Edition #2051
13 March 2025
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Plans for 78 homes in Freeland face Council refusal next week due to public objections over lack of infrastructure and environmental concerns.
Lack of transport links hinders West Oxfordshire’s growth; MP proposes rebuilding railway to link Witney, Carterton, and Oxford; Critics argue rail link is expensive and unnecessary.
A baseball bat fight between a man and a teenager led to an armed police response in Witney. The teenage boy suffered a serious head injury. Police believe it was a targeted attack among people known to each other.
Witney woman Chloe Bignall will run the London Marathon in memory of her mother who died of a rare cancer, raising funds for sarcoma research; Chloe was heavily pregnant when her mother died, and the cancer was initially misdiagnosed; Chloe and her partner Murren will run the marathon despite having never run more than 10km.
Graffiti offenders wanted after offensive damage in Witney; Salesperson appeals for witnesses; Residents noticed recent offensive graffiti in Haseley Lane and Abbey Pishonds
Blenheim Palace celebrated World Wildlife Day, showcasing its diverse habitats, highlighting native honeybee preservation, and protecting bat species like the rare lesser horseshoe. During lake dredging, the team relocated water voles for safety.
Lucy Marshall, 65, completed a charity challenge after battling nine brain tumours, raising funds for The Brain Tumour Charity. Her journey included surgery, immunotherapy, and overcoming complications like meningitis and COVID pneumonia.
West Oxfordshire Council unveils new plan for sustainable development; Focuses on net-zero carbon and affordable housing; Public transport and infrastructure investment prioritised
Over 100 home plans near Chipping Norton set for approval despite objections; Residents worry about traffic, wildlife, and infrastructure; Developer argues for need of affordable homes.
Oxfordshire County Council forms new link with Royal Navy Warship HMP Diamond; Affiliation confirmed at Blenheim Palace event; Link aims to promote understanding and collaboration between naval officers and Oxfordshire representatives.
Oxfordshire homes dispute: Developers’ 5-home plan quashed despite villagers’ support; Council rejects despite backing to help elderly, saying it goes against rural character; Inspector sides with council, cites inaccessible location and design issues.
Prolific thief relieved to be jailed for stealing from supermarkets, confessing hunger drove him to crime, sentenced to 12 months for 6 thefts and cannabis cultivation.
Several funerals announced in local news; services held at various churches and crematoriums. Widow with macular degeneration to speak at support group meeting. Various listening alternatives offered.
Oxford United staged a comeback with two early goals before weathering a late Norwich City attack to earn a draw in a Championship playoff. Josh Sargent opened the scoring for Norwich after just five minutes. Mark Harris equalized thirteen minutes later. United’s defense held firm despite some late pressure, with Jamie Cumming making a crucial save in the 90th minute.
Whitneytown Band placed second in regional brass band contest; Their performance of ‘I Daedalus’ received praise; They thanked organisers and will next compete in Stevenage.
The newsreader thanked contributors and announced the end of the edition. No significant news stories were covered.