The Hulbert family in Bicester planted 1,500 trees using a Forestry Commission grant to create a new forest. Family Plants 1,500 Trees Creating New Forest in Oxfordshire The Hulbert family’s forest has mostly UK trees. About 80% are from the UK, and 20% are not. They have English oak and silver birch. Red oak, Scots…
Oxfordshire seeks funding for its flood alleviation scheme amid concerns over repeated delays and rural area support. Oxford Flood Scheme Must Be Ready To Go To Secure Vital Funding The government plans to spend money on flood defenses. This will happen over the next two years, and it should protect many homes nationwide. This commitment…
Chiltern Railways recovers £12,000 from a persistent fare dodger who misused railcards and avoided fares. Chiltern Railways Recovers £12K From Persistent Fare Dodger Chiltern Railways caught someone. The person made false money claims, avoided paying proper fares, and misused railcards. Chiltern Railways travels to many places, including from London to Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Warwickshire. They…
Chiltern Railways recovered £12,000 from a habitual fare dodger who exploited fare evasion tactics and misused railcards. Chiltern Railways Reclaims Twelve Thousand From Persistent Fare Evader Chiltern Railways caught a person doing bad things. They filed false refund claims and cheated on fares. They also misused railcards. Chiltern Railways trains go from London to several…
A rare little stint, a bird not breeding in the UK, was spotted at Farmoor Reservoir in Oxfordshire. Rare Little Stint Bird Sighting Reported in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom A tiny bird was spotted Sunday at Farmoor Reservoir. People call the bird a little stint. Bird Guides logged the sighting around 5:30 p.m. Little stints breed…
Coroner raises concerns about the 30 mph speed limit on North Bar Street and its impact on pedestrian safety after a fatal accident. Banbury Speed Limit Under Review After Pedestrian Fatality Anthony Paine died on March 24, 2023. A red Nissan Pixo hit him on North Bar Street in Banbury around 10:45 p.m. He died…
Begbroke is getting a new A44 crossing for walkers and cyclists near Spring Hill Road, improving safety. Long Awaited A44 Crossing Coming to Oxfordshire Village of Begbroke They will build a crossing on the A44. It is for walkers and cyclists. It will be near Spring Hill Road in Begbroke. The road divides Begbroke, and…
Locals near Bicester, UK, are fighting £600m Puy du Fou park plans, fearing traffic, pollution & habitat damage. Puy du Fou Theme Park Plan Faces Local Opposition in Oxfordshire, UK Puy du Fou wants to create a park near Bicester. The park would be by junction 10 of the M40. This historical theme park would…
Oxfordshire residents can share their opinions on animal welfare. RSPCA seeks input by February 28 for “Animal Futures” initiative. Oxfordshire Invites Views on Animal Welfare and Future Challenges The RSPCA wants public input by February 28 as part of “Animal Futures: The Big Conversation.” This is the first phase. They want the biggest animal conversation…
Cherwell Cats Protection seeks homes for Winter, Leia, Dave, and Lewis. Each cat has unique needs and lovable traits. Oxfordshire Cats Seek Loving Homes Through Cherwell Cats Protection Cherwell Cats Protection started in 2006. They help cats and find them homes. Here are some cats needing a new family. Winter is three years old and…