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News Oxfordshire to Trial Innovative Street Lamps Boosting Connectivity with £250,000 Funding
Oxfordshire is set to pioneer multi-functional street columns capable of charging electric vehicles and enhancing wireless service coverage, following a £250,000 grant awarded to Oxfordshire County Council to trial groundbreaking digital technology. Acknowledging the growing need for superior wireless services, Oxfordshire is exploring smart infrastructure integrations into various street elements such as lamp posts, traffic […]
News Schools Embark on Creative Journey to Design Oxen Herds for OxTrail Art Event
Oxfordshire welcomes a burst of creativity as local schools pledge their artistic talents to the anticipated OxTrail, a giant art sculpture event set to grace the city next year. Schools including Shiplake CE Primary School, Garsington CE Primary School, and Perpetual Childcare childminding services are among the first to join this vibrant initiative. These institutions […]
News South Oxfordshire Road Enhanced Using Eco-Friendly Resurfacing Method
A road north of Berrick Salome, near Wallingford in south Oxfordshire, has been recently upgraded using an innovative and environmentally friendly resurfacing technique, thanks to a collaboration between Oxfordshire County Council, Milestone Infrastructure, and Stabilised Pavements Limited. Pioneering Technique Known as in-situ cold recycling, this advanced method reuses all existing surfacing material, substantially reducing carbon […]
News Oxford Utd Gains Initial Approval for New Stadium But With Conditions
Oxfordshire County Council’s cabinet has given preliminary approval for Oxford United Football Club to lease council-owned land near Kidlington for a new stadium. However, the approval comes with several stringent conditions to be met by the club. Key Conditions for Lease Approval: Oxford United FC must secure planning permission from Cherwell District Council. The club […]
News Oxford City Council and The Hill Group Partner to add 111 Affordable Homes to Canalside Development
In a landmark agreement, Oxford City Council is set to acquire 111 affordable homes from The Hill Group, a reputable housebuilder, at the Canalside development located south of the A40. This move aims to address the severe housing affordability crisis in Oxford, one of the most expensive places to live in the UK. The 111 […]
News 2023 Oxford Half Marathon Entries Filled; Limited Spots for Charity Runners Remain
The 2023 Oxford Half Marathon has reached its capacity, with an unprecedented 13,000 participants ready to lace up their running shoes and hit Oxford’s historic streets this coming October. With just a month remaining until the race day on October 15th, LimeLight Sports Club, the event organizers who also host the yearly Blenheim Palace Triathlon, […]
News Oxford’s Discounted Park & Ride Deal Extended to April 2024
In an effort to promote sustainable travel, Oxford City Council, Oxfordshire County Council, Oxford Bus Company, and Stagecoach have agreed to extend the discounted combined parking and bus travel ticket at Oxford’s Park & Rides until April 2024. Originally launched in October, the combined ticket has made commuting to the city centre both convenient and […]
News Oxford Tops South East University Rankings, St Andrews Takes National Lead
University of Buckingham Also Shortlisted for “University of the Year” in the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 The University of Oxford has claimed the top spot in the South East, according to The Times & The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024. Despite its strong performance locally, Oxford ranks second at the […]
News Oxford City Council Approves Creation of New Burial Meadow with £2.4M Allocation
Expansive 17-Acre Meadow to Solve the City’s Looming Burial Space Crisis Oxford City Council has given the green light to go ahead with an expansive new burial meadow. The development, to be located on 17 acres of land off Oxford Road, received £2.4 million in funding during a Cabinet meeting held on September 13. Addressing […]
News Oxford City Council Moves Ahead with Plans for City-Wide Smoke Control Area
Oxford City Council’s Cabinet has greenlit plans for a city-wide expansion of its Smoke Control Areas (SCAs), subject to public consultation this winter and subsequent approval by the Secretary of State. The move is aimed at protecting the public from microscopic particles (PM2.5), which can cause severe health issues when inhaled. “I am pleased that […]
News Oxford Round Table Partners with Get Radio for Grand 55th Annual Charity Fireworks Display
Oxford is gearing up for a fireworks spectacle like no other. The Oxford Round Table is delighted to announce that its 55th Annual Charity Fireworks Display is set for Saturday, 4th November, in South Park. This year, the event is getting a significant boost through a partnership with local radio sensation, Get Radio, and is […]
News Oxford United Stars Surprise Young Fans at Summer Football Camp
In a heartwarming event, participants at Oxford United in the Community’s Summer Holiday Football Camps got an unforgettable surprise. First-team stars Simon Eastwood and Elliott Moore visited the young fans at The Oxford Academy in Littlemore, taking part in Q&A sessions, signing autographs, and even playing a quick match in the 3G dome. Rob Porter, […]
