Bucks Free Press
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Nearly 10,000 sign petition calling for new A&E at Wycombe Hospital
Almost 10,000 people have signed a petition calling for the return of A&E services at Wycombe Hospital, as councillors press NHS leaders over emergency care.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Man exposed himself onboard train between Bucks and London
A Newbury man exposed himself while travelling on a train between London and Beaconsfield, High Wycombe Magistrates' Court has heard.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Man who was assessed as 'morbidly obese' died from multiple-organ failure
A man, who was assessed as morbidly obese, died from multiple-organ failure weeks after being rushed to hospital.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:48:47 +0000Man arrested in Buckinghamshire charged with alleged crimes against humanity
A man who was arrested in Buckinghamshire has been charged with allegedly committing crimes against humanity, following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing’s War Crimes Unit, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Multiple items saved from landfill after successful repair café
Retro was the flavour to this month’s Amersham Repair Café, as crowds poured into St Michael’s Church for another busy morning of mending, tinkering and community spirit.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000High Wycombe man was found dead at his home
A High Wycombe man was found dead at his home, an inquest opening has heard.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Extension approved on secluded High Wycombe home
Planning permission has been granted for a High Wycombe house to undergo a huge extension.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Model railway exhibition coming to High Wycombe
A model railway exhibition is set to delight enthusiasts of all ages with a showcase of miniature masterpieces.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000West End star to headline pantomime at Milton Keynes Theatre this Christmas
Singer and West End star Alexandra Burke will headline this year's production of Sleeping Beauty at Milton Keynes Theatre, playing the villainous Carabosse.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Local nursery group joins Grandir UK family
First Place Nurseries, which operates in Radlett, Bushey and Beaconsfield, has joined the Grandir UK family of nurseries
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 08:55:57 +0000Murder-accused man to appear in court today after woman drowned
A murder-accused man is set to appear in court today after a woman drowned in Henley, Oxfordshire.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:09:53 +0000M40 closed in both directions following 'fear for welfare' incident, police confirm
The M40 was closed in both directions due to a fear for welfare incident, police have confirmed.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:19:45 +0000NHS objects to plans to build flats on Marlow Hill in High Wycombe
The NHS has objected to plans to demolish a house on Marlow Hill and replace it with 19 flats unless the developer contributes almost £18,000 towards expanding clinical space at Wye Valley Surgery.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:31:53 +0000Traffic for miles as M40 closed near High Wycombe due to 'police incident'
All lanes of the M40 have been closed following a police incident between High Wycombe and Loudwater.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000Plans approved to reduce speed limit on A4128 from 40mph to 30mph
Plans to reduce the speed limit on the A4128 Wycombe Road from 40mph to 30mph have been approved.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:02:40 +0000Man appears at Wycombe court accused of murder after woman drowned near border
A man has appeared in court accused of murder after a woman drowned on the Oxfordshire-Buckinghamshire border.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Thames Water spends £20 million on sewage upgrades at Bucks treatment works
Thames Water has claimed that a £20 million investment in Chesham Sewage Treatment Works has led to an 85 per cent drop in phosphorus entering the River Chess.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:53:11 +0000Book of condolence opened for Wycombe Swimming member and Oxford player Amelia Aplin
A book of condolence has been opened for Amelia Aplin, a former member of Wycombe Swimming, who has tragically died aged 15.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Students take on 1,125 kayak challenge to raise £30,000 for charity
Oliver Smee, 20, from Henley-on-Thames, and Benjamin Watkins, 20, from Bourne End, will paddle the distance in aid of Sue Ryder and Race Against Dementia.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:04:26 +0000'We won't apologise for keeping the town safe' - Multiple parking tickets issued
Over 30 cars were issued tickets in High Wycombe as officers continue to crack down on illegal and antisocial parking in the town.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:36:42 +0000Update from police as part of 'outraging public decency' investigation
A man has been identified as part of an investigation into an incident of 'outraging public decency'.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000Popular nurseries complete major refurbishments after six months of work
Two popular Beaconsfield nurseries have thrown open their doors after completing major refurbishments designed to give local children the best possible start.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:06:26 +0000Popular bakery which is 'warm and welcoming' receives new hygiene score
An independent bakery in Amersham has received a new hygiene score following a recent inspection.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000High Wycombe drug dealer was caught with knuckle duster at home
A High Wycombe drug dealer who had a knuckle duster at his home is among those who have been sentenced at the magistrates' court.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:25:10 +0000Man identified as part of investigation after exposure incident in Bucks field
A man has been identified by police after reports of a man touching himself inappropriately while stood in a field.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:30:28 +0000Man NAMED and charged with murder of woman near Bucks border
A man has been named and charged with the murder of a woman in Henley, Oxfordshire.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Buckinghamshire woman raises £529 for MS Society after Dry January
Buckinghamshire woman Tamsin Holkham raised more than £500 for the Multiple Sclerosis Society after completing a Dry January challenge.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000ALL the planning applications made in Buckinghamshire
Here are the latest planning applications that have been validated or decided by Buckinghamshire Council.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:42:07 +0000High Wycombe store among those at risk as clothing brand appoints administrators
LK Bennett has launched a closing-down sale, with up to 75% off, in all its UK stores after entering administration in January.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:27:59 +0000Delivery company collapses causing disruption to Evri parcels
A cargo company which delivered Evri parcels in the UK collapses leaving deliveries missed.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:41:09 +0000Motorway speeder hit with points and fine after being caught by automatic camera
A Slough motorist has been hit with points and a fine after she was caught speeding on the M4 near Maidenhead by an automatic camera.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:24:04 +0000Drivers issued weather warning in Buckinghamshire as conditions worsen
Drivers have been issued with a weather warning as conditions worsen in the county.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000New university campus set to open on the high street
Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) has officially taken ownership of the former Uxbridge Library building from Hillingdon Council.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Chiltern Open Air Museum in Chalfont St Giles celebrates 50 years
Chiltern Open Air Museum (COAM) is set to celebrate its 50th year when the gates in Chalfont St Giles reopen on Saturday, March 7.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:39:25 +0000UK 'set to see more snow' as Met Office issues cold weather warning
More snow has been forecast for parts of the UK this week by the Met Office - see exactly where and when to expect it.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Join Marlow’s Hats, Masks & Happy Feet sponsored walk this April
Marlow families are invited to take part in a 2.5km route through residential streets as part of the 'Hats, Masks & Happy Feet' sponsored walk.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Cup of tea to beat January blues turns into charity movement
Launched by Nadine Hodgson of High Wycombe and Maxine Clare of Hendon, he ‘28 for 26 Challenge’ event supports Hearing Dogs for Deaf People.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Buckinghamshire education trust shortlisted at national awards
E-ACT runs three schools in Buckinghamshire and has been named a finalist at the MAT Excellence Awards 2026.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Taskmaster star Alex Horne hosting special needs talent show
Alex Horne, of TV's Taskmaster fame, will compere Stage of Stars, a talent show developed from the Thames Valley Adventure Playground (TVAP) Community Choir.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000BNU experimental film produced by Charlie Kaufman sells out in 20 minutes
Uchronia is a project from Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) lecturer and filmmaker Dr Fil Ieropoulos and Oscar-winner Charlie Kaufman.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000US tribute band Toast bringing the soft rock of Bread to Milton Keynes
Toast, the American group honouring the classic 1970s soft rock band Bread, will visit Milton Keynes as part of their debut UK and Ireland tour this autumn.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:37:01 +0000Six deaths now linked to outbreak of fatal bacterium found in wet wipes
Six deaths have now been associated with an "ongoing outbreak" of a Burkholderia stabilis found in four non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:40:56 +0000British nationals can use new system to secure charter flight from Dubai
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has introduced a new booking portal to help British nationals get home from United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:36:15 +0000Drivers urged to look out for 'warning sign' before buying a used car
A motoring expert at Green Flag has urged UK drivers to check for vehicle identification numbers (VINs) before buying used cars
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:34:59 +0000Greggs fans 'gutted' after discovering breakfast staple has been discontinued
Find out why Greggs has 'removed' its Vegan Breakfast Roll from UK stores which customers have called 'tragic'
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:33:43 +0000State pension, benefits, Child Benefit payment moves for bank holiday dates
Millions of pensioners and benefit claimants will receive payments early in April 2026 due to bank holidays. See when your money arrives.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:31:17 +0000Full list of bank closers as Santander and Lloyds among companies closing down sites
In total, 43 branches are set to close in the coming weeks, with Lloyds, the Bank of Scotland, and Santander closing branches in Spring
Sun, 08 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Marlow residents encouraged to submit questions and opinions for film studio plans
Residents in Marlow are being encouraged to share their questions and opinions regarding the town’s film studio developments.
Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:31:32 +0000Two charged after shoplifting baskets of goods from Co-Op
Two people have been charged after stealing 'baskets full' of goods from a Co-Op in a Buckinghamshire village.
Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:27:12 +0000Police investigating road rage 'stand-off' between two cars
Police appeal for witnesses after a road rage incident at Calewen and Corn Hill, Two Mile Ash, Milton Keynes. Report info or dash-cam footage to 101.