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Thu, 08 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Chesham physiotherapist speaks about being redeployed to Covid ward during lockdown
March 23 marked a year since the UK was plunged into lockdown after the novel coronavirus spread rapidly across the country and cases started to rise.

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe man fined for begging in Marlow High Street despite ban
A High Wycombe man who claimed he was homeless to try and get money from members of the public has been fined.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 19:00:00 +0100
Bucks outdoor activities you can enjoy in Bucks as restrictions ease
With more lockdown restrictions set to ease next Monday here are some outdoor activities you can enjoy in Bucks.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:37:32 +0100
Wendover murder: Locals react as Aylesbury man is arrested
The residents of Wendover have reacted to the news that a murder investigation has been launched in the village.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:11:10 +0100
‘Massive’ pile of fly-tipping off Hatters Lane took ‘14 hours total’ to clear
A “MASSIVE” pile of dumped on a path in a residential area took a clean-up crew ‘14 hours in total’ to clear – and one person claimed the problem had been reported “several times” over the years.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 11:22:31 +0100
New coach ‘turning circle’ approved for Great Missenden school
A NEW coach turning area to enable the safe transportation of schoolchildren has been approved.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:18:15 +0100
This is how YOU feel about shops being able to stay open until 10pm from April 12
Lockdown restrictions are set to ease further next Monday, with pubs and restaurants able to reopen for outdoor dining and non-essential retail also allowed to open again.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:22:46 +0100
Wendover murder: Police arrest Aylesbury man after pensioner's death
A 36-year-old man from Aylesbury has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a 77-year-old.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Keira Knightley and David Hasselhoff among stars to film in Bucks home
A resident in Bucks has seen his home used as a film set with famous faces such as Keira Knightly and David Hasselhof shoot under his roof.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100
'Parkrun Ray', High Wycombe legend who spurred on thousands of runners at The Rye every week, passes away
An "exceptional" war veteran who captured the hearts of thousands of runners in High Wycombe as unofficial parkrun volunteer has passed away.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 18:28:00 +0100
Deliveroo protests continue in Aylesbury over pay dispute
Another Deliveroo protest took place in Aylesbury as workers fight for better working conditions.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:51:00 +0100
Teenage boy has scooter stolen in Hazlemere on Easter Monday
A teenage boy has had his electric scooter stolen after he was allegedly attacked by two men.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:09:20 +0100
River Thames diner team 'beyond excited' as menu is released
It was reported yesterday that a new pop-in diner will open on the River Thames later this month.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:30:00 +0100
The lockdown rules changing next week - what you can do from April 12
On Monday, Mr Johnson, setting out the move to the second step of the road map on Monday, said the shift was "fully justified by the data".

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:23:00 +0100
Double-decker bus catches fire in Dinton near Aylesbury
A double-decker bus was on fire on the outskirts of Aylesbury.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:16:34 +0100
Bucks Council approves extension of listed cottage on Elm Road in Penn
EXTENSION  for an 18th Century cottage that received allegations of “poor design” have been approved.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Royal Mail and Hermes respond as parcels sold on eBay
Royal Mail and Hermes have responded to reports that undelivered parcels are being sold on eBay.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:48:13 +0100
High Wycombe man jailed for numerous drug crimes
A 36-year-old man from High Wycombe has been jailed for several drug crimes, which include driving with cocaine in his system.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:21:00 +0100
Free car parking across Buckinghamshire as lockdown eases
Several car parks across the county will be free for motorists to use as shops across Buckinghamshire get ready to reopen on Monday, April 12.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:18:10 +0100
Blood clot symptoms to look out for if you've had the AstraZeneca vaccine
The warning comes as investigations continue into potential links between the AstraZeneca jab and blood clots.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:52:04 +0100
Teenager attacked at Kingsmead Recreation Ground in Loudwater
An investigation has been launched after a teenager was attacked in a Loudwater park.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:38:08 +0100
Man punched in the face on his own drive near Olney
A 61-year-old man was punched in the face and had his valuables taken of him near Milton Keynes.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:10:14 +0100
By-election to replace late Dame Cheryl Gillan, Chesham and Amersham MP, 'could take months'
Dame Cheryl Gillan’s death over the Easter weekend sent shockwaves through the community, particularly those who were unaware she was suffering from a long illness.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:27:43 +0100
Two people charged after man 'shouts at people outside supermarket' in Bourne End
Two people have been charged after a man "shouted at members of the public" in Bourne End.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:26:53 +0100
Saunderton Lodge: Future of 'remote' hostel set to be reviewed after new temporary accommodation opens in High Wycombe
A remote hostel that is set to be abandoned by families when new temporary accommodation opens in the centre of High Wycombe will be "reviewed" by the council.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:06:02 +0100
Coronavirus in Bucks - Moderna vaccine: What you need to know
The Moderna coronavirus vaccine is the third jab to be rolled out in the UK.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 11:20:47 +0100
Wycombe: Young boy walking down busy A-road sparks concern
Police are seeking anyone with dash-cam footage of a young boy walking down a busy A-road to come forward.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:52:00 +0100
Coronavirus in Bucks: Hundreds of excess deaths in during pandemic
Buckinghamshire's death toll during the last year of the coronavirus pandemic was hundreds higher than during previous years, figures suggest.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:25:00 +0100
Poster trail launched by Wild Marlow
Wild Marlow have launched a wildlife poster trail to educate children on the town's natural beauty.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:44:34 +0100
Bucks house prices: Gap between earnings and prices at record high
The gap between average earnings and house prices in Buckinghamshire hit a record high last year, figures reveal.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 16:55:26 +0100
'Neglect by Red Kite Community Housing resulted in fly-tipping on Mendip Way'
“YEARS of neglect” by a housing association have resulted in and other waste accumulating on a estate, it has been claimed.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:20:37 +0100
Former Chapel Street vet in Marlow could become ‘high class’ butchers
A FORMER vets surgery building could become a top shelf butchers following a recent application to the council.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:30:02 +0100
Large pile of building waste builds up in Great Missenden behind Old Red Lion pub
Residents have hit out after waste building material built up behind a former pub building in Great Missenden.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 11:59:08 +0100
Wycombe High School to make changes following recent application
A SECONDARY grammar school for girls could see changes made to some of its buildings following an application to the council.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 18:48:02 +0100
River Radio to launch in the Thames Valley this month
A new commercial radio station will be launched across the Thames Valley this month.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 17:45:34 +0100
Fire breaks out in shed and workshop in Marlow
A fire broke out in a shed at a Marlow property.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 17:14:17 +0100
Coronavirus: Two Covid-19 deaths recorded at Bucks hospitals as cases go up by 66
Two new coronavirus deaths have been recorded at Buckinghamshire Trust over the bank holiday weekend, with 66 more cases logged, the latest official figures show.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 16:55:18 +0100
Aylesbury Grammar School PE teacher to help cardiac charity
A secondary school teacher in Aylesbury is hoping to raise £5,000 to help a cardiac-related charity, as well as students at his school.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:42:00 +0100
Buckingham MP Greg Smith enters the 10 for 10 challenge
A Bucks-based MP is aiming to run 10km 10 times in different parts of his constituency to raise money for Brain Tumour Research.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 13:10:43 +0100
Police seize van near High Wycombe
A van branded a “rust bucket” by police was seized in Stokenchurch this morning.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 13:01:12 +0100
Surrey man dies after hitting tree whilst cycling in Henley-on-Thames
A cyclist has died after hitting a tree in Henley-on-Thames.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:09:36 +0100
Henry VIII's 'love nest' near Aylesbury goes on the market
A ‘love nest’ that was allegedly used by King Henry VIII on a regular basis in Buckinghamshire is now up for sale.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 11:31:51 +0100
River Thames diner to open this month
A pop-up riverside diner will be coming to Marlow Road later this month.

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 16:50:30 +0100
Tributes pour in for Chesham and Amersham MP Dame Cheryl Gillan
Tributes have poured in for Dame Cheryl Gillan, whose death on Saturday (April 4) following a long illness has sent shockwaves through the community.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 16:48:33 +0100
Manhunt launched after robber escapes from Bucks prison HMP Springhill
A manhunt has been launched after a robber escaped from prison this morning.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:02:41 +0100
Plan launched to help residents after East West Rail worries
A plan has been launched to help residents in the north of the county deal with the disruption that has been caused by the current East West Rail works.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 14:52:10 +0100
Milton Keynes: CCTV images released after car broken into and purse stolen
Police have released CCTV images after a car was broken into and a purse with bank cards was stolen in Milton Keynes.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 14:47:02 +0100
If you get this WhatsApp from your friends or family, don't reply - it's a scam
Fraudsters are posing as your friends, family and any other contacts you may have on WhatsApp.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0100
The Bucks pub beer gardens you can't wait to revisit
Lockdown rules are set to ease from next month and with it comes the reopening of Bucks beer gardens.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 13:38:14 +0100
Steve Backshall pleads for boat goers to not speed on the Thames
Steve Backshall believes lives could be lost on the Marlow stretch of the Thames, due to excessive speeding by boat users.



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