Olivia Churchill
Latest news and stories
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Oxford High School champions global leadership on UN International Day of Education
Oxford High School GDST is celebrating International Day of Education by highlighting its student-led Sixth Form Conferences, empowering pupils to explore global issues, develop leadership skills and engage in diplomacy through real-world debate.
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BFFs over boyfriends as Flight Club launches Galentine’s Brunch
Flight Club is putting friendship first this Valentine’s season with its Galentine’s Brunch, combining Social Darts, bottomless drinks, live DJs and pizza for a lively celebration of platonic love from 13 to 15 February.
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Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Oxford serves up romance this Valentine’s Day
Couples are being urged to ditch flowers and chocolates this Valentine’s Day and opt for a romantic meal out instead, as Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Oxford launches a specially curated sharing menu designed to make 14 February truly memorable.
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Bluebird Care Oxford rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC
Bluebird Care Oxford has been rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission after a December 2025 inspection. Inspectors praised its compassionate, person-centred care, strong leadership and the positive impact on customers’ independence, wellbeing and emotional support.
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Oxfordshire doubles pothole repair crews after winter weather damage
Oxfordshire County Council has increased the number of pothole repair crews after freezing and wet weather led to a surge in road defects. Extra teams and resources are being deployed to tackle backlogs and improve road safety across the county.
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Mental health charity Response launches Challenge28 fundraiser for February
Response has launched Challenge28, inviting people to complete 28 miles in February to raise funds and awareness for children and young people waiting for mental health support.
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Peace named Oxford Children’s Word of the Year for 2025
Peace has been chosen as Oxford Children’s Word of the Year for 2025, reflecting young people’s awareness of global events. Research by Oxford University Press also highlights the growing influence of AI and the importance of slang in children’s social lives.
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Eynsham mums help families save thousands through children’s clothes swap
Eynsham mums are tackling children’s clothing waste through a successful Kids Clothes Swap Shop, helping hundreds of families save money while keeping thousands of baby and children’s garments in use across West Oxfordshire.
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Witney and West Oxfordshire Foodbank partners with M&M Zero to tackle rising food costs
Witney and West Oxfordshire Foodbank has teamed up with local zero-emission firm M&M Zero to help manage rising food costs and improve transport efficiency as demand for emergency food support continues to grow across the area.
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Public consultation on Oxfordshire fire service future extended to January
The deadline for public feedback on proposals to reshape Oxfordshire’s fire and rescue service has been extended to the end of January, giving residents and businesses more time to help influence future fire station locations, staffing and emergency response across the county.
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Beard Construction raises record £170k for local charities in 2025
Beard Construction has celebrated a record-breaking year of charity fundraising, with colleagues raising more than £170k in 2025. The funds will support five charities across the south of England, helping thousands of people in local communities.
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Watlington care home wins Care Team of the Year at Caring UK Awards 2025
A Watlington care home has been named Care Team of the Year at the Caring UK Awards 2025. The Sanctuary Care-run home was praised for its dedication, community spirit and outstanding quality of care.
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Westgate Oxford helps shoppers beat the January blues with events and winter offers
Westgate Oxford is brightening January with styling events, giveaways and seasonal offers. From free hot chocolate to dining discounts and cinema screenings, the centre is encouraging guests to enjoy the winter months with plenty of reasons to smile.
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Warneford Hospital’s 200th anniversary launches with Museum of Oxford exhibition
A new exhibition at the Museum of Oxford has launched Warneford Hospital’s 200th anniversary celebrations. The free display explores two centuries of mental health care and is the first in a year-long programme of exhibitions touring Oxfordshire.
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Oxfordshire Cricket becomes a registered charity following successful application
Oxfordshire Cricket has officially become a registered charity, strengthening its ability to grow participation, support volunteers and deliver community programmes, as it launches an ambitious new strategy to shape the future of the sport across the county.
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Ex-BBC presenter Geraldine Peers joins Oxfordshire rock band Lunar Kites for new single
Former BBC Oxford presenter Geraldine Peers has added her voice to a new single by space rock band Lunar Kites. The myth-inspired track features Peers as the goddess Demeter and marks an unexpected collaboration ahead of the band’s debut album.