Local news: Oxford
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Serco Leisure to take over running of Oxford’s leisure centres from Fusion Lifestyle
The transition will involve the management transfer of leisure facilities in Oxford – Barton Leisure Centre, Ferry Leisure Centre, the Leys Pools & Leisure Centre, Hinksey Outdoor Pool, and Oxford Ice Rink – from Fusion Lifestyle to Serco Leisure.
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Oxford novelist in longlist for world’s most prestigious award for young writers
Oxford novelist Mary Jean Chan’s novel Bright Fear has been longlisted for the Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize, which is widely considered to be the world’s most prestigious award for young writers.
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Oxford City Council awards study contract for design work supporting Cowley Branch Line
The study will identify any additional infrastructure place needs to ensure that the rail scheme is fully integrated with existing communities, maximising options to improve local movement and connectivity.
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The future is green as all-electric bus fleet launches to service Oxford passengers
A partnership between Oxfordshire County Council and bus operators has launched what will be one of the biggest UK fleets of electric buses outside London.
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Construction to start on hundreds of new affordable homes in Blackbird Leys
Construction work will shortly begin to deliver hundreds of new affordable homes, retail spaces and community facilities across Blackbird Leys following Oxford City Council granting formal planning permission for the project.
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Italian Job Mile of Minis returns to helping families struggling with the cost of living crisis
Now in its third year, the organisers are inviting classic and modern MINI owners of all shapes and sizes to join them for an exciting, safe, and enjoyable family driving day.
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Richard Chappell Dance returns to the Oxford Playhouse with Hot House in March
announce the return of its latest work, Hot House, which comes to Oxford Playhouse as part of the Dancin’ Oxford festival on Monday, 04 March 2024
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Carter Jonas appoints two new surveyors to its Oxford Planning & Development team
National property consultancy Carter Jonas has appointed two surveyors – Edward Walter and Finn White – to its Oxford Planning & Development team.
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Incredible January deals at Bella Italia and Banana Tree in Oxford
Two of Oxford’s most popular restaurants, Bella Italia and Banana Tree, are offering some massive deals to help get 2024 off to the best possible start.
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Ellen Kent returns to New Theatre Oxford with Carmen & Madama Butterfly
Ellen Kent returns to Oxford’s New Theatre with the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv, presenting stunning classical productions of Bizet’s Carmen and Puccini’s Madama Butterfly.
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Meet the cast of The Wizard of Oz Musical tour heading to Oxford
Meet the cast of The Wizard of Oz Musical UK and Ireland tour heading to New Theatre Oxford on Wednesday, 10 January 2024.
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Annual cycling event Bike Oxford set to return to city for its 11th year
The event, with real community spirit, will be hosted at Oxford University Rugby Club on Sunday, 23 June, and welcomes riders of all ages and abilities from all parts of the community.