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bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
Sue Craigs Erwin captured the lively moment a mallard duck flapped its wings in the shallows, its emerald head and vibrant plumage shimmering in the sunlight. Chris Cheney submitted two stunning shots of a cormorant balancing on a riverside branch. With wings stretched wide in one image and neatly folded in the next, the bird appears both powerful and poised.
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1 week ago | 
bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
Lorna Collins, from near Amersham, is raising awareness this Action for Brain Injury (ABI) week about the difference between her good days versus her bad days as part of Headway’s campaign. Headway, a charity supporting those with brain injuries, has launched this year’s campaign titled On a Good Day, which aims to raise awareness of the unpredictable nature of living with brain injury.
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1 week ago | 
bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
Chiltern Open Air Museum was highly commended at the Museum + Heritage Awards, an international event celebrating excellence in the cultural sector. The ceremony took place on Thursday, May 15, at Hilton Park Lane, London. The museum, located in Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, secured second place in the Visitor Accessibility Award category.
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1 week ago | 
bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
A Night at the Musicals, featuring acclaimed West End performer Luke McCall, offered guests a blend of entertainment and fine dining. The evening began with a theatrical-themed cocktail and nibbles, setting the tone for the event. Attendees were later treated to a specially prepared two-course dinner by The Ivy’s chefs.
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1 week ago | 
bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
Gian Chand (Image: Care UK) Two High Wycombe care home residents, aged 100 and 101, have revealed their secrets to a long and happy life. The centenarian celebrations took place at Catherine Court, on Cressex Road, when Gian Chand turned 100, and Mary Potter turned 101. Reflecting on their combined 201 years of knowledge, Mary and Gian agreed that the secret to longevity is staying active, avoiding alcohol and smoking, and never giving up—but also enjoying occasional treats.
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1 week ago | 
bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
The event, organised by the Weston Turville Christian Aid Group, took place in the grounds of the Manor House in Buckinghamshire. It featured a children's treasure hunt and music by the Star Flutes Ensemble, the Chiltern Handbell Ringers, and the Weston Turville School Pop Choir. David Blackmore, the organiser, was pleased with the turnout despite the competition from a certain football match.
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1 week ago | 
bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
Rain, an 11-month-old Bernese mountain dog, was rushed to Davies Veterinary Specialists in Hertfordshire after falling ill with the life-threatening condition. Tetanus, caused by a toxin from infected wounds, affects the nervous system, leading to muscle spasms and stiffness. Danielle Eldridge, Rain's owner from High Wycombe, shared her ordeal, highlighting the dog's deteriorating condition before receiving emergency care.
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1 week ago | 
bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
Two baby lambs bring joy to care home residents (Image: Barchester) Two baby lambs brought joy and happiness to residents at Shelburne Lodge Care Home. Residents and staff were reportedly filled with joy during the visit by the two two-week-old lambs named Mary and Molly. The animals provided entertainment to all, with the mischievous one receiving the most cuddles and the other peacefully falling asleep in residents' arms.
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1 week ago | 
bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
Daisies for breakfast: A roe deer’s peaceful morning caught on camera (Image: Lesley Tilson) Lesley Tilson has beautifully captured a serene moment in nature with her latest photograph, showing a roe deer delicately nibbling among a patch of daisies. The image, shared in the Bucks Free Press Camera Club, highlights the calm charm of early summer mornings, as the deer peers curiously from behind the flowers, surrounded by lush greenery.
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1 week ago | 
bucksfreepress.co.uk | Elizabeth Scott
The event will take place at Chiltern Open Air Museum on May 31 and June 1. The museum, located in Buckinghamshire, will be transformed into a historical spectacle with more than 15 cavalry horses also part of the scene. The Napoleonic Association will bring military encampments to life, offering visitors a glimpse into the lives of Wellington, Blucher, and Napoleon's armies. The re-enactors will share stories of the men and women who kept the armies fed, clothed, and marching.
