Farmer to walk Pennine Way for charity
A South Oxfordshire farmer will not plough a lonely furrow on his 268 mile trek for charity as he will be joined by members of his family. Farmer Mark Wiseman, who has worked at Cumber Farms in Marcham...
View ArticlePalace run raises thousands
West Oxfordshire echoed to the pitter-patter of more than 2,000 people who took to the grounds of Blenheim Palace to raise money for a variety of good causes. Many local and national charities were...
View ArticleCurtain up on new look for theatre
Performers in North Oxfordshire will no longer hear the creaks of chairs or squeaky floorboards during shows. Renovation works are due to take place this summer to revamp the Theatre Chipping Norton’s...
View ArticleAutism group boosted by grant from village’s community fund
A community group has received a large grant to help make a difference for families with children with special educational needs. Bicester Autism/ADHD has been awarded £3,900 from the Bicester Village...
View ArticleNeighbours to have their say on garden village plan
West Oxfordshire residents are to be consulted after developers pushed forward with plans to bring an entire new village to the district. Plans for developer Grosvenor Britain & Ireland’s...
View ArticleChildren bitten by dog near a travellers’ camp
Police patrols have been increased in Witney after dogs near a travellers’ site bit three people. A 13-year-old boy and eight-year-old girl are among those bitten after a camp was set up at the site...
View ArticleOxford voted third worst station by passengers
Many frustrated commuters frequently waiting for trains at Oxford station will be saying ‘I told you so’. Oxford Rail Station has been named the third worst train station in England, according to data...
View ArticleExtra help for search and rescue team
Search and rescue operations in Oxfordshire have been given a boost with the donation of a new incident control vehicle. The van has been fully operational for two months and has already assisted in...
View ArticleTime for tea – paw out some support for needy pets
Local animal lovers are invited to join the team at Blue Cross in Burford for tea and cake to raise money to help homeless, unwanted and injured pets. The team of Blue Cross staff and volunteers...
View ArticleMan charged after gunshots fired in city centre stand-off
A man has been charged with a series of offences after a 14-hour stand-off between a gunman and armed police ended ‘peacefully’ in Oxford. Duncan Shearman, 24, of Paradise Square, has been charged with...
View ArticleHands up for fun in the sun
Eat me and drink me would have been appropriate phrases at Oxford’s Westgate rooftop terrace at the weekend as it took on an Alice in Wonderland theme. Young visitors enjoyed an interactive...
View ArticleHarwell plan for affordable homes for future scientists
A new town the size of 60 football pitches with 1,000 new homes could be built at Harwell Campus. The science campus, near Didcot, recently unveiled details about its plans to develop more ‘wonderful...
View ArticleAll aboard for railway fans
A conductor – complete with hat – kept a close watch as hundreds of train buffs enjoyed a model railway exhibition in Wallingford. Cholsey and Wallingford Railway recently hosted the hands-on event for...
View ArticleLights, camera, action after Abbey Hall cinema approval
Abingdon film-fans will be spoilt for choice from July as the Abbey Hall’s immediate future is confirmed, while the historic Guildhall opens for hire. On going discussions with the Regal Cinema came to...
View ArticleQuarry in Prime position thanks to award
A South Oxfordshire quarry dug deep to scoop a top industry accolade last month. Grundon Sand & Gravel in Faringdon was awarded Professional Recognition in Mineral Extraction (PRIME) status by the...
View ArticleMeet Cotswold’s coiffured camel
This stylish little madam has arguably the best hairdo in West Oxfordshire. Bactrian camel calf Elsa is the latest addition to Cotswold Wildlife Park and she is set to impress visitors with her good...
View ArticleOxford United coaching tips give pupils amazing chances
More than 40 students with special needs scored the chance of a lifetime to train with professional coaches from Oxford United. Students from community special school Mabel Prichard, Blackbird Leys,...
View ArticleCampaigners show support for people ‘treated like criminals’
Campaigners took to the centre of Oxford last week to rally in support of the Windrush generation. More than 100 people gathered at Carfax Tower in protest of how those who travelled here from the...
View ArticleMorris Garage is an ‘irreplaceable’ building
A former Morris Garage in Oxford has been chosen as one of the most irreplaceable places in England. Director of the V&A museum, Tristram Hunt, revealed his top 10 industry, trade and commerce...
View ArticleVolunteers rewarded for selfless support
Nine ’invaluable’ volunteers have been recognised for their dedication to others. The group of selfless helpers were awarded individually for exceptional voluntary work in Oxford. Councillor Jean...
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