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Oxford-based Windle Trust International shortlisted for prestigious charity awards
The charity was shortlisted for the 2025 Charity Awards in the International Aid and Development category for its Accelerated Secondary Education Programme in South Sudan, which provides unqualified primary teachers with a two-year secondary education to improve both teaching quality and access to education.
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Taylor Wimpey team raises over £3k for Youth Adventure Trust
The team from Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties has raised money for the Youth Adventure Trust after taking part in the Taylor Wimpey Challenge which saw over 300 employees from 53 teams hike 10 to 50km across the Yorkshire Dales while completing team-building tasks.
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Thame resident celebrates 102nd birthday, shares secret to longevity
Guida Thomas, a resident of Cuttlebrook Hall care home in Thame, recently celebrated her 102nd birthday surrounded by family, friends, and fellow residents. The celebration included afternoon tea, live entertainment, and a visit from the Mayor of Thame.
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Major milestone reached for Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme
The Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme has taken a big step forward with approval to purchase land. Once built, it will reduce flood risk for over 160,000 residents and create a new wetland corridor west of Oxford.
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Ten Oxfordshire charities reach final stage of ‘Brand the Bus’ contest
The finalists for the Oxford Bus Company and Thames Travel’s Brand the Bus competition have been announced, following a record 12,266 public votes. Ten Oxfordshire charities are now in the running to have their branding featured on a double-decker bus.
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Taylor Wimpey thanks nurses with sweet gesture on International Nurses’ Day
To mark International Nurses’ Day, Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties delivered over 1,200 Lindt chocolates to nurses and staff at key hospitals, including Southampton General and Queen Alexandra.
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Award-winning KNEAD Bakery expands to Oxford High Street
KNEAD Bakery, known for its award-winning handmade pastries, is opening its fourth location this June in Oxford, taking over the former Hobbs store on the high street.
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Bowls’ Big Weekend returns with record-breaking 800+ clubs signed up
Bowls’ Big Weekend returns for its fifth year from 23–26 May, with over 800 clubs, including 11 in Oxfordshire, taking part. Organised by Bowls England and Aviva, the event offers free taster sessions to introduce all ages and abilities to the sport.
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Bicester Motion and Top Gear announce exciting new partnership
Bicester Motion, a 444-acre automotive destination in Oxfordshire, has partnered with Top Gear, the world’s largest motoring media brand. The collaboration launched at Bicester Motion’s Scramble event on 27 April, 2025, featuring a debut display from Top Gear.
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Hanning Homes acquires The Old Vicarage in strategic move into care sector
Christie & Co has completed the sale of The Old Vicarage care home in Moulsford, Oxfordshire, a 52-bedroom facility with extensive amenities and grounds. Previously owned by Friends of the Elderly, it was sold to Hanning Homes Ltd, marking the company’s entry into the care sector.
