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More youngsters will be able to take to the water this summer thanks to club’s generosity The Lions Club of Banbury have made it possible for more young people to engage in water-sports this summer. The club has donated funds to buy a brand new kayak for Banbury Sea Cadets. The new boat is a […]
Soho Farmhouse has topped a poll of places getting the most attention People across the UK searching out an eco-friendly holiday are landing on a local venue as the most popular choice. Soho Farmhouse at Great Tew has topped an analysis of the places getting the most attention. As lockdown rules ease many people are […]
Metal poles used by burglars to smash entry into property The residents of a property in Mold Crescent in Banbury have been left very shaken after burglars smashed their way into their house using metal poles. The victims were at home at the time. The robbery happened between 3.45 and 4.05am last Thursday morning (April […]
COVID rules mean youngsters must have their own kit to play the game Banbury Cricket Club is looking for spare or redundant cricket kit that could help a youngster aged 9-11 to play cricket. Due to COVID rules all children playing at the club have to use their own equipment rather than use the club’s […]
Warning to check credentials of scrap metal and waste removal dealers to avoid fine of up to £1,000 Illegal scrap metal dealing, driving whilst disqualified, driving under the influence and driving without insurance are some of the suspected offences that could be faced by a group caught collecting scrap metal in our area. They even […]
Inspirational man completes challenge to raise money for struggling families Nine struggling families will today benefit from the fund-raising efforts of a man who spent the Easter period walking around Banbury dressed as the Easter bunny. Prabhu Natarajan, from Bretch Hill, walked from dawn till dusk in the rabbit costume, around town and some of […]
Man makes off early on Thursday morning whilst still wearing handcuffs A man who had been arrested on suspicion of drugs offences has escaped from custody whilst being treated for an injury at the Horton General Hospital. Thames Valley Police is asking for our help trying to locate him. Lewis Abubakar, aged 29, had been […]
Eyes down as Business Buzz members gather on line to raise vital funds for children’s hospice A Wednesday evening session of virtual bingo saw business leaders, friends and families come together to raise an impressive £522 for Helen & Douglas House children’s hospice. The fundraiser was organised by the informal, fuss-free networking group Business Buzz […]
6,409 children gain admission to their parents first choice primary education Just over nine out of ten youngsters starting primary education this coming September in Oxfordshire will be heading to their parent’s first choice school. Figures out today reveal that 6,409 of the applications received by the County Council were successful in gaining a place […]
Overtime ban from May 1 but JDE do not believe supplies will be affected An overtime ban by nearly 300 staff at the Jacobs Douwe Egberts (JDE) site in Banbury could result in coffee shortages in the supermarkets – according to the Unite Union. The continuous overtime ban will start on Saturday 1 May over […]