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Richie Anderson died from brain injury after motorbike crash
An inquest opening on November 9 heard that former youth footballer Richie Junior Anderson died from a traumatic brain injury after a motorbike crash at Flackwell Heath Moto Park on September 19. The 23-year-old…
Familiar foes Wycombe Wanderers to host MK Dons in FA Cup second round
Wycombe Wanderers will host MK Dons in the FA Cup second round next month, renewing a Buckinghamshire rivalry between the League One sides. The clubs have met 20 times, with MK Dons winning nine, Wycombe six and five…
High Wycombe castle plagued by arson and fly-tipping
Desborough Castle in High Wycombe has faced years of anti-social behaviour, including fly-tipping, drug use, discarded needles, arson and illegal motorbike dumping, its manager says. Chiltern Rangers, which leases and…
Fifty Wycombe High students explore Iceland on school trip
Fifty students from Wycombe High School recently traveled to Iceland for an educational geography trip during the October half-term. The students explored the country's unique natural landscapes, including witnessing an…
M40 was closed after vehicle fire near High Wycombe
The M40 motorway was closed in both directions between junction four at High Wycombe and junction five at Stokenchurch following a severe vehicle fire on Thursday afternoon. Three fire crews from Buckinghamshire Fire…
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Huddersfield Town game postponed at request of club as new date sought
Huddersfield Town’s League One match against Wycombe Wanderers, originally scheduled for November 14, has been postponed. The club requested the postponement due to international call-ups for players Derensili Sanches…
High Wycombe areas top Buckinghamshire crime hotspot list
New police data for September identifies two areas of High Wycombe as the highest crime hotspots in Buckinghamshire. Central High Wycombe recorded 95 incidents, while a second area covering Oxford Street and surrounding…
Audi involved in crash left along Station Road in Loudwater
A crash-damaged white Audi has been left abandoned on the pavement of Station Road in Loudwater, causing concern among local residents. Thames Valley Police confirmed the vehicle was reported on November 4 but noted…
Weeks of delays as major High Wycombe road closes overnight
Drivers in High Wycombe face weeks of overnight disruption due to road resurfacing works on the A404 Amersham Road. The closures, which run from 8pm to 6am, will continue until November 20. Diversions are in place, and…
Happy Union pub Loudwater demolition takes place
Demolition work has commenced at the former Happy Union pub in Loudwater, which closed in 2021. The site is being cleared to facilitate its conversion into a 16-bedroom house in multiple occupation (HMO). The project…
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Wycombe - Delays after crash in Loudwater
Heavy traffic delays have been reported in Loudwater following a road traffic collision. Motorists are facing significant queuing as authorities manage the scene. Local reports indicate that the incident is causing…
'We shouldn't have to live in fear'
Residents in High Wycombe are reporting significant distress due to ongoing antisocial behaviour involving groups of youths setting off fireworks in their street. The couple, who requested anonymity, expressed concerns…
Wycombe continue fine run under Tom Hounsell by beating Burton
Wycombe continued their impressive form under new manager Tom Hounsell with a 2-0 victory over Burton at Adams Park. Goals from Jayden Wareham and Cauley Woodrow secured the win, marking just one defeat in nine league…