Bucks Free Press
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Woman accused of murdering mum in Bucks told her to 'hurry up and die', jury hears
A woman, who is accused of murdering her 100-year-old mother by giving her extra morphine in Bledlow Ridge, told her to 'hurry up and die', a jury heard.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000M40 drivers could face full closures during £23m Loudwater Viaduct repairs
Motorists could face overnight and full road closures on the M40 during a £23 million refurbishment of Loudwater Viaduct, with work due to finish in autumn 2027.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 07:50:42 +0000High Court to hear battle over 900-home development on Buckinghamshire Green Belt
Buckinghamshire Council's legal challenge against permission for more than 900 homes on Green Belt land in Chalfont St Peter will be heard in February.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 07:27:36 +0000Major rail disruption to hit Buckinghamshire commuters for days after signal fault
A signalling fault at Great Missenden will cause cancellations and delays between Aylesbury Vale Parkway and London Marylebone until Friday.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Pedestrian, 44, killed in late night crash died of 'traumatic head and neck injuries'
A refuse collector who was killed after being hit by a car died of traumatic head and neck injuries, a court has heard.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:53:45 +0000Hotel owner accused 'speeding up' 100-year-old mother's death in Bucks village
A hotelier and his sister have been accused of 'speeding up' their 100-year-old mother's death in Bledlow Ridge by giving her four times as much morphine as her GP gave her, a jury heard.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000High Wycombe conservation area expanded as four parts of town gain extra protection
Buckinghamshire Council approved an expanded conservation area, giving four High Wycombe locations extra protection. Find out which places are included.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000Salary of up to £183k offered for new Buckinghamshire Chief Fire Officer
Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service seeks a new chief on up to £183,000, with applications open until November 29 ahead of Louise Harrison’s departure.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:30:00 +0000In pictures: Crowds gather for Chesham Remembrance Sunday
Chesham residents, Royal British Legion and local groups gathered for a Remembrance Sunday parade and service at the War Memorial on November 8.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:07:00 +0000Buckinghamshire’s 91,000-home plan moves closer to approval after cabinet vote
Cabinet has backed sending Buckinghamshire’s Local Plan to Full Council. The plan sets out 91,000 homes to 2045, with infrastructure estimated to cost at least £6.5bn.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Six parking bays could go under High Wycombe cycle route plans
Six parking bays and trees could be removed under plans for new cycle tracks, paths and crossings between Hughenden Park and Temple End.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:30:00 +0000Nearly 100 roadworks planned around High Wycombe in just one week
Nearly 100 roadworks were scheduled to start around High Wycombe in a seven-day period, with closures and temporary traffic lights affecting key routes.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000Cause of death revealed of Wycombe man, 31, living in temporary accommodation
A 31-year-old man who died while living in temporary accommodation in High Wycombe died because of a drugs overdose, an inquest opening has heard.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:30:00 +0000Buckinghamshire MP mocks Government's ketchup sachet ban plans
A Buckinghamshire MP has criticised reports that sauce sachets could be banned across the country.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000Man, 24, found dead in bathroom died of drugs overdose, court reveals
A 24-year-old man who was found slumped in a High Wycombe bathroom by his father died from a drugs overdose, a court has heard.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:53:08 +0000Buckinghamshire school provides statement on David Walliams' 2015 visit
A Buckinghamshire primary school once visited by children's author and television personality David Walliams has responded after a series of allegations of sexual misconduct and grooming were made against the entertainer.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:30:00 +0000Man found dead inside car in busy public car park named for the first time
A man who was found dead inside a locked car in a busy Amersham car park has officially been named.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:19:51 +0000Jimmy Carr slammed over Russell Brand joke as fans left divided
High Wycombe-educated comedian Jimmy Carr has faced criticism over a joke about Russell Brand following Brand's sentencing.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:43:44 +0000Buckinghamshire couple launch new educational 11-plus app
A family from Chalfont St Peter has created an educational app after struggling to find ways to help their own son prepare for Buckinghamshire's competitive 11-plus exam.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 07:56:12 +0000Woman's garden restored after losing 'substantial amount of money' from rouge traders
Police cadets and neighbourhood officers joined forces to help a Wendover resident who had fallen victim to rogue traders.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 07:39:14 +0000CCTV image released following shoplifting incident at Sainsbury's
A CCTV image has been released by police following a shoplifting incident at a supermarket in Marlow.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 07:19:12 +0000Residents told to 'leave a light on' after burglary is reported in affluent village
Police are investigating a burglary in Marlow Bottom and have urged residents to remain vigilant as the evenings grow darker.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 07:03:44 +0000Man given four-figure fine after fly-tipping in Buckinghamshire green space
A fly-tipper has been ordered to pay a £1,000 fixed penalty notice after being caught on surveillance cameras dumping waste near Iver.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Medical cause of death revealed of man, 23, killed in open session at dirt track
A former youth footballer who was involved in a fatal motorbike crash died of a traumatic brain injury.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:59:00 +0000Bradford shoppers set to be paid for returning bottles
A new Deposit Return Scheme is set to be introduced across the UK to encourage people to recycle empty plastic bottles and cans.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:26:50 +0000New Asda boss makes major checkout change for shoppers across UK stores
Asda has a new boss and he's already making changing, including by encouraging more staff to be on the checkouts in its stores.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:59:33 +0000When are High Wycombe Christmas lights being switched on in 2026?
Christmas lights switch-on dates have been confirmed for High Wycombe, Chesham, Amersham, Beaconsfield and Aylesbury.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:55:09 +0000Police appeal to find missing 66-year-old man with links to High Wycombe
Police appeal for missing Tamworth man Alan ‘Muzzy’, 66, last seen in Coton Farm area on November 10, with links to High Wycombe.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:13:32 +0000UK gamers offered free fix amid Grand Theft Auto VI record download demand
UK gamers have been offered a free fix as the release of Grand Theft Auto VI threatens a record download demand.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:03:47 +0000RECAP: Train cancellations and delays after signalling fault
Train services between Aylesbury Vale Parkway and London Marylebone are facing cancellations and delays due to a signalling system fault.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:08:59 +0000ITV to air David Walliams documentary tonight amid sexual misconduct allegations
ITV is set to air a documentary about comedian and children's author David Walliams tonight (November 10) amid sexual misconduct allegations.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:19:20 +0000Should you leave your heating on all day? Martin Lewis has shared his verdict
Martin Lewis has been asked to give his view on one of the biggest winter energy debates, whether it is cheaper to leave your heating on all day or not?
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:58:04 +0000UK petrol prices fall as AA predicts further drops possible
UK petrol prices have fallen by 5p a litre, according to the AA, which says lower wholesale costs could lead to further reductions.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:58:37 +0000Workers over 21 given £910 cash boost confirms Andy Burnham
Millions of workers are in line for a £910 pay rise next April, with Andy Burnham's Government confirming a 3.9% increase to the National Living Wage.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 09:13:37 +0000Beloved BBC presenter known for Ground Force dies at the age of 69
Ground Force presenter Tommy Walsh has died following a “long illness”, his agent has confirmed
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:43:17 +0000More than 750 homes without power after huge outage - LIVE
Around 750 customers have been left without power after an outage in Beaconsfield
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 15:50:19 +0000High Wycombe air pollution reaches maximum level as warning issued
High Wycombe has been issued with a very high air pollution alert after monitoring stations recorded the highest possible level of 10 out of 10.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 12:30:00 +0000Only one in 10 Bucks police cases resulted in suspect being charged in September
Only 10 per cent of police outcomes recorded in Buckinghamshire in September resulted in a suspect being charged.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000High Wycombe’s historic castle plagued by needles, arson and fly-tipping, rangers say
A historic High Wycombe castle is being plagued by fly-tipping, drug use and arson, its manager says.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000Marlow triathlete becomes triple world champion two years after cancer diagnosis
Marlow triathlete Sarah Richardson has won three world titles in Madeira, just two years after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000Tories pick candidate for Aylesbury seat after Labour’s narrow 630-vote victory
The Conservatives have selected a businesswoman to try to reclaim Aylesbury, after Labour overturned a decades-long Tory hold at the last general election.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:30:00 +0000Family retailer opens giant store at popular Buckinghamshire shopping venue
A brand new Matalan store opened in Aylesbury Shopping Park this weekend.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 12:48:30 +0000Beaconsfield MP and Environment Agency object to Wycombe Wanderers plans
The Environment Agency recommends refusal over flood-risk concerns as Joy Morrissey urges Buckinghamshire Council to reject the plans.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Driver fined £923 and given eight points for careless driving on M4
Zara Manir fined £923 and given eight penalty points after admitting careless driving on the M4 eastbound between Maidenhead junctions 10 and 8/9 in Berkshire.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:02:03 +0000Urgent alert issued in Wycombe for high air toxin levels
WYCOMBE has been issued with the highest possible air pollution alert following days of fireworks and bonfires polluting the skies.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000M40 disruption expected this week as drivers warned to plan ahead
M40 closures are planned in Buckinghamshire this week, with overnight restrictions affecting Beaconsfield and High Wycombe.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000New images show inside Crazy Bear hotel following sudden closure
New images have offered a glimpse inside the Crazy Bear hotel in Beaconsfield after urban explorers visited following its closure.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000New plans for 60-home neighbourhood submitted by Buckinghamshire hamlet
Plans for a new housing project have been submitted to Bucks Council seeking approval for a 60-home development in Kimblewick.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000Barmaid, 31, died from 'external and internal haemorrhages' after being stabbed
An inquest has officially opened into the death of a popular Buckinghamshire bar manager who was killed on holiday in Germany.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:31:22 +0000Man, 54, who fell from building while working suffered heart attack, inquest hears
A construction worker who fell from a two-storey building after suffering a heart attack died from a traumatic brain injury, an inquest opening has heard.