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Oxford Bus Company’s rainbow bus set to return to support Oxford Pride
Oxford Bus Company will once again support Oxford Pride this weekend, with its popular rainbow-branded electric bus leading the parade and helping less able-bodied attendees travel between key event locations.
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Westgate Oxford appoints Clare Martin as new Centre Director
Westgate Oxford has appointed Clare Martin as its new Centre Director. Having been part of the centre’s leadership team since 2018, she now takes on the role with a focus on retail, dining, leisure and strengthening community partnerships across Oxford.
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Thames Valley Police backs Oxford youth music project In-Spire Sounds with £7k grant
An Oxford youth music organisation has secured £7k from the Thames Valley Police Community Fund to expand programmes supporting young people at risk of exploitation, while showcasing participants’ talents through a newly released debut mixtape.
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The Feathered Nest Country Inn unveils lively programme of events for summer 2026
The Feathered Nest Country Inn is set to unveil a lively summer season that will blend relaxed countryside dining with a curated programme of live events, outdoor hospitality and seasonal culinary experiences.
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Persimmon Charitable Foundation opens funding round with three £50k grants for youth employability charities
The Persimmon Charitable Foundation has opened its latest funding round to support UK charities helping young people into work, with applications now open for projects focused on employability, social mobility and tackling disadvantage.
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Nearly 95% of Big Feastival camping tickets sold for 2026 festival weekend
Camping tickets for Big Feastival 2026 are nearly sold out, with 94% already snapped up, reflecting strong demand ahead of the festival’s return to Alex James’ Cotswolds farm this August bank holiday.
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Oxford City Farm celebrates 2026 Brand the Bus runner-up success
Oxford City Farm is celebrating after being named runner-up in the 2026 Brand the Bus competition, securing a £20k prize and a major opportunity to raise awareness of its community work across Oxfordshire.
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Thame to become first UK town to launch Teleauora’s gigabit 5G broadband network
Thame is set to become the first community in the UK connected through Teleauora’s new gigabit-speed 5G broadband network, delivering faster and more reliable connectivity to businesses and residents in underserved areas.
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Carousel Buses offers £4k joining bonus ahead of summer recruitment day in High Wycombe
Carousel Buses is offering a £4,000 joining bonus for eligible PCV licence holders as it prepares to host a summer recruitment day in High Wycombe.
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Bicester volunteer helps raise one of the first guide dog litters born in Oxfordshire
A Bicester volunteer is helping raise one of the first guide dog litters born in the South East as seven-week-old puppies begin the next stage of their journey towards becoming life-changing assistance dogs.
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Chopstix reopens refurbished store at Moto Cherwell Valley Services following conversion from Chow
Chopstix has reopened its newly refurbished store at Moto Cherwell Valley Services following a full conversion from Chow, bringing a refreshed dining space and its signature bold noodle dishes to one of the UK’s busiest motorway stops.
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Oxford-based Reeds Solicitors launches new specialist Immigration practice
Reeds Solicitors LLP has launched a new Immigration department led by Nicola Maynard, expanding its national legal services to include visas, asylum, appeals and deportation support for individuals and businesses.
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Oxford City Farm named runner-up in Oxford Bus Company’s Brand the Bus competition
East Oxford’s Oxford City Farm has been named runner-up in the Brand the Bus competition, winning an enhanced £20k advertising package to boost awareness across the city.
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Milton Post Office begins new chapter at Signal Yard after 20 years at Milton Park
The family-run Milton Post Office has opened its new permanent home at Signal Yard after more than 20 years at Milton Park, marking a significant milestone for both the business and the area’s evolving retail and community destination.
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Oxford Artisan Distillery announces 2027 reopening at historic South Park site
Oxford’s first legal distillery will return to its original South Park home in June 2027 after successfully reacquiring its stills, trademarks and intellectual property.
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Oxford teen shares Buckingham Palace moment with Duke of Edinburgh at Gold Award celebration
An Oxford teenager has described a memorable personal exchange with HRH The Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace after receiving his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award alongside thousands of achievers.