As the cold weather closes in with biting frosts and long, depressing hours of darkness, the combined effects of the pandemic and financial problems threaten to drive us into a pit of total despondency. But if lack of money is your problem, take heart because there could be a way to take control of the…
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Free parking at Oxford’s park and rides during Christmas period
Shoppers and people planning to support hospitality businesses in the run-up to Christmas are being encouraged to do so safely and avoid the busiest times. Oxfordshire County Council and Oxford City Council are providing free parking at Oxford’s five park and ride sites from Saturday 5 December until Sunday 27 December, to support businesses and…
Book now for a Drive-in Carol service at Aldi- Faringdon
As promised here are the details of how to book your car into the Drive-in Carol service(s) on Sunday December 20th at 6pm or 7.15pm at Aldi car park Faringdon, The services will last about 40 minutes and be suitable for All Ages, Please go to http://bitly.ws/aEYg or use the QR code below and click ‘select a…
People urged to support local traders in the Vale and South Oxfordshire as councils confirm free parking days in the run up to Christmas
People in the Vale of White Horse and South Oxfordshire can park for free on specific days this December and are being urged to use this opportunity to support their local shops and cafes in the run up to Christmas. Each year Vale of White Horse and South Oxfordshire District Councils provide free parking days…
Town and Parish Council update – Thursday 19 November – Vale of White Horse
Businesses can now apply for lockdown support grants If you’re aware of any local businesses that have been severely financially affected by the latest national lockdown, including those that have been temporarily forced to close, please signpost them to the latest financial support available. There’s new support grant funding worth up to £3,000 a month…
Local Businesses invited to register their details in the Faringdon Welcome Pack
We understand that small businesses are at risk during this pandemic, so we would like to promote your businesses to more residents in town. We will be distributing welcome packs to new residents and we would like to know if you wish to register your business as part of the town pack. All local businesses…
Safe shopping advice for Oxfordshire bargain hunters… Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Shoppers in Oxfordshire are being encouraged to be scam-aware and avoid their anticipated Black Friday and Cyber Monday online bargains becoming expensive rip-offs. Safe shopping advice is from Oxfordshire County Council’s trading standards team. The two US-inspired bargain bonanza days have become popular with retailers in recent years, with consumers looking to pick up items, particularly online, in the…
Faringdon Town Council- Tidy Team
Do you know of any area in Faringdon that is in need of a tidy ? The Tidy Team can weed, cut back undergrowth and pick up litter on paths and in alleyways around the town. Please send you requests to Liz@faringdontowncouncil .gov.uk
Live Chat Improves Access To Support For Victims of Crime
Victims First which supports victims of crime and abuse across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, has launched a Live Chat service to improve access to support for victims. The Live Chat service which is now live on Victim First’s website www.victims-first.org.uk, offers a new way to access support, enabling victims to talk online with a Victims…