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Buses and trains are no alternative
IT is amazing the huge amount of disruption the fuel crisis has caused. IT is amazing the huge amount of disruption the fuel crisis has caused. But one aspect of this crisis which has yet to be highlighted, is that public transport in this country cannot
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Support our rowing star
OLYMPIC rowing hopeful Steve Redgrave is going for his record fifth gold medal and we should all lend our support to the man who helped to put Marlow on the world map. OLYMPIC rowing hopeful Steve Redgrave is going for his record fifth gold medal and
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Crisis can bring out the worst in people
THE current fuel crisis has proved a number of things, firstly that, despite all the hype about computers and high-tech dealings on the Internet, we are still dependent on a road-based economy where oil, a low-tech product, is still more than a lubricant
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The future is orange for one intrepid yacht racer
FORMER marketing director Paul Covell has set off on a year-long round-the-world yacht race. FORMER marketing director Paul Covell has set off on a year-long round-the-world yacht race. Mr Covell, 61, of Birkett Way, Chalfont St Giles, left Southampton
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TV star will soon take the plunge
CHAT show host Robert Kilroy-Silk is putting the final touches to his plans for a luxury swimming pool at his £1. CHAT show host Robert Kilroy-Silk is putting the final touches to his plans for a luxury swimming pool at his £1.75million house. Chiltern
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Parish bans killer 'fun'
A BAN on 'fun' balloons is the only way to prevent more wild and domestic animals from choking on the fragments and tags, say campaigners. A BAN on 'fun' balloons is the only way to prevent more wild and domestic animals from choking on the fragments
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999 bosses fear their staff will be stranded at home
EMERGENCY service chiefs have assured members of the public that essential duties will not be affected by the petrol crisis. EMERGENCY service chiefs have assured members of the public that essential duties will not be affected by the petrol crisis. Firefighters
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Ann Widdecombe makes a surprise visit to town
SENIOR Tory MP Ann Widdecombe surprised shoppers in Princes Risborough when she arrived in the town for an impromptu walkabout. SENIOR Tory MP Ann Widdecombe surprised shoppers in Princes Risborough when she arrived in the town for an impromptu walkabout
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School to pay £750 over expelled pupil
A SCHOOL'S appeal committee has been criticised for the way it handled the expulsion of a student alleged to have been found in possession of drugs. A SCHOOL'S appeal committee has been criticised for the way it handled the expulsion of a student alleged
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School gets ready to mark 70th birthday
TEACHERS and pupils are gearing up for two months of festivities to mark their school's 70th anniversary. TEACHERS and pupils are gearing up for two months of festivities to mark their school's 70th anniversary. Staff at Pipers Corner School, Great Kingshill
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Doubts raised on park-and-ride scheme siting
CONCERNS over the placement of a Park and Ride scheme on a Green Belt area in Marlow have been raised by both Wycombe District and Bucks County Council. CONCERNS over the placement of a Park and Ride scheme on a Green Belt area in Marlow have been raised
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Straight-road crash leaves police puzzled
A SMASH which left two people in hospital has perplexed police after a car lost control on a straight stretch of road. A SMASH which left two people in hospital has perplexed police after a car lost control on a straight stretch of road. A 20-year-old
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Shopper resorts to one horse power to counter fuel crisis
ENTERPRISING shopper Sue Mahony took to the saddle when the petrol crisis forced her to get her groceries on horseback. ENTERPRISING shopper Sue Mahony took to the saddle when the petrol crisis forced her to get her groceries on horseback. Ms Mahony,
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Some relief for motorists as petrol tankers begin to roll
MOTORISTS and services throughout South Buckinghamshire were relieved as the fuel crisis appeared to come to an end yesterday. MOTORISTS and services throughout South Buckinghamshire were relieved as the fuel crisis appeared to come to an end yesterday
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Town gridlocked as drivers queue
MARLOW town centre was gridlocked as desperate motorists packed the town centre trying to get petrol. MARLOW town centre was gridlocked as desperate motorists packed the town centre trying to get petrol. Traffic tailed half-a-mile down West Street from
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And so say all of us
OLYMPIC rowing hero Steve Redgrave is being cheered on by the whole of Marlow as he attempts to win a record-breaking fifth successive gold medal. OLYMPIC rowing hero Steve Redgrave is being cheered on by the whole of Marlow as he attempts to win a record-breaking
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Lottery bid for chalk cross
HISTORIC Whiteleaf Cross, the chalk symbol cut into the hillside beyond Princes Risborough, could be restored with half a million pounds of Lottery funds. HISTORIC Whiteleaf Cross, the chalk symbol cut into the hillside beyond Princes Risborough, could
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Naked man shows off to walkers in woods
A NAKED exhibitionist greased with body oil has been showing off to female dog walkers in the woods around Marlow Bottom. A NAKED exhibitionist greased with body oil has been showing off to female dog walkers in the woods around Marlow Bottom. The man
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Tragic death of alcoholic who drowned in bath
ALCOHOLIC Susan Dutton had a blood-alcohol level fives times the drink-drive limit when she drowned in the bath, an inquest heard. ALCOHOLIC Susan Dutton had a blood-alcohol level fives times the drink-drive limit when she drowned in the bath, an inquest
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Councillors look at town drink problem
SPENDING a penny could cost as much as £500 if people are caught urinating in a public place under plans to tackle alcohol-related problems. SPENDING a penny could cost as much as £500 if people are caught urinating in a public place under plans to tackle
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'Rapist made me pregnant'
A FORMER model told a jury that she was a victim 16 years ago of a man now standing trial accused of raping a young mother. A FORMER model told a jury that she was a victim 16 years ago of a man now standing trial accused of raping a young mother. The
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Campaign set to target homophobia
A CAMPAIGN to stop homophobia is being launched in Buckinghamshire to try to raise the profile of gay issues and encourage people who have experienced prejudice to come forward. A CAMPAIGN to stop homophobia is being launched in Buckinghamshire to try
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Message on euro hits the streets
BUSINESSMAN Steve Kerner took his message to say 'No' to the euro on to the streets last week when he joined a van touring the south of England. BUSINESSMAN Steve Kerner took his message to say 'No' to the euro on to the streets last week when he joined
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Villagers pledge to stop traffic in speed-limit bid
OUTRAGED villagers have threatened to block a main road in a bid to make council bosses listen to their protests about speeding. OUTRAGED villagers have threatened to block a main road in a bid to make council bosses listen to their protests about speeding
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Reader finds first copy of paper lining a box
A COPY of the first edition of the Bucks Free Press that was originally printed in 1856 has been lining a storage box in a reader's shed. A COPY of the first edition of the Bucks Free Press that was originally printed in 1856 has been lining a storage
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Memorial ceremony for dead men of Boer War
BUCKS men who died 100 years ago in the Boer War were remembered at the weekend in a special service. BUCKS men who died 100 years ago in the Boer War were remembered at the weekend in a special service. More than 300 people took part in the service at
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Former pupils at Misbourne to reunite
FORMER students who attended the Misbourne School between September 1976 and June 1980 are being urged to get in touch with former classmates. FORMER students who attended the Misbourne School between September 1976 and June 1980 are being urged to get
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Video captures Dunkirk service
THE DUNKIRK Memorial service that took place at the beginning of this year has been captured forever in a new video. THE DUNKIRK Memorial service that took place at the beginning of this year has been captured forever in a new video. The service, at All
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Anti-rail fight is far from over
Re: The Fight against Central Railway BUCKSCRAG (Bucks Central Railway Action Group) are pleased that Chiltern Railways have been awarded the franchise but this unfortunately does not mean that the fight against Central Railway is over. Re: The Fight
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Look Who's Talking: There's more TV but is it any good?
It would be surprising, I suppose, if I did not comment on the recent poll conducted by the British Film Institute to find the members' choice of the 100 best programmes ever seen on British television. It would be surprising, I suppose, if I did not
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Posner's politics: Taking stock after nearly 500 days in power Posner's politics: Taking stock after nearly 500 days in power THE Tories have now been power at the district council for nearly 500 days. The promises were big and bold before the election
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Fun all round as school celebrates 50th birthday
A CHARITY auction helped raise more than £2,000 at the Alfriston School's 50th birthday celebration. A CHARITY auction helped raise more than £2,000 at the Alfriston School's 50th birthday celebration. Celebrities Victoria Beckham and Alan Shearer were
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Speak to us appeal over medical facilities
ELDERLY residents concerned about a lack of medical facilities in Gerrards Cross have welcomed a decision to employ a research firm to assess the needs of the community. ELDERLY residents concerned about a lack of medical facilities in Gerrards Cross
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School hopes to receive technology college status
HEADTEACHER of Princes Risborough School Gaynor Hartle has spoken out confidently in support of its bid for technology college status. HEADTEACHER of Princes Risborough School Gaynor Hartle has spoken out confidently in support of its bid for technology
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Donations stolen from outside shop
CONCERNED staff at a charity shop in Princes Risborough are warning people not leave their donations outside shops after opening hours because of thieves operating in the area. CONCERNED staff at a charity shop in Princes Risborough are warning people
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Shut gate call as travellers invade
WORRIED villagers demanded the repair of a steel gate after a travellers invaded a school playing field with their caravans. WORRIED villagers demanded the repair of a steel gate after a travellers invaded a school playing field with their caravans. A
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Mother sobs as she tells court how she was raped
(test)A YOUNG mother sobbed as she told an Old Bailey jury that she fell victim to a date rapist who is alleged to have attacked five other women in a strikingly similar way. (test)A YOUNG mother sobbed as she told an Old Bailey jury that she fell victim
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Protesters are sick of paying UK petrol tax
THOUSANDS of motorists in South Buckinghamshire faced gridlocked streets as panic buying sent people dashing to the pumps to top up near empty fuel tanks in the wake of the petrol crisis. THOUSANDS of motorists in South Buckinghamshire faced gridlocked
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Shoppers rush for food supplies
SHOPPERS were stocking up on essentials such as bread, milk, eggs and tinned food this week as the knock-on effects of the fuel crisis spread throughout the county. SHOPPERS were stocking up on essentials such as bread, milk, eggs and tinned food this
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Anne may win £20,000 for college
CLASSROOM assistant Anne Bell has beaten stiff competition to make it through to the national final of this year's Teaching Awards. CLASSROOM assistant Anne Bell has beaten stiff competition to make it through to the national final of this year's Teaching
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Plane fans reach for the skies at mini air show
AVIATION enthusiasts flocked to witness loop-the-loops and other amazing feats of flying at a Model Air Show. AVIATION enthusiasts flocked to witness loop-the-loops and other amazing feats of flying at a Model Air Show. Onlookers were also treated to
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Housing plan passed despite safety fears
COUNCILLORS have backed plans for housing on the Quoitings site despite concern about a traffic calming scheme. COUNCILLORS have backed plans for housing on the Quoitings site despite concern about a traffic calming scheme. Wycombe District Council has
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Balloons banned from school events
GAS-FILLED balloons will be banned from school events throughout the county and children encouraged not to buy them outside school, Buckinghamshire county councillors agreed on Monday. GAS-FILLED balloons will be banned from school events throughout the
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Karate attack as taxi driver is robbed
TAXI driver Mohammed Yasin was kicked almost to death by a thief who stole his night's takings. TAXI driver Mohammed Yasin was kicked almost to death by a thief who stole his night's takings. Mr Yasin, 48, suffered broken ribs and spinal injuries when
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Car victory for mother of disabled teenager
ELATED mother Jane Pawley is celebrating after the Benefits Agency reversed a decision which led to the car she used to take her disabled daughter to hospital being towed away. ELATED mother Jane Pawley is celebrating after the Benefits Agency reversed
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Charity calls for goods to help children
A MARLOW-based charity for abandoned children in Romania has sent out an urgent appeal for essential goods to help fill a lorry travelling to the poverty-stricken country. A MARLOW-based charity for abandoned children in Romania has sent out an urgent
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Police issue impression of attacker involved in footpath sex incident Police issue impression of attacker involved in footpath sex incident POLICE have issued an e-fit of a man who grabbed a 20-year-old woman and indecently assaulted her before punching
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Heat of the day as weather warms up
SPACE invaders took over the 18th Thames Valley Grand Prix Raft Race on Sunday as more than 30 raft builders showed off their futuristic designs in sweltering heat. SPACE invaders took over the 18th Thames Valley Grand Prix Raft Race on Sunday as more
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Policeman with knack of nicking the stars
SPEED cop Andy Brandish added TV star Denise Van Outen to his list of celebrity speeders - two years after nabbing her pop icon husband-to-be Jay Kay. SPEED cop Andy Brandish added TV star Denise Van Outen to his list of celebrity speeders - two years
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Professionals back in swim with Springboard
THE chairman of self-help group Careers Springboard has reported a steady stream of new members throughout the year in his annual review. THE chairman of self-help group Careers Springboard has reported a steady stream of new members throughout the year
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Full buses mean stressful first day for student
A STUDENT'S first day at college was almost ruined because of overcrowded and late bus services. A STUDENT'S first day at college was almost ruined because of overcrowded and late bus services. Claire Woodward, 16, from Kingston Road, Terriers, was due
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Student jobshop is boon for employers
A NEW service to help employers find part-time or temporary staff among the student community has expanded rapidly since it opened last year. A NEW service to help employers find part-time or temporary staff among the student community has expanded rapidly
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Town plan 'will ruin taxi business'
TAXI drivers say they will lose half of their town-centre business when the Tesco store closes as part of changes introduced under the Western Sector development. TAXI drivers say they will lose half of their town-centre business when the Tesco store
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Smartcard business picks up off after slow start to year
A PROVIDER of smartcard systems has taken a record number of new installation contracts following a slow start to the year, the AGM of the company's owners heard. A PROVIDER of smartcard systems has taken a record number of new installation contracts
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High fuel costs are necessary
PERHAPS before people get carried away with the present arguments on the petrol tax they might be interested in the truth. PERHAPS before people get carried away with the present arguments on the petrol tax they might be interested in the truth. I think
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Support Battle of Britain heroes
IN celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, which we ought really to think of as the Battle For Britain, members of the Royal Air Forces Association are striving for a better-than-ever response to the Wings Appeal for welfare funds
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Cyclists can't go where they want
I ENJOYED last week's article by Caroline Oldfield regarding the Chiltern Heritage Trails, until I came to the comments regarding off-road cycling and particularly Penn Wood. I ENJOYED last week's article by Caroline Oldfield regarding the Chiltern Heritage
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Gardeners' rights are mown down
YOU may say that I should be writing this to the Wycombe Council Planning Office; but knowing them from past experience my complaint would no doubt be ignored. YOU may say that I should be writing this to the Wycombe Council Planning Office; but knowing
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Some citizens are more equal
Re: Marlow Regatta WE should be grateful to the Mayor of Marlow for explaining that no decision on the proposed move of the regatta to Eton has yet been taken but that a meeting of the 'subscribers' for this purpose is imminent. Re: Marlow Regatta WE
