Olivia Churchill
Latest news and stories
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Banbury group to host coffee morning for World Parkinson’s Day
Banbury Parkinson’s Group will host a coffee morning at the RVS Cornhill Centre on 11 April to mark World Parkinson’s Day and raise awareness of support available for people living with Parkinson’s.
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Careers event inspires Aureus School students in Didcot
Aureus School students in Didcot met professionals from a range of industries during a Human Library careers event designed to inspire future ambitions.
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Oxfordshire social worker recognised in national ‘Amazing Social Workers’ campaign
Amy Snell, a social worker with Oxfordshire County Council, has been recognised in a national campaign celebrating inspiring professionals who support children, families and communities across the UK.
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Students compete for SEND cookery crown at Abingdon contest
Students from specialist schools across the UK competed in a MasterChef-style SEND cooking competition at the Miele Experience Centre in Abingdon.
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Zizzi launches new spring-summer menu with 15+ dishes and limited-time 30% offer
Zizzi has launched a spring-summer menu featuring more than 15 new dishes, seasonal ingredients and tropical desserts, alongside a limited-time 30% food offer.
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Care home book club inspires Abingdon residents to start writing their own stories
Residents at Bridge House Care Home in Abingdon have been inspired to write their own stories after attending a popular monthly book club featuring visiting authors, literary discussions and community involvement.
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King Charles and Queen Camilla hear about Oxfordshire young carers at Windsor Castle
King Charles III and Queen Camilla heard about the challenges facing young carers in Oxfordshire when Be Free Young Carers CEO Sabiene North attended a Windsor Castle reception highlighting the vital role unpaid carers play across the UK.
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Emma Hunter releases cinematic new single ‘Snake’ ahead of album Yolanda
Emma Hunter releases ‘Snake’, the final single from her upcoming album Yolanda. Blending cinematic guitars, rich harmonies and myth-inspired storytelling, the track explores love, addiction and longing within a dramatic musical landscape inspired by 1950s Mexico.
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Oxford Royale named among Europe’s fastest-growing companies
Oxford Royale has been named among the Financial Times’ fastest-growing companies in Europe, reflecting rising global demand for international academic summer programmes.
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Oxfordshire residents offered free stickers to remind drivers that 20’s plenty
Oxfordshire residents can apply for free wheelie bin stickers promoting 20mph speed limits as the county celebrates the introduction of its 275th scheme.
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Oxford Half outpaces competition as 2026 race sells out in weeks
The Oxford Half has sold out in under three weeks for 2026, with 15,000 runners set to take part. Rising demand and a fast city-centre course continue to make the race one of the UK’s most popular half marathons.
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Head of Cokethorpe School highlights importance of leadership this International Women’s Day
Dr Sarah Squire, Head of Cokethorpe School, is championing female leadership this International Women’s Day, encouraging young women to pursue leadership roles and highlighting the importance of visible role models in education.
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Graven Hill residents launch first spring planting in new community garden
Graven Hill residents have begun planting in a new community garden at Graven Hill Primary School, bringing volunteers and children together to grow crops while promoting sustainability, learning and community collaboration across the rapidly growing Bicester development.
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Oxfordshire Lane Rental Scheme to tackle roadwork disruption from May
A new Lane Rental Scheme launching in May will allow Oxfordshire County Council to charge up to £2,500 per day for peak-time roadworks, aiming to reduce congestion and encourage faster completion on the county’s busiest routes.
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Oxford City FC and Response encourage fans to talk about mental health
Oxford City FC joined forces with Response to encourage fans to talk about mental health, raising awareness and funds during a special Game For Good matchday initiative at Marsh Lane.
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First all female fire crew in Oxfordshire in 20 years responds to emergencies
For the first time in two decades, Abingdon Fire Station has deployed an all-female on-call fire crew. The team of five firefighters balances other careers while responding to emergencies, highlighting inclusivity, teamwork, and inspiring more women to join Oxfordshire’s fire and rescue service.