Local news: Oxford
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Chatty Bus returns to Oxfordshire for Mental Health Awareness Week
Oxford Bus Company and Restore are bringing Chatty Bus back to the 300 service on May 14, offering passengers a welcoming space to connect with others and combat loneliness during Mental Health Awareness Week across Oxfordshire.
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Oxfordshire school to mark historic name change with open day
Oxford Montessori School has become Oxford Millwood School and will celebrate its first name change in 25 years with an open day in Elsfield, giving families the chance to explore its woodland campus and discover its personalised approach to education.
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Westgate Oxford launches free Shaun the Sheep trail for families this May
Westgate Oxford is bringing Shaun the Sheep to the city this May with a free augmented reality trail, creative workshops and family activities during half term.
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Oxford United confirm changes to its board and appointment of new Chair
Oxford United have confirmed a board reshuffle with Dusan Bogdanovic appointed as new Chair and Rudi Laksmana joining the board, as Grant Ferguson steps down but remains a director under the club’s Indonesian ownership.
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The Chase star hosts charity quiz night at Iffley care home
A Chase star Darragh Ennis hosted a charity quiz night at an Oxford care home, raising funds for the NSPCC.
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Frilford Heath member attempts record-breaking Everest record at 67 after health battle
A Frilford Heath member is attempting a record-breaking Everest climb at 67, raising funds for charity after a life-threatening health battle.
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Thousands expected for dawn celebrations as May Morning returns to Oxford
Thousands are expected to gather in Oxford on Friday 01 May as May Morning returns, with dawn celebrations on Magdalen Bridge marking the city’s historic 500-year-old spring tradition.
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Oxford City FC helps Response resident fulfil football dream
A Response resident experienced a memorable day at Oxford City FC, highlighting the club’s community spirit and ongoing support for local mental health initiatives.
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Work progresses on Oxford’s new science and innovation campus OxBio Hub
OxBio Hub in Oxford reaches a key construction milestone, with works progressing on a major new science and innovation campus offering flexible lab and office space.
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Oxford Bus Company worker celebrates 40 years of service
An Oxford Bus Company employee marks 40 years of service, highlighting a long-standing family connection and decades of dedication to the city’s transport network.
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Oxford specialist urges awareness of rising bowel cancer in under 50s
An Oxford specialist warns of rising bowel cancer cases in under 50s, urging earlier awareness and screening to improve survival rates.
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Beard Construction reports strong year as Oxford office appoints new lead
Beard Construction’s Oxford office reports strong growth and appoints a new lead, marking a successful year of major projects and community impact.