Oxford

Proposals to transform Boswells department store into boutique hotel unveiled

The 282-year-old iconic Boswells site, which closed in November 2019, could receive a new breath of life as a 4-star…

Know before you go – a COVID-safety campaign

Know before you go: book ahead and protect your community as pubs, bars and restaurants reopen. As pubs, bars and…

Oxford is leading a new AI lung cancer research programme

Oxford leads a new national AI research programme to improve lung cancer screening. An Oxford-led artificial intelligence (AI) research programme…

Further arrest made in the murder of Anthony Joyce

Thames Valley Police have made a further arrest in connection with a murder investigation in Oxford. On Saturday 27 June,…

Thames Valley Police issue a warning about the end of lockdown

This weekend will see pubs, bars and restaurants re-open their doors for trading. As we reported earlier today, Police forces…

Oxford to receive two new bus gates during August

Oxfordshire County Council and Oxford City Council have announced plans to install new temporary bus gates in Oxford. In recent…

You could receive a hardship discount on your council tax

An extra £150 of discount is now available to certain residents. Coronavirus has affected households in many different ways, but…

Trading Standards warn against misleading face mask claims

Traders in Oxfordshire are being warned not to sell low-tech face coverings as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or make claims…

Abingdon cycle routes get a facelift

People who are using two wheels to get round in Abingdon have received a boost from Oxfordshire County Council. Despite…

Lucky to be alive – the story of Jenny Eadon

Jenny Eadon receives a ‘clap out’ as she leaves intensive care. Jenny Eadon is a 77 year old artist from…