Local News
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Re-opening date is likely to be mid-February
The 111 years old Iconic Chesham Moor Swimming Pool Lido has had its facelift.
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Strikes and engineering work this week on Chiltern Railways
Train operator Chiltern Railways has warned customers that no services will operate on Wednesday 1 and Friday 3 February on any route due to strike action by ASLEF and the RMT.
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Sarah Green calls for stronger government action to clean up rivers
Chesham and Amersham MP Sarah Green has reacted to a new target passed in Parliament that will allow for 15 more years of harmful waste in our rivers.
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Arts for all at Queen's Park Arts centre
Aylesbury’s Queens Park Arts Centre has announced details of its extensive programme of workshops, performances, exhibitions, and storytelling activities for February 2023
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What we eat can affect our vision
Local chartiy Bucks Vision is sharing Studies that show that what we eat can affect our vision.
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Man jailed for drug offences in Aylesbury
Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, a man has been jailed for drug offences in Aylesbury.
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Buckinghamshire Young Musician of the Year 2023
Buckinghamshire Music Trust is looking for young performers from across the county to compete for the title of Buckinghamshire Young Musician of the Year 2023.
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Haddenhan lorry watch.
Haddenhan parish council are seeking more volunteers for their Phase II Lorry Watch.
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Digital tools help speed up the planning process
A government minister has been to Buckinghamshire to see how the council is trialling innovative digital tools aimed at speeding up the planning process.
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Buckingham to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
On Holocaust Memorial Day, we remember the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust
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Aylesbury Towpath improvements
The towpath along the canal between the Aylesbury basin and lock 15, and bridge 15 to Arla dairy is undergoing improvements.
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Dangers of icy water
Bucks fire and rescue are reminding us how dangerous it is being near freezing rivers and ponds
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Wendover Canal Trust photo competition winners announced
The competition was launched to entice people to the Wendover Canal during the autumn and winter.
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582 additional Police since 2019
Tory MP for Buckingham Greg Smith has said he will continue to work with the outstanding local police to ensure they have the resources they need to keep us all safe
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Man sentenced for drug offences in High Wycombe
Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, a man has been sentenced for drug offences in High Wycombe.
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Bucks Culture to hold conference in March
They want to bring together a range of organisations involved in the culture sector
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White letter box placed in Aylesbury funeral home
Legacy Funeral Services are hoping to help people in their grief by suggesting they write a letter to their loved one
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Thames Valley residents urged not to ignore cervical screening invites
NHS Thames Valley Cancer Alliance is trying to encourage attendance as part of Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
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Swans are headed to Buckingham
A Swan Trail is being organised by the Town Council
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Browns the solicitors in Aylesbury & Wycombe have been closed down.
Browns Solicitors in Bucks has been closed by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
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Aylesbury Grammar school 425th celebrations
This year marks the 425th anniversary of Aylesbury grammar school to start celebrations off a brand new school logo has just been released.
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Green welcomes Government action on prepayment meters but pushes for all out ban
Chesham and Amersham MP,Sarah Green, has reiterated her calls for the Government to implement a ban onthe forced installation of prepayment meters by energy companies.
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Drunk passenger drives off in bus
When people say "when you've had a drink, take the bus", it isn't meant to be taken literally
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Arrest made
*ARREST MADE* We are providing an update after a man absconded from prison.
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Business in Bucks continues to grow
Has business growth become a dirty phrase for business owners? With energy and cost-of-living crises and a looming recession, many owners could be forgiven for thinking that growing their business at a time like this is fanciful.
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Two men jailed for drug offences in Aylesbury
Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, two men have been jailed for drug offences in Aylesbury.
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UPDATE: Former Aylesbury school boys take on mammoth challenge for charity
Four Old Aylesburians, Chris and Michael Donnachie, David Belgrove, Dafydd Powell and Johnny have almost finished their Bangers to Banjul Challenge to raise funds for The GLOVE Project charity.
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Competition helping to educate NHS students on NHS careers
The 'Step into the NHS' competition was launched by Bucks NHS Trust this week
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Women jailed over Thames Valley drugs supply conspiracy
The conviction is in connection with a significant investigation into an organised crime group
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Charity concert for local bandleader
The double Grammy award-winning Jules Buckley makes a return to his hometown Aylesbury to join more than 100 former students of the late Nick Care.
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Tougher penalties for fare-dodgers
Chiltern Railways has warned customers that from Monday 23 January, tougher penalties for fare-dodgers come into effect across the rail network.
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Two people died in multi vehicle crash on the M40
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage following a fatal RTC on the M40 in South Buckinghamshire.
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Fireworks and sky lanterns safety
Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service would also like to take this opportunity to share important fire safety advice, and to remind participants of the risks posed by fireworks.
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Appeal for witnesses following arson – Aylesbury
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following an incident of arson in Aylesbury.
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Potential Flood Risk in Bourton Park
The environment agency has cleared a number of fallen trees from the river great ouse in Buckingham.
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The National Lottery Community Fund awarded £36,490.00 to community projects in the Buckingham constituency.
Greg Smith MP has welcomed news that from 20 August 2022 to 25 November 2022, The National Lottery Community Fund awarded £36,490.00 to community projects in the Buckingham constituency.
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Rachel Watts honoured
Today sees the official opening event for the Rachel Watts Play Park at Ovins Rise in Haddenham
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Serious crash last Saturday afternoon on M40
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a serious injury road traffic collision on the M40 in South Buckinghamshire
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Twelve beers in support of Tiggywinkles
Tring Brewery is proud to announce that they have joined forces with Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital – their charity of choice for 2023.
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Breast screening
The Bucks Healthcare Trust breast screening team is now screening in Haddenham from 20 January.
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Aylesbury misses out on Levelling Up Fund
Aylesbury MP Rob Butler says he's disappointed at the news.
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Drone development takes flight at Westcott
Westcott Venture Park’s position as a launchpad for the development of drone technology has been further strengthened with the opening of a new Drone Test and Development Centre.
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Youth theatre project returns for local hospice
After raising over £55,000 for hospice care last year, a project giving youngsters a chance to star on stage is returning to Aylesbury.
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Encouraging eligible people to get their free NHS Flu Vaccine
The NHS’s lead for the flu programme in the South East of England is encouraging eligible people to get their free NHS vaccine, as over 400 people remain in hospital with the infection and a further 22 patients in critical care.
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Buckinghamshire Lottery: Strike it lucky and support local good causes
Buckinghamshire residents can support local good causes while also potentially winning big with Buckinghamshire Lottery.
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AgeUK is hoping keeping in touch with loved ones
Older people in Buckinghamshire are being encouraged to stay connected as the winter nights continue.
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Aylesbury road gets new road restrictions
Locals to Burcott Lane have been campaigning for the addition for years
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HS2 minister becomes first person to walk Colne Valley Viaduct
The Colne Valley Viaduct will be the longest railway bridge when completed
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TVP make six arrests in Buckinghamshire
Aylesbury Vale CID are leading an ongoing investigation into firearms, burglary and handling stolen property offences
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NHS issues advice for Bucks residents amid strike action
With industrial action by some nurses continuing Bucks residents are being asked to continue to attend appointments
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Bucks students take part in unique oral health teaching session
Practical skills were demonstrated for students in Buckinghamshire
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Buckinghamshire based charity hopes to raise 100k
Stoke Mandeville Spinal Research is hoping to mark its 10th anniversary with a fundraising drive
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Man fined over drug-related waste dumped in Buckinghamshire
The 34-year-old has been ordered to pay nearly £4,000 over fly-tipping in 2022
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Emergency services called out to fire in Aylesbury
Thames Valley Police and Bucks Fire and Rescue were called out this morning
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Emergency Services deal with incident on the Chiltern line
Emergency services dealt with an incident near the railway at Aylesbury last night
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Bucks, Oxon and Berks West health board meet today
The first board meeting of 2023 will take place for the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board
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Aylesbury MP welcomes funding to tackle homelessness in Bucks
Buckinghamshire has been awarded over £1.5 million pounds to address the issue in the county
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Chesham and Amersham MP calls for action over Royal Mail's performance
Sarah Green is calling for Ofcom to take action if the company continues to miss targets
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Funding boost to support cancer patients in Bucks
The Cancer Care and Haematology Fund is based at Stoke Mandeville Hospital
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Bucks doctor recognised as an "unsung hero"
A Buckinghamshire anaesthetist has received the Evelyn Baker Award
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Investigation into aircraft incident near Buckingham concludes
In August an aircraft clipped a vehicle while trying to land
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Cheerleaders from Aylesbury are raising money to go to the World Championships in Florida.
Team Apollo from Aylesbury has been selected for the The Summit ‘All Star World Championships’
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Bledlow tip re opens.
Buckinghamshire Council officially reopens the Bledlow Household Recycling Centre (HRC).
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Blackthorn Bridge Crash
Thames Valley Police is appealing for information after a serious injury road traffic collision on the A41 near Piddington.
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Record-breaking year for Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity shops.
Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity shops had a record-breaking year in 2022 – making more money, servingmore customers and handled more donations than any previous year since theirfirst shop opened in Aylesbury in 1993.
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Bike Security
Do you have a new bike? Make sure you register it. Go along to the Council Chambers in Buckingham on 17th January 2023, 10am to 2pm, and they will record its unique frame number on the national database, so that it can be traced back to you if it gets lost or stolen.
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National Pot Holes Day!
Buckinghamshire council repair around 2000 potholes every month, and with it being National Pot Holes Day it's a great opportunity to fill you in with all the information you need for reporting and the repair process.
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Garden Waste Subscription
Bucks Council says you should get the sticker by January 23rd.
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Man jailed for Aylesbury assault
Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, Lloyd Manyange, aged 29, of The Pastures, High Wycombe, has been sentenced to five years and two months in prison after a decision at Aylesbury Crown Court.
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HMP Springhill
A 24-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of escaping from lawful custody in connection with this investigation.
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Buckinghamshire Council has been awarded £397k in funding from the Active Travel Capability and Ambition Fund
– a national initiative from Active Travel England and theDepartment for Transport that aims to support local authorities to plan activetravel infrastructure, develop expertise and deliver behaviour changeactivities.
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Aylesbury Food bank
Aylesbury Foodbank which is funded by local churches and community groups to stop hunger in the Aylesbury area. has received a boost from the 1st Wendover Rainbows who have donated an incredible 80kg of food as part of the Town Mayors 10 tonne challenge
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THEFT OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS IN AYLESBURY VALE
Do you own a Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Lexus or BMW vehicle? Thames Valley Police is urging owners of vehicles (particularly the most commonly targeted ones listed above) to take additional security measures following an increasing number of thefts of catalytic converters in Aylesbury Vale, most recently in the area of Quarrendon.
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Bucks Business First MP’s Roundtable event is with Greg Smith MP
Buckingham MP Greg smith is looking forward to meeting with local employers today at one of the advertised events.
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Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Aylesbury.
At around 4pm on Tuesday (10/1), the victim, an 11-year-old boy, was walking along Wendover Road at the junction with Wendover Way when he was approached by a group of around three or four males.
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Local flood alerts
Llood alerts has been issued by the Environment Agency Flood Warning System in the Aylesbury Vale area after days of heavy rain.
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Watermead Parish Council Neighbourhood Plan
Watermead Parish Council is working with residents and stakeholders on developing a Neighbourhood Plan for Watermead
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Fly tipper caught on camera
A man who initially denied responsibility for fly-tipping had no choice but to admit his guilt when faced with video evidence captured by Bucks council enforcement cameras.
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CCTV image released following an incident of robbery – Buckingham
Thames Valley Police is releasing a CCTV image of a man officers would like to speak to as he may have vital information regarding an incident of robbery in Buckingham.
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Sexual assault in High Wycombe
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a sexual assault in High Wycombe.
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High Wycombe couple fined and banned from keeping animals for 15 years
Members of a Buckinghamshire family appeared in court for keeping 17 puppies due to be sold to the public in unsuitable conditions.
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Applications for Bucks school places close this Sunday.
With the deadline for Primary applications for children starting school in September looming, we've been speaking to an industry expert to get some last minute advice for parents and carers.
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Bucks Youth Offending Service rated "Good"
An inspection has been carried out on the service that supports 10-17 year olds.
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Bucks based charity launch inflatable planetariums
UK Astronomy's inflatable planetariums provide an immersive experience to those without access to a telescope
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Bucks Council's new app looking to promote an active life
Buckinghamshire Council is hoping to encourage people to engage in healthy choices this year
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Aylesbury arts centre awarded £160k in funding
The Rothschild Foundation has given the three year grant to Queens Park Arts Centre
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Aylesbury farmer heading into Love Island
Will Young will be taking part in the upcoming winter versio
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Holiday programme keeps Bucks children entertained
Buckinghamshire Council's Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme ran over the Christmas break
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Three men jailed over drugs conspiracy in Bedfordshire
A criminal network linked to a £1.4 million drugs conspiracy in Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas has been jailed
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Bucks backed scheme for rural organisations ends
The LEADER Programme has helped over 250 organisations with grant funding
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Cold weather increases potholes in Bucks
Buckinghamshire Council says recent weather has caused deterioration in the roads
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Thames Water share map to track possible sewage discharge
Local areas like Waddesdong and Wingrave have recent or current discharges
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Nominations open for Proud of Bucks Awards
Buckinghamshire's volunteers are being celebrated for their work in 2022
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Bucks Council running their helping hand holiday service this Summer
The Council has teamed up with local organisations, schools and charity groups to provide thousands of places for eligible children and young people to enjoy a variety of exciting and interesting activities and experiences in their local area throughout the summer holidays.
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Aylesbury Vale Dynamo off to the Euros
The UEFA Women’s EURO started on Wednesday and one of the Aylesbury Vale Dynamos FC players – Olivia Walker, aged 8 – has been chosen to be the Official Match Ball Deliverer for the Spain vs Finland game on tonight (Friday 8th July) at Stadium MK.
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Aylesbury charity launches urgent appeal as cost-of-living crisis bites
The Heart of Bucks charity is launching an urgent appeal for donations as the cost-of-living crisis hits hard across Buckinghamshire.
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Bucks Council want your opinion on proposed 350 home development in Hazlemere
The 14.3 hectare site at Tralee Farm would feature housing in a sustainable and energy efficient way and create new open space features. The brief includes cycle and pedestrian links and improvements to the existing green infrastructure and biodiversity.
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Police's re-appeal tracing man who has absconded from HMP Springhill
Thames Valley Police are re-appealing for help in tracing a man who has absconded from HMP Springhill in Grendon Underwood.
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It's coming...
Our Plans are to launch Bucks Radio in the New Year online.....