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Health agency warns of rise in norovirus cases and how to stop it spreading across Buckinghamshire
People in Buckinghamshire are urged by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) to take simple steps to help stop the spread of norovirus, as cases increase.
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Callum’s Column: Building futures, not just houses
Following my election to Parliament, one of the first articles I wrote for The Bucks Herald set out my position on housebuilding: why it matters, and why Buckinghamshire needs more homes. I stand by every word. I have always supported housebuilding. Indeed, I stood on a manifesto that promised 1.5 m...
Gut Wealth 25% off ends soon – last chance to save (aff)
Gut Wealth’s 25% introductory discount runs until March 8. The orange-flavoured digestive supplement with 900+ reviews is currently reduced for new customers – but the limited-time offer expires soon.
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Concerns raised with plans to replace Bucks property with apartments
Concerns have been raised with plans to bulldoze a Chesham Bois home for four-bed house and five flats, as it goes before a council committee.
Council authorises £200k traffic safety improvement scheme in Amersham
Buckinghamshire Council has approved plans to spend £200,000 of taxpayer-funded cash on new traffic restrictions in Amersham.
Special guests in Stoke Mandeville as Flame lighting ceremony marks countdown to 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
Stoke Mandeville Stadium welcomed a host of special guests, including current and retired Paralympic athletes, for a ceremony to mark the start of the countdown to this year’s Paralympic Winter Games.
Fundraiser launched to get Aylesbury boy with Benjamin Button-like condition cycling again
A fundraiser has been launched to support a boy with a life-limiting condition from Aylesbury.
Hemel Hempstead and Tring businesses pass police's underage drinking test
Businesses in Hemel Hempstead and Tring did not fail an underage drinking test set up by Hertfordshire Constabulary.
Countdown to 2026 Winter Paralympics begins with flame lighting ceremony in Stoke Mandeville
The countdown to the Milan Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games began with a flame lighting ceremony at Stoke Mandeville Stadium today.
Paralympic torch lit at Stoke Mandeville Stadium: a ceremony summary
After being lit by Paralympians Millie Knight and Andrea Macri, the torch will now begin its 2000 kilometer relay route all the way to Verona, Italy.
Well-known blind artist completes fundraising walk across Aylesbury Vale
A blind painter from Buckinghamshire completed his fundraising walk across Aylesbury Vale to raise awareness around sight loss.
Introducing All About Animals: A new column for Bucks animal lovers (and we want to hear from you!)
Hello and welcome to All About Animals, a new column that shines a light on the animal issues near and far that should matter to us all.
Buckinghamshire council removes link to pornography website on its webpage
Buckinghamshire Council has removed a link from its website that led users to a pornography website.
Buckinghamshire MP says 220-home development will 'destroy' green belt land
Controversial plans to build 220 homes in Widmer End have been met with fierce opposition from residents and politicians.
Suspected shoplifter arrested in Aylesbury town centre
A suspected shoplifter has been arrested in Aylesbury town centre and charged by Thames Valley Police.
Man arrested for alleged 'outstanding' shoplifting crimes in town centre
A man has been arrested for allegedly breaching a community order, along with shoplifting in Aylesbury.
Stoke Mandeville to Ignite Paralympic Spirit Ahead of Milano Cortina 2026
The Paralympic Flame will be lit today (Tuesday 24 February) at Stoke Mandeville, the symbolic heart of the Paralympic Movement, marking the beginning of the journey toward the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.
Wendover Community Awards 2026 open for nominations
Nominations have opened for the 2026 Community Awards celebrating the contributions of residents, volunteers and businesses in Wendover.
Golf club changes linked to Wycombe Wanderers' academy plans spark uproar
Plans to slash a popular 18-hole golf course in half have sparked uproar among residents, players and families.
Man pulled down trousers in public and threatened to burn down house
A man has avoided jail after he pulled his trousers down in public and threatened to burn down a house.