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Keep all the screening units open
THOUSANDS of women and families across the county are having to wait for a decision on the future of the breast screening service in Buckinghamshire. THOUSANDS of women and families across the county are having to wait for a decision on the future of
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Looks Who's Talking: Media vision of Dome is quite wrong
THIS week I finally made it to the Dome, courtesy of being a helping dad on a school trip. THIS week I finally made it to the Dome, courtesy of being a helping dad on a school trip. I had expected it to be the much-trumpeted waste of money. I had expected
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Mann on Friday: United States of Europe would net more medals but lose identity Mann on Friday: United States of Europe would net more medals but lose identity I HAVE to confess I broke my promise, made in last week's column, to be tucked up in bed when
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Asian View: The Olympics could become meaningless
THE Sydney Olympics are in their final phase and it is very likely that the overwhelming majority of the world's population, represented by the various national teams, will have bagged only a handful of medals. THE Sydney Olympics are in their final phase
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Posner's Politics: Prospective politician in confident mood
AS a Daily Telegraph columnist, Tory Paul Goodman has spent many an hour dissecting politicians' remarks. AS a Daily Telegraph columnist, Tory Paul Goodman has spent many an hour dissecting politicians' remarks. However, if he is successful in winning
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Council won't fund crossing
ANGRY county councillor Dennis Green has hit out at Princes Risborough Town Council after it refused to help fund a road safety scheme. ANGRY county councillor Dennis Green has hit out at Princes Risborough Town Council after it refused to help fund a
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Caretaker milked funds from school
CARETAKER Michael Maskell milked money from school funds to go on a spending spree buying food and furniture, a court heard. CARETAKER Michael Maskell milked money from school funds to go on a spending spree buying food and furniture, a court heard. 48
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Kendall walks out on Chesham
CHESHAM United are looking for their eighth manager in four years following the shock resignation of manager John Kendall this week. CHESHAM United are looking for their eighth manager in four years following the shock resignation of manager John Kendall
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Worthington Cup needs more fizz says boss
BLUES boss Lawrie Sanchez says the Worthington Cup must be revamped and made into a one-leg competition. BLUES boss Lawrie Sanchez says the Worthington Cup must be revamped and made into a one-leg competition. He said: 'The drama of cup football is lost
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Redgrave 'Ours after 250 metres'
OLYMPIAN Steve Redgrave said he knew his crew has won gold just 250 metres into last Saturday's race in Sydney. OLYMPIAN Steve Redgrave said he knew his crew has won gold just 250 metres into last Saturday's race in Sydney. The Marlow man said: 'From
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Hospital staffing crisis forces wards to close
ON Monday a decision was taken to close Wycombe Hospital's Accident and Emergency Department to patients needing admission as there were no beds available. ON Monday a decision was taken to close Wycombe Hospital's Accident and Emergency Department to
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Heads give the cold shoulder to county quiz
COUNCILLORS are disappointed after more than half of the county's schools failed to return a questionnaire intended to be used to monitor council services. COUNCILLORS are disappointed after more than half of the county's schools failed to return a questionnaire
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Ofsted praises LEA for turning round problems
GOVERNMENT inspectors have praised Buckinghamshire LEA for turning round serious weaknesses in the county's education. GOVERNMENT inspectors have praised Buckinghamshire LEA for turning round serious weaknesses in the county's education. The Local Education
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Shop thief was spotted stealing loudspeakers
A THIEF was caught red-handed stealing electrical goods from a store after an off-duty security guard recognised the man and followed him into the shop. A THIEF was caught red-handed stealing electrical goods from a store after an off-duty security guard
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Resident is outraged over ugly rectory
OUTRAGED resident Brian Highe has branded the council planning process undemocratic after a rectory was built near his home in a conservation area. OUTRAGED resident Brian Highe has branded the council planning process undemocratic after a rectory was
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Police oppose ban on HGVs in village lane
RESIDENTS claim police have not been supportive of a ban on heavy goods vehicles along a village lane. RESIDENTS claim police have not been supportive of a ban on heavy goods vehicles along a village lane. Penn parish councillors and residents in Penn
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Epileptic abducted and robbed
AN epileptic woman has been left traumatised after being abducted and robbed of more than £400. AN epileptic woman has been left traumatised after being abducted and robbed of more than £400. The incident occurred in Beaconsfield on Saturday when the
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Officer sues force over housing allowance
POLICE officer Christopher Maynard is suing the Metropolitan Police Force claiming he was misled when he applied to join the force. POLICE officer Christopher Maynard is suing the Metropolitan Police Force claiming he was misled when he applied to join
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Uncertain future for breast screening units
CAMPAIGNERS fighting the possible closure of a major breast care screening unit are still waiting for a decision on whether the Wycombe service will be axed. CAMPAIGNERS fighting the possible closure of a major breast care screening unit are still waiting
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Old friend recalls their school days
A CHILDHOOD friend - who followed Steve through his school years - has spoken of his memories growing up with the country's greatest Olympian. A CHILDHOOD friend - who followed Steve through his school years - has spoken of his memories growing up with
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Abbey Barn Playgroup (Hollywell Mead) Johnswood Scout Centre, Keephill Road High Wycombe Mon to Fri, 9. Abbey Barn Playgroup (Hollywell Mead) Johnswood Scout Centre, Keephill Road High Wycombe Mon to Fri, 9.25am - 12pm (01494) 532740 Busy Bee Toddler
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Comedy
Bill Bailey The Hexagon, Reading Stand-up at its finest Sun Oct 8, 8pm Craig Charles - Sickbag Live Aylesbury Civic Centre Star of Red Dwarf and Robot Wars - over 18s onl Bill Bailey The Hexagon, Reading Stand-up at its finest Sun Oct 8, 8pm Craig Charles
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Dance
Improvers/Intermediate Salsa Multi-Racial Centre, High Wycombe Wed, 8pm - 9. Improvers/Intermediate Salsa Multi-Racial Centre, High Wycombe Wed, 8pm - 9.30pm (01494) 463 680 Irene Miguel & Co Windsor Arts Centre Salsa classes, Weds, 7.30pm Line Dance
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Still growing strong after a quarter of a century
CHILDREN at Carrington Pre-School have been celebrating their 25th anniversary throughout the week. CHILDREN at Carrington Pre-School have been celebrating their 25th anniversary throughout the week. Youngsters at the school in Chapel Road, Flackwell
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Let's give Steve a huge welcome
I AM certain that all your readers will support me in offering the biggest of congratulations to local hero Steve Redgrave, and his team mates Matthew Pinsent, James Cracknell and Tim Foster, in their outstanding gold medal win at this year's Olympic
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Transport attack was misleading
I WAS disappointed to read the comment in Bucks Free Press, entitled 'Buses and trains are no alternative' (September 15), and the article in the Bucks Free Press Midweek entitled 'Councillors criticised' (September 19). I WAS disappointed to read the
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Foreign expenses are necessary
THERE have been a number of misguided and inaccurate letters and articles in the local press recently about the twinning and funding arrangements by Amersham Town Council. THERE have been a number of misguided and inaccurate letters and articles in the
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Let's give Steve a huge welcome
I AM certain that all your readers will support me in offering the biggest of congratulations to local hero Steve Redgrave, and his team mates Matthew Pinsent, James Cracknell and Tim Foster, in their outstanding gold medal win at this year's Olympic
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Old friend recalls their school days
A CHILDHOOD friend - who followed Steve through his school years - has spoken of his memories growing up with the country's greatest Olympian. Mark Humphrey, 39, said he had a feeling, from their days at Great Marlow School, that Steve would achieve great
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Keep all the screening units open
THOUSANDS of women and families across the county are having to wait for a decision on the future of the breast screening service in Buckinghamshire. THOUSANDS of women and families across the county are having to wait for a decision on the future of
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Angel of Siberia in line for top nursing award
MOTHER-OF-TWO Maureen Gill has been recognised for her tireless efforts in improving care for the terminally ill in Russia. MOTHER-OF-TWO Maureen Gill has been recognised for her tireless efforts in improving care for the terminally ill in Russia. Mrs
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Taxi adds to holiday stress
MOTHER Wendy Smith says using a taxi to the airport when the family went on holiday to avoid the stress of driving there, turned out to be a mistake because of a number of errors by the company. MOTHER Wendy Smith says using a taxi to the airport when
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Epileptic abducted and robbed
AN epileptic woman has been left traumatised after being abducted and robbed of more than £400. AN epileptic woman has been left traumatised after being abducted and robbed of more than £400. The incident occurred in Beaconsfield on Saturday when the
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It could be Sir Steven Redgrave School
GREAT Marlow School could soon become the Sir Steven Redgrave School if the sporting hero is given a knighthood. GREAT Marlow School could soon become the Sir Steven Redgrave School if the sporting hero is given a knighthood. Steve, who attended the school
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Taking a shot at powering the oars
IMAGINE that final pull, propelling yourself over the winning line knowing you have proved you are the greatest endurance athlete of all time. IMAGINE that final pull, propelling yourself over the winning line knowing you have proved you are the greatest
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Steve's route to Olympic history
STEVE Redgrave had his first taste of Olympic glory back in 1984 and 16 years later he is Britain's most successful Olympian with five consecutive gold medals under his belt. STEVE Redgrave had his first taste of Olympic glory back in 1984 and 16 years
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Motorist imprisoned after motorcyclist dies
VAN driver Mohammed Mumtaz has been jailed after he overtook a car on a 'notorious' stretch of road and collided with a motorcyclist killing the rider. VAN driver Mohammed Mumtaz has been jailed after he overtook a car on a 'notorious' stretch of road
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Seconds for the winners
DANIEL Strange blasted an extra-time winner to earn High Wycombe Hockey Club a place in the second round of the HA Cup. DANIEL Strange blasted an extra-time winner to earn High Wycombe Hockey Club a place in the second round of the HA Cup. The schoolboy
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Marlow stay at the top
MARLOW made it a league hat-trick when they thrashed Witney 34-10 to keep their unbeaten record intact and stay top of South West Two. MARLOW made it a league hat-trick when they thrashed Witney 34-10 to keep their unbeaten record intact and stay top
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Beaconsfield ease back into action
DESPITE a one-week enforced break, because of the petrol crisis, Beaconsfield showed no signs of rust as they beat Buckingham 31-12 last Saturday. DESPITE a one-week enforced break, because of the petrol crisis, Beaconsfield showed no signs of rust as
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Nine-man Marlow crash to heavy defeat
MARLOW had two men sent off as they crashed 4-0 at home to second division leaders Hemel Hempstead on Tuesday night. MARLOW had two men sent off as they crashed 4-0 at home to second division leaders Hemel Hempstead on Tuesday night. Goalkeeper Lee Carroll
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Finishers finish Blues cup hopes
LAWRIE Sanchez said the quality of finishing was the only difference as Wanderers went out of the Worthington Cup to first division millionaires Birmingham City on Tuesday. LAWRIE Sanchez said the quality of finishing was the only difference as Wanderers
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Blues in a hurry to make history
JERMAINE McSporran and Jamie Bates could be heading for a place in the Guinness Book of Records after their goal rush against Peterborough United. JERMAINE McSporran and Jamie Bates could be heading for a place in the Guinness Book of Records after their
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Now give them the respect they deserve
MARLOW Rowing Club chairman Peter Hunt is hoping the country will finally take Olympic rower Steve Redgrave to its heart after he earned himself a place among the greatest-ever Olympians. MARLOW Rowing Club chairman Peter Hunt is hoping the country will
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The new rock and row
MARLOW Rowing Club are hoping to harness the massive wave of interest the British rowing success in Sydney has created and ensure future Olympic glory - but have warned lottery bosses they need to keep the money coming into the sport. MARLOW Rowing Club
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Hospital staffing crisis forces wards to close
ON Monday a decision was taken to close Wycombe Hospital's Accident and Emergency Department to patients needing admission as there were no beds available. ON Monday a decision was taken to close Wycombe Hospital's Accident and Emergency Department to
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Ofsted praises LEA for turning round problems
GOVERNMENT inspectors have praised Buckinghamshire LEA for turning round serious weaknesses in the county's education. GOVERNMENT inspectors have praised Buckinghamshire LEA for turning round serious weaknesses in the county's education. The Local Education
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Heads give the cold shoulder to county quiz
COUNCILLORS are disappointed after more than half of the county's schools failed to return a questionnaire intended to be used to monitor council services. COUNCILLORS are disappointed after more than half of the county's schools failed to return a questionnaire
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Taxi adds to holiday stress
MOTHER Wendy Smith says using a taxi to the airport when the family went on holiday to avoid the stress of driving there, turned out to be a mistake because of a number of errors by the company. MOTHER Wendy Smith says using a taxi to the airport when
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Vicar gets soaked as supporters pledge £60,000
FUNDRAISERS are a step closer towards their goal to redevelop their church after securing £60,000 in pledges. FUNDRAISERS are a step closer towards their goal to redevelop their church after securing £60,000 in pledges. More than 1,000 loyal churchgoers
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'Rapist had a Jekyll and Hyde character'
TOP COP Paul Astbury has branded serial rapist Nicholas Edwards a Jekyll and Hyde character who lulled his victims into a false sense of security before brutally raping them. TOP COP Paul Astbury has branded serial rapist Nicholas Edwards a Jekyll and
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Town wins its 30-year fight for lay-by cash
ALMOST £30,000 has been given to a town council to clear up a lay-by which has been branded an eyesore by residents. ALMOST £30,000 has been given to a town council to clear up a lay-by which has been branded an eyesore by residents. At a meeting of the
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Caretaker milked funds from school
CARETAKER Michael Maskell milked money from school funds to go on a spending spree buying food and furniture, a court heard. CARETAKER Michael Maskell milked money from school funds to go on a spending spree buying food and furniture, a court heard. 48
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'Rapist had a Jekyll and Hyde character'
TOP COP Paul Astbury has branded serial rapist Nicholas Edwards a Jekyll and Hyde character who lulled his victims into a false sense of security before brutally raping them. TOP COP Paul Astbury has branded serial rapist Nicholas Edwards a Jekyll and
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Masked raiders made petrol station close during crisis
MASKED raiders forced a petrol station to close down its pumps during the fuel crisis after they smashed their way inside and caused more than £1,000 worth of damage. MASKED raiders forced a petrol station to close down its pumps during the fuel crisis
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Police oppose ban on HGVs in village lane
RESIDENTS claim police have not been supportive of a ban on heavy goods vehicles along a village lane. RESIDENTS claim police have not been supportive of a ban on heavy goods vehicles along a village lane. Penn parish councillors and residents in Penn
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Racketeer faces up to 14 years in jail for blackmail
RACKETEER Sukhpal Singh is facing up to 14 years behind bars after blackmailing students into handing over nearly £1,000 for protection. RACKETEER Sukhpal Singh is facing up to 14 years behind bars after blackmailing students into handing over nearly
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Villagers say Bottom has been knocked out of celebrations for top oarsman Villagers say Bottom has been knocked out of celebrations for top oarsman VILLAGERS in Marlow Bottom are feeling a little miffed that the village's most famous son Olympian Steve
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It could be Sir Steven Redgrave School
GREAT Marlow School could soon become the Sir Steven Redgrave School if the sporting hero is given a knighthood. GREAT Marlow School could soon become the Sir Steven Redgrave School if the sporting hero is given a knighthood. Steve, who attended the school
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The world says don't tear up Toad's meadow
HEADLINES across the globe have been informing millions of people about the controversial plan to build a car park in Marsh Meadow, Cookham. HEADLINES across the globe have been informing millions of people about the controversial plan to build a car
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Still growing strong after a quarter of a century
CHILDREN at Carrington Pre-School have been celebrating their 25th anniversary throughout the week. CHILDREN at Carrington Pre-School have been celebrating their 25th anniversary throughout the week. Youngsters at the school in Chapel Road, Flackwell
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A portrait of Wycombe as a younger town
A VIDEO with short films dating back to 1919 has been produced by a town history museum. A VIDEO with short films dating back to 1919 has been produced by a town history museum. Wycombe Local History and Chair Museum, in Priory Avenue, High Wycombe, has
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Festival funds old and new projects
A MILLENNIUM Festival has raised vital funds to restore a historic map. A MILLENNIUM Festival has raised vital funds to restore a historic map. The event was organised after the 125-year-old document was discovered in the vestry of St John's Church, Ashley
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Tax waste has to be challenged
M A TIMMS lambasts the Iver residents who called a meeting to demand a parish poll on the Euro (Letter, September 22 - 'Parish poll abuses freedoms'). M A TIMMS lambasts the Iver residents who called a meeting to demand a parish poll on the Euro (Letter
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Transport attack was misleading
I WAS disappointed to read the comment in Bucks Free Press, entitled 'Buses and trains are no alternative' (September 15), and the article in the Bucks Free Press Midweek entitled 'Councillors criticised' (September 19). I WAS disappointed to read the
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It could be Sir Steven Redgrave School
Great Marlow School could soon become the Sir Steven Redgrave School if the sporting hero is given a knighthood. Steve, who attended the school from 1973 to 1978, first learned to row under the guidance of an enthusiastic teacher there, Francis Smith.
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Steve's route to Olympic history
Steve Redgrave had his first taste of Olympic glory back in 1984 and 16 years later he is Britain's most successful Olympian with five consecutive gold medals under his belt. His long road to Sydney 2000 began back at Great Marlow School in 1976, when
