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Who was Oxford United's man of the match against Dagenham?

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FOOTBALL: Didcot edge to derby victory

DIDCOT Town won a close Oxfordshire derby in the Evo-Stik Southern League with a 1-0 home victory against North Leigh tonight. The hosts dominated the first half and forced ex-Didcot keeper Sam Warrell into a number of diving saves before Pablo

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Oxford United 2 (Craddock 60 & 65) Dagenham & Redbridge 3 (Williams 36, Howell 54, Wilkinson 61)

TOM Craddock's double was in vain as Oxford United paid for a slow start against Dagenham & Redbridge, who won despite playing the final 20 minutes with ten men. The hosts were unusually flat right from the kick-off and there was little surprise

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First World War roadshow rolls in

WITH Remembrance Sunday in the forefront of people’s minds, a First World War exhibition came to Banbury at the weekend. The Europeana 1914-1918 Family History Roadshow took place on Saturday. Families were invited to bring photos, letters, diaries

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County set to mourn two loyal soldiers

TWO “talented and loyal” Gurkhas will be repatriated this week after being killed in Afghanistan. Lieutenant Edward Drummond-Baxter, 29, a platoon commander, and Lance Corporal Siddhanta Kunwar, 28, a sniper section commander, were killed by a man

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Oxford United v Dagenham & Redbridge - updates

8:50pm #oufc 0 #daggers 1 No changes at half time, United have it all to do in the next 45 mins. — @OxfordMailOUFC 06 November 2012 8:37pm HT:

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Oxford Silver Band blows its own trumpet for 125th anniversary

TRUMPETS triumphantly marked 125 years of an Oxford band at a special concert. The City of Oxford Silver Band celebrated its milestone birthday with the Cowley Conservative Club show on Sunday night. The band, founded as the Headington Silver Band

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Runner's New York Marathon bid dashed by late cancellation

RUNNING a marathon for charity was the last thing on the minds of millions of New York residents whose lives were devastated by Superstorm Sandy. But Adam Wheeler, 32, of Sutton Courtenay, was one of the runners who flew out to the Big Apple on

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Children pull the strings at Pegasus Theatre

PUPPETS were the fruits of the labour of children at Pegasus Theatre. Young people attending the venue’s “thrilling taster day” sessions made their own colourful characters and took part in other activities. Anisha Baker, eight, pictured second

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OLYMPIC LEGACY: Table tennis grows in popularity

BORIS Johnson calls it “wiff waff”, some call it ping pong but most of us know it as table tennis. Like many sports after the London Olympics this summer, table tennis has enjoyed a boost in popularity. But in Oxfordshire it’s not just the young who

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PM urges everyone to wear their poppy

PRIME Minister David Cameron has led a call for everyone in Oxfordshire to wear their poppies with pride. The Witney MP backed the county’s Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal. He was backed up by Oxfordshire’s five other MPs, along with civic

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Trader wins bid to sell pancakes in Oxford

A CITY trader has got crêpe expectations after winning his bid to sell French pancakes in Broad Street for the next year. Akim Akkouche, 48, was granted a full 12-month licence for his Crêpes-O-Mania van, which has already proved popular since

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Man spared jail for failing to give evidence at kidnapping trial

A VICTIM too scared to give evidence against his attacker has himself narrowly avoided jail. Nathan Strong, 30, has been convicted of contempt of court for his refusal to appear at a trial at Oxford Crown Court and given a three-month prison sentence

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Tables, weekend October 20/21

UNDER 9 RED                     P   W   D   L   F   A   Pts Didcot Tn Yth   6   5   1   0   48   9   16    Bure Pk Jun   6   4   2   0   54   16   14    H’path Yth Lions   7   4   1   2   21   15   13    Oxford City Blues   6   2   0   4   13   39   6

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Thames Valley Police and Crime Commissioner candidate Tim Starkey

THIS week we profile the candidates for the Thames Valley Police and Crime Commissioner post ahead of this month’s election. Today we question Labour’s Tim Starkey, 38, from Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire   Relevant experience: I have

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A417 reopened after car overturned

THE A417 at Blewbury has been reopened after a car overturned this morning. The road was closed both ways after the accident at about 10.50am. A woman was taken to hospital after the crash but her injuries are understood not to be life threatening

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Man jailed for setting fire to Chipping Norton bedroom

A HOMELESS man who broke into a flooded house and set fire to the bedroom has been jailed. Polish-born Rafal Matwiejczyk forced his way into the empty Chipping Norton bungalow on a cold night in February, Oxford Crown Court heard. He was drunk

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The crowds are here for some Edward Lear

PUPPETS helped youngsters enjoy some nonsense at Oxford’s Story Museum. The family session, a joint partnership with the Ashmolean Museum, was called Mr Lear’s birthday party. It offered an introduction to the poetry of Edward Lear, 200 years

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Overturned car closes A417

A CAR crash has shut both sides of the A417 at Blewbury. The car was found on its side at about 10.50am between the B4016 Bessel's Way and Chalk Hill. A woman was freed from the wreckage and taken to hospital by paramedics. Her injuries are

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Young photographers rewarded for their winning pictures

TWO young photographers have snapped up first place in a competition to celebrate the views of Oxford. Entrants to the Oxford Preservation Trust competition were asked to capture their views of the city during the weekend of Oxford Open Doors in

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Plan for garages 'could jeopardise reopening of Deans Court Social Club'

THE long-awaited revival of a fire-ravaged Oxford social club could be jeopardised by plans for garages opposite, it is feared. Dean Court Social Club leaders say plans for to build five garages opposite will put people off the venue, which has

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Results, October 20-21

Under 9 Red League Didcot Town Youth 4 (Bradley Ward 2, Eddie Good, Oliver Tyler), Horspath Youth Lions 0.Bure Park Juniors 10 (Taylan Gardner 3, Connor Duggan 2, Dominic Hayes 2, Eric Groves, Korben Morris, George Pittuck), Hinksey Park 4 (Jethro West

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Max Clifford to give talk in Oxford

Celebrity publicist Max Clifford will give a talk about his colourful life in the media today. The Oxford Media Society is hosting the event at Vaults and Garden, University Church, Oxford, at 8.30pm. Entry is £2 with free wine and nibbles.

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Pupils take fright thanks to Day of the Dead event

HALLOWEEN may be over, but celebrations of all things ghoulish were not over for a group of Oxfordshire schoolchildren. Oxford Brookes University invited 60 Year 10 and 11 children from six county schools to its Gipsy Lane campus yesterday for

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RUGBY UNION: Bulls hit bottom

Midlands 2 West South BANBURY Bulls slipped to the bottom after a 24-11 home defeat to Kidderminster Carolians. Bulls controlled the early exchanges and deservedly took the lead with a penalty from full back Andrew Joubert. Kidderminster

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RUGBY UNION: Alchester hang on to edge out Olney

Southern Counties North ALCHESTER held on to defeat Olney 20-19 and end their three-match losing streak. Olney began well, but Alchester fly half Tom Miles slotted a penalty on 23 minutes. The hosts bagged their first try when prop Nick Brits

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HOCKEY: Oxford youngsters shine

Three young players from Oxford Hockey Club made their mark in the England Futures Cup at Cannock. It is the first time the club have had three players in the regional tournament for the best juniors in the country. Caitlin Bailey-Williams

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Neighbours support Headington house plan - but officers don't

HE’S spent years at loggerheads with his neighbours, but controversial developer Martin Young has finally won their support. Neighbours of 29 Old High Street, Headington, owned by Mr Young, pictured, raised no objection to plans to demolish outbuildings

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RUGBY UNION: Dawson shines in Chippy victory

Round-up MATT Dawson scored four tries as Chipping Norton came on strong to defeat Harwell 41-11 in the BB&O Premier Division at Greystones. The match doubled up as their Oxfordshire Shield first-round clash, so Chippy had two reasons to

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HOCKEY: Oxford Hawks made to pay by Brighton

Oxford Hawks’ disappointing run in Premier Division 1 of the South League continued with a 2-0 home reverse against Brighton. The result came on the back of defeats on successive days the previous weekend. Hawks started brightly, winning two

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HOCKEY: Bicester let 2-0 lead slip away

Bicester were pipped 3-2 at home to South Bucks in Trysports Premier 1. Kath Crook put Bicester ahead after Ella Weston’s speedy run. With Lucy Birtles, Hannah Newell and Lisa Ryan to the fore in defence, South Bucks struggled to find a reply.

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DARTS: New ODDA campaign starts

THE Greene King Oxford and District Darts Association Winter League’s 86th year starts on Tuesday (Nov 6). All teams should note that all players must be registered with the secretary and that all result cards are checked against entry forms every

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DARTS: Wonder White records 37.58 average

Stuart White recorded a sensational average of 37.58 (112.74 per three darts) for the Horse & Jockey in their Oxfordshire Super League match against Three Tuns. He recorded legs of 13, 13 and 14 darts to beat Dion Newman (26.41) 3-0. The

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RUGBY UNION: Quins suffer record league defeat

National 3 South West OXFORD Harlequins slumped to their heaviest league defeat with a 90-0 home reverse to promotion-chasing Weston-super-Mare. Quins conceded 14 tries on a sorry afternoon and saw three more players join their growing injury

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RUGBY UNION: Witney denied at the death

South West 1 East WITNEY fell to an agonising 23-22 defeat at Swindon, who won it with a last-gasp penalty. The visitors began well and led via a penalty from fly half Henry Lamb. Captain Jez Hicks’s lineout steal then allowed prop Jamie

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Signs to show the illegality

I REFER to the article (October 27) about taxi drivers reversing into Queen Street from Carfax. How did they get their licence when knowing the Highway Code is part of your driving test? I am assuming that the council and highways have their house

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Early Oxford Magistrates' Court hearings to be scrapped

Early hearings at Oxford Magistrates’ Court are to be abolished to save time and money. Previously those accused of more serious crimes would have a committal hearing at a magistrates’ court before standing trial at a crown court. But yesterday

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The law has not changed

I MUST comment on your article about taxis making alleged illegal turns at the Carfax intersection (October 27). I have driven taxis in Oxford since 1970 and been involved with the licensed Hackney Carriage business for the best part of 35 years

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On yer bike: Cycle network needs a complete overhaul

What do you think of the existing Oxford cycle network? Could it do with a revamp? Lick of paint to the old road markings? Perhaps you didn’t even know it existed (well, you would be forgiven). Right up until November 27 the city council has opened

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Lewis throws down gauntlet

Mickey Lewis described the next few days as “massively important” for Oxford United as they attempt to make the most of back-to-back home games. Struggling Dagenham & Redbridge visit the Kassam Stadium tonight, while United will entertain promotion

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FOOTBALL: Williams back for Didcot

Didcot Town welcome back Lance Williams from suspension for tonight’s Evo-Stik Southern League Division 1 South & West derby against North Leigh at the npower Loop Meadow Stadium. Keeper Marcos Belloli-Pereira faces a late fitness test on an

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FOOTBALL: Abingdon fall to pacesetters

Two first-half goals sent Abingdon United tumbling to a 2-0 defeat at Evo-Stik Southern League Division 1 South & West leaders Hungerford Town last night. Abingdon went behind on 34 minutes when a corner was only headed out as far as Matt Day

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THE QUIZ LEAGUE: A bright start to title pursuit

It is some time since those wizened old heads from the Seacourt Bridge (Botley) picked up divisional honours. I realise we are only two games in, but they have made a bright start to their title pursuit, following up the demolition of Far From The

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RUGBY UNION: Hawks go marching on

National 2 South HENLEY Hawks secured maximum points for a ninth successive game with a 46-31 victory over Canterbury at Dry Leas. But the leaders conceded five tries in the process – the most they have let in this season. Hawks got off

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Royal Fail?

REGARDING Royal Mail double standards. After purchasing a tall stool on eBay, the item failed to arrive in the time stated. I contacted the seller, who had packed the stool and taken it to the post office, who said it was over the limit size to

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THE BIG ISSUE: Is it too early to start celebrating Christmas?

'NO' says Nicole Rahimi, organiser of Oxford Christmas Market... 'Apparently people are saying stores are forcing Christmas upon us too early. As soon as summer is over the end of the year closes in on us with stores laying out their Christmas

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CRICKET: Herts clubs back breakaway move

A threatened breakaway from the Home Counties Premier League (HCPL) has moved a step closer with Hertfordshire clubs backing a proposal to set up on their own. In a poll of 24 clubs in HCPL Divisions 1 and 2 East, and Hertfordshire League Division

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RACING: Loch Ba stars for Channon

Loch Ba struck on his first outing for West Ilsley trainer Mick Channon with a runaway success at Kempton yesterday. Formerly with Henrietta Knight at West Lockinge, near Wantage, until her retirement in the summer, the six-year-old cruised home

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Council has done itself no credit with demands

ALAN Kerry (ViewPoints, Oct 31) tells another sad story of Oxford City Council’s unreasonable attempts to require payment for release of restrictive covenants on properties. In the case reported (October 25), it was only the intervention of the ombudsman

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Talks on Summertown postoffice tonight

The possibility of a new Post Office for Summertown is due to be discussed at talks tonight. A representative is expected to attend. The meeting at the United Reformed Church in Banbury Road will start at 7.30pm.

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Hard-hitting road campaign aimed at teenagers

YOUNG drivers will be shown the dangers of the road in hard-hitting presentations starting next week. More than 15,000 teenagers from schools and colleges across the Thames Valley will see the Safe Drive Stay Alive production over the next three

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Chapman to stake a claim

Adam Chapman says the intense competition for places in Oxford United’s midfield is a great sign as the club look to climb the table. The 22-year-old is battling with Peter Leven, Jake Forster-Caskey and Lee Cox for two places in United’s starting

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Harwell scientists help make space age gadgets a reality

SPACE scientists and entrepreneurs are meeting up this week to hammer out mind-boggling new ways of bringing space technology down to earth to create new businesses. The space facility at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Harwell, RAL Space

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Macmillan Education to stop printing dictionaries

DICTIONARIES produced by Cowley-based publisher Macmillan Education are to stop being printed. From next year, they will no longer appear as physical books and will be available online only. Macmillan bosses say the online versions of its dictionary

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Military wives hoping for a hit

Two women involved in the Military Wives Choir will be hoping for chart success this Christmas. Laura Bresciani, 27, set up the Abingdon division of the Military Wives choir with friend Lucy Rudledge and both worked on the album Stronger Together

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Attacker who used piece of wood gets suspended sentence

A MAN who attacked a father with a piece of wood outside a primary school was given an eight-month suspended sentence yesterday. Michael Andrews, 29, of Moorbank, Oxford, admitted assaulting Peter Pennington outside Pegasus Primary School in Pegasus

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County schools set to lose tens of thousands of pounds from budgets

MORE than half of Oxfordshire’s schools are set to be tens of thousands of pounds worse off under Government changes to the funding process. Classroom resources and play equipment could all take a hit as schools struggle with lower budgets.

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Victims back new campaign to target hate crimes

NIGEL TAYLOR – a man suffering with cataracts, hearing difficulties, diabetes and deformed feet – remembers the moment clearly. Sitting on a packed bus, two people started taunting him, saying: “What do we want a disabled spastic like you sat next

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Queues on A4074 due to roadworks

MOTORISTS have suffered delays on the A4074 this morning near Wallingford.  Traffic is queueing on the A4074 southbound for about a mile due to roadworks between Benson and Crowmarsh Gifford.  Side roads are also suffering congestion as drivers