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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

October is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month. Domestic abuse is not always physical. It can take many forms, including controlling or coercive behaviour, emotional abuse, intimidation and financial abuse.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Fancy trying ballroom dancing, sign language or a seated exercise session? Join us at the free Older People’s Day event in Bicester Wednesday, 7 October. Drop in between 9am and 1pm at the John Paul II Centre, OX26 6AW for a cuppa, info and advice from local services, and electric blanket testing.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Please come along to Banbury Town Hall where we are holding a Jobs Fair with Jobcentre Plus. We have a range of employers here to help anyone looking for employment, new opportunities or wanting to take their career in a new direction.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

As Second Hand September draws to a close we want to encourage everyone to continue to embrace what the month is all about, giving pre-loved a little more love. If you’re having a clear-out, don’t forget that unwanted clothes and other suitable items could be given a second life too.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Ready for your next career move? Whether you’re looking for your first job, considering a career change, returning to work or simply exploring what’s out there, the Banbury Jobs Fair could be a great place to start. Join us at the Banbury Town Hall on Wednesday, 30 September from 10am to 1pm.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

A new public art project is coming to Bicester, and we want local residents to help us celebrate at a free T-shirt stencilling workshop this Sunday!

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Neil the banana peel would love to be rescued and recycled in your food caddy! Did you know, that the two plants our food waste goes to in Oxfordshire generate enough electricity to power around 9,000 homes - equivalent to a town the size of Grove.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Following a special meeting of the council's Planning Committee last night we are finalising our consultation response to the Home Office's Bicester Garrison Site A application.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

From bathroom shelf to bike shelf. Your recycled aerosols could become parts for a bike. That empty deodorant, hairspray or air freshener may have reached the end of its journey in your bathroom, but it could be the start of a new one.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Could your home be better prepared for flooding? Join us next week at our flood prevention event and discover practical advice, simple preventative measures, and the support available to help reduce flood risks.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We would like to remind residents that the government consultation for the Site A, the former Bicester Garrison is still open.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

As part of Move Together we are proud to support our community partners in providing wellbeing services to our residents. We're excited to share that new postnatal classes run by Mums, Tots & Squats and Bexercise have been launched in Bicester, Deddington and Yarnton!

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Today the government made an announcement on Local Government Reorganisation, read our Leader, Cllr Lesley McLean's response at, www.cherwell.gov.uk/...

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Did you know today is National Wildlife Day? We have a wide range of beautiful green spaces across our district that provide homes for wildlife and beautiful places for residents to enjoy and explore.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Our council leader, Cllr Lesley McLean, has written to the government calling for urgent action to address the national fridge and freezer recycling crisis, which has forced us to suspend collections.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We're aware that some residents may have concerns and be seeking information about the subject of PFAS at Heyford Park. To help keep residents and communities informed, we've created a webpage where you can find the latest updates and guidance, including a dedicated email address.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Happy International Dog Day! From GPS trackers and smart collars to pet cameras and automated feeders, we're buying more pet tech than ever before.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

We have received confirmation from the Planning Inspector that the examination of the Cherwell Local Plan Review 2042 can continue. Listen to Cllr Chris Aramini-Brant as he explains what this positive outcome means for Cherwell and residents. Read more at, www.cherwell.gov.uk/local-plan-milestone

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Don't miss our final summer holiday activator sessions! We're wrapping up this year's programme with two free multi-skills sessions at Spiceball Park, Banbury next week on Wednesday 26 August, 10:30-11:30am and Thursday 27 August, 11am-12pm.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Today is #WorldPhotographyDay and to celebrate we've gone through our albums to share some of our favourite photos that capture why we love Cherwell. What is your favourite photography spot in Cherwell?

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Across the 2025/26 financial year over £700,000 was invested into our communities through S106 developer funding. The funding helped to deliver a range of local improvements across Cherwell, creating better spaces, facilities and opportunities for residents to enjoy.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Due to the amber weather alert for extreme heat we have made the decision to cancel our activator sessions taking place tomorrow (Thursday 13 August) at Garth Park, Bicester 11am to 12pm, Spider Park, Bicester 1pm to 2pm and 2pm to 3pm.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

To help you make confident recycling choices, our waste & recycling team will be continuing their recycling roadshow over the coming weeks, visiting communities, answering questions and providing support. • Bicester Methodist Church – Fri 14 Aug from 10am • Kidlington library – Fri 21 Aug from 11am

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

It's National Allotments Week! From freshly picked veg to blooming flowers, allotments are wonderful spaces that bring communities together, support wellbeing and help us learn new skills. This year's theme is grow to learn.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

When chatting with local residents about recycling, we understand that the overwhelming majority of people want to do their bit to create a cleaner, greener Cherwell.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Looking for something fun to keep the kids busy this week? Why not stop by our free Youth Activators session at Kingsmere Community Centre, Bicester tomorrow from 10am to 12pm!

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

We have called on the Government to ensure local residents are given a genuine opportunity to make their views known and have those views properly considered as part of the planning process for the proposed temporary accommodation site for up to 1,250 asylum seekers in Bicester.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Did you know that it is #LoveParksWeek? Whether you're enjoying a local event, free activity facilities or just soaking up the scenic views please show the spaces some love by helping to keep them clean and welcoming for all.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

A shout out all of our waste collection staff who did a brilliant job ensuring that our services remained running during the recent hot weather. Thank you to everyone for their dedication, resilience and professionalism to ensure everything continued as normal for residents.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Did you know the UK is home to more than 2,500 species of moth? From colourful Garden Tigers to giant Hawk-moths, these fascinating night-time visitors are far more diverse than you might think!

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Week 1 of summer fun is done... and we're ready to do it all again next week! 🎉 Join us for FREE cricket, multi-sports and family fun sessions across Banbury, Bicester and Kidlington 👇

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

On Thursday, 16 July a by-election was held in the Kidlington West district ward. The result from this election was as follows: Packard, Rob (Liberal Democrats) elected with 1,028 votes For a breakdown of the result, visit www.cherwell.gov.uk/info/11/elections/1319/elections-2026/4

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Government has today confirmed its decision on the future of local government in our area. Watch our Council Leader, Cllr Lesley McLean, explain what this means for Cherwell residents and how we will continue to represent you and support our communities. Find further info at 3councils.org

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

The government has announced that Oxfordshire and West Berkshire will move to 3 new unitary councils in 2028: ◼️ Greater Oxford Council ◼️ Northern Oxfordshire Council ◼️ Ridgeway Council These 3 new councils will replace the current 7 councils. Find out more 👉 www.cherwell.gov.uk/...

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

The government has announced 3 new councils for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire in 2028: ◼️ Greater Oxford Council ◼️ Northern Oxfordshire Council ◼️ Ridgeway Council These new councils will replace the current 7 councils. Read the full announcement here 👉

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

While many people will be tuning into England's match against Argentina this evening, for those experiencing domestic abuse major sporting tournaments can be a difficult time. We want to let you know that help is available at www.cherwell.gov.uk/... #Youarenotalone #DomesticAbuseAwareness

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Kick off the school holidays in style by joining a number of community partners at the free family friendly Banbury Play Day at People's Park next Wednesday (22 July) from 11am!

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Kick off the school holidays in style by joining a number of community partners at the free family friendly Banbury Play Day at People's Park next Thursday (22 July) from 11am!

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

This week our waste collection crews will again be starting their rounds earlier due to the warm weather forecast. To ensure that your bin is collected please place it out ready for collection the night before or by 6am on your collection day.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

As England prepares for tomorrow's World Cup semi-final, it's important to remember that major tournaments can see a rise in domestic abuse incidents. Research found reported incidents increased by 38% when England lost & 26% when they won or drew, with levels remaining 11% higher the next day.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

An amber heat alert is in effect from today until Sunday, 12 July which covers the Cherwell district. Find lots of advice on how to stay safe in the sun and beat the heat at, www.gov.uk/governmen...

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

An amber heat alert is in effect from today until Sunday, 12 July which covers the Cherwell district. Find lots of advice on how to stay safe in the sun and beat the heat at, www.gov.uk/governmen...

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

This video still was captured by a farmer near Chesterton who had grown tired of finding green waste dumped on his land. The footage showed a Kidlington resident fly-tipping two large bags of green waste onto an existing pile, raising suspicions that this was not an isolated incident.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

The England team's World Cup victory this morning has given us all something to cheer about. But as celebrations continue, for many this will be a difficult time and we want to remind anyone affected by domestic abuse that support is available.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

With warm weather forecast yet again this week, our crews will be starting their collection rounds earlier than usual to make sure everyone stays safe whilst working outdoors.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Banbury could be the #TownofCulture2028! We have officially entered the Department for Culture, Media and Sport competition by submitting a digital postcard to celebrate the town’s culture and heritage.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Our waste and recycling team are hosting a recycling roadshow today in the ground floor foyer of our Castle Quay offices in Banbury.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Councillor Lesley McLean was confirmed as the new leader of the council in May and we’re pleased to share a new message from her setting out her love of the district and her ambition to help everyone feel supported and proud of living in Cherwell.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

From April 2028, contacting your council will be simpler. Whichever option is chosen – one, two or three new councils – you’ll be able to contact one council for the services you need. No more working out who does what. Read more on our blog 👉 www.cherwell.gov.uk/how-does-lgr-work

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Calling community groups in Cherwell, have you got an idea to help keep homes cool this summer? Funding of up to £1,000 is available through the Hot Homes grants to support projects that help residents stay safe and comfortable during extreme heat.

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