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Drugs crackdown leads to four arrests

A major crackdown by Thames Valley Police on drugs in south Bucks saw four people arrested across Gerrards Cross, Beaconsfield, and Iver. Read

Extra police to try and ensure a crime-free Chiltern Christmas

Police officers, Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) and Special Constables will be out in force this Christmas to ensure that residents in the Chilterns have a safe and enjoyable Christmas. Read

See the latest Buckinghamshire Advertiser

For all the latest news in your area pick up this week's Buckinghamshire Advertiser on sale from Thursday, December 18. Read

Pensioner to battle Gerrards Cross Waitrose plans

A pensioner is planning on fighting Waitrose's application to build a supermarket in Gerrards Cross because he believes the store will block access to properties he owns. Read

Beaconsfield Subway decision imminent

Subway in Beaconsfield has backed down on its plans to open until 3am just days before South Bucks District Council consider their license application. Read

St James Rector swapping Gerrards Cross for Kensington

Reverend Canon Paul Williams, the current Rector of St James’ Church, in Gerrards Cross, will leave his post after being given the esteemed position of the new Bishop of Kensington in London. Read

Senior cop warns of bogus taxis this Christmas

Revellers have been advised to avoid using unlicensed taxis this festive season. Read

Shed pounds and raise money for Scannappeal

If your New Year Resolution is going to be to lose weight, then Scannappeal are inviting you to shed lbs and raise money for cancer patients in South Bucks. Read

Bucks County Council to raise 2009 council tax by four per cent

Bucks County Council drew up their budget plans for 2009 this week which will see them increase council tax by nearly four per cent – the equivalent of £39.74 a year for a Band D property. Read

Judge releases new footage in Spindles Farm trial

Previously unseen pictures and video footage of horses allegedly left to starve on family-run Spindles Farm in Amersham were released by a court this week. Read

Fears over Chalfont St Giles off-licence application

Residents of Chalfont St Giles have reacted angrily to an application for an off-licence in St Giles Walk, High Street, arguing that it will encourage anti-social behaviour and damage trade for other businesses. Read

Chalfont St Giles Junior School Christmas fair

Pupils from Chalfont St Giles Junior School celebrated the festive season with their very own Christmas fair. Read

Buckinghamshire County Council offer funding to stroke victims

Residents who have suffered a stroke, and their carers, will soon benefit from a new funding initiative by Buckinghamshire County Council that will enable local community groups to help people by offering practical advice and support. Read

Thames Valley Police warn residents about illegal Christmas presents

Thames Valley Police are urging parents to think carefully before buying mini motos and petrol-driven go-peds for their children this Christmas. Read

River Misbourne under threat say Chiltern Society

The Chiltern Society has warned that the River Misbourne could be lost forever after its plight was ignored by the Environment Agency. Read

Give a pet a stable home this Christmas

The South Bucks branch of the RSPCA has called for people who seriously want to give a pet a home as they continue their good work to rehome abandoned pets this Christmas. Read

Lovel End Nursery earn 'outstanding' Ofsted

Lovel End Nursery is celebrating after passing a surprise Ofsted visit with flying colours. Read

Driver jailed for death of woman on A413

A dangerous driver who caused the death of 31-year-old Samah Suliman on the A413 was sentenced to 15 months imprisonment at Aylesbury Crown Court. Read

Driver jailed for death of woman in Gerrards Cross

A dangerous driver who caused the death of 31-year-old Samah Suliman in Gerrards Cross was sentenced to 15 months imprisonment at Aylesbury Crown Court. Read

Find out who wins our Tesco Christmas lunch competition

The winner of our bumper Tesco Christmas lunch giveaway including a festive feast with all the trimmings has been revealed. Read