Volunteers will ride the X32 bus between Oxford and Didcot, offering friendly chats to combat loneliness. Chatty Bus Initiative Returns to Oxfordshire Next Week, February 24 The Chatty Bus is coming back on February 24. It runs on the X32 bus route. Volunteers will ride the bus to talk with people. The bus travels between…
David Webb, 61, died near the A34 Peartree Roundabout in Oxford. An inquest began, citing drowning and heart issues as factors. Oxford Peartree Roundabout Death Man Named at Inquest Hearing David Webb, age 61, died on January 7. They found him near the A34 Peartree roundabout in Oxford on the southbound exit road’s embankment. Emergency…
Oxford invests in graffiti removal, grass cutting, new community centers, housing, and addresses council tax. Oxford Enhances City with Graffiti Removal and Verge Cutting Plan Oxford City Council will fund a graffiti removal program. They will also spend more on grass cutting and litter collection. This is part of their 2025/26 budget plan. People wanted…
Recent Swindon Crown Court cases include fraud, shoplifting, drug offenses and burglary. Defendants face sentencing. Swindon Court: Fraud, Shoplifting, Drugs, and Burglary Cases Heard David Russell appeared in court. He lives on Fleet Street, in Swindon. He faced five fraud charges relating to false representation. He pleaded guilty last July 24. The court heard the…
New eateries planned for Gloucester Green and Oxford Castle. Nightclub site transformation considered music venue and offices Oxford Plans New Chinese Restaurants Plus Nightclub Site Changes Wang Casserole wants a new eatery at 95 Gloucester Green. They applied to Oxford City Council for permission. The plan includes shop front changes, specifically a new door and…
Oxford anticipates over £1M loss due to a national insurance tax increase failing proper compensation. Oxford Faces £1 Million+ Loss Due to Government Tax Hike Hey, guess what’s happening with local councils? The UK added a 1.2% tax on employers’ national insurance. Rachel Reeves announced this in her budget. This tax increase impacts councils everywhere.…
Model railway enthusiasts showcase intricate displays at Oxford Town Hall, fascinating visitors of all ages. Model Railway Show Draws Crowds to Oxford Town Hall Displays People still love Didcot Railway Centre. Many come to see the trains and old things. Model trains fascinate people of all ages. A photo from 1988 shows this. Susie Barker…
Locals met with MP Anneliese Dodds, police, and councillors to discuss rising crime, drug issues, and anti-social behavior. Oxford Suburb Residents Voice Concerns Over Drugs, Anti-Social Behaviour Anneliese Dodds, an MP, met with locals about crime. Police officers and councillors also went to the meeting. They talked about crime problems in the area. This includes…
Oxford Castle received a giant “Heart Stealer” Love Heart candy as part of a regional appreciation campaign by GWR and Swizzels. Giant Love Hearts Delivered to Oxford Castle and Prison They sent giant Love Hearts out. You know, those candies with cute messages! They hand-delivered them to places, including Oxford. The SS Great Britain got…
The Kimmeridge, a new build-to-rent complex with 150 apartments, has opened in Botley, Oxford, leasing 20% in its first weekend. New Apartment Complex Opens in Botley, Offering 150 Units So, there’s this new building in Botley called The Kimmeridge. Developers say it is Oxford’s first “build-to-rent” place. They leased 20% of the apartments during the…