Olivia Churchill
Latest news and stories
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Thames Valley charities invited to apply for University of Reading scheme
Thames Valley charities are invited to apply for the University of Reading’s Charity of the Year Scheme, offering a year-long partnership and support through fundraising and community initiatives.
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M&S to open new Abingdon food hall creating 75 jobs
Marks & Spencer will open a new food hall in Abingdon on 22 April, creating 75 jobs and offering fresh produce, bakery items and hot food, as part of its wider plan to transform former Homebase sites into modern retail spaces.
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Westgate Oxford to host free book giveaway ahead of World Book Night
Westgate Oxford will host a free book giveaway with Oxford Westgate Library ahead of World Book Night, offering titles for all ages alongside family activities to promote reading, community engagement and awareness of local library services.
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Cokethorpe School wins ISFA Grounds Team of the Year 2026
Cokethorpe School’s grounds team has been named ISFA Grounds Team of the Year 2026, recognising their work maintaining high-quality pitches across a busy sporting calendar with limited resources.
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Fire station closure plans dropped after public feedback in Oxfordshire
Plans to close fire stations in Oxfordshire have been dropped after public feedback, with new proposals focusing on recruitment and community engagement instead.
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Cokethorpe pupils complete 125-mile international canoe race during Easter weekend
Cokethorpe School pupils completed the 125-mile Devizes to Westminster canoe race over Easter, navigating 77 locks in a major endurance challenge. The school praised their resilience, teamwork, and strong junior category finishes in the historic ‘Canoeist’s Everest’ event.
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Frilford Heath Golf Club convenes sustainability summit to tackle future water challenges
Frilford Heath Golf Club gathered industry leaders for a sustainability summit focused on water management, reinforcing its position as a leader in proactive, climate-resilient golf course operations amid growing concerns over future water shortages.
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Frilford Heath Golf Club backs Homeless Oxfordshire with annual charity golf day
Frilford Heath Golf Club will host Homeless Oxfordshire’s annual golf day after members raised more than £30,000 to support accommodation and specialist services for people facing homelessness across the county.
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Oxford basketball players inspire next generation through coaching and competition
Oxford Hoops players Malachi Hilsdon and Errol Otto are mentoring young athletes while calling for a permanent basketball facility to help unlock new opportunities for players across Oxford.
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Oxford Bus Group honours staff at Really Amazing Awards evening
Oxford Bus Group honoured outstanding employees and long-serving staff during its Really Amazing Awards, with eight colleagues recognised for a combined 235 years of service across the business.
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Record-breaking Easter egg appeal brings joy to young patients across Oxfordshire
Didcot charity Play2Give is celebrating its biggest-ever Easter appeal, distributing over 2,000 eggs to hospitals, hospices and families in need across Oxfordshire.
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Oxford ranks among UK’s leading refill shopping cities as Recycle Now expands locator nationwide
Oxford ranks third nationally for refill shopping as Recycle Now launches a locator mapping 675 UK refill destinations, reflecting strong public interest in cutting single-use packaging and growing support for reusable shopping habits.
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Didcot-based writer Esmé Bates releases HOWLS! — a comedy script and series concept
A new comedy project by Esmé Bates imagines a theatrical production led by expressive dog characters in a playful satire of showbusiness and performance.
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Stonor Park invites couples to exclusive wedding showcase
Couples are invited to discover wedding inspiration at Stonor Park during a special showcase on 18 April.
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Adoption charity appeals for loving home for little boy with additional needs
Parents and Children Together has launched an appeal to find a permanent family for Ashley, a one-year-old boy needing extra care and stability.
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Aureus School receives grant for specialist VR chairs supporting SEND students
Aureus School has introduced two specialist VR chairs to support neurodiverse pupils after receiving community grant funding.