Community
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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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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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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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£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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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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Didcot Powerhouse 2022 Impact Report launch
Didcot Powerhouse Fund donors, grant recipients and team are meeting on 02 February to share the successful impact and progress made by grant recipients of the Fund in its first year of operation.
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Undercroft car park in Wantage transformed with young people’s art
In October last year, the council’s car park team decided to revamp the area with the help of a local youth group, The Sweatbox, and two local artists – Nor and Lisa.
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The Oxfordshire people recognised in the New Year Honours List 2023
The New Year Honours List 2023 has been published, recognising the achievements and service of extraordinary people across Oxfordshire.
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Gusto Italian Oxford announces partnership with local homeless charity The Gatehouse
The premium restaurant will provide regular hot food donations to support the charity’s efforts to feed homeless and vulnerably-housed people in the city.
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ALDI Chipping Norton store is donating over 1,000 meals this festive period
The store is providing these meals to the Chipping Norton Theatre to be distributed to children in the local area who would be eligible for free school meals during term time.