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Oxford-born actress Miriam Margolyes, 85, reveals turning down TV shows

The Oxford-born performer, who portrayed Professor Sprout across multiple entries in the film franchise based on J.K. Rowling's wizarding novels, made the disclosure during a recent interview. Margo...

Thames Water crews search for burst main after Witney homes left without water

Residents of Witney have experienced disruptions to their water supply following a suspected burst water main. Properties in the OX29 postcode area have been left without water entirely or have exper...

West Oxfordshire residents invited to have final say on Local Plan

Residents of West Oxfordshire are being offered a concluding opportunity to influence the region's long-term development strategy. West Oxfordshire District Council has opened its final public consul...

Witney meeting to establish committee for sports club reopening

The process of reopening a long-shuttered sports facility in West Witney is progressing following an announcement from the local authority. Witney Town Council has announced a public consultation reg...

Upper Heyfest brings live music and family fun to Upper Heyford

A community celebration drew residents to the Upper Heyford recreation ground last month, offering an afternoon and evening of entertainment for all ages. The free celebration took place beside Upper...

Cholsey and Wallingford Railway free rides resume after crossing repairs

Passenger services on a heritage railway line in southern Oxfordshire restarted on Monday following overnight repair work to crossing equipment. The Cholsey and Wallingford Railway resumed operations...

Oxfordshire bin collections delayed in two districts due to August bank holiday

Waste collection schedules across Oxfordshire will be altered during the current week due to the August bank holiday. Households in the South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Council area...

Battle Road, Goring-on-Thames, to close for gas main replacement

Gas infrastructure improvement works will necessitate the closure of a road in Goring-on-Thames for a period approaching four months. The affected section spans Battle Road from Cedarwood House to Ce...

Alfred Flier bus service to launch in Wantage and Grove

A fresh public transport initiative is preparing to commence operations in the coming days, aiming to improve connectivity for workers and residents across multiple Oxfordshire communities. The Alfre...

Oxfordshire businesses urged to invest in apprenticeships for future talent

Employers across the county are being encouraged to prioritise apprenticeship recruitment as a strategy for developing their future workforce and addressing skill gaps. The call comes from Enterprise...

Oxford traffic filter trial begins September 28, replacing £5 charge

Oxford City Council will launch its traffic filter pilot programme on September 28, eliminating the previous option for motorists to pay a £5 fee to traverse the controlled zones. The new scheme supe...

Oxford bus tour and Museum of Oxford launch £21.50 combined ticket

A joint ticketing initiative is enabling visitors to explore Oxford's heritage through both a city tour by bus and entry to a local museum at a reduced rate. City Sightseeing Oxford has collaborated ...

Reform UK politician visits Oxfordshire village over asylum housing plans

A Reform UK representative visited an Oxfordshire settlement where he claimed the area represents the epicentre of migration pressures facing the country. Zia Yusuf, a senior figure within Nigel Fara...

47 dead people issued parking fines by Oxfordshire council

Oxfordshire County Council's parking enforcement operations have generated controversy after figures revealed that penalty notices were issued to 47 deceased individuals over a four-year period. All ...

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Oxford-born actress Miriam Margolyes, 85, reveals turning down TV shows

The Oxford-born performer, who portrayed Professor Sprout across multiple entries in the film franchise based on J.K. Rowling's wizarding novels, made the disclosure during a recent interview. Margo...

Thames Water crews search for burst main after Witney homes left without water

Residents of Witney have experienced disruptions to their water supply following a suspected burst water main. Properties in the OX29 postcode area have been left without water entirely or have exper...

Rowan Cottage The Green, Grove, Wantage sold for £400,000 in July 2026

A detached property at Rowan Cottage The Green, Grove, Wantage, OX12 0AN sold for £400,000 on 17 July 2026, according to HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Across 44 detached property transactions recorded in postcode district OX12 during 2026, the median price paid was £472,500. This transaction was £72,500 below the m

Reading Blue Coat celebrates 380 years with scholarships and open days

Standing on the banks of the River Thames at Sonning, Reading Blue Coat occupies a 46-acre campus that has served as the institution's home since the late 1940s. The school traces its origins to 1646...