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April 28, 2022
Surrey man pleaded guilty to four fly tips in South Oxfordshire
A man from Dorking in Surrey has pleaded guilty to four fly tips of garden waste in Chinnor and Lewknor following a successful prosecution by South Oxfordshire District Council.
April 25, 2022
Councils to let wildflowers bloom during No Mow May
Wildflowers could bloom in more public areas next month after South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse District Councils pledged their support for No Mow May. The two councils already designate wildflower meadows which they only cut two to three times a year but this year they will trial leaving several additional areas of […]
April 21, 2022
Over half a million pounds in funding awarded to community organisations in South Oxfordshire
Voluntary organisations in South Oxfordshire whose work includes supporting young people, providing vital help and advice for residents, and protecting the environment have been awarded £667,992 in grant funding. South Oxfordshire District Council awarded the funds to 22 organisations to help them improve the quality of life for the residents and communities they serve, whilst […]
April 20, 2022
Didcot Garden Town projects to benefit residents discussed
A wide range of improvement projects and facilities in the Didcot Garden Town area will be prioritised to ensure climate change and pandemic recovery are tackled first. The Didcot Garden Town Advisory Board discussed the actions set out in 2017’s Delivery Plan to identify the projects they thought were the most important to bring more […]
April 13, 2022
Experience the buzz when elite cycling returns to Oxfordshire on Saturday 11 June
Find out when and where you can see the race and about the road closures on the day.
April 12, 2022
New £345,000 grant scheme will improve Berinsfield residents’ quality of life
A special grant scheme has been launched to help community groups support and improve the quality of life for residents living in Berinsfield Garden Village. South Oxfordshire District Council has put £345,000 aside to help bring direct benefits to the garden village community as part of their future plans to bring new investment into the […]
April 8, 2022
South and Vale councils step up to support Ukrainian refugees in their districts
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councils are redeploying staff from across the councils to ensure Ukrainian refugees moving to the districts get the support and help they need.
March 31, 2022
Have your say on proposed changes for parishes in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse
Residents are being asked to comment on changes put forward by parish councils in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse which could affect how their local area is run. South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are carrying out a Community Governance Review. This involves reviewing existing arrangements for parishes across […]
March 30, 2022
Cornerstone Arts Centre presents a jam-packed summer programme
This summer, Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot presents a jam-packed line up of live shows and activities for all to enjoy. From science extravaganzas to mesmerising magical illusions, Pride celebrations to live blues music – there’s something for everyone in this new season. Cllr Maggie Filipova-Rivers, Cabinet member for community wellbeing at South Oxfordshire District […]
March 30, 2022
Comment on proposed changes to the Henley Conservation Area
People in Henley are being invited to comment on some proposed changes to the boundary of the town’s conservation area. The conservation area is designated for its special architectural or historic interest and helps to protect the characteristics that make Henley-on-Thames a distinctive, historic and unique place. Property and land in the conservation area is […]
