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Cricket fixtures
Matches scheduled for Sunday, May 18, 2003 BRITISH UNIVERSITIES CUP Bristol UCCE v Oxford UCCE. REPRESENTATIVE Oxfordshire v Gloucestershire 2nd (Banbury, 11). CLUB MATCHES Oxford & Horspath v United Oxford Hospitals, East & West Hendred v Summertown
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Bicester sign up Inam to face rivals Thame
Home Counties Premier League: Bicester & North Oxford have signed Pakistani all-rounder Inam ul Haq - and he is set to make his debut in the Division 2 West Oxfordshire derby at Thame tomorrow. Skipper Darryl Woods is hoping ul Haq can inspire Bicester
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Cricket fixtures
Matches scheduled for Saturday, May 17 HOME COUNTIES PREMIER LEAGUE Div 1: Banbury v Radlett, Hemel Hempstead v Oxford & H, Henley v Reading. Div 2 West: Thame Tn v Bicester & N Oxford. THE OXFORD TIMES CHERWELL LEAGUE Div 1: Aston Rowant v Shipton
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Faulty door may have caused death
An elderly woman may have died because a faulty garage door fell on her head, an inquest heard. Elizabeth Wix, 82, was found by her husband in a confused state at their home, in Ewelme, near Wallingford, in April last year. She had suffered two serious
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Boys and girls tag on to rugby
Around 250 boys and girls will be participating in the Chairman's Cup Oxfordshire Under 11's Tag Rugby Tournament at Oxford Brookes University's Harcourt Hill Campus, North Hinksey, next Wednesday (1pm). The Chairman's Cup, is named after the former chairman
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VISA sponsor World Cup
VISA International are the official sponsors of the Under 21 World Cup, which will be held around Oxfordshire next month. The opening ceremony will take place on June 11 at Oxford United's Kassam Stadium which will be the venue for the semi-finals and
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Cholsey back down to earth
Cholsey were brought crashing down to earth after Thame won their OLTA Inter-Club League Men's 3-Pair Division 1 clash 8-1. After getting their campaign off to a flying start with a 7-2 victory over Oxford City B, Cholsey were looking to record back-to-back
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Advice given to businesses
Small firms in the Vale of White Horse are set to benefit from easier access to business advice. Business Link, which offers free help and support to new businesses or existing companies in south Oxfordshire, is to start bi-monthly clinics at the Grove
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'Breast is best'
Midwives from Wantage's Maternity Unit have been highlighting the importance of breast-feeding. As part of a national week of raising awareness about the issue, they are visiting shops and businesses in the town asking if they will agree to display 'breast-feeding
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Tennis fixtures
Matches scheduled for Sunday, May 18, 2003 WILSON OXON LTA LEAGUE 3-PAIR LEAGUE Mixed Div 1: Oxford City B v Bicester. Div 2: Witney B v Bicester B. Div 3: Kings Sutton v North Oxford D, Bicester C v Oxford City C. 2-PAIR LEAGUE Mixed Div 1: Cholsey B
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Football fixtures
Matches scheduled for Sunday, May 18 MORRELLS OF OXFORD SUNDAY LEAGUE Premier Div: Star Wands v Wolvercote, Morris Motors v Mansfield Road. Div 1: North Oxford Con Club v Six Bells. Div 3: Chase Finance Res v South Leigh. Div 4: North Con Club Res v Berkshire
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Two hurt in head-on road crash
Two people were taken to hospital following a head-on crash outside Bicester sports ground in Akeman Street, Chesterton, on Thursday, May 8. A woman was taken to The Horton Hospital in Banbury with shock. The other casualty was taken to the John Radcliffe
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Caunce blow hits Downs
OT Cherwell League: Oxford Downs batsman Ian Caunce faces a spell on the sidelines after suffering a broken finger in net practice. He misses the trip to Banbury Twenty in Division 1 tomorrow, but all-rounder Wesley Bartlett and batsman Jon Roycroft are
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Working together is the key
Bells were ringing out today to celebrate the golden wedding anniversary of Clifford and Phyllis East. The couple, of Five Bells Farm, Ludgershall, near Bicester, are both bell ringers, and to mark their special day, on May 16, players performed at the
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Colin Bowler
A former Royal Marine who worked his way up to become Oxfordshire Police's Chief Inspector in charge of prosecutions has died after a 22-year battle with cancer. "A walking miracle" is how Colin Bowler's wife Ann said doctors described her husband as
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Tribute to composer
The 100th anniversary of the birth of composer Sir Lennox Berkeley will be marked with a concert in Sunningwell. The event at St Leonard's Church will include work by Sir Lennox, born in Boars Hill, near Oxford, and others. Call 01865 735910 for tickets
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Pedestrian knocked down on way to church, inquest told
A pedestrian on his way to a church meeting died after being struck by a car at traffic lights in Banbury, an inquest heard. Barry Evershed, 63, of Wesley Drive, Banbury, was hit by a blue Honda in Upper Windsor Street on August 2. He suffered severe
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Rail watchdog meets
The official watchdog for rail passengers using Thames Trains services will meet in Didcot on Tuesday, May 20. The Rail Passengers Thames Trains committee will discuss the benefits for passengers that might be achieved from the two-year extension of the
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Runners get ready for Town and Gown
A record 2,600 runners are gearing up for the Town and Gown Fun Run in Oxford. They have spent the last few months getting in shape for the 10km race on Sunday through Oxford's historic centre and the University Parks. The run is sponsored by the Oxford
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A way with the fairies
Artwork inspired by Oxford Botanic Gardens goes on show on Saturday, May 17 Tessa Farmer with one of the 'inhabitants' of the Weeping Ash Students from Ruskin School of Drawing and Fine Art have created a series of sculptures and 3D art installations
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Rider in peak condition
Dave Crabb is getting ready for a mountainous charity expedition from Lands End to John O'Groats. Dave Crabb Mr Crabb, 48, is set to embark on the 1,200-mile ride on Saturday, May 17. During the ride he will dismount to climb Scafell Pike, Ben Nevis and
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TV's Handy Andy shares small tips
When Ken Small was eight, he built himself a stool, sat on it -- and it promptly collapsed. Ken Small, right, with 'Handy Andy' Kane Since then the 52-year-old's life has been plagued with DIY disasters. So when Mr Small's wife Elaine, 46, spotted the
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Market launch decided as organisers agree deal
A new street market in Oxford which was cancelled because of confusion over insurance cover now looks set to go ahead next month. The Cowley Community Market was due to be officially launched on April 26, in Manzil Gardens, after a trial event proved
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BMW confirms plans for cabriolet Mini
A soft top version of the Mini will be built at the Cowley factory next year. An early concept drawing of the Mini Cabrio Dr Helmut Panke, chairman of Mini parent company BMW, finally confirmed that the first cabriolet versions of the highly-successful
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Galloway to talk at town hall after all
Controversial MP George Galloway will address a public meeting at Oxford Town Hall tonight, May 16. The town hall was finally secured as the venue after Oxford Students Stop the War Coalition (OSSWC) contacted the city council for the first time yesterday
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Worried schools to divert cash
Money earmarked for buildings and repairs will be diverted to alleviate the school funding crisis. Headteachers in Oxfordshire welcomed a move by the Government to funnel the money into salaries to prevent staff from being laid off. Education Secretary
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Wardens tackle trolley problem
Street wardens hope to have ended the problem of stolen shopping trolleys being dumped around two Oxford estates. They have persuaded supermarket bosses to pick up their trolleys, which are routinely stolen and ditched. The issue has plagued Blackbird
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NOC looks to join forces with private health firm
NHS managers want to join forces with a private healthcare firm to increase services at an Oxford hospital. Despite building a new two-storey unit at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, the managers say they still need more facilities for patients. They
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MP criticises NHS visit to America
A team of 14 hospital managers and clinical staff spent thousands of pounds on a fact-finding mission to America -- to find out how to tackle mounting debts. The visit, which is thought to have cost about £5,000, has been criticised by unions and politicians
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Connor leads Braves
England women's captain, Clare Connor, leads The Braves in defence of their Super Fours title in Oxford on Saturday. Connor, the Channel 4 cricket presenter, is one of 48 elite women players, selected for four teams - The Braves, The Knight Riders, The
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Wallis is captain
Grant Wallis was elected as club captain at Chipping Norton RFC's annual meeting. Jon Hickman was appointed first-team captain, with Adam Smith as vice-captain. Ben Stowe is the new 2nd XV captain with Rob Bishop as vice-captain. Training starts at the
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Inspector to take charge
A newpolice inspector will take charge of the Witney and Carterton police area in the next few weeks. Insp Arthur Saville has left Thames Valley Police to work for the Police Federation. His replacement is Insp Darren Carver, who joined Thames Valley
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Tennis fixtures
Mtaches for Saturday, May 16, 2003 WILSON OXON LTA LEAGUE 3-PAIR LEAGUE Ladies Div 2: Banbury West End v Cholsey B. Men Div 5: Mapledurham v North Oxford G. Mixed Div 1: North Oxford v Oxford City, Goring v Woodstock, Abingdon v North Oxford B. Div 2:
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Abingdon in easy victory
Abingdon hit top form in their Ladies' 2-Pair Division 1 match against Thame, romping to a 4-0 victory. Joy Browning and Dominique Newman, playing at second pair, were comfortable winners in their two rubbers, but first pair Jackie Hummel and Val Casemore
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Coach confident Oxon can reach Twickers
Oxfordshire coach John Brodley has warned his side they will have to step up a gear if they are to make a dream appearance at Twickenham in the final of the Tetley's County Shield. After convinicing wins over Bucks and Dorset & Wilts to top Pool 3
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Extension at risk as main user quits hall
Plans for a £40,000 extension to a community centre have been put in jeopardy after a pre-school announced it would no longer be using the building. The community association at Langford Village, one of Bicester's housing estates, wants to carry out the
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Kolenko axed
Oxford Silver Machine have axed their out-of-sorts speedway rider Jernej Kolenko. With only a handful of points from his recent meetings, the young Slovenian can have few complaints. And if Oxford are to make the play-offs, they needed to strengthen at
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Memorial for Natasha
People are being invited to take part in a fun day to raise money in memory of a Bicester schoolgirl. Staff at Burger King, Oxford Road, had planned the day to raise money to pay for a headstone for 10-year-old Natasha Holmes. Funeral directors S&
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BATS move into studio
BATS have moved into Warriner School's drama studio. Bloxham Amateur Theatrical Society will be performing the play Holiday Snap at the studio from Thursday, May 29, to Saturday, May 31. Tickets, which cost £6, are on sale at Bloxham post office.
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Twirl team in whirl over good results
Banbury Cross Twirlers have achieved their best-ever results at the national baton-twirling championships. Pictured, front from left, are Charlie Pain, nine, Natalie Coles, nine, Corey Newton, seven, and Rebecca Coles, eight, and back from left, Suzy
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Child case adjourned
A man accused of indecently assaulting two children has been released on conditional bail. Mustafa Ozkasap, 28, of Dirac Place, Didcot, is charged with indecently assaulting a girl between December 1 and 15 last year, and a boy between July 1 and December
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Boy has bike snatched
A 16-year-old boy had his bike snatched by two men in a car as he rode near Didcot town centre. The teenager, who has not been named, was not physically hurt although police say he was left shaken by the incident. The robbery happened at about 3.15pm
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£1m plan to fund Ridgeway repairs
Funding of about £1m is being sought to repair damaged stretches of the Ridgeway national trail. The move is one of a package of measures drawn up by the Ridgeway Management Group to tackle surface problems on the 85-mile ancient route, which runs from
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School to close due to decline
An oxford school is to close after a sharp decline in pupil numbers meant the school was no longer viable. Headington Quarry First School will close this summer after it was estimated that only 25 pupils were ready to go there from September. School budgets
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Sandwich satisfies
Workers at an Oxford company are sinking their teeth into an award-winning sandwich this week. Catering manager Lesley Hunt Catering manager Lesley Hunt who works for Eurest at the staff restaurant at marketing information company AC Nielsen in Headington
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Brookes fights on for block
Oxford Brookes University is appealing to the Government after planning permission was denied for a three-storey science building. The university has asked the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions, Alistair Darling, to look
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Cycle ride will help Carolyn
Friends of former Wallingford rower Carolyn Jones, who was seriously injured in the Swiss Alps, are taking part in a sponsored bike ride to raise funds for her care. They plan to leave Dover tomorrow and cycle to the north west of Scotland, arriving on
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Council urged to ban traffic in floods
Oxfordshire County Council has been urged to rethink how it tackles road closures during flooding. During floods in January drivers ignored road closed signs along Botley Road and Abingdon Road. Neither police nor the county council enforced the closures
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Mast on church prompts anxiety
An Oxford church tower could become the next site for a controversial mobile telephone mast. Leaders of St Michael and All Angels Church in Marston are in discussion with the UK's latest mobile phone company, Three, about putting a mast on the church.
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Silver surfers make mark
Pensioners across Oxfordshire went on line today as part of a national event to recognise a new generation of Internet users. Student Diana Law, left, and Richard Wales, of Age Concern Oxfordshire, at The Clockhouse resource centre in Blackbird Leys Silver
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Drought hits badgers
Woodland near Oxford is home to the densest population of badgers in the world -- but a census has revealed the animals are under threat from dry weather. Chris Newman and colleague Christina Buesching inspect a badger sett in Wytham Woods Last week,
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Row sparked by plan to rebuild office complex
Plans for an office complex which could house most of Oxfam's staff are likely to be given approval -- although the charity warned the development might not be enough to keep its base in Summertown. An artist's impression of the proposed design for the
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John's England bonus
One of Oxford United's big sponsors, Guy Salmon, has stepped in to reward competition winner John Hawkins after he just missed out on winning a brand new Jaguar. John, 18, from Wood Farm, narrowly missed out on winning the £25,000 car when his final attempt
