Olivia Churchill
Latest news and stories
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Oxfordshire FA partners with Play2Give charity
Oxfordshire FA has partnered with Play2Give, supporting its fundraising efforts and annual football tournament, as both organisations highlight shared goals of improving wellbeing and making a difference to local communities through sport and charitable initiatives.
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Government recognises improvements to services for Oxfordshire’s SEND children
Oxfordshire’s SEND services have reached a key milestone as the government lifts its improvement notice, recognising progress in continuing improvements on services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
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Oxfordshire tops England’s recycling rankings for 12th consecutive year
Oxfordshire has topped England’s recycling rankings for a 12th year, with strong results across local councils, as officials praise residents’ efforts while urging further reductions in food waste and continued commitment to sustainable waste management practices.
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Aureus School students shine in Oxford Crown Court mock trials
Aureus School students gained real courtroom experience at Oxford Crown Court during a national mock trial competition, with one pupil earning recognition as teachers praised the event’s role in building confidence and inspiring future legal careers.
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Oxfordshire primary school offers see 93.9% secure first choice
More than 93% of Oxfordshire children have secured their first-choice primary school place, with nearly all applicants offered a preferred option for September.
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voco Oxford Thames hotel sees surge in dog-friendly stays over Easter
voco Oxford Thames has seen a surge in dog-friendly stays, with record demand over Easter as more guests choose to travel with their pets.
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Pulhams boosts driver pay ahead of recruitment day
Pulhams will host a recruitment day in Cheltenham after boosting driver pay, offering candidates the chance to join one of the highest-paying bus operators locally.
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New activity centre for mental health recovery support to open in Oxford
A new activity centre in Headington will support adults with serious mental illness, offering workshops and life skills training to aid recovery and independent living.
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Aureus School welcomes new Year 7 intake at transition evening
Aureus School welcomed new Year 7 pupils and families at its Post Offers Evening, helping ease the transition to secondary school.
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Major clean-up begins at illegal waste site in Kidlington
A major clean-up is underway in Kidlington to remove 21,000 tonnes of illegal waste, with authorities tackling organised crime and restoring the site.
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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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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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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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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.