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Oxfordshire County Council - Kidlington, Kirtlington and Watereaton news
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Firefighters tackle half-marathon - 03/09/2010
Two firefighters from Oxfordshire are tackling this years Great North Run wearing full firefighting kit and carrying a breathing apparatus weighing 10 kilograms, for all 13.1 miles of what's thought to be the most iconic half-marathon in the world.
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Solar panels transform school's energy use - 02/09/2010
A carbon-conscious primary school has taken a giant leap into the future of renewable energy by installing 22 solar panels on its roof in time for the new school term.
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Oxfordshire's 'Big Debate' hits the road - 01/09/2010
Oxfordshire County Council's bid to gather views from local people on how major cuts to budgets that provide important services might be managed in coming years is set to hit the road with a series of public meetings planned for September.
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Oxfordshire firefighters help save lives in Africa - 25/08/2010
A team of firefighters is travelling more than 3,000 miles in September to provide vital training to fire crews in Ghana.
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Couple's joy at joint GCSE English results - 25/08/2010
Wanting to keep their options open inspired a couple to take a GCSE in English together through Oxfordshire County Council's Adult Learning service.
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Oxfordshire students celebrate best ever GCSE results - 24/08/2010
The early indications from this year’s GCSE results for Oxfordshire show the county's students celebrating their best ever results.
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Number of first-time young offenders in county halved - 19/08/2010
Youth offending in Oxfordshire is continuing to decline at a faster rate than national figures just published in the Youth Justice Board report.
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Green projects scoop top awards - 27/07/2010
Green-conscious schools and community groups were given the red carpet treatment when they picked up 'OSCAs' for their work to improve the local environment.
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Be fire-aware this summer - 23/07/2010
Barbecues, caravan and camping trips and visits to the countryside are just a few ways we can make the most of the hot weather - but they can be dangerous pursuits.
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Centre nets Investor in Education award - 12/07/2010
Giving local schoolchildren a practical insight in social care has netted an award for a centre in Bicester which caters for older people.
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Oxfordshire's big debate on budgets - 12/07/2010
Oxfordshire County Council is keen to hear the views of residents on how unprecedented savings to the budgets that provide key services might be made in coming years as part of a 'Big Debate'.
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Take on the Summer Reading Challenge - 08/07/2010
Children can be launched into a literary orbit this summer by taking part in an out-of-this-world holiday challenge in Oxfordshire's libraries.
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National Family Week - 27/05/2010
The second National Family Week runs from 31 May to 6 June 2010.
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Fostering the future of our young people
- 13/05/2010
Foster Care Fortnight is launched in the county on Monday 17 May and asks the question "Do you have the skills to foster?".
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Unwind your mind at county libraries - 24/03/2010
A series of books are about to be launched in 14 Oxfordshire libraries covering issues as diverse as stress, Alzheimer's, bullying, relationships and depression.
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Get enrolled on Adult Learning courses - 19/03/2010
It's a good time to think about taking on a new challenge this summer with a range of courses being offered by the Adult Learning Service.
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World issues debated in special UN meeting in Oxfordshire
- 26/02/2010
Climate change, terrorism, and water shortages will be on the agenda when future politicians and diplomats from all over the world gather in the county to debate key world issues over the next fortnight.
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Win a grant to design your own playground - 21/01/2010
Grants of up to £2,000 are on offer to groups wanting some professional help bringing alive their ideas for play areas within their local communities.
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Firefighters' cold weather advice - 11/01/2010
Oxfordshire County Council's Fire and Rescue service is urging residents ensure they keep warm during this prolonged period of cold weather and minimise the risk of house fires and road accidents.
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New public transport guides - 16/12/2009
Oxfordshire County Council has published its winter edition of the Public Transport Guide, detailing bus routes across Oxfordshire.
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