Category: News

We are still looking for more volunteers keen to join us on the 29th of February from 10.30 am until 12:30 pm. The clean up aims at clearing old woods and ivy from the hedge of the land alongside the Hobble. Faringdon Town councillors will be there to talk to people about the Wilderness project…

In May 2020, Oxfordshire Youth, the counties leading Youth Organisation, will be hosting a spectacular event not to be missed. The event, which is sponsored by BLENHEIM, will shine a light on Oxfordshire’s outstanding, hard-working and talented children and young people (age 8-21) who deserve to be celebrated. Anyone can nominate, from teachers, to parents…

On behalf of Emergency Planning As you will have seen on the news we are due some wet and windy weather again this weekend.  The latest reports indicate that wind speeds will be slightly lower than last week but rainfall is likely to be heavier so there is an increased chance of flooding.  Oxfordshire County…

Town councillors will be available for you to raise any issues or ideas every Saturday. Please visit them at the Old Town Hall this Saturday 15th of February between 10 am and 12 pm. Contact Jo King for further details. [email protected]

Uk Power Networks shared with us few rules to follow in extreme weather conditions . Anyone experiencing a power cut should: Call 105 to report power cuts and damage to the electricity network, or 0800 3163 105 (from a corded phone or mobile phone if you have no power) Visit www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk for the latest updates…

Introduction Ahead of the UK formally leaving the European Union on Friday 31 January 2020, this is an update on planning for Brexit by the county council and their partners. Cherwell District Council has taken the lead on liaising with the districts and City councils, and in turn working closely with the county council to…

“Farcycles has a mission to increase cycling in the community, so that everyone benefits.  Individuals will be fitter.  Our roads will be safer, less congested and polluted.  Everyone will be healthier and happier.” Farcycles.weebly.com Does your child need a bicycle?  Do YOU need a bicycle?  Do you have unused or unwanted bikes at home? Does…

Waste enforcement officers from South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councils are heading out to a series of events starting next week, where they will meet the public to talk about littering. They have also put together a top ten list of excuses given to them by people caught in the act. These…

Second round of the children clothes swap FTC welcomes the new year promoting a good re-using initiative. This Saturday 1st of February the kids clothes swap returns to the Old Town hall, in Faringdon. The event will start at 10:00 and will finish at 13:00. Come and visit us , bring your unwanted items and…

We are looking for a School Crossing Patrol Officer at Faringdon Junior School, Faringdon. The working hours are 7.5 per week – ¾ hour in the morning and afternoon Monday – Friday. This role is permanent, on a term time only basis. Current pay is £9.18 per hour. In this role, you will help to…