Pollution19 hrs agoBoating lake closed due to dangerous algal bloomThe town council has been advised by the Environment Agency to shut the lake due to health risks. 19 hrs ago1 day agoRiver 'wife' hopes Avon will gain new rightsMeg Avon held a wedding event to raise awareness about untreated sewage being pumped into waterways.1 day ago2 days agoThousands of fish killed in park pollution mysteryDead eels, sticklebacks, gudgeon and stone loach were discovered in a stretch of the River Pool.2 days ago3 days agoAlarm after herring gulls found covered in oilThirteen birds were found covered in a sticky substance "smelling like fish oil", with many more seen.3 days ago5 days agoResearchers go wild for animal projectA group of researchers take on a new approach to protecting animals - by attempting to live like them.5 days ago6 days agoPlans for clean air zone in town centre rejectedCouncillors decide a clean air zone would cost too much and outweigh the benefits of the scheme.6 days ago27 Jun 2026One woman's radio mission to beat Britain's litterRuth Major, 81, hopes to spread her campaign by appearing on all 39 BBC local radio stations.27 Jun 202625 Jun 2026Calls for government action on chemical pollutionCherwell District Council leader urges forever chemical pollution action around former RAF base.25 Jun 202624 Jun 2026Environmental plan is largely off track, warns watchdogA report says many of the measures are "well within the reach" of government and it was a matter of "moving away from planning into delivery".24 Jun 2026...
