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More than 200 XL bully dogs will be destroyed this year, reports charities

Animal charities have warned that at least 246 XL bully dogs will be euthanised following the government's ban coming into force this year. It comes as dogs homed with RSPCA, Blue Cross, Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, Dogs Trust and Mayhew could

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'It's just pure fun': Friends launch playing cards pack based on local landmarks

A jam jar, a pint of beer and a cow are among the quirky illustrations in a set of unique playing cards devised by two friends to showcase the local landmarks and hidden gems of a Buckinghamshire town. Emma Sweet, who lives just outside of Marlow

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'Incredibly proud': Bucks retirement home named among best in the UK

A retirement home in Buckinghamshire has received a gold award at a ceremony dubbed the ‘Oscars’ of the UK house-building industry. Peel Lodge on Dean Street in Marlow, a facility operated by the Churchill Retirement Living group, was among the

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Boos are heard as Wycombe lose at home to bottom-of-the-table Reading

Wycombe Wanderers made it six league games without a win as they lost 2-1 at home to bottom-side Reading at Adams Park. The result, which secured the Royals’ first away league victory since November 2022, saw the Chairboys perform in a passive

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Professor from Bucks warns of rise in middle-class shoplifters

An accomplished professor from Buckinghamshire said a spike in shoplifting in the UK is partly due to a rise in middle-class shoplifters.  Emmeline Taylor, professor of criminology at City, University of London, is a pretty reputable authority

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Police arrest driver and passenger after car theft in Bucks

A driver and passenger were arrested by police in a Buckinghamshire town after they were stopped in a stolen vehicle. Thames Valley Police arrested two individuals after stopping a stolen car in Gerrards Cross on Thursday, November 23. Officers

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Bucks woman 'excited' to open pop-up shop for handmade crafts

A small business owner from Buckinghamshire is preparing to sell handmade crafts and accessories from her first pop-up shop - opening just in time for Christmas. Sarah Orpin, a Buckinghamshire-based crafter and designer, founded her small business

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Dog owners warned of winter risks as temperatures set to plummet

Dog owners have been warned about some of the dangers around when walking their dogs this month, as temperatures are set to plummet. Temperatures have fallen across much of the UK and the first widespread frost across the majority of the UK is

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News website BuckinghamshireLive to shut down as publisher announces job cuts

Publisher Reach has announced it is closing local news provider BuckinghamshireLive as the company plans to cut 450 jobs.  The website, which covers High Wycombe and surrounding areas, will cease publishing on Thursday, November 30, according to

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Live updates at Adams Park: Wycombe Wanderers 1-2 Reading - All over as Chairboys lose

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Police search for escaped prisoner last seen in Bucks town

Police are searching for an escaped prisoner who failed to return to a facility after being granted temporary leave in a Buckinghamshire town.  Mark Powell, 35, failed to return to His Majesty's Prison Springhill in Grendon Underwood, Aylesbury

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'It was magical!': Bucks town celebrates Christmas with 'fantastic' lights switch-on

Hundreds flocked to a Buckinghamshire High Street for a 'magical' Christmas lights switch-on event hosted by a local novelist who said he was 'hugely honoured' to lead the festive charge.  With Christmas just one month away, it's officially the

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Eight drivers in court recently for breaking important laws

EIGHT drivers from across Buckinghamshire have been in court recently for breaking important driving laws. From speeding to using their mobile phone while driving, here are some drivers who have been in court: - A WOMAN has been fined after

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Marlow Nostalgia: 'Demon drink' abstainers of Marlow's Temperance Society

'Demon drink' abstainers: Only one smile is visible. I am writing this before last week's page is printed but I am guessing that the comment about Marlow's Temperance Society (The Band of Hope) will result in a few queries. It certainly did some

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Marlow Film Studios founder takes seat in House of Lords

A co-founder of the proposed Marlow Film Studios development has taken his seat in the House of Lords after winning an all-male aristocratic by-election. William Stonor, now Lord Camoys, will sit as a Conservative peer in the House of Lords after

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Police issue over 60 tickets for driving offences on productive day in Bucks

Over 60 drivers were ticketed for offences including using a mobile phone and not wearing a seatbelt as part of a police crackdown on motoring offences in Buckinghamshire. Thames Valley Police officers from South Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes

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Students in Bucks achieve HIGHEST A-level results in the South East

Pupils at Buckinghamshire schools and colleges achieved the highest average A-level results in the South East, new figures show. Across England, the average point score for 2022-23 was lower than the previous academic year, which was expected due

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Calling all Doctor Who fans - see the 12 most popular filming locations to visit

Doctor Who is celebrating its 60th anniversary with three special episodes this November – it first began back in 1963 on BBC One and originally ran for 26 series until 1989. Since then, the ‘Whoniverse’ has taken over our TV screens over the years

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'Rotting' footbridge needs total replacement due to deterioration

A ROTTING wooden footbridge which runs from Medmenham to the Thames riverbank needs total replacement due to deterioration. Medmenham Parish Council has appealed to local residents, businesses, Thames swimmers, and river-walk enthusiasts for financial

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Families can meet Santa and raise funds for vital charity

A CHRISTMAS market with a difference will be taking place this weekend with families welcome to soak up the festive atmosphere. Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is putting on a spectacular Christmas market in Saunderton on November 25 and November

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Love Island Farmer Will reveals his love for Buckinghamshire

AN EXCLUSIVE behind-the-scenes tour of a Love Island star's farm has revealed his love for the Bucks countryside. Will Young, best known for being on Series 9 of Love Island, has given an exclusive interview following the release of his new book

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Tap dancers take on Guinness World Record challenge

Buckinghamshire dancers took part in a nationwide tap dancing challenge. Dancers from the Maggie Monk School of Dance in Chesham attempted to break the Guinness World Record for the largest number of simultaneous tap dancers. Junior and adult

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Cliveden House named as the best place to take your canine companion

Cliveden House has been recognised as one of the leading dog-friendly hotels in Buckinghamshire. Conde Nast Traveller has rounded up the most smart dog-friendly hotels in the UK that go the extra mile. Cliveden overlooks the River Thames and

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Russell Grant's Horoscopes - What does it say for Saturday, November 25?

Here is what Russell Grant has had to say this week. Aries  Time spent putting financial affairs in good order is not time wasted. Any on-going disputes or disagreements concerning shared finances will be sorted to your liking. This is a good

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Planning round-up: Ariana Grande film set to be removed, new road and paintballing

The set of a film starring Ariana Grande could be removed from a Buckinghamshire village under a new planning application. This is just one of the many applications submitted to or validated by Buckinghamshire Council during the past seven days