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Comments can now be submitted until September 1 The consultation into the closure of train station ticket offices has been extended. The original deadline for the public to submit their views was today, but this morning train operators – including Chiltern Railways which runs Banbury station – have extended the deadline. Passengers will now have […]

“The sentencing is a testament to the bravery shown by the victims in this investigation” A Banbury man has been jailed for rape and other sexual offences against children. Fifty-six year old David Ruddick, of Christchurch Court, was sentenced to 12 years in prison at Oxford Crown Court yesterday (July 25).   After that he will […]

At least nine carriages are expected at the road drive The sight of immaculate horses pulling beautiful carriages will greet people in Hook Norton this Sunday morning.   For the second year the Hook Norton Brewery is hosting a road drive for the British Driving Society. The charity event will feature at least nine carriages pulled […]

Its twenty years since blue recycling bins first arrived in the Cherwell District Cherwell District Council is preparing to celebrate a milestone as its kerbside recycling scheme reaches its 20th anniversary.  The scheme allows residents to recycle plastic, paper, cardboard, cans, and aerosols from their homes.   Since launch it has expanded to include food, garden […]

Pat and Dot have raised nearly £190,000 since their fund-raising partnership was formed A special “thank you” afternoon tea has been held for two volunteer fundraisers who have helped raise nearly £190,000 for Katharine House over the past 30 years. Dot Tagg and Pat Russell met whilst volunteering at the Adderbury based hospice in 1991.   […]

They are urging people to have their say before the consultation closes on Wednesday The consultation over train ticket office closures finishes tomorrow and Banbury Town Councillors have submitted a letter of objection to the proposals. They say the move to close ticket offices and bring staff to front of house roles would be a […]

Victoria Prentis has expressed her dismay at the decision and disappointment at the lack of communication Banbury’s MP wasn’t aware the Horton General Hospital had missed out on £370m of government New Hospital Programme funding until Banbury FM broke the news to her yesterday morning (Monday).   Victoria Prentis this morning issued a statement expressing her […]

The joint role covers Brackley and Towcester A new town centre manager is planning to help revitalise Brackley whilst promoting the area for investment and business growth.   Samantha Hosking took up her post as Town Centre Manager a month ago.   The role also covers nearby Towcester. As a resident in the aera she is hoping […]

Its hoped the app will help both residents and visitors A new app has been launched to make public access to council services easier. Banbury Town Council has developed the multi-purpose app which provides a smooth and simple way to explore town council services and facilities and to contact the council. It also helps people […]

“I think the people in Banbury are going to be massively disappointed and … asking questions of our local Member of Parliament” The leader of the Labour group at Cherwell District Council has described the news that the Horton General Hospital has missed out on £370m of government funding as “massively disappointing”.  Sean Woodcock has […]