Local news: Oxford
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Free after-dark walking club launches at Leys Pools to support women this winter
Leys Pools and Leisure Centre has introduced a free after-dark walking club to support This Girl Can’s Let’s Lift the Curfew campaign, encouraging women to stay active during winter. Weekly guided sessions with high-vis clothing are open to everyone.
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Crazy Bear unveils a glittering season of Christmas cabaret parties
Crazy Bear Stadhampton has launched 13 festive cabaret nights featuring West End performers, circus artists, samba dancers and a signature English and Thai buffet. Some dates are already sold out, with limited tickets remaining for selected evenings.
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Pulhams Coaches engineering apprentice named Go-Ahead apprentice of the year
Pulhams Coaches apprentice Rebecca MacDonald has been named Apprentice of the Year at the Go-Ahead Gold Awards, recognised for her technical skill, initiative and leadership. The Oxford Bus Group also received further nominations across multiple categories.
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Oxford North celebrates milestone as it creates its 2,000th construction job
Oxford North has created its 2,000th construction job, doubling local employment in under two years and surpassing its regional hiring targets. With strong apprenticeship support and major investment, the development continues to deliver lasting economic and community benefits.
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Pearces Coaches launches festive Christmas market trips from Oxfordshire
Pearces Coaches is launching festive day trips to Christmas markets in Bath, Birmingham, Cardiff and Winchester, offering residents a comfortable way to enjoy seasonal shopping. With multiple Oxfordshire pick-ups, the new service expands the company’s leisure travel offering.
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Oxford Bus Group expands free flu jab programme to protect workers amid early flu season
Oxford Bus Group is offering hundreds of employees free flu vaccinations this winter, expanding last year’s successful programme. Staff across all companies can now book complimentary jabs at Boots to help reduce illness and protect colleagues, families and customers.
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Oxford ITAA celebrates five years and invites residents struggling with tech addiction
Oxford ITAA marks five years of supporting people struggling with compulsive internet and technology use. The free, anonymous 12-step group meets weekly and welcomes anyone seeking help to restore healthier digital habits and find long-term recovery.
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Festive family fun comes to Westgate Oxford this December
Westgate Oxford is hosting free festive character meet-and-greets, live choirs, and a Wonderland-themed trail this December. Families can meet favourites like Pingu and The Grinch, enjoy Christmas shopping, and explore seasonal menus and rooftop igloos.
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The M&M Group backs Oxford United’s ‘Friends of the Community’ campaign
Environmental services firm The M&M Group has joined Oxford United in the Community’s ‘Friends of the Community’ campaign, helping raise funds to support programmes that use football to inspire healthier, happier, and more connected lives across Oxfordshire.
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Oxford Bus Company driver nominated for international award
Oxford Bus Company’s Oseas Moura Nunes has been nominated for an international award recognising his outstanding customer service on the Airline coach service between Oxford and major airports.
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City Sightseeing Oxford bus to play starring role at Christmas Light Festival
A glittering open-top City Sightseeing Oxford bus will headline the city’s Christmas Light Festival from 14 to 16 November, joining a programme of markets, workshops and light-themed events supported by more than 25 local partners.
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The Ivy Oxford Brasserie offers £5 off as congestion charge begins
The Ivy Oxford Brasserie is giving guests £5 off weekday meals from 10 to 21 November to help ease Oxford’s new congestion charge. Diners must book ahead and order a main course from the à la carte menu to qualify.