News
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New exhibition opens to mark centenary of the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb
In celebration of 100 years since the discovery of the tomb of this young king, the Bodleian Libraries are pleased to announce a special exhibition covering this momentous event in Egypt’s history with fresh eyes.
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Sam Bowser joins The Wild Rabbit as Executive Chef
He leads the kitchen which serves the three-AA-rosette restaurant and bar menu at the acclaimed pub with rooms in Kingham, Oxfordshire.
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UK’s Vaccines Manufacturing Innovation Centre (VMIC) bought by USA’s Catalent
Catalent plans to invest up to £120 million to complete the building of the facility and equip it with “state-of-the-art capabilities, but many have called the sale by the UK Government ‘short-sighted’.
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As Chosen By…. exhibition by Kate Friend comes to the Cotswolds
The Tithe Barn at Thyme – the boutique hotel and ’village within a village’ destination – is delighted to host the exhibition of botanical portraits.
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Residents express frustration at Visa delays for Ukrainian refugees
Residents of North Moreton in the South Oxfordshire district have expressed their frustration with visa delays for Ukrainian refugees, after preparing homes for 45 refugees, but only housing one adult and two children so far.
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South and Vale councils step up to support Ukrainian refugees in their districts
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councils are redeploying staff across their organisations to ensure Ukrainian refugees moving to the districts get the support and help they need.
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Wallingford North is Oxfordshire’s fourth 20mph pilot scheme
Wallingford North has become the fourth 20mph pilot scheme to be unveiled in Oxfordshire, as part of plans to reduce the speed on the majority of the county’s 30mph roads.
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Living safely with COVID as pandemic moves to next phase in Oxfordshire
People are being advised to continue taking the simple steps taken during the pandemic to help us live safely with the virus as testing ends and Oxfordshire moves into next phase of COVID response.
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Work on Oxford City Council decarbonisation projects nearing completion
The project to reduce the carbon emissions from public leisure centres, has seen a significant proportion of the heating provided by gas boilers replaced with heat pumps that transfer heat from the air or water.
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Dates for the diary with 2022 local elections in Oxfordshire on the horizon
People looking to cast their vote in the local election must be registered to vote before midnight on 14 April. Electors can apply for a postal vote by 5.00pm on Tuesday 19 April or by 5.00pm on Tuesday 26 April for a proxy vote.
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Fleet of 159 state-of-the-art electric buses set to serve Oxford and surrounding areas
This comes after a bid for government funding was approved, and Oxfordshire County Council awarded £32.8 million from the Zero Emission Bus Regional Areas (ZEBRA) scheme.
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Planning application submitted for Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme
The Environment Agency has submitted the planning application to build the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme. This is a significant step towards reducing flood risk to homes, businesses and transport links in Oxford.
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Oxford’s iconic Headington Shark is now a heritage site (despite owner’s objections)
The artwork has long been a local landmark, but the council’s new heritage site designation is simultaneously lampooning its anti-establishment message – and drawing criticism from the artist’s family.
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New exhibition at Blenheim Palace to showcase Churchill’s friendship with artist Paul Maze
Blenheim Palace is hosting a new exhibition showcasing Winston Churchill’s love of painting and lifelong friendship with renowned Anglo-French artist Paul Maze
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‘Sculpture in the Gardens’ returns to Greys Court for 5th year
The Oxford Sculptors Group will return to exhibit on the grounds of Greys Court with a variety of sculptures available to purchase on display in the charming setting of the walled gardens.
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Witney co-working space proves popular in a post-pandemic way of working
Dodo Works Witney opened its co-working office doors in Witney high street in September 2021 and has proved popular with workers ranging from travel agents to book publishers, mental health trainers and even tea creators.