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Witney resident celebrates 100th birthday with card from King

A very happy 100th birthday to a special Witney resident! It's wonderful to see them celebrating this incredible milestone, and what a treat to receive a card from His Majesty the King.

22 August 2026
Oxford Mail

Man, 56, fined for speeding in 6mph offence

A Witney man has been fined after being caught driving at 36mph in a 30mph zone on Eynsham Road, Oxford.

21 August 2026
Oxford Mail

Oxfordshire town mayor’s bingo night raises funds for local charities

The Bingo, Pimms and Prosecco Night was hosted by Witney Mayor Jane Doughty as her first official fundraiser since taking office.

21 August 2026
Oxford Mail

HMRC loses long-running case against football referees

Azets, with offices in Witney and Bicester, said the outcome may be one of the most significant employment status decisions of recent years.

17 August 2026
Oxford Mail

13 Oxfordshire pubs win awards for beers, food and more: In pictures

Pictures of Oxfordshire pubs from Oxford to Witney and beyond show landlords celebrating awards.

16 August 2026
Oxford Mail

Council's plea as lifesaving water aids thrown out of reach into trees

Witney Town Council asked people to leave lifesaving water equipment alone after it was thrown out of reach near a river.

15 August 2026
Oxford Mail

Witney insurance broker says kindness can brighten people's day

The research, conducted by Witney-based insurance broker Howden, is part of its Nation of Frustration survey.

15 August 2026
Oxford Mail

Police issue Oxfordshire woodland fire warning amid arson report

Thames Valley Police has issued a woodland fire risk warning in Witney, Oxfordshire, following a suspected arson report.

2 August 2026
Oxford Mail

Road to close for three days for works by Thames Water

Mount Owen Road between Lew and Bampton near Witney will close for three days in August while Thames Water carries out essential fire hydrant replacement work.

28 July 2026
Oxford Mail

Restaurant, bar and hotel to close until September

A Witney restaurant, bar and hotel is now shut until later this year.

26 July 2026
Oxford Mail

Town council addresses concerns over Market Square and High Street works

A letter, signed by the leader of Witney Town Council and supported by all 17 town councillors, was sent to Oxfordshire County Council.

25 July 2026
Oxford Mail

Oxfordshire town named most expensive pint in the UK

It's been a year since Witney was named the most expensive place to buy a pint in the UK. Does it still hold the crown?

24 July 2026
Oxford Mail

New wayfinding scheme to make navigating Witney town centre easier

A Witney wayfinding project aims to support both residents and visitors with clearer signage, maps, and digital information to improve access to shops, public spaces, and attractions.

19 July 2026
Oxford Mail

UK private school on parkland estate announces expansion

A private school near Witney has announced it is expanding, with the creation of a new nursery

16 July 2026
Oxford Mail

New A40 slip roads scheduled to open to cut town centre traffic

The upgraded routes at the A40/B4022 Shores Green junction are designed to divert through-traffic away from Witney’s town centre.

15 July 2026
Oxford Mail

'Baffling': Councillor hits out at decision to reject parking trial

Witney councillor Liam Walker has criticised West Oxfordshire District Council for rejecting a trial closure of parking bays at Woodford Way car park in light of proposed redevelopment plans.

14 July 2026
Oxford Mail

Oxfordshire road to close temporarily for sewer works

A road in Witney is set to close temporarily for sewer cleaning works.

11 July 2026
Oxford Mail

Popular new restaurant celebrates double win at food awards

The Corn Room in Witney has seen huge success in the few months since it opened in March, and has now been handed two Ox in a Box awards.

6 July 2026
Oxford Mail

PICTURES: Crowds flock to annual summer fete at family farm

A family farm drew in the crowds over the weekend as the Cogges Summer Fete returned to Witney.

29 June 2026
Oxford Mail

Centenarian died after fall at Oxford hospice, inquest opening hears

A 100 year old man from Witney died after a fall at an Oxford hospice, an inquest heard.

28 June 2026

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