Oxford Culture Newswire Archive

08-07-2008 15:48 | 5 comment(s)

Mary-Jane Sareva responsible for police arrest two people on false charges.

On Sunday at EOCC Mary-Jane Sareva refused to engage in dialog and instead rapidly resorted to violence and intimidation to resolve the issue – when that failed she resorted to lying to the police. Read more >>

07-07-2008 14:46 | 8 comment(s)

Green councillor has local community activists arrested

A 'green' councillor in Oxford encouraged police to arrest two people on false charges merely for insisting on their rights to access the local community centre, a space which both of them have worked hard as volunteers to support and develop. There is an ongoing story of Cllr Mary-Jane Sareva trying to extend her control over the centre. Read more >>

05-07-2008 22:20 | 0 comment(s)

'Squashed Princess DI'!

Has anyone seen the images on the outside of East Oxford Community Centre the one on the left looks like a squashed Princess Di and the other is obviously Saddam Hussain ?? Read more >>

31-05-2008 18:56 | 2 comment(s)

Newsletter Number Two from East Oxford Community Centre Action Group

East Oxford Community Centre Action Group
21st May 2008
Newsletter Number Two
Threats Documented…
Property development on the site of East Oxford Community Centre,
Property development on the site of East Oxford Games Hall,
Demolition of most of East East Oxford Community Centre site including the Social Club bar
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06-04-2008 01:52 | 0 comment(s)

East Oxford Social Club - more details of the stitch-up

East Oxford Community Social Club is a social club run for and by its members, based in a local community centre for which it raises money. It's unique not just for the way it's run but also because of its diverse, inclusive and friendly atmosphere, cheap prices and availability as a community venue. Meanwhile the local cops are doing everything in their power to see that it closes. Read more >>

26-03-2008 23:19 | 1 comment(s)

Oxford community-run bar under threat from local cops

East Oxford Community Social Club is a social club run for and by its members, based in a local community centre for which it raises money. It's unique not just for the way it's run but also because of its diverse, inclusive and friendly atmosphere, cheap prices and availability as a community venue.

A personal account and call to action. Corrections and comments welcome! Read more >>

15-03-2008 14:40 | 0 comment(s)

Tara Protester in tunnel to stop Construction of M3 Motorway near Hill of Tara

A Female Protester has sealed herself into a tunnel under a hill upon which the Rath Lugh National Monument is positioned to stop construction of the M3 Motorway near the Hill of Tara. 100 protesters have now joined the protest at Rath Lugh.
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17-02-2008 09:41 | 0 comment(s)

East Oxford Vamp Flick

A community film made many years ago with the oldy school oxford activist scene.

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13-02-2008 23:36 | 2 comment(s)

A Catwalk Through Time: Charity Fashion Show

A journey in couture and culture illustrating the history of French costume from the 4th Century to the present day. With replica Medieval & Renaissance costume, Marie Antoinette, 20s flappers, 50s age of couture and more. Read more >>

11-02-2008 18:05 | 1 comment(s)

You are what you eat

What children eat at an early age determines what they will eat later in childhood and what they will eat as adults. Read more >>

05-12-2007 01:00 | 0 comment(s)

Herbiyar Marri detained by British authorities

Exiled Baluch Patriot Herbiyar Marri has been arrested by British authorities, his house and the entire neigbourhood in London has been cordoned off. The property is being searched and his family has been evacuated. This incident has been prompted by the Pakistani authorities to pressurise and curb Baluch human rights workers Read more >>

30-11-2007 18:18 | 0 comment(s)

Message Board

Your being watched! Read more >>

07-10-2007 03:46 | 0 comment(s)

Corporate publishing houses

For all the bad press that they receive, a lot of people still believe that Western corporations are making some sort of contribution to improving the lot of people in the third world. Let me present a counter-example.

24-09-2007 00:15 | 0 comment(s)

Stop Genocide of Baloch People in Iran and Pakistan

APPEAL TO WORLD : Stop Genocide of Baloch People in IRAN and PAKISTAN Read more >>

15-09-2007 15:13 | 1 comment(s)

Costa Nothing strikes again!

More coffee, tea and cake handed out by the caffeinated crew Read more >>

10-09-2007 14:12 | 2 comment(s)

It Costa Nothing! Reclaiming the Cowley Road

Increasingly annoyed with the growing number of chains and instead of whinging about the state of our society, a group of intrepid activists decided to do something about it...
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30-06-2007 19:46 | 0 comment(s)

Palestinian Children Visit to Oxford - Summer 2007

Eight children (4 girls and 4 boys) are coming to Oxford for 2 weeks. They will visit our city, as well as London, the Cotswolds and make a trip to the sea side. During the 2nd week, they will take part in the Pegasus Theatre Summer Youth Workshop. There will be many opportunities for the people of Oxford to participate. Read more >>

11-06-2007 18:04 | 3 comment(s)

TV has to change

The is a new video portal that wonts to over through the US government and save the planet for corporate corruption. They have a criminal history you can find there plan here:

http://visionontv.net Read more >>

07-06-2007 16:50 | 0 comment(s)

Comics and Activism: the perfect combination. Meeting 12/06/07

What's better than activism? Reading! (OK which one of you said "sex"? I heard you). Ahem, where were we? Reading, yes. What's a really cool format to read stuff in? Graphic novels! So, why not combine the two?
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04-06-2007 08:47 | 0 comment(s)

Opening of Barracks Lane Community Garden & Workshops, 16 June

This looks like a very worthwhile development, with an exciting range of activities planned over the summer and beyond. You may be allergic to Andrew Smith MP, who is officially opening the event at 3:00pm, but the project itself seems excellent, so don't hang back if you're free this afternoon. Check out the pdf for more details. Read more >>