Edition #2114: From Dragons To Drones, Potholes And Prostate Cancers
25 June 2026
Witney's new sports complex buzzes with excitement; Oxfordshire slows down some roads for safety. Jeremy Clarkson shares his health battle sparking online search waves; a dragon parade makes its historic return.
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Opening Theme
Witney’s New Community Sports Park Launch
A newly opened sports park with amenities including tennis courts, netball arenas, pickleball facilities, cafes, fitness classes, skating area, public toilets, changing rooms are celebrated as an asset to Witney town.
200 Home Bid Will Destroy Peaceful Nature of Village
Speaker endorses an article praising a venue for Father’s Day; Another listener mentions appreciating coffee at different times during this warm weather with open windows acting as blinds.
Oxfordshire Speed Limits Decreased on Major Roads
Reductions from 60 mph to 20 mph on Oxfordshire Roads due to safety concerns; public consultation shows increased traffic and speeding over recent years.
Yellow Submarines got talent
Affordable Housing Surpasses Targets
West Oxfordshire District Council achieved its affordable homes target with over 352 units built and reported high success in waste collection; leader Andy Graham highlights responsible financial management leading to investments in environmental services partnership and assistance funds.
Council Heating Oversight Exposed
Heating issues at town council buildings with no one trained left them on; Wtney councillor calls it fiscally irresponsible.
Clarkson Talked about Cancer with Cameron
Clarkson Revelation Sparks Prostate Cancer Awareness
Jeremy Clarkson’s health announcement of aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis spurs surge in online searches for related symptoms and awareness.
Turn Raft Refurbished to Boost Bird Life at Witney Lake
Dragon Parade Returns after 50 Years
Man Arrested for Murder after Death of Woman in Her 50s
A woman in her 50s was found unresponsive at a home in Eynsham where she later died; suspicion of murder leading to arrest falls on a nearby man who has been released on bail pending investigation.
Falkland Islands Students Begin Boarding
Reflection with Hilary Ewing
The mayor of Manchester won last week’s election in Makerfield to return as Labour MP for Parliament’s leadership challenge; unusual media coverage includes helicopter drone footage similar to royalty visits or film stars, though the upcoming full-on leadership contest isn’t open and hasn’t closed yet.
Editor’s Piece & Quiz
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Pothole Queen Liz Makes Road Fixes Guarantee
Pothole queen Liz Lefman guarantees to address Oxfordshire’s road repair backlog in a newly created position focused solely on highways construction.
Pothole Fillers Hit, Sworn at, and Spat On
Workers filling Oxfordshire’s potholes face abuse from motorists; contractor M Group repaired over 33,000 defects in FY2026-27 despite challenges.
Celebrating Half-A-Century of Health Care
A medical practice celebrates its golden jubilee while engaging local community with an outdoor fair filled with health-related activities.
Electric Car Giant, Neo, Open Centre in Town
Neo has inaugurated its latest research center after ten years to consolidate UK operations, with significant contributions from Oxfordshire-based engineers over this decade across multiple vehicle programs.
Rednap Tackles Council on England Flag Court Ban
Football legend Harry Rednap criticizes Oxfordshire County Council for seeking legal action against flying England flags despite his opposition; ‘raise the colours’ group defends freedom of expression with flag placements.
Hose Pipes, Sprinklers, and Showers Are Driving up Water Use
Thames Water reports increased water usage in UK despite drought; hot weather causes higher consumption due to showers and sprinklers.
Former PM Wins Planning Battle for Huge Veg Patch
Former Prime Minister wins permission for large vegetable patch; planning victory after six-year struggle over swimming pool accusation.
Goodbye!
David Cameron’s potential switch to the Greens is mentioned; weekly news wraps up with appreciation for contributors and a pre-recorded joke about a talking moth seeking help.