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Question our rulers
RECENTLY, I read a fascinating letter in BFP criticising someone who complained about the state of our roads. The letter said that a questionnaire was sent by the council to local residents asking where they wanted money spent and the suggestion
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Beware of bogus callers, warns water company
A WATER company serving parts of the Buckinghamshire area has asked its customers to be extra vigilant after reports of a bogus caller demanding payments from customers on its behalf. The caller, claiming to be from Veolia Water or a collection
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Police renew call for public help after takeaway assault
POLICE are still appealing for help from the public following an alleged assault outside a takeaway shop in High Wycombe which has left a man in critical condition. At around 1.55am on Sunday, July 29, the 22-year-old man was found with head injuries
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Out of control hedge endangers cyclists on £278k path
IT IS not quite yet the Day of the Triffids but an out of control hedge is threatening to make a £278,000 cycle path too perilous to use, concerned residents say. The bushes may not be taking the world, like in the 1960s movie, but they are close
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Wasps to unveil new stars under Italian sun
WASPS play their first pre-season match of the new campaign in Italy tonight, with a raft of new faces in the squad. Fly half Stephen Jones is probably the biggest name in tonight’s friendly against Treviso. The Welsh ten signed from Scarlets
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"We owe the gaffer one on Saturday"
RICHARD Logan says he and his Wanderers team-mates owe manager Gary Waddock a performance after a poor showing against Brentford. Blues ended their pre-season campaign with their worst result and performance as they slumped to a 4-1 defeat to the
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Sandi Toksvig talks to Freetime about her return to stand-up
WHEN I heard Sandi Toksvig pick up at the other end of the phone and say hello, I instantly felt nervous. There is something about her recognisable voice, which makes me quake in my boots but there really was no need to worry. Her easy charm and
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Sainsbury's deal saves family business from closure
A FAMILY-run supermarket in Gerrards Cross said a deal struck with Sainsbury’s has saved it from closure. Fisher’s has been trading in Packhorse Road since 1970 and has negotiated a deal for Sainsbury’s to take over two-thirds of its
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Resident wants bed firm to cut back bushes
A CARPENTER believes bed firm Dreams should keep better care of the bushes around a car park Loudwater. Andy Dixon, 54, neighbours one of the firm’s car parks off Knaves Beech Way and believes the bushes and grass next to the River Wye have
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Murray: Watching Katherine Grainger inspired me
ANDY Murray won the greatest match of his career after being inspired by Katherine Grainger two days earlier. Murray trounced Roger Federer to win tennis gold last Sunday afternoon, just weeks after losing to the Swiss in the Wimbledon final.
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The Falcon in High Wycombe
Name: Jim Bryceland Age: 53 Address: Castlefield, High Wycombe Pub: The Falcon, High Wycombe High Street Job: Builder How long have you been coming here? Since 1978. What do you usually drink? A pint of Fosters. I like a cold
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Beaconsfield to commemorate poet's time in town
TOWNSFOLK are set to celebrate 100 years since the arrival of American poet Robert Frost in Beaconsfield. A special event on Saturday, September 15 will mark the centenary of Frost coming to live in the town with his wife and four children.
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Entertainer to perform at Olympic closing ceremony
AN ENTERTAINER who regularly performs in Cookham and south Bucks is set to star in the Olympic closing ceremony. While many may dread the end to the sporting spectacle Sarah Chakaveh, 21, who works for Sima’s Action Kids is excitedly looking forward
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2-for1 London Dungeon tickets in today's BFP
DON’T miss today’s Bucks Free Press for a fantastic two-for-one offer for The London Dungeon as well as your usual round-up of the news and sport in your area. We have the latest triumphs and heartaches of our local Olympians in London 2012 in
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This week's gig guide
All gigs start at 9pm unless otherwise stated Fri 10th # Kieron Cox (Acoustic classics) @ The Rifle Butts, London Road, Wycombe 01494-533740 # The Heartbeats (Rock’n’Roll) + DJ Jivin George @ Hedsor Social club, Hedsor Road, Bourne End;
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Bloomfield relishing meeting 'icon' Zola
MATT Bloomfield is looking forward to pitting himself against a man he calls a football icon tomorrow. Former Chelsea and Italy legend Gianfranco Zola is now in charge at Watford after the Hornets controversially gave the boot to former boss Sean
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Getting back in shape after the holiday indulgence
PAUL Sawyer, a personal trainer to the stars, gives Bucks Free Press readers regular tips to stay fit and healthy. The former pro-cricketer for England, explains how it’s easy to get back in shape after a holiday blow-out. Paul's client list
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Sainsbury's set to move into GX
ANOTHER supermarket chain has announced plans to move into Gerrards Cross – with a 100-year-old family business set to be downsized to make way for the store. Sainsbury’s has struck a deal with Fisher’s to take over most of its Packhorse Road
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Benefit fraud referee jailed
A FOOTBALL referee who falsely claimed nearly £20,000 in disability benefits while continuing to oversee matches has been sent to prison. David Adams' claims he would officiate matches from the centre circle and would walk to deal with incidents
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Planning applications for August 8
To view Wycombe applications click here, for Chiltern applications click here and for South Bucks applications click here. You must accept the terms and conditions to proceed. Wycombe District Council: Installation of lockable and removeable
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Mini Olympics tonight in Marlow
A MINI Olympics is taking place this evening at Marlow Sports Club in Pound Lane, which is open to all. The event, for children and adults, starts at 6.30pm. For more information call Emma Hellewell on 07881297 776.
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Grainger uncertain about Rio 2016
NOW she has had a taste for it, Katherine Grainger might not want to give up the Games just yet. Even though she will be 40 when the next Olympic Games come along, the Marlow rowing sensation has refused to rule out competing at her fifth Olympics
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Fire chiefs announce record savings of £2m
FIRE chiefs say the service provided by the Bucks brigade continues to improve - despite making savings of nearly £2 million last year. Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority said the record savings from the £29.4m budget
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London 2012 Olympics live coverage: Day 14
9:35pm MEDAL ALERT! He set out for gold and has been the centre of the selection storm - but Walthamstow's Lutalo Muhammad has just landed a bronze medal after a stunning victory in the 3rd place match of the
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Top five things to do this weekend
1.MEET the Saxons and Vikings in their camp as they cook, work and practice their fighting at the Chiltern Open Air Museum in Chalfont St Giles this weekend. On Saturday and Sunday at 11.30am there will be a Weapons Demonstration and Skirmish, at
