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Expanded 20mph speed limits approved for Didcot and Oxfordshire villages
Additional 20mph speed limits will be rolled out in Didcot to cover the part of the town south of the railway line as well as the villages of East Challow, Beckley, Eye & Dunsden and Shenington with Alkerton.
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New parking restrictions approved near Didcot Parkway Station amid resident concerns
More parking restrictions will be introduced near Didcot Parkway Station following concerns about “a plague of commuters and shoppers” parking on nearby roads at the expense of residents.
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Oxford Half Marathon sells out in record time for the third year running
The Oxford Half Marathon, organized by Motiv Sports UK, has sold out for the third consecutive year, with general entries filling by January – a record. The event set for 12 October features thousands of runners, from beginners to elites, with post-race festivities at University Parks.
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Oxfordshire leader responds to calls for clarity on mayoral authority geography
Councillor Liz Leffman, Leader of Oxfordshire County Council has responded to calls to confirm the council’s geographical preference for a mayoral strategic authority.
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Vale of White Horse leader urges county leader to clarify position on Strategic Authority
The leader of the Vale of White Horse District Council has asked the leader of Oxfordshire County Council to explain her council’s position on a preferred geography for a Mayoral Strategic Authority.
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South Oxfordshire leader advocates for strategic authority with Berkshire and Buckinghamshire
Councillor David Rouane, Leader of South Oxfordshire District Council, has argued that Oxfordshire should form a new Strategic Authority with Berkshire and Buckinghamshire rather than Swindon.
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Network Rail announces updated timeline for reopening of Botley Road in Oxford
Network Rail has announced a revised timeline for the reopening of Botley Road in Oxford, part of a multi-million-pound project to upgrade Oxford station and improve transport links to the city.
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Henley Festival reveals sensational lineup for 2025
Henley Festival 2025, presented by Westcoast, returns to Henley-on-Thames from 9-13 July with a stellar line-up of music, comedy, and arts. Headliners include Diana Ross, McFly, Rick Astley, Matteo Bocelli, Jamie Cullum, and Hacienda Classical on the iconic Floating Stage.
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Found Festival reveals full programme for 2025 debut event
Found Festival, the UK’s newest boutique festival, debuts at Claydon Estate, Buckingham, from August 22-24. Blending Americana, Folk, Blues, and World music with comedy, crafts, dance, and family-friendly entertainment, it offers an inspiring cultural escape.
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Terry Fuller appointed Chair of Graven Hill to deliver diverse housing solutions
Terry Fuller has been appointed Chair of Graven Hill Village Development Company (GHVDC), succeeding Sue Smith in April. With extensive experience in housing, including establishing Homes England, Terry aims to deliver diverse, sustainable housing solutions and strengthen Graven Hill’s community.
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Brand the Bus 2025: Record-breaking charity entries and £100k prize up for grabs
The Brand the Bus 2025 competition by Oxford Bus Company and Thames Travel has received 27 entries within three weeks of launching. Open to Oxfordshire-based charities, the contest offers the winning cause a £100,000 advertising package, including branding on a double-decker bus, digital ads and more.
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All aboard as Six by Nico Oxford unveils Murder on the Midnight Express dining experience
Diners are invited to step aboard the Midnight Express to travel back to the 1930s, join the dots and unravel the mystery. Inspired by classic French cuisine, six delicious courses immerse you in a blood-curdling tale of foul play.
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Exhibition of Winnie-the-Pooh’s illustrator opens at Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum
From 18 January to 31 August 2025, the collection of Shepard’s work, including some of his beloved children’s illustrations alongside a wealth of his Great War sketches and comic art, will be on display at the museum.
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Oxford Bus Company’s transition to Green electric buses improves air quality
The new fleet of 104 electric buses, introduced over the first half of 2024, prevented burning approximately 1,255,000 litres of diesel fuel and saved more than 3,175 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
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Top Oxfordshire girls school announces appointment of new head
St Helen and St Katharine School in Abingdon has appointed Mrs Sarah Rollings as its new Head following the retirement of Mrs Rebecca Dougall in summer 2025.
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County council responds to national proposals for the future of local government
Oxfordshire County Council has sent a letter to the government requesting fast-track local government reorganisation while pursuing a Mayoral Strategic Authority.