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Weekend surgeries bid 'will over-stretch doctors'
THE issue of longer GP opening hours has been a talking point for almost a decade. The Prime Minister earlier this month called for GPs to open surgeries for longer hours and at weekends. He said it would make it easier for people to get appointments
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‘School of life’ begins a new lecture season
AS students return to Oxford, so too does term start for residents at a West Oxford ‘school of life’. A programme of lectures based on people’s experiences and subjects they are passionate about – dubbed West Oxford Academy – begins next Tuesday
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Pupils record Stand Tall song
PUPILS from Wood Farm Primary School took to the studio on Friday to record their own song. The track Stand Tall was written by teacher Anna Phillips and was recorded alongside pupils from a South African school. The Titup Hall Drive school
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Self-service blood pressure machine is set for surgery
A NEW self-service blood pressure machine is expected to free up GPs’ time at Kennington Health Centre. Practice managers say the £275,000 machine – installed a couple of weeks ago – will save the need for a GP appointment. It is aimed at people
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Tenants upset as council pays consultants £42,500
A STUDY into estate car parking problems that cost £42,500 has been branded a “diabolical” use of council cash. Oxford City Council paid a London consultancy firm the cash this summer to look into the parking issues and solutions. But critics
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Children’s book shop marks two-year role in community
AN independent publisher that brought a disused building in Summertown back to life is celebrating two years of trading in Oxford. This Thursday will be the second anniversary of Barefoot Books, and its staff and customers are in celebratory mood
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Pledge that police and GPs will stay at centre
POLICE and GP surgeries should stay in their existing homes under new plans for 885 homes in Barton West, council bosses have said. Oxford City Council said it will work to keep police and Barton Surgery in Barton Neighbourhood Centre, which it
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Farmers market becomes community co-operative
SUPPORTERS of East Oxford Farmers Market can now have a say on how it is run after it became a co-operative. For £5 shoppers can become a member of the market, held every Saturday at East Oxford Primary School, Union Street. They will be able
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Cuts risk to animation classes for youngsters
ANIMATION sessions run by Kidlington Parish Council to teach youngsters movie-making skills are under threat. The council fears it cannot continue to subsidise the sessions it has run for the past four years. The video and computer-based course
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Scouts win £10k Lotto grant for new HQ roof
SCOUTS are celebrating after being awarded £10,000 from the Big Lottery Fund to revamp their headquarters. The 28th Oxford (Littlemore) Scout Group will put the grant towards the cost of replacing the roof on its 60-year-old building in Fairlie
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Teachers' strike: List of school closures announced so far
THESE are the schools that have so far announced they will be shut or partially shut because teachers are going on strike. We will be updating this list as and when new information comes to hand. Below those that will be affected by the strike
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Local plan to advise city council on new building
RESIDENTS have taken the first step towards adopting new powers to give themselves more influence over building plans for a large part of Headington. A steering group of residents and councillors have agreed the area’s boundary – from the foot
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Stuntman injured on set of Brad Pitt movie
A stuntman has been stabbed with a bayonet today in an accident at an Oxfordshire film set. The victim, 35, was injured while filming near Watlington for the Second World War movie Fury, which stars Hollywood actor Brad Pitt. The stuntman has
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Teens avoid jail over assault
TWO teenagers have avoided jail sentences after an attack which left a student with bleeding on the brain. The pair appeared at Oxford Crown Court on Thursday to be sentenced in connection with an assault on March 17 this year. They are a 16
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Scales of Justice
The following cases were heard at OXFORD MAGISTRATES' COURT Jason Bourton, 34, of Fern Hill Road, Oxford, admitted possessing cocaine, a Class A drug, in Dashwood Road, Oxford, on July 31, and failing to surrender to magistrates on August 16. Also
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Switch to nuclear power
Sir – The current crisis of energy supply goes back to a European directive that requires governments to reduce carbon emissions from power stations by 20 per cent in the year 2020. The last Labour Government decided to achieve this target by building
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No justification
Sir – I write both as a long-term resident of Botley and as an urban designer. I am utterly dismayed at the proposals put forward by Doric Properties for the redevelopment of the West Way shopping centre. Doric’s scheme has very little, if any,
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Unhelpful impressions
Sir – One can readily agree that artist’s impressions of the proposed Botley development are not particularly helpful, but these are not the sole source of information. Doric Properties have built a shopping centre in the historic town of Greenwich
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We must ensure high-quality bids are submitted...
The development of cycling infrastructure in Oxfordshire has bumbled along for decades with zero budget, picking up scraps of funding here and there from developer contributions, and as add-ons to major schemes along the bus corridors. But the
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Teams in tribute to tragic rugby coach
RUGBY clubs put their rivalries aside for a tournament to remember a popular coach who is believed to have died from a wasp sting. Eight Oxfordshire under-13 teams came together to pay tribute to 43-year-old Will Lay, who suffered a fatal allergic
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Grave Botley concerns
Sir – We are writing to express our grave disquiet at the possible developments by Doric in Botley. One of the attractions of this area is the friendly local shopping. We get the impression that Vale of White Horse District Council regards
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Monstrous building
Sir – I wholly agree with Paul Hornby’s letter (October 3) that there should be an urgent judicial review on the proposed Science Oxford building overshadowing our beautiful ancient Mound (or motte) at our castle. How much more of our ancient city
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Trees just accessories
Sir – If, as an ordinary person, I live in a conservation area and have a 100-year-old Wellingtonia, a cedar and a couple of yew trees growing in my garden, I expect to be prosecuted if I damage them. Curiously, if I am an Oxford college with architectural
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Discretionary law
Sir – I read with interest of the city council’s decision not to take enforcement action against the University for occupying its new blocks at Port Meadow in spite of planning conditions not being met (Report, September 26), simply warning it that
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Too many museums?
Sir –Tony Hadland, chairman of the Oxfordshire Local History Association, bemoans the lack of heritage cash for non- university museums in the county (Letters, October 3) and suggests another couple of towns in need of museums. Looking at the
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Appetite for heritage
Sir – I read with interest Tony Hadland’s letter (October 3) representing the views of the Oxfordshire Local History Association and regarding the funding of heritage-related expenditure in Oxfordshire. He makes several valid points, including,
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Coned off for filming
Sir – On Saturday, September 28, I arranged for a 78-year-old friend suffering from sciatica to accompany myself and my partner for a meal at The Mitre. We planned to park in Broad Street to give him just a short walk. The meal was for 7.30pm.
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Cate not cuckolded
Sir – In linguistics as a field of study, the descriptive has long superseded the prescriptive approach: in other words, study what we speak, but do not tell us how to speak. So, we find many people saying a subject has been muted, when they mean
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Still campaigning
Sir – In your photo from 1984 of the Upper Heyford peace camp (History Man, October 3), I recognise myself. As a young mother, I was determined to join in the fight to protect our children from the Cold War policy of increasing the capacity of nuclear
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Beardies bite back
Sir – We surely all accept these days, don’t we, that it is wrong, and punishable by law, to comment adversely on a person’s gender, sexuality, religion, obesity or race. Except if the person is German, of course, when disagreeable remarks seem
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Embracing women
Sir – In her very sensible letter about the meaning of words, (September 26) Ann Spokes Symonds ends with a blast at lawyers who “used to insist, wrongly that man ‘embraces’ women”. Personally I rather like the idea but then I was in the Navy.
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Unacceptable litter
Sir – As frequent visitors to Oxford, we were appalled and totally disheartened at the unacceptable amount of litter that is ruining Oxford city centre. The High Street, in particular, was a disgrace and this street, surely one of the most beautiful
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Neglected history
Sir – I agree with Geoffrey Fouquet about the neglected history of Bonn Square (Letters, October 3), although he doesn’t mention that St Peter-le-Bailey was replaced by a new St Peter-le-Bailey, now the chapel of his college. Nor does he mention
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Saving energy
Sir – So far councillor John Tanner has failed to explain why his ‘Campaign for a Cleaner Oxford’ does not include compulsory updating for thousands of private and council tenancies that need double glazing, insulation and central heating to avoid
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Global network
Sir – Your correspondent Margaret Bulleyment, former host nation co-ordinator at Upper Heyford/Croughton American High School, implies that I am an idiot not to realise that RAF Croughton and RAF Barford St John are British, “as the name implies”.
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Pavement casualty
Sir – I was another casualty of the uneven pavements in Witney last Wednesday, October 2, just outside the 99p Shop. I tripped and fell over and the first thing that hit the ground was my nose. Immediately several passers-by stopped to help
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More university staff in Oxford vote for strike action
University staff in Oxford from all three education unions have now all voted to go on strike. On Monday, members of union Unite voted 64 per cent in favour of strike action. Members of the University and College Union and Unison at Oxford
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The five minute rule is something to live by
I AM writing concerning unreliable public transport. I read with interest the letter from David Fogden (October 11) in which he missed the Oxford Bus service he needed as it arrived and departed earlier than the timetable and, as a result, had to use
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Council looking at introducing cafe on park land
A CAFE could open on the “eyesore” site of a former eco demonstration house in Bicester. The town council says it is looking at working with an “external partner” who could build and run the café on the land in Garth Park. It comes weeks after
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We need to improve children’s education
DOES anyone remember Tony Blair declaring “Education, Education, Education”? Sounds a bit hollow now, and very embarrassing that an international survey has ranked young children in this country almost bottom of the league of industrial nations in
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Determined to keep us in the dark – literally
THE National Grid has said there is a high risk of power cuts this winter. In that case, why was the coal-fired power station, among others, allowed to close in Oxfordshire? The utter rubbish about EU regulations causing this to happen belies the
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Time to rebuild public services not cut deeper
FIRST the fire officers, now the teachers and soon no doubt the postal workers going on strike. Good for them. There is not a single area of public service that is not under attack from this Coalition Government. David Cameron and Nick Clegg, pictured
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It is difficult to get an accurate figure anyway
I AM writing in response to your front page story ‘NHS spooked by ghost patients’ (October 8), above. When I worked for the Health Authority back in the 1970s and ’80s, this problem was already known, and was difficult to sort out. But even now
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£5.5m research centre aims to ease osteoarthritis pain
VITAL research into causes and treatments for osteoarthritis will take place in Oxford at a new £5.5m centre. Medical charity Arthritis Research UK and the University of Oxford have teamed up to open the facility based at the Kennedy Institute
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West Way proposal not designed to serve the needs of community
BOTLEY’S West Way shopping area is, in planning terms, a ‘Local Service Centre’ but I cannot see how Doric’s plans would do anything to serve our local community. The bland high-rise design with its six-screen cinema, accommodation for 600 students
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Manners seem to have gone out of style today
HAS anyone noticed the decline in manners over the past decade? People regularly walk while cramming giant burgers, and so on, into their mouths, while conducting a vociferous conversation with an accompanying adult. My mother taught me “not to
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Buy souvenir pictures from the Oxford Half Marathon finishing line
WE are putting up souvenir pictures of this year's Oxford Half Marathon for sale, with links below to help find images of you completing this great event. All you need to do is work out the rough time (the time of day rather than the actual
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Suspended sentence for mum found with 220 stolen power tools in her shed
A MOTHER-of-two has been given a suspended prison sentence after 220 stolen power tools were found in her shed. Teresa Maughan, of Middle Ground travellers site, near Wheatley, admitted one count of handling stolen goods at her home on February
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First Days At School: Photos from your child's school available to buy
YOUR child's first year at school is a momentous time for everyone. This year we have had to publish two editions of our annual First Days At School supplement capturing those precious moments. The first one was published free with the Oxford Mail
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Fairtrade store has done £1.5m turnover in 10 years since it opened
THE only way, it seems, is ethics – at least for the people at the Fairtrade at St Michaels shop. From humble beginnings, the Oxford store, which helps farming families and producers in developing countries, is celebrating its 10th anniversary
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A Mini working week as all-new model gears up
WORKERS at the Cowley Mini plant are to be put on a three-day week as the factory gears up for the launch of its latest model. Union leaders say the scale of work being carried out at the plant is such that the workforce will have to cut their
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GOLF: Champagne on ice as Burford close in on title
BURFORD edged to the brink of the Section 1 title in the Shaw Gibbs Oxfordshire Foursomes League with a 2-1 win over nearest challengers The Oxfordshire. They need just one and a half points from their final match, against Tadmarton Heath on October
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RUGBY UNION: Abingdon in derby joy
BB&O CHAMPIONSHIP ABINGDON claimed bragging rights with a 28-13 victory in their derby at Didcot. Tries from Alekisio Dakuwaqa, Ollie Young and James Webb, all converted by Mark Roberts, put Abingdon 21-0 ahead. Josh Witts replied with
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Law catches up with cousins after high speed A34 chase
TWO cousins who led police on a car chase on the A34, reaching speeds of 106mph, have been jailed. Witney men Simon Parker and Vicky Butler ran a “campaign of car crime” before the high-speed pursuit in late August, Oxford Crown Court heard yesterday
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Police appeal over burglary
Police are appealing for information after a burglary which the front door of a house in Park Road was forced open and a messy search of the upstairs was carried out. Nothing was stolen. Call Pc Smith on 101 if you have any information.
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Cult movie screening draws crowd of fans
Fans of the cult horror movie The Wicker Man went to a sing-along screening attended by director Robin Hardy. The sold-out show at East Oxford’s Ultimate Picture Palace drew fans in pagan-style costume to sing spooky folk tunes and join in key
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WOMEN'S HOCKEY: Oxford fall to second defeat on trot
Oxford fell to a second successive defeat in South Clubs League Division 2 as they lost 3-2 at home to Spencer. Hayley Sawyer and Kim Haynes were on target. Oxford Hawks made the long trek to Wales to face Swansea in Conference West, but came
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MEN'S HOCKEY: Blackburn earns Oxford Hawks a share of the spoils
OXFORD Hawks took away a point after a 1-1 draw at promoted Lewes, who had defeated Oxford University last week in South League Premier Division 1. Lewes were well organised and always looking to counter, going ahead via a deflection past goalkeeper
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MOTORSPORT: Plato proud after stirring late charge
JASON Plato set up a gripping finish to the season as back-to-back victories at Brands Hatch gave the outsider a chance of snatching the title. The MG KX Momentum driver went into the last round on Sunday with only a mathematical interest in the
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RUGBY UNION: Gosford pipped by Tadley in top-of-the-table showdown
BB&O PREMIER DIVISION GOSFORD All Blacks were edged out 14-13 in their top-of-the-table clash with leaders Tadley. Some great defence repelled Tadley before Tim Ellis’s penalty gave Gosford the lead. Tadley hit back, with centre Kyle
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Police praise residents after drug den is closed
A SUSPECTED drugs den has been closed down in Bicester after a police operation. Officers say they closed the home in Lyneham Road because it was associated with reports of drug-related crime and antisocial behaviour. The closure order came
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Centenarian still recalls her miracle escape 98 years ago
THEY say lightning doesn’t strike twice, and the old adage is still a comforting thought for Frances Newman. As she reaches the grand age of 100 today, the moment she was struck by lightning when she was only two is still fresh in her mind.
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Man on burglary charge
A 25-year-old man is due to appear in court charged with burgling a house. Ashley Pipkin, 25, of George Moore Close, Oxford, was charged on October 2. It followed a burglary at a property in Mansfield Road, Oxford, between September 3 to 12
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Woman freed from car
A WOMAN was cut free from her car after it crashed into a ditch on the A40 near Wheatley. Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service were called at 11.31am on Sunday after the car skidded on the wet surface and finished up in a ditch off the carriageway
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COMMENT: Help make a difference to lives of our sick children
IT IS remarkable that we launch next year’s OX5 Run with the very real anticipation that it could raise £100,000 for Oxford Children’s Hospital. We have always been proud to be involved with this great event because it supports such important work
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Wolf-masked man in attempted robbery
A MAN wearing a wolf mask is one of two people sought by police after an attempted robbery in Didcot. Two men demanded the victim’s wallet and then punched him in the head as he tried to walk away from the incident in the Recreation Ground, Brasenose
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RUGBY UNION: Banbury go fifth
MIDLANDS 2 WEST SOUTH BANBURY Bulls climbed to fifth in the table after a 37-26 home victory over Dunlop. Bulls are now just two points off leaders Earlsdon, whom they visit in two weeks’ time. Dunlop remained in the match until two late
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RUGBY UNION: Wallingford walloped
SOUTHERN COUNTIES NORTH WALLINGFORD put in a dreadful display to slump 89-7 at Bletchley. Debutant Adam Wilkinson scored six tries for Bletchley, who ran riot. Wilkinson (3), John Kirwan, Matt Nobes, Paul Mellon and Tom Foster went over
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RUGBY UNION: Dean seals Quins' victory
SOUTH WEST 1 EAST OXFORD Harlequins had to work hard for a 24-13 victory at Towcestrians that kept them top of the table. Quins were pegged back to 14-13 before wing Dean Seals’s try, plus full back Mosese Latu’s conversion and penalty, sealed
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RUGBY UNION: Henley are pegged back
NATIONAL 1 HENLEY Hawks had to be content with a 34-34 draw at Cinderford, despite leading 29-10 at half-time. Cinderford came back so strongly that they led 34-29 and Hawks needed a try from No 8 Robbie Stapley to level. Even then, fly
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UNIVERSITY LIFE: Social enterprise degree marks a double first for Brookes
This month will see a couple of firsts for Oxford Brookes, writes the university's UK and International Partnership Development Manager David Hodges. The UK’s first social enterprise foundation degree will be taught at Ruskin College in partnership
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MOTORSPORT: New driver pairing set for Lotus
Enstone-based Lotus are on the brink of naming Romain Grosjean and Nico Hulkenberg as their driver pairing for next season. Grosjean produced another sterling drive in the Japanese Grand Prix to finish third behind a Red Bull one-two as Sebastian
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ATHLETICS: Oxon duo's cash boost
Oxfordshire's Hannah England and Lawrence Clarke have retained their National Lottery funding. Oxford City 1,500m runner England and sprint hurdler Clarke, from Christmas Common, are among 22 athetes on the World Class Performance Programme (WCPP
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Training no cushy ride for Oxford United
Chris Wilder said an accidental clash which led to blood pouring from Sean Rigg’s head showed the intensity of Oxford United’s training sessions. Defender Michael Raynes left a gash in the winger’s forehead on the eve of Oxford United’s win over
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Thieves strike at home
Thieves broke into a home in Slade Road, Didcot, by forcing a window open. The break-in happened on Friday at about 8.15pm, but police said no property was stolen. Anyone with information should call police on 101.
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Caution over drug raid
A man has been cautioned after a drugs raid on a Lane Close, Kidlington, home on Friday morning. A 32-year-old who was arrested on suspicion of possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply was released on bail until November 24. Yesterday
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Police hunt man who flashed at bus stop
A flasher exposed himself to a woman while she waited for a bus. The woman was waiting at a stop in Cherwell Drive, Marston at 8.15pm on Wednesday, October 2 when she was approached by the man. She challenged him and he walked off towards Oxford
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FOOTBALL: Didcot in cup agony
Managerless Didcot Town’s woes increased when they conceded two goals at the death to crash out of the Calor League’s Red Insure Cup 3-1 at Hungerford Town in the first round last night. With coach Paul Davis taking charge of the team following
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FOOTBALL: Wallbridge quits as Didcot boss
Andy Wallbridge has resigned as manager of Didcot Town less than five months after being appointed to the role, writes MATTHEW BRUCE. His exit comes with the Railwaymen struggling at the foot of the Calor League Division 1 South & West table
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CS Lewis supported secret heritage gang
NARNIA author CS Lewis supported a secretive gang during the 1920s, a new book has revealed. Author Anna Hutton-North, right, uncovered letters between the famous Oxford author and the leader of a National Trust fundraising group known as Ferguson
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Thames Path walker shot in the backside
A 60-YEAR-OLD woman was shot in the backside as she walked along the Thames Path. Police said a man and a boy were seen holding a long-barrelled gun before the assault on the path between Appleford, near Didcot and Culham, near Abingdon. The
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RUGBY UNION: Chinnor fall in try fest
NATIONAL 2 SOUTH CHINNOR slipped to fourth place after a 47-37 home defeat to Hartpury College. The hosts scored five tries, but conceded seven to a Hartpury side that included Billy Burns, younger brother of England’s Freddie. Chinnor
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RUGBY UNION: Dragons will pose a big test for Blues
OXFORD University captain John Carter says tonight’s home clash with Newport Gwent Dragons will provide a great marker for their Varsity Match campaign. The Dark Blues host the Dragons in a 7.15pm kick off at Iffley Road, looking to build on Friday
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Boy gets broken jaw in Manzil Way attack
A 14-year-old boy suffered a broken jaw when he was punched in the head as he walked home at lunchtime. He was walking in Manzil Way, Oxford, at 1.45pm on Friday when a man in his late teens punched him several times. Passers-by tried to intervene
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‘Old fashioned’ home for disabled people may close
A CARE home in East Oxford may be closed after being branded “old fashioned”. Disability charity Scope is consulting over the closure of its Jack Howarth House in Hill Top Road, which is home to six disabled people. Tracie Linehan, Scope’s
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Some very good reasons for you to run next year's OX5
THE race is on to raise £100,000 for young patients at Oxford Children’s Hospital. This year’s OX5 Run at Blenheim Palace in Woodstock attracted 960 runners who raised a record £97,000 for the hospital – and organisers are hoping to clear the £100,000
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Bubbling City eye Cup tonic
Oxford City have a great opportunity of reaching the FA Cup first round after being drawn away to Skrill South side Dover Athletic in the fourth qualifying round. They avoided the big guns in the Skrill Premier and after winning 3-2 at Skrill South
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COMMENT: People must seek help over debt
WHILE mystery surrounds the death of John Thorne, his partner Guilia Grassi reveals he was under immense strain because of debt. The pressures faced by those with rising debt are immense, at times with the overwhelming feeling that there is no
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OAP confronts intruders
An 83-year-old confronted two intruders in their home who claimed they were looking for a lost dog. Police say the householder challenged the pair and they left the property in Main Road, Appleford, at about 7.30pm on Friday. Officers said
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He was at ‘breaking point’ over £22k debt says partner
A MAN whose body washed up on a Devon beach was “at breaking point” after racking up £22,000 of debt, his grieving partner says. Mystery still surrounds the death of Clifford John Thorne, – known as John – following his inquest at Oxfordshire Coroner
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Oxford Half Marathon 2013: Results
These are the results for the 2013 Oxford Half Marathon, based on Chip Time as supplied by the organisers. To find the runner you’re looking for, we recommend you use the Find function on your device (ie Ctrl F in Windows) and type in their name.
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DARTS: Finals night places up for grabs
DEFENDING champion Jon Jukes will be the man to beat in the play-off for the men’s summer singles next week. The Izi’s Bar representative will be at the Chequers Inn, Headington next Tuesday, October 22, looking to claim a place at finals night
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Right of fans’ group to bid for Kassam stadium upheld
FANS are breathing a sigh of relief after a bid to stop them ever trying to buy the Kassam Stadium failed. Oxford City Council has upheld its decision to give fans the first chance to bid for the stadium should it ever come up for sale. Supporters
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Family Topsy-turvy no more as dog returns
WHEN the Allen family heard the sound of screeching tyres and realised their beloved dog Topsy was missing, they feared the worst. But the dog-napped hound has been reunited with her owners after she was found about 30 miles from the family home
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Church volunteers call
Volunteers who maintain the churchyard at St Leonard’s Church in Eynsham are looking for more helpers. Churchwarden Mike Sinfield urged people with spare time to come forward to help. To find out more, call Mr Sinfield on 01865 881171.
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Townspeople star in ‘slice of time’ montage for museum
A PHOTO montage of nearly 416 people created as a snapshot of the town’s history has been handed to Witney Museum. The Faces of Witney project by photographer David Willoughby has been on display at the SOTA Gallery, in Langdale Gate, since September
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Record for game whizz
Scrabble expert and Oxford University PhD student Chris May has been confirmed as a Guinness world record holder. Oxford Scrabble Club member Mr May, originally from Sydney, Australia, has now officially set the world record for the most simultaneous
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Longer prison term for two car chases
A BANBURY MAN has had his prison sentence for taking part in two high-speed police chases extended by 10 months. Naqash Hussain, of Prescott Avenue, Banbury, admitted two counts of dangerous driving which took place on May 22 and June 1. The
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Help find the moon
Interactive theatre and dance for children enjoying the half-term holidays will go ahead at the Old Fire Station later this month. On Saturday, October 26, Wriggle Dance will present performances of Once in a Blue Moon at the venue in George Street
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London academic to take reins at college
Exeter College has announced that Professor Sir Richard Trainor has been formally selected as rector of the college. Prof Trainor, currently principal of King’s College London, will take over the role from current rector Frances Cairncross.
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Sweetener offered in third bid to get homes approved
A DEVELOPER hoping to build homes on sports pitches has launched a third planning bid to grab the land by throwing in £250,000 to sweeten the deal. Cantay Estates has already had two bids for planning permission rejected for 43 homes and sports