Brian Donaldson
Brian Donaldson is a highly respected sports writer known for his insightful analysis. Born and raised in Oxford, Brian's passion for football began at a young age, as he spent countless hours playing and watching Oxford United.
With a degree in journalism, Brian embarked on a career as a sports writer, quickly making a name for himself in the industry.
Environment Agency to clear illegal waste site near Kidlington after fire-risk review
The Environment Agency (EA) will clear the illegal landfill site on land outside Kidlington, with planning work starting immediately after officials concluded that the...
Festival of Light returns to Newbury — lantern parade, live music and free workshops
For those in South Oxfordshire, Corn Exchange Newbury’s much-loved Festival of Light lights up the town centre this December with a glowing parade of...
Faringdon Community College receives hundreds of treats for Christmas hamper appeal
Students, parents, carers and staff at Faringdon Community College have donated hundreds of Christmas treats and essentials for the school’s annual hamper and shoebox...
Mayor of Ramallah visits Oxford to strengthen city links
The Mayor of Ramallah, Issa Kassis, visited Oxford on Tuesday 9 December, accompanied by Ambassador Husam Zomlot (who is from Ramallah), to reaffirm the...
Quiet, please: how Oxfordshire offices can cut noise without a rebuild
Open-plan rooms, hard floors and lively teams are great for energy, but not always for getting work done.
Ask anyone in a coworking space off...
What Oxfordshire businesses can do to reduce work-related injuries
HSE figures show 124 worker fatalities in 2024/25. Most incidents are preventable. This guide turns UK legal duties and best practice into clear, actionable...
Five smart checks for choosing the right supplier (an Oxfordshire business guide)
If you run a workshop off Banbury Road, a café in Jericho or a lab on the Science Park, you hear the same thing:...
Winter family breaks from Oxford: cosy cottages, festive cities, snow tasters
Planning a family holiday (or vacation) close to home as an alternative to the usual sunshine break winter holidays? These tried-and-tested picks balance adventure...
Must-do campervan upgrades: solar, storage, safety and the smart tweaks that actually help
Thinking of refreshing your camper for 2026 trips? Here’s a practical UK-focused guide to upgrades that make van life easier, safer and quieter, without...
Wheel Castors: Small Changes That Create Safer Factory Floors
Factory safety isn’t only about big machines and big budgets. Small tweaks to trolleys, carts and castors can cut risk, ease manual handling and...
