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Local News
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The robbery happened early last Friday in Grimsbury A thief threatened a man in his forties with a knife whilst committing a robbery at a property on Merton Street in Grimsbury during the early hours of last Friday morning. The male offender entered the property at Chiltern House between 1.45 and 2am. When inside he […]
Town Mayor Paul Wiltshire read the proclamation Several hundred people gathered in Brackley town centre on Sunday afternoon to witness the proclamation of the new King, Charles III. Town Mayor Paul Wiltshire read the message to those crowding around the Piazza outside Brackley Town Hall. The historic moment was witnessed by the old and young […]
Sir Tony Baldry made the official announcement to the town The local reading of the Proclamation of Accession – the official announcement that King Charles lll is our new sovereign – took place at Banbury Town Hall on Sunday. The proclamation was read by Banbury’s High Steward Sir Tony Baldry. Members of the public joined […]
The traditional act of proclaiming the new King takes place here on Sunday News of a new King using the ancient act of proclamation will arrive in our area tomorrow. King Charles III was formally declared head of state during a historic ceremony at St James Palace this morning (Saturday). As is the tradition, word […]
Sport and leisure activities will now not take place A number of local events and sports fixtures have been cancelled in response to the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Brackley Charter Fair was due to run until the weekend but the Wilson family (who organise the event) decided it shouldn’t continue. The Fair […]
Churches and public buildings are offering the chance to share thoughts and memories People have started signing condolence books as the nation comes to terms with the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Churches and public buildings are offering people the chance to share their thoughts and memories. Areas have also been set up […]
Messages of condolence have been expressed in the Banbury FM area following the news of the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II Elected members and officials at all levels have released statements following the sad news. Banbury’s Member of Parliament Victoria Prentis, MP, said: “We are all deeply saddened by the death of Her […]
The alliance running County Hall are offering a chance to ask questions and put forward suggestions A number of the Councillors who oversee Oxfordshire County Council are coming to Banbury to get our views on the big issues that matter to us. A special Let’s Talk Oxfordshire session will be held at the Mill Arts […]
Damage to the distribution network caused the problem Around 935 properties lost their power supply on Thursday morning due to damage caused to the electricity distribution network. Properties in Aynho, Kings Sutton and Charlton were amongst those affected. Western Power Distribution said the issue was down to a third party. The loss of supply was […]
Banbury’s MP says she is honoured to have been appointed by the Prime Minister Banbury’s MP has been given a new role in Prime Minister Liz Truss’ government. Yesterday Victoria Prentis was appointed Minister of State at the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Following her appointment Mrs Prentis said: “I am honoured to have […]