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Fall advice
AN event to help prevent falls at home will be held at Henley library on Tuesday from 10am to 1pm. It is being run by Right at Home and representatives will offer practical advice and demonstrations to help people stay safe and independent at home. ...
10 Nov 2025 at 09:30
Wild church
A “WILD” Church Remembrance service will be held on Sunday in Medmenham at 2.30pm. It will take place at the former practice trenches where many young men trained before being sent to the front in the First World War. The service will learn of ...
Heads could strike after ruling on inspections
A UNION will consult its members on strike action after it lost a bid to challenge Ofsted’s new inspection plans in court. The National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) claimed the education watchdog failed to adequately consult on its ...
Pub named best of the season by campaign group
A PUB in Whitchurch Hill has been awarded Pub of the Season by South Oxfordshire’s Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA). John O’Grady, 63, and his partner Svitlana Hordiyko, 60, took over the Sun in Whitchurch Hill in May 2025. The couple moved ...
Tractor run for heroes
A TRACTOR run will be held to commemorate Remembrance Sunday. The convoy will meet at the Butcher’s Arms pub in Sonning Common for bacon rolls and hot drinks before departing between 9am and 9.30am. The route will take in the Common in ...
‘Botched’ road recoating work angers residents
RESIDENTS in a road in Wargrave have spoken of their anger at a “botched” repair job which they say the council have “failed” to acknowledge despite contacting them more than 20 times. Homeowners in Watermans Way have challenged ...
Highways chief sets new reduced speed limits for 17 roads
LOWER 40mph and 50mph speed limits will be put in place between Oxford and Reading to improve road safety. The restrictions will be put in place on 17 busy roads following investigations by Oxfordshire County Council, the ...
20 Oct 2025 at 09:30
Free bin offer
RESIDENTS who subscribe to South Oxfordshire District Council’s brown bin service can have an extra collection for free. This will be collected on their normal collection day between October 27 and November 7. Residents ...
13 Oct 2025 at 09:30
Cost of living
A FOOD and warmth grant scheme has been launched by South Oxfordshire District Council to help organisations which support residents struggling with the cost of living. The scheme will distribute grants to ...
06 Oct 2025 at 09:30
Honoured by show win
I was honoured to win the Hayley Memorial Cup for best exhibitor (art) in the produce tent at this year’s Henley Farm and Country Show. The tent has been run by Donna Guile for 25 years and is an integral ...
22 Sept 2025 at 09:30
Pay with cash
A PUB in Binfield Heath has returned to accepting cash for purchases. Staff at the Bottle and Glass Inn say they have listened to their customers in bringing back the payment option.
Listen to your body and get help if needed
EVERY September we shine a light on gynaecological cancers — those that begin in the female reproductive tract. These include ovarian, cervical, uterine (womb), vaginal, vulval and the lesser-discussed ...
Pet shop to relocate
THE Pet Barn has applied for planning permission to build a new shop at Manor Farm in Peppard Common. The plans, submitted to South Oxfordshire District Council, include the construction of a 288 sq m ...
Play tennis on lawn
A FREE lawn tennis family day is taking place at The Oratory School in Woodcote on Sunday from 2pm. All abilities and ages are welcome to take part. It will be the last event to be held on the courts ...
Space to unwine-d in all seasons
WHEN Alan and Marina Smee moved into Meadowbrook in 1982 they were planting the seeds of a whole new life. Alan, then a pilot with British Airways, had long harboured a dream of owning a vineyard. ...
MP hosts debate on ‘valuable’ trails
FREDDIE van Mierlo said he will continue to fight for the funding of National Trails. The Henley MP hosted a debate on their conditions in Westminster on Tuesday, focusing on the Thames Path and ...
15 Sept 2025 at 09:30
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