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Teams set to go head to head for Eden opening
HIGH Wycombe's High Street is being cleared of cars to make way for a tug-of-war competition to mark the opening of Eden. The competition has been organised by Wycombe District Council, which is hoping to get teams from Eden, the Bucks Free Press and
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Council chief: don't take away our targets
A COUNCIL chief has urged his authority to keep monitoring Government targets - even though they are about to be abolished. South Bucks District Council chief executive Chris Furness said some of the targets were "useful" despite the Government climb-down
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Half-hour parking tariff saved
PLANS to scrap half-hour parking in South Bucks have been shelved. Councillors agreed tonight not to make an hour the minimum stay for £1.10. Instead the 50p for half-hour charge will be kept at nine of South Bucks Council's 10 car parks. It
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The delivery
Usually I prefer to buy things the traditional way by using good old-fashioned cash in a shop however there are a few things that can only be obtained on the internet. Of course this poses the problem of delivery. I’m sure you already know of my feelings
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The delivery
Usually I prefer to buy things the traditional way by using good old-fashioned cash in a shop however there are a few things that can only be obtained on the internet. Of course this poses the problem of delivery. I’m sure you already know of my feelings
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On your marks for Race For Life
WYCOMBE'S women are being invited to lace up their trainers and join 750,000 ladies in Cancer Research UK's annual Race for Life. Entries for this year's event have now opened and the charity is urging women to get involved. This is the sixth time the
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Flackwell look to end losing run
FLACKWELL Heath look to end a desperate run of results when they take on Binfield tonight. The Heathens' promotion push has come to a shuddering halt with a seven-game losing run.
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Killer was "unlawfully at large" for two days
MURDERER Mohammed Mahroof Mustafa was "unlawfully at large" for two days when he killed a High Wycombe taxi driver, the Probation Service revealed today. The 21-year-old, who was today given a life sentence for stabbing cabbie Mohammed Mahroof, had been
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Pedal power put to the test in Chilterns' toughest race
CYCLISTS are warming up for the largest and toughest event of its kind in the Chilterns. The Chiltern 100 Cycling Sportives, taking place on June 1 and starting at the Misbourne School in Great Missenden, incorporates three rides - the GranFondo (107
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Legendary violin coming to Marlow
CLASSICAL music fans are being given the chance to hear a 250-year-old Stradivarius violin by candlelight. The legendary instrument, dating from 1757, will be played at a candlelit recital of Vivaldi's Four Seasons. It belongs to the Royal Academy
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Curry chefs in a pickle
CURRY houses in High Wycombe are struggling to fill their kitchens with top quality chefs because of strict immigration laws. Monsur Sumon, who has been manager at Radhuni Indian restaurant in Straight Bit, Flackwell Heath for a year, said his eatery
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Cipriani stays on bench
FOUR Wasps will start for England against France on Saturday night, but Danny Cipriani is not among them. The fly half is named among the replacement, with Phil Vickery captaining a side including club team-mates Simon Shaw, James Haskell and Paul Sackey
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Cleaning up the meths
I have recently watched a thought provoking documentary on a group of Australian crystal meth addicts. The reason for mentioning it in my blog is that the UK does not have such a major crystal meth problem – yet. By reading this blog I hope that potential
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Cleaning up the meths
I have recently watched a thought provoking documentary on a group of Australian crystal meth addicts. The reason for mentioning it in my blog is that the UK does not have such a major crystal meth problem – yet. By reading this blog I hope that potential
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Judge: "You acknowledge the terrible consequences of your actions."
THIS is what Judge Christopher Tyrer told Mohammed Mahroof Mustafa when he was sentenced today at Reading Crown Court: "Mohammed Mahroof Mustafa. You are 21 years of age. "The Jury has found you guilty of the murder of Mohammed Mahroof. He was a
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Residents blast student flats
A NEW artist's impression shows the revised plans for the controversial proposed student housing development at Bucks New University in Hughenden Avenue, High Wycombe. Residents are still critical of the appearance, however - one saying that it looks
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Councillors sign petition to scrap Heathrow plans
ONE hundred politicians have thrown their weight behind a petition calling on the Government to scrap plans to expand Heathrow Airport. Three of the signatures came from members of South Bucks District Council, who joined forces with MP's, MEP's, members
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Joseph set to end 26-year-wait
LIAM Joseph is just three rounds away from becoming the first Marlow boxer to win a national title for 26 years. The 13-year-old reached the final of the National Golden Gloves competition and is now hoping to emulate the achievements of Bertie James
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And the winners are...
THE votes have been cast and this year's Bride of the Year couple, announced on Sunday at the Bellhouse Hotel Wedding Fayre, is Chettina Fenech and Alex Masters. Chettina wins a £500 voucher from Ellie Sanderson, Beaconsfield, for bridalwear, while
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Readers' fury at cat kicked to death
BUCKS Free Press readers have described the thugs who kicked a cat to death in a house burglary as "lowlife scum" and "despicable". Comments left on this website have shown the shock and anger at the attack, which took place when a High Wycombe house
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22 years minimum jail for taxi driver's murderer
MURDERER Mohammed Mahroof Mustafa was sentenced to a minimum of 22 years in prison today for stabbing a taxi driver to death. The 21-year-old from Mentmore Road, High Wycombe, appeared at Reading Crown Court this morning to be sentenced for the murder
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Protest over flats plan
WORRIED parents have been signing a petition to stop the building of two blocks of flats that they fear will put their children in jeopardy. Planning applications have been submitted to Chiltern District Council to build a three storey block containing
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Baby Bible Bashers was a hell of a frightening show
AS I tuned in, full of trepidation, to Channel 4's Baby Bible Bashers on Thursday night I was really hoping I would witness nothing more than toddlers in their high chairs banging the good book on their tray demanding more milk. Well aware that you probably
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Future plans for the Rye and Holywell Mead on show
FUTURE development ideas for the Rye and Holywell Mead over the next decade are open to residents' opinions this week. A draft management plan, drawn up by Wycombe District Council, sets out the history of the park, it's current state and a range of
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Don't forget the nature reserve
CONSERVATIONISTS have released a book to remind people living in south Bucks that Holtspur has a thriving and popular nature reserve. Holtspur Bank Local Nature Reserve', was unveiled in Beaconsfield last week by supporters and local councillors who
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A week of lessons on climate change
A BUCKS SCHOOL has devoted a week to teach its youngsters more about their role in the fight against climate change. The Beacon School, in Chesham Bois, held a green week', with the environment being the theme of all lessons during that week. The
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Who cares how old the pub is?
I FIND the spat over which is the oldest pub in south Bucks mildly amusing. Indeed I seriously wonder if anyone outside the immediate protagonists actually gives a fig. The row between the Royal Standard of England at Forty Green and the Red Lion in
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Villain to hero for Blues skipper
BLUES skipper David McCracken went from villain to hero, scoring the winner as Wycombe boosted their promotion hopes with victory over Rotherham United on Saturday. The centre half whose blunder cost Blues victory at Bury four days earlier, headed the
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Lewsey gives Asthon another reminder
ENGLAND coach Brian Ashton, who names his team for France later today, must have winced on Saturday as he watched discarded World Cup winner Josh Lewsey continue his electric form with two tries in Wasps' epic 42-34 win against Bath. Coach Shaun Edwards
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Shopping scam targeting the elderly
THAME residents have been warned to be on their guard after a new shopping scam has targeted elderly people. The alert comes after several incidents involving telephone calls from someone claiming to work for South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC)
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Residents asked to shape village's future
PEOPLE in Bourne End are being asked to come together and help shape the future of their village. A special meeting was held tonight to discuss the Bourne End Healthcheck and try and encourage more people to join the group to take the project forward
