Community & Charity
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Hinksey Splash Park to remain closed this summer due to safety concerns
The children’s splash park at Hinksey Park will not open this summer, as the condition of the play surface and fountains are unsafe for children to use.
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Council grants now available for community food banks and larders
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councils are offering financial support to community organisations as food prices continue to rise and increasing numbers of people turn to food banks for essentials.
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A colourful celebration of Pride this June at Cornerstone Arts Centre
Celebrate Pride this June at Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot with several events to embrace the LGBTQ+ community. From 9 to 15 June, there will be something for everyone to enjoy and embrace, from drag cabaret to free family-friendly arts and yoga.
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Summer season is set to start at Riverside splash pad with over £400k refurbishment
The countdown has begun for the start of the summer season at the Riverside outdoor pool and splash pad in Wallingford, with work underway to get the pool ready to open on Saturday, 27 May – ahead of the half-term holiday.
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Have a splashing good time at splash pads across the Vale this summer
Preparations are ramping up as the splash pads in the Vale of White Horse District are being prepared to be switched on for the summer.
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Two new church bells at All Saints first in country with the royal cyphers
Two new church bells at All Saints, North Moreton, have been cast as the first in the country with the royal cyphers of their Majesties, King Charles and Queen Camilla and were rung for the first time on the coronation on 06 May.
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Carterton Gymnastic Club hosts over 270 gymnasts in 2nd championship
Carterton Gymnastic Club hosts over 270 gymnasts in 2nd championship and wins British Gymnastics Community Club of the Year (with +250 members) alongside celebrating the second birthday of its purpose built facility, The Vault.
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Chalgrove-based Pets As Therapy announced a winner of Purina’s BetterwithPets Prize 2023
Pets As Therapy, along with StreetVet and Spanish organisation Center de Teràpies Assistides amb Cans, have been announced as winners of Purina’s BetterwithPets Prize 2023.
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Wallingford to unveil Agatha Christie statue in Murder Mystery Weekend this September
The market town of Wallingford is planning a Murder Mystery Weekend on 09 and 10 September 2023, celebrating its famous former resident, Dame Agatha Christie.
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Keep Hanwell Village Rural Action Group responds to local planning application
Keep Hanwell Village Rural Action Group has announced that it will be holding three public engagement events this month in response to Vistry Group’s planning application.
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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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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).