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Legal matters: Ruth Hawkins - 'Appreciating all the implications of being divorced'
GOING through a divorce is one of the most stressful life events you will experience. The whole process throws up all sorts of emotions and by the time you are about to conclude the process and apply for your Decree Absolute which is the final document
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On Yer Bike - Alison Hill : 'Using an e-bike allowed me to keep on cycling'
THIS week, Cyclox interviews a retired doctor who owns an electric bike to find out why she loves her e-bike, and why she would recommend it to others: Q: Why did you switch from a pedal to an e-bike? A: I switched to an e-bike following an illness
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Five-vehicle smash near Burford closes A40 for an hour
FIVE vehicles were involved in a crash of the A40, closing the road for more than an hour near Burford. Firefighters were scrambled to the section of the carriageway just north of the turn to Westwell at about 12.20pm. Crews found no one trapped
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Donkeys put through their paces for annual derby in Bampton + picture gallery
DONKEYS swapped sandy beach walks for cross-country racing at an annual derby day in West Oxfordshire. Youngsters put them through their paces at the Bampton Donkey Derby today, which drew hundreds of people from the area. This year's event
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New twist on Aunt Sally at charity tournament favours football over sticks
HUNDREDS of people played one of Oxford's most popular pub games with a twist to raise cash for charity.Pubgoers at The Chequers Inn put their best foot forward to play in the second ever "Foot Sally" tournament in the county in aid of Sobell
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Day of fun in Littlemore brings in money for village hall refurbishment + picture gallery
FAMILIES enjoyed bouncy castles, a bucking bronco and fairground rides at Littlemore's annual summer fete. Hundreds of people young and old attended the sun-kissed event at The George Inn in Sandford Road this afternoon.. The fete, in its fourth
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GALLERY: Motorcyle daredevils make an explosive entrance at Uffington White Horse Show
AN EXPLOSIVE end to the bank holiday weekend had motorcycle daredevils hot and bothered at the Uffington White Horse Show. Riders thundered through flames whilst historic aircraft roared overhead to produce a spectacular two-day event yesterday
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Hungry Wolvercote residents brave drizzle for tasty Big Lunch
HUNGRY Wolvercote villagers didn't let the rain dampen their appetites as scores turned out for the annual "big lunch".The event on the green by the Plough pub in First Turn saw a feast follow a five-kilometre fun run on Sunday.There was
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Call for council to help get more public defibrillators in Bicester
A CAMPAIGN to get more defibrillators into the centre of Bicester will be heard by Bicester Town Council.Bicester town mayor Jolanta Lis has proposed the council contributes £500 to the crusade for publicly accessible defibrillators.Currently there is
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Oxford among worst-served cities in the country for rail stations
THE population of Oxford is served by one of the lowest number of stations in the country, it is claimed. Analysis showed the city came seventh in a ranking, with just one station in the city centre to serve more than 159,500 people. The figure
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South West Bicester school sponsor decision due next week
THE county's schools boss will be asked to recommend the sponsor for a new secondary school in south west Bicester new week.Oxfordshire County Council said it would have 600 places and cater for pupils aged 11 to 16.The school would also have a special
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Bodleian exhibition will explore how theatre became "dramatic newsreels" in Regency Britain
A NEW exhibition at the Bodleian Library will explore how theatres became "dramatic newsreels for the masses" in Regency-era Britain.Curator Michael Burden, a fellow at New College, Oxford, said the period from 1780 to 1840 saw a surge in enthusiasm
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GP surgery at the sharp end of recruitment crisis thanks patients for their patience
A GP surgery has promised the pain will soon be over for patients who had to wait up to four weeks for an appointment as it struggled to recruit new doctors.Newbury Street Practice in Wantage says it took months to fill three vacancies, reflecting a national
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Oxford University near top of world rankings
OXFORD University has been named the third best in the world in a new ranking.It was also named second best in the UK, behind Imperial College London. The Round University Ranking looked at 692 institutions from 80 countries, whittling them down to the
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£1m for sports facilities can’t replace Witney football stadium
DEVELOPERS have clashed with residents over proposals for new sports facilities in Witney. A proposal has been put forward to demolish the now derelict Witney Community Football Stadium, much to the anger of locals. But the developers say if
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Oxfam prepare potential response to devastating Italian earthquake
A POTENTIAL response to the earthquake that struck Italy is being discussed by teams of Oxfam workers in the country.The Oxford-based charity has not yet been involved following the quake in central Italy on Wednesday which killed about 250 people, due
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Key figures in nursing given honorary degrees at Oxford Brookes
TWO world leaders in health care will receive honorary degrees from Oxford Brookes University.Professors Hester Klopper and John Daly will join students completing their studies in ceremonies this Friday Saturday.The research of Professor Klopper, who
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More than half of Thames Valley Police sergeant candidates pass exams
THAMES Valley Police officers performed strongly in the second stage of this year’s promotion to sergeant exams, the College of Policing has revealed.A total of 55 per cent of hopeful constables from TVP -87 candidates - passed the National Police Promotion
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Volunteers needed to help spruce up outdoor education centre
VOLUNTEERS have been asked to help prune overgrown trees and bushes as part of a woodland clearance at an outdoor eduction centre in Headington Quarry.On Sunday, September 25, Oxfordshire Conservation Volunteers will descend on Stansfeld Park from 10am
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Oxford United fans' chat
1:04pm That's your lot from here today, thanks for your input. We'll have updates from #oufc tomorrow in case
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Waggy tail wins rosette for Ruby the chocolate Labrador
A DOWNPOUR failed to steal the limelight from this princely pooch after her shiny eyes and tick-tocking tail won affection at a street party.Chocolate Labrador Ruby was rewarded for her good looks in Upper Heyford on Saturday, where families feasted on
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Celebratory dinner to be held for young people from Barton
YOUNG people in Barton have the opportunity to celebrate their achievements at a special dinner.The meal, organised by charity Thrive which helps disadvantaged young people, will celebrate those who have overcome difficult circumstances.Over the next
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Fast mobile internet rolls out for Vodafone users in Bicester
VODAFONE users in Bicester can now enjoy high-speed connections as 4G has now gone live in the town.The phone operator announced in March that it would be rolling out the advanced connections in Bicester and it will be available to use from this week.Phone
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Fitness challenge to help raise money for the NSPCC
FUNDRAISERS are being called on to race against the clock to help raise money for the NSPCC.The charity is challenging people to rack up the miles for 60 minutes through swimming, running or cycling before October 2.NSPCC community fundraising manager
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Youngsters given chance to try rugby at Bicester open day
YOUNGSTERS can try their hand at tag rugby when Bicester Rugby Club hosts an open day The club has said it struggles to recruit younger players and hopes the event on Sunday, September 4, will give people an insight into what they can do at the club.It
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West Oxfordshire mustard wins top prize from Great Taste Awards
A MUSTARD produced near Witney has been handed a top prize by the Great Taste Awards.Oxford Mustard was given a three star rating by the awards, which are run by the Guild of Fine Food.It means the mustard from Shaken Oak Farm in Hailey will be able to
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"Extremely dangerous" man throttled his friend in her own home to get back into prison
AN "EXTREMELY dangerous" man who throttled his friend as part of a plot to get back inside prison has had his wish granted. Lloyd Browning choked Rebecca Murphy until she fell unconscious and began having a fit in her Didcot home. Oxford Crown
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We let them off the hook, says Michael Appleton after Oxford United defeat
MICHAEL Appleton could not hide his frustration at the way Oxford United allowed Sheffield United back into the game after making a dream start at Bramall Lane. The visitors gained control of the contest early on and took the lead through a smart
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Witney Debt Centre moves to new headquarters
A DEBT advice service in Witney has moved to new headquarters in the town.The Witney Debt Centre is run by Christians Against Poverty (CAP) and help to those with financial troubles. It has now set up home at 33A High Street where people can visit to
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Free classical music festival to be held in Headington
CLASSICAL music will resonate as part of a summer festival in Headington.Tomorrow, tenor Sheridan Edward and mezzo soprano Freya Jacklin will perform at the Summer Festival of Music and Arts.The event will take place at All Saints Church in Lime Walk
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Table top sale in Headington Quarry
A TABLE top sale will take place in Headington Quarry Village Hall next week.Members of the community are invited to sell unwanted items at the hall from 11am to raise funds for its refurbishment.Refreshments will be available and a table costs £5 each.Contact
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Kane Hemmings hoping to have reason to celebrate next time he scores
KANE Hemmings hopes his next goal will count for something after the striker again scored in defeat for Oxford United.The summer signing fired the visitors in front on 16 minutes at Bramall Lane, reacting fastest to convert the rebound after Liam Sercombe
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We won't make excuses, says Chey Dunkley as Oxford United beaten by Sheffield United
OXFORD United’s unsettled back four is not an excuse for their slow start to the season, according to Chey Dunkley.Injuries and a sending off have meant the U’s have not had the same back four play successive 90 minutes so far this season.The disruption
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50 real ales available at Headington beer festival
BEER drinkers can enjoy a festival at the Masons Arms in Headington Quarry this weekend.The pub in Quarry School Place will serve a range of ales from Friday until Sunday.The festival includes 50 different real ales, a Belgian and craft beer bar, as well
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Jake Wright: It was a strange feeling facing Oxford United
JAKE Wright admitted it was an odd experience to face Oxford United for the first time. The centre back’s six-and-a-half years with the club came to an end last month and he made his Sheffield United debut in the 2-1 defeat of Michael Appleton’
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MOTOGP: Bradley Smith ruled out of Silverstone GP
BRADLEY Smith has been ruled out of this weekend’s Octo British Grand Prix after a crash in practice last week left him with a serious injury. The 25-year-old from Oxford was run over and a fork leg went through the back of his knee after colliding
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FOOTBALL: Struggling Oxford City are beaten by Chelmsford City and slip into bottom three
OXFORD City dropped into the bottom three with their fourth defeat in five games, going down 2-0 away to Chelmsford City.Shamir Mullings put the hosts in front after half an hour of the Vanarama National League South clash, with Shaun Jeffers netting
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CRICKET: Great & Little Tew seal Division 1 safety despite rain-affected defeat
GREAT & Little Tew secured their Division 1 status despite falling to a seven-wicket defeat at Tring Park in a rain-affected match.The west Oxfordshire side are an unassailable 34 points above the drop zone with only 20 remaining from the last game of
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Oxford's historic County Hall could be sold off in major property review
OXFORD'S historic County Hall could be sold as council chiefs look to offload property. The main building of Conservative-run Oxfordshire County Council houses most of its administrative staff but a senior councillor says "nothing is off the table
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CRICKET: Captain Will Eason hails Horspath after Division 2 title triumph
CAPTAIN Will Eason cut a proud figure as Horspath evaded Saturday’s deluge to capture the Division 2 title with a four-wicket win at promotion rivals Amersham. Knowing a victory would ensure they would go straight back up to the top-flight of the Home
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FOOTBALL: In-form Jamie Cook scores a brace as North Leigh impress in victory
JAMIE Cook scored twice as North Leigh comfortably beat Paulton Rovers 3-0 in Division 1 South & West.The former Oxford United forward fired home his sixth and seventh goals of the campaign.John Brough’s side could have taken the lead after just three
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FOOTBALL: Banbury United hit by third straight loss in Hitchin Town defeat
BANBURY United fell to their third successive Premier Division defeat in going down 3-1 at Hitchin Town on Saturday.First-half goals from Brett Donnelly and Matt Lench gave the Puritans a steep hill to climb in the Evo-Stik Southern League clash.Despite
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Wanted; cat and dog lover to work with pampered pets for a year
FOR the right person, this could be the purrfect job. An luxury kennels and cattery in Oxfordshire is recruiting an apprentice to work with their pampered pets for one year. The lucky candidate will get to spend their year taking dogs for long
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WEEKEND RESULTS: August 27-28
SKY BET LEAGUE ONE Sheffield Utd 2, Oxford Utd 1. VANARAMA NATIONAL LEAGUE SOUTH Chelmsford City 2, Oxford City 0. EVO-STIK SOUTHERN LEAGUE Premier Div: Hitchin Tn 3, Banbury Utd 1. Div 1 South & West: Didcot Tn 0,
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Towersey Festival will draw to a close tonight with lantern parade and folk ensemble
FOLK musicians wearing floral headbands continue to enchant crowds at Towersey Festival, which will close today with a lantern parade. The eclectic family bonanza has brought some of the genre's favourite stars to the village near Thame, where crowds
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Skin cancer campaign urges men in Oxfordshire to 'Cover up, Mate'
A MAN suffering from skin cancer has warned others they are not invincible to unrepairable damage caused from being unprotected out in the sun. Andy Booker's appeal comes after he was diagnosed with the disease last year. He now has to undergo
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YOUR PICTURES: Hailstones bigger than grapes smash glass and set off car alarms across Oxfordshire + stormy weather
HUGE hailstones bigger than grapes battered Oxford in a freak downpour, smashing glass, setting off car alarms and forcing people to run for safety. Thunder roared across the sky this afternoon before the massive chunks of ice pelted the ground
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Meditation and music brings calm to mindful festival-goers at Peace in the Park
KINDRED spirits floated towards a countryside field for a calming weekend of meditation and music. Minds were quietened in Nuneham Courtenay as spiritual festival Peace in the Park began, offering sanctuary outside The Global Retreat Centre.
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YOUR SAY: Fourth stand at Kassam Stadium may not be built in time for Swindon clash
TIME is running out for Oxford United's fourth stand to be built before the derby against Swindon Town, club bosses warn. U's managing director Greig Box Turnbull said "everything was in place" for the work to be done but the buck stopped with