Olivia Churchill
Latest news and stories
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The Italian Job Fundraiser – Mile of Minis returned to Oxford last weekend for its 2nd year
Over 100 MINIs of all shapes and sizes came together at the MINI UK Plant in Cowley to kick start a fun driving day out for classic and modern Mini car owners and their families, set in the Oxfordshire countryside.
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Cheaper park & ride travel fare offer extended for extra six months
A park & ride travel fare offer which makes parking and bus travel more cost-effective at Oxford’s park and rides has been extended by six months until 30 September.
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Local law firm Hedges launches essay competition for school students in Oxfordshire
Hedges, one of Oxfordshire’s longest-serving law firms, has launched its annual essay competition for students in Oxfordshire interested in a career in law to win a week-long internship at the law firm this summer.
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Charities in Oxfordshire have a chance to win share of £25,000 prize pot
Charities in Oxfordshire have a chance to win a share of a £25,000 prize pot offered nationally by expert charity insurer Ansvar as part of its Community Campaign.
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Oxford Metro Bank Store is now a safe space for domestic abuse victims
Oxford Metro Bank store colleagues have been trained to offer a Safe Space to domestic abuse victims, many of whom are also victims of economic abuse by their partners.
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Plans for Bicester Market Square transformation move a step closer
Plans to transform Bicester Market Square into a multi-use community hub have been boosted by the formal approval of a £4.25m funding. It means Cherwell District Council can now move to the next stages of consultation and design work.
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More cost of living support available for Oxfordshire residents receiving housing benefits
Some Oxfordshire residents receiving only housing benefits can now claim £300 to help with living costs, thanks to the latest round of the Household Support Fund.
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Majority of Oxfordshire children offered first choice of secondary school for 2023/24
A large majority of parents and children across Oxfordshire have been offered their first choice of secondary school for 2023/24, according to Oxfordshire County Council.
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£2m boost for community & neighbourhood facilities in South Oxon & Vale of White Horse
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have been allocated £1 million each from the government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund to provide better community and neighbourhood facilities.
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Have your say as Watlington Relief Road public consultation opens
Oxfordshire County Council has launched a consultation on a proposed scheme to provide an alternative route and direct access to the B4009 on either side of Watlington without the need to travel through the town centre.
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Hands-on Family Science Day brings half-term fun and learning activities to Kidlington
Families from Kidlington, Begbroke, Yarnton and the surrounding area had the chance to drop into Exeter Hall in Kidlington and enjoy inspirational free science activities during the recent half-term holiday.
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Milton Park companies to inspire next generation into STEAM careers
A new five-year school engagement programme will see employers located at Milton Park develop local young people’s employability skills and engage students with careers in science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics (STEAM).
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Thames Valley Police reveals plans for new state-of-the-art forensics centre in Bicester
The purpose-built centre in Bicester will become the main forensics hub for the force, containing laboratories, new digital technologies and dedicated training facilities.
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Cherwell District Council’s UKSPF plan receives £1.25m to invest in the district
Cherwell District Council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) investment plan has been approved by the government, unlocking £1.25m for the council to invest in the district by March 2025.
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Cherwell council announces grant scheme to help communities celebrate coronation
Local communities in Cherwell district are set to benefit from a £45,000 grant scheme that will allow residents to come together to celebrate the coronation
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Changing facilities at Abbey Sports Centre are getting an eco-friendly makeover
Environmentally friendly measures such as energy-efficient LED lighting will be installed, as well as eco-friendly hand-dryers and new toilet flushes and showers that use less water.