Bucks Free Press
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wycombe: Pride swells as town bids to be named Town of Culture
Pride is building across High Wycombe as the community throws its support behind a bid to become the UK’s next Town of Culture.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100M&S propose new 20,000 sqft food hall in Bucks
Marks & Spencer have proposed a new M&S food hall in Amersham.
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Row breaks out over SEND service funding after Bucks boost of more than £4.1m
A row has broken out over SEND service funding after Buckinghamshire council received over £4.1m from the government.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:20:59 +0100Busy road closed off by police after crash - Motorists told to 'avoid area'
Police have closed off the A413 in Amersham after a crash, and are warning motorists to avoid the area.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100South Bucks Jewish group has had to become more “secretive” about where it meets
A Jewish group in South Buckinghamshire says it has had to become more “secretive” about where and when it meets.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wycombe councillor frustration over temporary traffic lights holding up town
A Wycombe councillor has bemoaned the impact of temporary traffic lights, warning they are causing delays and disruption across the town.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0100Plans to completely refurbish 'ageing' Wycombe fire station to be brought forward
Plans are being brought forward to completely refurbish the ‘ageing’ High Wycombe station.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wycombe Tesco Express to undergo refurbishment after rat allegations
The Tesco Express on Hatters Lane is closed to undergo a complete refit.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100Ex-RAF veteran takes on 910-mile electric motorbike challenge
A former squadron leader is gearing up for a 910-mile challenge to help support veterans and their families.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0100Villagers launch campaign to save historic village pub
A campaign launched to save a historic village pub is gathering momentum and catching the eye of local celebrities.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Thousands sign petition calling for public ownership of water companies
Tens of thousands of people have signed a petition calling for the government to hold a referendum on returning the UK's water companies to public ownership
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100Alex Horne urges fans to dress up for charity football match
Alex Horne has urged fans to dress up for the upcoming charity game.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:55:29 +0100Road closures coming to Buckinghamshire town for annual fair
Motorists have been warned of road and parking closures ahead of the annual Beaconsfield Charter Fair.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +010014 parcels of land in residential area of Buckinghamshire to be auctioned off
Fourteen parcels of freehold land are set to go under the hammer in next month’s auction.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Young people being priced out of Amersham and Chesham Bois, says Cllr
An Amersham and Chesham Bois councillor has said that young people and essential workers in her ward are being ‘priced out’.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Plans for electric car chargers at High Wycombe McDonald's approved
Plans to install two rapid electric car chargers at a High Wycombe McDonald’s have been approved.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:46:28 +0100POLL: Do you want a public referendum over the future of water companies?
The Free Press is inviting readers to have their say on the future of the UK’s water industry by taking part in our latest online poll.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:16:02 +0100Police appeal after distraction theft at Buckinghamshire supermarket
Police are searching for two men they want to speak to after a distraction theft in Beaconsfield.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:42:13 +0100Police seize 19 vehicles in operation targeting uninsured drivers
19 vehicles have been seized after a Roads Policing Tasking Team (RPTT) operation.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:31:44 +0100Two arrested after man stabbed in Bucks attack
Two men have been arrested after a man was found with stab wounds.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Detached house in High Wycombe on sale for £1,395,000
Located on Daws Lea, the property offers six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and four reception rooms, with accommodation set over three floors.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:06:25 +0100Marlow Fire Station to “take the brunt” of fire service changes, says Cllr
A councillor has warned that Marlow’s fire station is set to shoulder increasing pressure following changes to fire cover across Buckinghamshire.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:10:16 +0100Man drove to Bucks for coffee after allegedly shooting brother and cousin, jury told
A man drove to Beaconsfield to get a cup of coffee hours after he shot his cousin dead and tried to kill his brother, a court has been told.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:01:55 +0100Retired police horse Luna makes new friend at The Horse Trust
Luna, the former sunglasses-wearing police horse, has made a new friend during her retirement, in the form of newly retired mare Florence.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:51:29 +0100Motorist caught by automatic camera on motorway banned from the roads
A motorist who was caught by an automatic camera at 85mph on the M1 has been banned from the roads.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:46:00 +0100Air Ambulance to put names of supporters on its helicopter for fundraiser
Supporters can now see their name take to the skies as part of a new fundraiser.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:48:41 +0100High Wycombe submits bid to become next UK Town of Culture
A town is in the running to become the UK Town of Culture 2028.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:43:54 +0100Rare Bucks river at risk as Thames Water investigates oil pollution in sewers
An investigation has been launched after Buckinghamshire's sewers were polluted with industrial oil, putting a rare river at risk.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Man caught with XL Bully among cases at court as dog could be put down
A man who was caught with an XL Bully in Marlow is among those who have been sentenced at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:09:30 +0100Tributes paid to 'dear friend' and former Amersham councillor
Tributes have been paid for a former Amersham councillor.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:05:58 +0100Firefighters called after solar panels catch fire on roof of High Wycombe property
Firefighters were called after solar panels caught fire on the roof of a High Wycombe property.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks mayor takes on daily walking challenge to raise money for charity
Councillor Muryel Boulay began the challenge on April 9 after a planned sponsored walk was cancelled.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Buckinghamshire film studio wins national award for sustainable travel
Buckinghamshire studio Pinewood Studios has won a national award for its commitment to sustainable transport.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100High Wycombe salon celebrates its first anniversary
High Wycombe salon, The Village Massage and Nails, located at Hughenden Gardens retirement village, has marked one year of business.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Latest planning applications in Buckinghamshire
Below is a summary of all the most recent planning applications considered by Buckinghamshire Council.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Buckinghamshire New University marks ten-year milestone
A university is marking 10 years of championing business success.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Award-winning author launches new superhero children's book
Gerrards Cross-based Rashmi Sirdeshpande is launching her new picture book, Super Uma! this month.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Early history of motorised vehicles used by the Buckinghamshire Police
A few weeks ago, I showed a picture of 12 open motor vehicles, and a motor cycle, all lined up to have their photograph taken. Each had a police officer standing beside it, the group were identified as the recently formed first Bucks Constabulary Mot...
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100School reveals new sports facility for community use
Dair House School has unveiled new 2G astroturf, suitable for football, hockey, netball, and tennis.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Schoolchildren scoop top prizes in painting competition
Ellie Hutchison, 10, and Harper O’Driscoll Dommett, 11, impressed judges at The Arts Society Chiltern & Chalfont’s Young Arts Painting Competition 2026.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New family hub to open under council's Best Start in Life plan
Elmhurst Family Centre in Aylesbury has been designated as Buckinghamshire’s first Best Start Family Hub.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100The story of two overseas nurses who came to Amersham to work
This week’s article tells the story of two nurses who worked at Amersham hospital during WWII and the 1960s. Today, Amersham Hospital is a large community hospital which provides a range of out-patient clinics, imaging services and therapies. Howev...
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Historic Buckinghamshire house launches talks series to mark major anniversary
A historic house is launching a special lecture series to commemorate a major architectural anniversary.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Young people to perform in The Addams Family at The Elgiva
RARE Productions, a youth musical theatre company, is bringing their latest show to The Elgiva in Chesham.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:59:50 +0100Chalfont St Giles cyclist writes biographical book about major storm
Rob Skinner, a 62-year-old author from Chalfont St Giles, has written Riders of the Storm, which recounts his experience in the 2025 London Edinburgh London cycling event.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Property with private paddock for sale for nearly £1.5m
Described as ‘an exceptional and versatile family home’, the property, on School Lane, Penn Street, Amersham, offers five bedrooms and is arranged over three floors.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Universal Credit, Child Benefit and State Pension payment dates for May 2026
DWP benefits, pensions and Child Benefit could all be paid earlier than usual next month due to two upcoming bank holidays, on May 4 and May 25.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Lakeland's 'secret' page packed with staples you'll never want to live without
Discover the hidden Lakeland Loves page shoppers swear by - packed with best-selling cleaning, kitchen and household essentials people buy again and again.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two benefits closing as 1.9m moved to Universal Credit
DWP confirms benefit closures with deadlines extended. See if your payments are affected and what you need to do.
Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fears of fresh benefit cuts after minister says 'it's got to come from somewhere'
Charities warn disabled people face “harmful” cuts after government bluntly signals welfare crackdown in radio interview.