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Take action and protest like hell
I thought the letter from Michael Sinnott, What a way to treat the elderly (Oxford Mail, October 13), about his brother's plight in Rowlands House at Risinghurst, Oxford, was among the very best, most significant and heartfelt this year. It points to
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No loopholes
Oh dear, I have ruffled a few of Peter Laidler's feathers over my driving abilities and my views on roads, whether they are dangerous or not (Oxford Mail, October 10). I will explain how I, absolutely and above board, obtained my heavy goods (Class
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There was only one verdict
No-one will be surprised that ruthless killer Allan Kimber has been found guilty. He put forward the flimsiest defence we have heard in a long while to the jury at Oxford Crown Court. Fortunately, the jury refused to be taken in by his lies and found
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'Honour' murderer will appeal
A man jailed for life for murdering an Oxford student to "vindicate his family's honour" is set to appeal against his conviction. Mohammed Mujibar Rahman, 20, of Asquith Road, Rose Hill, Oxford, was found guilty at Oxford Crown Court in November 2005
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A parasite for me, landlord...
Think twice if Dr Mike Leahy invites you for a beer, because you could end up with a hideous parasite growing inside you. The "mad" scientist - as his brother fondly describes him - talked regulars at the Shaven Crown pub, in Shipton-under-Wychwood,
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No laughing matter
A man who breached a court order made after he set up a laughing machine to annoy his neighbours has been told he must stop taunting them or face jail. Keith Quartermain, 61, of Austin Place, Abingdon, was yesterday given a 28-week prison sentence,
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That sinking feeling again
Families still counting the cost of flash flooding in Nuneham Courtenay last week were hit again for the second time in eight days. Thunder and torrential rain woke villagers before dawn yesterday and their worst fears of a repeat were realised. The
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‘You road hog’
An Oxford nightclub owner is "hogging parking spaces" by letting bands use public parking spots overnight, while the police refuse to control the problem, a resident claims. The Zodiac nightclub in Cowley Road is a popular venue for bands, but according
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Speaking out for children
An Oxford woman, who has been working in the same part of the world from which Madonna has adopted a young boy, has been speaking about conditions for children there. Joanna Watson, 34, travelled to Uganda and Malawi this year as part of her advocacy
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Morgan murder verdict reaction
After a year of grieving there was finally a little comfort and a lot of relief for the family of Gary Morgan yesterday. Moments after the 30-year-sentence was passed, Mr Morgan's father Sid said the verdict was a "huge relief" and the family was "over
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Morgan murder in depth
A jealous ex-husband who murdered his former wife's new man in an act of revenge was last night starting a 30-year jail sentence. Allan Kimber, 41, of Stert Street, Abingdon, was yesterday convicted of shooting Gary Morgan yards from his home at Danesbrook
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Architects reveal designs for £6.5m rebuilding
THE Pegasus Theatre in East Oxford is a step closer to having a £6.5m facelift - but more money is needed before the project can begin. Architects Feilden Clegg Bradley gave a presentation about their designs to members of Oxford City Council's east
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Town ready for largest race
MORE than 1,000 runners from eight countries converge on Abingdon tomorrow for the 24th annual Abingdon Marathon - the biggest in Oxfordshire and rated third most popular in the country. The event - run by Abingdon Amblers Athletics Club and sponsored
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Allotment row goes to public inquiry
PLANS to build offices and a car park on the site of ancient allotments in Bicester will be examined at a public inquiry. The Church of England is appealing against Cherwell District Council's rejection of its plans to develop the site off Skimmingdish
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Williams signs new sponsor
THE Grove-based Williams F1 team has announced a new sponsorship deal with high-tech communications firm AT&T. From next season the Oxfordshire team, which will switch to Toyota engines, will be known as the AT&T WilliamsF1 Team. Frank Williams, the
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Supercars join MPH'06 line-up
BANBURY supercar manufacturer Ascari is making an impact at the MPH'06 motorshow with two £235,000 KZ1s on display. The action kicks off for three days on October 26 at Birmingham's NEC and then heads south to Earls Court, London, from November to November
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Alonso: 'No mistakes in Brazil'
FERNANDO Alonso insists there can be "no mistakes" this weekend as he looks to earn another entry in the Formula One history books. Already the youngest driver to win the world title, the 25-year-old driver for the Enstone-based Renault F1 team is just
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F1 revises rules for 2007
FORMULA One teams will not be allowed to run three cars at Grand Prix practice sessions next season. Motorsport's governing body, the FIA, announced the decision following a meeting of the World Motor Sport Council in Barcelona. In a revised practice
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Car checks catch three
DRIVERS were arrested and cars seized during a police operation in North Oxford on Tuesday. Three men were arrested and two cars were taken away as part of the automatic number plate recognition operation in Banbury Road. The ANPR equipment scanned
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Families delve into history
OXFORDSHIRE Family History Society is holding an open day today. The event will include visiting societies, second-hand book dealers, sales of microfiche readers, library and search services and computing demonstrations - including genealogical software
