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Wed, 10 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Five Guys High Wycombe reaction from local takeaways and residents
High Wycombe will see the opening of American burger chain Five Guys on March 15 and their local competitors and Wycombe residents have reacted to the news.

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
The places where KFC wants to open up new drive thru restaurants
KFC has revealed the locations across the UK that are being eyed up as part of their expansion - including another one for High Wycombe.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 18:18:38 +0000
Former The Downley School teacher banned for lying about having cancer and faking medical letters
A teacher at a village primary school has been banned from the profession for lying about having cancer and faking NHS documents.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:12:34 +0000
'Butchered' sheep found in Quarrendon Leas near Aylesbury
*Please note that some readers may find the information upsetting*

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 21:42:46 +0000
Catalytic converters stolen in the Aylesbury Vale area
There has been an increase in catalytic converter thefts in the Aylesbury Vale area.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 19:00:00 +0000
High Wycombe care home residents hold hands with loved ones
Care home residents in High Wycombe have held hands with loved ones for the first time in almost a year in emotional reunion scenes.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:16:23 +0000
Pub in the Park line-up: Craig David, Ronan Keating, Beverley Knight and more
Marlow festival, Pub in the Park, have announced their music lineup over the extended four-day event later this year.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:43:49 +0000
Opening of High Wycombe's new four-floor pub confirmed amid big plans to revive High Street
A four-floor cocktail bar and pub in High Wycombe High Street looks set to open its doors to punters later this year.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Bucks cycleways: Residents react to proposed Marlow 'quietway'
After a letter has been sent to homes about a proposed "quietway” trial on Trinity Road, Marlow residents have reacted to the trial period.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 17:09:35 +0000
B&M to be officially opened by a High Wycombe charity
B&M High Wycombe will be officially opened by Wycombe Homeless Connection next week.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:00:14 +0000
The Butcher's Tap takeaway service to launch this week
Tom Kerridge’s award winning pub The Butchers Tap will launch a brand new grill takeaway services this Friday (March 12).

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 18:01:00 +0000
David Wilson Homes conduct survey on Bucks residents
A survey has revealed what room Buckinghamshire residents would decorate first when moving into their new home.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:50:27 +0000
Bungalow near High Wycombe tip could be bulldozed and replaced with 9 houses
A bungalow could be knocked down and replaced with nine new houses close to the High Heavens recycling site, if new plans are given the green light.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:05:04 +0000
Bucks' bad parking hotspots - send us your pictures
Is bad parking a nightmare where you live?

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:04:06 +0000
Plans to change the name of part of Abbey Way to Dame Frances Dove Way in High Wycombe
Part of a major town centre road in High Wycombe could be changed to celebrate a woman who set up schools and charities in the town.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:01:15 +0000
Over 20,000 people vaccinated at Stoke Mandeville Stadium
Over 20,000 people have received the Covid-19 vaccine at Stoke Mandeville Stadium. 

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:22:57 +0000
The most viewed house in Bucks on Zoopla is in High Wycombe
A modest three-bedroom semi-detached house is the most popular property in Bucks right now, according to Zoopla.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:50:01 +0000
High Wycombe: Woman rescued from 2-car crash in Mylne Close
A woman was given first aid before being rescued from a two-car crash in High Wycombe.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:37:06 +0000
Chris Whitty predicts surge in Covid cases and delay in easing of lockdown
Chris Whitty warned cases will soar as lockdown restrictions ease and rejected call from MPs to ease lockdown restrictions faster.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 13:15:37 +0000
Slough teenager shortlisted in RSPCA photo competition
A teenager from Slough has been shortlisted for a national photography award.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 12:38:00 +0000
Bucks Tips: Residents asked to plan trips to recycling centres
Residents are being reminded to check the council website before visiting a local Household Recycling Centre (HRC) and to allow plenty of time for the trip.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 12:43:08 +0000
Chesham woman raises more than £700 for Prostate Cancer UK in March the Month challenge
A Chesham woman who is walking 11,000 steps a day has raised more than £700 for Prostate Cancer UK.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:17:45 +0000
Piers Morgan explains why he stormed off set following Alex Beresford GMB clash
The controversial GMB host walked off set in the middle of a heated exchange with co-star Alex Beresford.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:07:57 +0000
WhatsApp announce changes to voice and video calls
The change will rival rival Microsoft’s Skype and Apple’s FaceTime.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000
Jackie Weaver to make appearance at the launch of Bucks Together
Jackie Weaver and Peter Macfadyen will make guest appearances at the launch event of Bucks Together.

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 12:55:00 +0000
High Wycombe named among happiest towns in south east
A Bucks town has been named among the happiest to live in in the south east.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:12:31 +0000
Escaped prisoner caught after attempting to buy Call of Duty
An 'idiotic' armed robber who was on the run from a Bucks prison was caught by police who stopped him as he came out of hiding to buy Call of Duty.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 20:42:00 +0000
Thames Valley Police receive £735k to tackle serious crime
An additional £735,000 has become available to Thames Valley Police, in order tackle serious violence in the region.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 19:16:00 +0000
Five professional footballers who are from Buckinghamshire
You may not know that several footballers who are currently playing at the top level are from Buckinghamshire.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:10:42 +0000
Wycombe MP Steve Baker welcomes plans to give police extra powers to tackle unauthorised traveller encampments
Wycombe MP Steve Baker has welcomed the government's plans to give police extra powers to tackle unauthorised traveller encampments.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 17:25:14 +0000
High Wycombe YouTuber Grace Victory wakes up from two-month coma after contracting Covid-19
A YouTuber from High Wycombe who was seriously ill after contracting Covid-19 appears to have awoken from a two-month coma.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 13:42:26 +0000
Chris Evans talks Star Wars film set in Little Marlow
Radio and TV presenter Chris Evans has been discussing the Little Marlow film set that is ‘around the corner’ from his home.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 12:34:28 +0000
WATCH: Shocking moment 'reckless' driver crashes into shop - narrowly missing shopkeeper
The shocking moment a "reckless" driver from Aylesbury crashed into a shop, narrowly missing the shopkeer, was caught on CCTV.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:22:06 +0000
Buckinghamshire grandparents fined for travelling to West Yorkshire to visit grandchildren
A Buckinghamshire pair have been fined for driving to West Yorkshire to visit their grandchildren.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:39:27 +0000
Lorraine Kelly receives her Covid-19 vaccine at Marlow Globe Park
ITV’s Lorraine Kelly has opened up on her emotions after having the coronavirus vaccine at Marlow Globe Park

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 14:57:02 +0000
McDonald's, Costa Coffee and KFC sign up for Uber Eats deliveries in Beaconsfield
Fast food fans in the Beaconsfield area can now get McDonald's, KFC and Costa Coffee delivered to their door - as Uber Eats launches in the town.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 15:14:30 +0000
Explanation for Chalfont St Peter police presence given
Thames Valley Police have confirmed why there was a heavy police presence in a Bucks village in the early hours of the morning last week.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 15:27:09 +0000
Private renters in Wycombe and South Bucks districts pay more compared to social tenants
Private renters in the former Wycombe and South Bucks districts fork out a total of more than £1,500 extra per month on average to keep a roof over their heads compared to those in social homes, figures show.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 16:26:12 +0000
Bucks Search and Rescue team have improved their headquarters
Buckinghamshire Search and Rescue (BSAR), a member unit of the UK’s Lowland Rescue service, help support the emergency services during search or rescue missions.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
In the dock: Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates' Court - January 18 to 20
Weekly round-up of hearings at Wycombe Magistrates’ Court:

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:48:10 +0000
Road shut as lorry overturns in Milton Keynes
A man received first aid after a lorry overturned in Milton Keynes.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 20:09:00 +0000
Van seized after it's caught towing a stolen car in Iver
Two men have been arrested after a vehicle was stolen in Iver.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 17:41:17 +0000
Cafe and patisserie set to replace popular Wooburn Green bakery that shut down last year
Fans of a village bakery that shut down last year will be pleased to learn a replacement will be opening soon.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 16:51:51 +0000
International Women's Day: Winners of inaugural Buckinghamshire Women in Charity Awards announced
A teenager is among 12 women recognised for their achievements in the charity sector.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 13:08:42 +0000
Milton Keynes Hospital's A&E department to get an extension
An extension to Milton Keynes Hospital’s A&E department has been given the green light.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 15:51:00 +0000
How women can join the construction industry in Milton Keynes
As people across the world celebrate International Women’s Day today [Monday, March 8], women are being encouraged to take jobs in the construction industry.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 10:55:24 +0000
Warning amid predictions of 'strong winds and heavy showers' this week
Strong winds of up to 55mph are possible overnight this week, prompting a warning from the Met Office.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:39:46 +0000
Aldi reveal reduced Easter opening times with customers
Stores are to remain closed on Easter Sunday, but will be open until 8pm on Easter Monday.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:37:09 +0000
12 bombshell moments from Harry and Meghan Markle's Oprah interview
Prince Harry revealed the full extent of his fractured relationship with his father the Prince of Wales.

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:38:01 +0000
The lockdown rules changing today - what you can and can't do
The Prime Minister unveiled his four-stage plan to lead the country out of a third national lockdown last month - and it starts today.



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