Local News

Local people can raise issues and concerns People living in the Banbury Cross and Neithrop area of town are invited to a community forum today (Thursday) at 6pm in the Ruscote Community Centre.  Its an opportunity to hear local updates, raise concerns, and discuss issues affecting the area. The local policing team will provide updates […]

“Some of the figures that we’ve been provided by Thames Valley Police are worrying” There is a higher rate of domestic abuse in the Cherwell District than in other parts of Oxfordshire. With this in mind a new policy has been launched, aiming to deliver sensitive and tailored support to those who are subjected to […]

A councillor described the shortfall as “one giant elephant in the report” Cherwell District Council are predicting the income from their property portfolio will be £1,343,000 less than anticipated this financial year – primarily down to slower-than-expected uptake of vacant units at the Castle Quay Shopping Centre. The figure, which is just over a third […]

The applicant says they will build “high-quality homes underpinned by an approach where sustainability and healthy living are celebrated” The edge of Banbury could be further extended along the Broughton Road if an outline planning application by Lone Star Land is approved. They have submitted a proposal to build up to 58 homes on a […]

Parking has been a source of frustration and safety concerns A scheme to address congestion outside a Banbury primary school at the start and end of the day could soon be trialled. Parking by parents close to Harriers Banbury Academy has been a source of frustration and safety concerns for motorists and those living locally. […]

Police have released the image of a man who may be able to help with their enquiries A woman has been sexually assaulted in Banbury High Street. The victim, who’s in her thirties, was walking by the Leeds Building Society, when a man ran up behind her and inappropriately touched her over her clothing.   He […]

The electricity grid in Banbury couldn’t cope with charging electric vehicles Cherwell District Council is looking to spend an extra £30,000 a year on vehicle fuel in an effort to reduce its emissions by switching its refuse lorry fleet to run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil fuel rather than standard diesel. Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil – known […]

Bishop Steven attacked those who sought to stoke division for their own political ends The congregation at St Mary’s Church in Banbury were yesterday told that the Bishop of Oxford had written to Nigel Farage, the leader of the Reform Party, disagreeing with several aspects of his asylum policy.   Last week Mr Farage chose Oxford […]

The Branch had been active in the village for 95 years At a poignant and emotional event on Sunday the last chapter in the life of the Bodicote Branch of the Royal British Legion was brought to a close. The Laying Up of the Branch’s Standard was the final act for branch members, entrusting the […]

The first parts of the new park could be open in 2029 Moves to build a history themed park close to Bucknell and junction 10 of the M40 have taken a step forward. Puy du Fou has submitted an outline planning application to Cherwell District Council for the £600 million development.  They already have destinations […]