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First look as popular store returns to Aylesbury shopping centre better than ever
A popular store has returned to Friars Square shopping centre in Aylesbury and it is better than ever, promising a ‘bigger selection’ for customers.
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Several works taking place in Aston Clinton while Aylesbury cycle bridge repairs continue
The full list of weekly roadworks has been published by the council and there are a number of schemes around Aylesbury to be mindful of.
Aylesbury’s missing Mayoral portraits – Can you help us complete the collection?
The Town Hall is home to a fascinating collection of historical and modern artworks. These include paintings of former Mayors dating back to the early 20th century. But the collection isn’t yet complete – and this is where you might be able to help the Council find the missing Mayoral portraits!
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Inspirational Aylesbury woman 'living life to the fullest' 13 years on from incurable stage 4 cancer diagnosis
An inspirational woman from Aylesbury is ‘living life to the fullest’ as she continues to work, ride horses, take part in community groups and even volunteer at Stoke Mandeville’s cancer unit despite having been diagnosed with incurable stage 4 cancer 13 years ago.
Latest Bucks Council Roadworks
Bucks Council have issued this update on upcoming roadworks. They say it's part of a rolling programme of countywide work and some activities are extremely weather dependent, therefore dates shown are subject to change at short notice.
Worries grow as schoolboy, 15, is reported missing
Worries are increasing after a 15-year-old boy from Aylesbury was reported missing.
Bucks Council's adult social care services rated 'Good' in latest official inspection
Bucks Council’s adult social care and support services have been rated as ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission.
Motion launched calling for Bucks Council to address water and sewage systems after series of major incidents
A motion has been submitted to Bucks Council calling for it to address the county’s current water systems.
World Emoji Day: 10 emojis used differently between generations - and what they mean to Gen Z
The 💀 emoji may be more amused than menacing, depending on who sent it
UPDATE: A418 Oxford Road/ Aylesbury Road - Road Reopening Expected Early Next Week
UPDATE: Thames Water have now fixed the leak and will start work to reinstate the road today, with a view to being able to re-open it early next week (if not earlier).
Police issue warning as Thames Valley residents lose £2m in courier fraud scams
Residents throughout Thames Valley are being warned after new data reveals victims in the region lost £2m to a specific type of fraud.
Bucks Golfer Tees Up for England in European Young Masters
England Golf has named its four-player team for the European Young Masters, which includes Buckinghamshire's 15 year old, Ellie Lichtenhein.
Vape laws that could catch you out on your summer holidays this year - see the full list
Vaping rules abroad could catch you out this summer 🚭
WWII veteran who ate custard everyday dies 10 days after 106th birthday
A Buckinghamshire man who recently celebrated his 106th birthday and credited his longevity to eating custard every day has died.
'Rapidly spreading' Bucks farm fire sees emergency services rush to the scene
A 'large' farm fire saw firefighters rush to the scene after police spotted it 'rapidly spreading' towards buildings in Ludgershall near Aylesbury.
MP Demands Answers Over Prolonged Water Outage in Winslow and Nearby Villages
Buckingham and Bletchley MP Callum Anderson has publicly criticised Anglian Water over what he describes as a "deeply concerning" water supply outage affecting Winslow and surrounding villages.
Major flooded Bucks A-road to close for 10 days after multiple water main burst
A413 between Aylesbury and Amersham is set to remain close for 10 days due to flooding after a water mains burst.
New Parking Initiative Puts Motorists in the Driving Seat Across Buckinghamshire
Motorists parking in Buckinghamshire’s council-run car parks or on-street chargeable bays will soon be able to control over how they pay, due to a new digital initiative being rolled out this month.
Repeat Aggressive Begging – Aylesbury Town Centre: Police Appeal for Public Help
The Aylesbury Town Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team has issued an alert following a rise in aggressive begging incidents across the town centre, some of which have escalated into public order offences.
Bucks-Based National Paralympic Heritage Trust Celebrates a Decade of Impact
The National Paralympic Heritage Trust (NPHT) has marked ten transformative years since its founding — a decade of preserving, celebrating and expanding the legacy of the Paralympic Movement, born right here in Buckinghamshire.