Local news: 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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Oxford Bus Company extends £1 bus fare scheme for young passengers across CityZone
Oxford Bus Company has extended its “Get Around for £1” initiative, allowing passengers aged 18 and under to travel across CityZone routes for just £1 using a Get Around Card.
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Bike Oxford 2026 set to welcome more than 700 riders and record charity turnout
More than 700 cyclists are expected to take part in Bike Oxford 2026 this June, with a record number of charities and businesses supporting the event as riders prepare to raise funds for causes across Oxfordshire.
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Direct rail services between Bristol, Swindon and Oxford restored after more than 20 years
Direct services between Great Western Railway Bristol Temple Meads, Swindon and Oxford have resumed for the first time since 2003, with trains running every two hours Monday to Saturday via Bath Spa and Chippenham.
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Hinksey Outdoor Pool to reopen on 16 May after £200k upgrade
Hinksey Outdoor Pool reopens on 16 May after a £200k investment to improve energy efficiency and enhance the swimming experience.
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City Sightseeing Oxford helps fund new medical centre in Angola
City Sightseeing Oxford will donate £1 from every ticket sold on 23 May to help fund a new medical centre in Angola.
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Top 10 charities revealed after nearly 9,000 votes cast in Brand the Bus competition
Nearly 9,000 public votes have narrowed 71 entries to 10 finalists in Oxfordshire’s Brand the Bus competition, where charities are competing for a £100,000 prize package including a year-long advert on an electric double-decker bus and extensive promotional support.
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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.