‘Dream come true’ trip for sick four-year-old boy from Thame
A four-year-old boy who suffers from a potentially life-threatening condition had one of his dreams come true when he met Mickey Mouse.Thame youngster Harrison Baker’s wish was granted on a trip to...
View ArticleMatt Adcock’s film review: World War Z is middle-ranking brain-munching fare
“Life as we know it will come to an end in 90 days. It’s on us to change that…”Zombies are hot property this year with the pleasing zom-rom Warm Bodies, undead cop thrills in R.I.P.D and The Returned...
View ArticleFlag raised to mark start of Armed Forces Week
A special flag was raised in Aylesbury to signal the start of Bucks Armed Forces Week – but a security alert meant things didn’t go to military precision.Veterans, dignitaries and the public watched in...
View Article£18.6 million deal to roll out super-fast broadband across Bucks announced
Bucks and Herts county councils have signed a contract with BT which will see fibre broadband becominn available to more than 90 per cent of premises by the end of March 2016.It means 38,500 homes and...
View ArticleSpectacular 3D video projection set to transform Aylesbury town centre
The art installation beneath the arches of Long Lionel in Market Square will show local people talking about where they live, juxtaposed with images of their stories mapped into the existing...
View ArticleThame Pole Attack raises cash for hospital
Thame Pole Attack raised more than £1,700 for Great Ormond Street Hospital at a pamper event.Instructor Sarah Bedford’s daughter has been treated at the hospital for a rare disease which means she does...
View ArticleAlan Dee: What drives money junkies to turn to a Wonga fix?
If you’re looking for a life plan that will steer you clear of some of the potential pitfalls that await us all, it’s a pretty good rule of thumb to avoid any business that advertises itself on a...
View ArticleCouncil chairman dies suddenly
The chairman of Wycombe District Council, which covers Kimble and Risborough, has died suddenly.Roger Emmett, who became chairman last month, died on Sunday at the age of 68.Cllr Richard Scott, leader...
View ArticleCouncil leaders approve plans to set up company providing commercial social...
Officially titled a Local Authority Trading Company, Buckinghamshire Care is expected to begin trading in October 2013 and will initially provide day services, respite, employment and vocational...
View ArticleHospice needs more volunteers as it gears up for big new fundraiser
A hospice is on the hunt for volunteers to help out with street collections in Bucks.Rennie Grove Hospice Care holds around 20 collections a year and they can bring in more than £7,000.Volunteer Liz...
View ArticleEnd of the world for Aylesbury’s criminals: Eight arrested in Operation...
Eight men have been arrested and more than £10,000 cash and two stun guns seized during police raids across Aylesbury.Class A and B drugs, including cannabis, were also seized during Operation...
View ArticleHowell gets green light for 2015 bid
John Howell is to stand for re-election as Thame’s MP at the 2015 general election.The South Oxfordshire Conservative Association voted to keep Mr Howell as the party’s candidate for the seat at a...
View ArticleAlan Dee’s movie preview: This Is The End, Hummingbird, Despicable Me 2
We should all know by now that extreme caution is advised any time the promoters of a new film bill it as ‘extremely raunchy’ – that’s usually movie shorthand for crude waste of money that’s well worth...
View ArticleFriars Club’s grand plan for poster exhibition
The man behind legendary music club Friars wants to hold a major exhibition of memorabilia next year.David Stopps is hopeful of convincing Aylesbury’s County Museum to be the venue. The founder said:...
View ArticleTop honours for Bucks healthcare workers
Two Bucks Healthcare NHS Trust staff have had their work recognised at the first Women in Spinal Cord Injury awards.Karen O’Donnell, a National Spinal Injuries Centre sister, won the Outstanding Women...
View ArticleWhat to do in an emergency
A new Bucks County Council video has launched telling people and businesses the best way to prepare for an emergency.The video called ‘The House...Are You Ready?’ tells the story of everyday people...
View ArticleMurder inquiry: Inquest opened into man’s death
An inquest has been opened into the death of an Aylesbury man who was shot with a crossbow.Darrell Farnham, 44, was found dead at his Belgrave Road home on Sunday night.Beaconsfield coroner’s court...
View ArticleUPDATED: HS2 bill passes Commons vote as price-tag increases by £10 BILLION
An overwhelming majority of MPs have voted in favour of the HS2 paving bill following a debate in the Commons.The vote came after the Government announced the budget for the controversial line has...
View ArticleYour chance to meet panto cast at theatre – oh yes it is!
One thousand lucky people have a chance to win tickets to see the stars of this year’s pantomime at the Waterside Theatre in a special 45-minute showcase.EastEnders and stage actress Anita Dobson who...
View ArticleTwo due in court following Aylesbury drug raids
Two men are due to appear in court today following a series of police raids across Aylesbury.Twenty nine year old Ronald Mannion, of Foster Close, Aylesbury and 34 year old Fayaz Zaman, of no fixed...
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