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Rail chaos hits passengers as trains hit by cancellations and delays
Rail passengers were hit by travel chaos tonight [Monday] as the rain battered the county and beyond. Significant delays were reported for trains leaving Didcot train station as a result of flooding further south. There were delays of up to
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Murder suspect released on bail
A SUSPECT in a murder case has been released on bail. Iman St Clair appeared at Oxford Crown Court today when he was granted bail by Judge Ian Pringle QC. The 18-year-old, of Kestrel Crescent, Oxford, has been charged with murdering Eamonn
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Fire service battle blaze in outbuilding
A SUSPECTED bonfire turned out to be a 'significant' early-morning blaze this week, believed to be a case of arson.Eyewitnesses first thought that a fire to the rear of a property at Mould Crescent, Banbury on Monday November 21 was a lit bonfire
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Let your hair down at Christmas pantomime
FINAL rehearsals are under way for a Christmas production of Rapunzel and the Rascal Prince by local amateur dramatics group the Lynden Players.The classic pantomime will run from December 1 to 3 at Middleton Cheney Village Hall for children and big kids
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Police searching for Good Samaritan who helped injured boy after brawl at a recreation park
POLICE want to speak to a Good Samaritan who came to the aide of an injured boy after a brawl at a recreation park. At around 4pm on Wednesday November 9 there was a fight between a group of men and boys at Spiceball Park, Banbury, A 16-year old
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Oxford's Home Front supported soldiers on the Somme
AS the 100th anniversary of the end of the Battle of the Somme was commemorated on Friday, it’s worth remembering that without the sacrifices of those in the UK, on what is referred to as the Home Front, then the First World War wouldn’t have been brought
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Blenheim Palace lights up for Christmas
BRIGHT lights will illuminate historic Blenheim Palace following the unveiling of the latest addition to the landmark – the Christmas Light Trail. The UNESCO World Heritage site has emerged in holiday spirit with the Christmas at Blenheim trail
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New Oxford Brookes exhibitions chronicles Oxford's role in WWI
A NEW exhibition, chronicling an Oxford battalion's key role during World War I, was officially opened on Friday.Oxford Brookes University opened its Beyond the Western Front exhibition on November 18.The exhibition presents the Oxford and Buckinghamshire
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Giant rescue bunnies looking for a home before Christmas
THEY say the best gifts come in small packages but these giant bunnies could make the perfect fluffy addition to any family Christmas.Mother and son Maggie and Fred, a pair of French lop cross rabbits, are looking for a forever home after spending nearly
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Newly launched bus service a success, says parish council
A NEW bus service launched earlier this month by a parish council has been hailed a success just over a week after its inaugural trip.The new route at Bradlands, Marston to central Headington was first launched on Friday November 11.Marston councillor
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Success for Cherwell School swimmers at national championships
SWIMMERS from The Cherwell School hit their targets at a national competition by finishing in the top three in two categories.The junior girls team finished in third place in both the freestyle and medley relays at the English Schools Swimming Association
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Schools braced for impact of military base closures
HOUSING growth in the county is expected to soften the blow as three of the counties major army barracks are set to close.More than 200 pupils could be forced to leave their Oxfordshire schools as St David's Barrack in Bicester, Vauxhall Barracks
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Woman robbed by hooded man on city footpath
A woman was robbed in a broad daylight attack on a Saturday morning after a man pushed her and stole cash from her purse. At around 9.50am on November 12 the victim was walking along the footpath between the A4158 and Beauchamp Lane when a man
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Residents invited to Witney health meeting
RESIDENTS of Witney have been invited to a board meeting of Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group.The OCCG board meeting - which will come together in Witney Methodist Church next Tuesday (29) from 9am to 12.45pm - will include an update from chief
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Ruptured Achilles tendon rules Wes Thomas out for Oxford United's season
WES Thomas has been ruled out for the rest of Oxford United's season after rupturing one of his Achilles tendons on Saturday. The striker is expected to have surgery later this week after going for a scan today to determine the issue. But whatever
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Oxford United fans' chat
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Car parking bays closed off in Cherwell
SHOPPERS have been warned that the number of spaces in two car parks will be temporarily reduced over the coming week.Banbury's Spiceball north car park will have nine bays closed off until Friday to allow for maintenance works.Following this there
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Jericho and Osney could move to new constituency under new plans
A NEW vision of how Oxford should be represented in future parliaments is to be considered by the Boundary Commission. The commission had put forward preliminary proposals which would see slight alterations made to the Oxford East and Oxford West
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Witney to light up for Christmas
WITNEY'S Christmas lights will be officially switched on by Witney Rotary Club and Witney Round Table on Friday, November 25. The switch-on will take place at 6pm, with entertainment - including live music, stalls and Santa's grotto - kicking
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Glass slipper and ugly sisters set for stage at village Cinderella performance
A PRODUCTON of a popular fairytale is set to sell out in Southmoor.Tickets for Kingston Bagpuize Drama Group's version of Cinderella have been snapped up for performances this Saturday, but seats are still available on Thursday and Friday. The group
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Witney Bowls Club disco to raise money for cancer charity
A DISCO will take guests back to the 1970s and 80s as it raises funds for Cancer Research UK. The event will be held at Witney Bowls Club, in Station Lane, on Saturday (November 26), from 8.30pm to 12.30am. Tickets can be purchased from records store
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Free Christmas fair for community in Witney
CHRISTMAS stalls, facepainting, balloon modelling, a raffle and more will be available at the Ceewood Hall Christmas Fair on Sunday (November 27). The event will start at 2pm and run throughout the afternoon in the Smith's Estate, Witney. It is a
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Oxford's link to historical assassination to be unveiled at lecture
A LITTLE-known local connection to a historical assassination will be revealed in Abingdon.Oxford University tutor Chris Danziger will speak at Stonehill House to mark almost 100 years since Russian peasant Rasputin was killed. The lecture day on Saturday
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Head of conservation in Oxfordshire to address House of Lords about HS2 impact
THE head of conservation at an Oxfordshire conservation charity will address the House of Lords tomorrow on the impacts of HS2.Matt Jackson, from Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust (BBOWT), will speak to a select committee of the impact of the high-speed
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Environment Agency team strengthen flooding defences on the River Windrush
A TEAM from the Environment Agency strengthened flooding defences as it made the River Windrush winter ready. Workers with the agency recently finished re-aligning the Newbridge Cut away from the River Windrush, as well as reinforcing the bank of the
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Students to show off skills at dance festival
STUDENTS will shimmy and shake across the stage at an Abingdon event.More than 100 pupils at Larkmead School will show off their skills at the annual Dance Fest on Thursday.The dances feature all year groups at the secondary school and involve students
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Free activity sessions for women
FREE leisure sessions for women are being offered by Oxford City Council and its leisure partners Fusion Lifestyle.The Active Women vouchers are available to women in the city over 16, who do not exercise more than twice a week for 30 minutes or more,
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Pokémon Go has implications for conservation say Oxford University researchers
A GROUP of researchers from Oxford University has released a paper exploring whether Pokémon Go could deliver lessons in natural history and conservation.The team, led by Leejiah Dorward of the university's Department of Zoology, noted that the augmented
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Football club's new kit honours former player who died of cancer
A WOODSTOCK-based manufacturer of medical devices has become the main club sponsor for Chipping Norton Town Football Club. The club's men’s first team has began the season in a new fully sponsored kit thanks to support from Owen Mumford. The
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Pair jailed for cowardly assault
ATTACKERS who were 'disgustingly intoxicated' when they ambushed a helpless passer-by strolling through a park have been jailed for their cowardly violence. Ryan McCarthy and Christopher Taylor looked on emotionless as they were thrown behind bars
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Opticians hailed as best branch in the region
AN opticians in Abingdon has been hailed as best branch of the year.Scrivens in Bury Street beat off 27 of the chain's other branches in the region to win the award.Manager Marieka Luker said it was 'fantastic' to win and credited teamwork
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Secondary students nominate their teachers for anti-bullying awards
FIVE secondary school teachers were nominated by their students to receive awards for tackling bullying.Sarah Stewart, Pippa Goodfellow, Caroline Smith, Geraint Matthews and Leanne Avis all teach at King Alfred's Academy in Wantage.Their students
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Thousands of frontline hospital staff get flu jab
THOUSANDS of frontline staff working at Oxfordshire's hospitals have been vaccinated as part of an annual staff flu programme.The 2016 flu vaccine was made available through more than 100 temporary clinics available on sites run by Oxford University
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Christmas bazaar in aid of care home this Saturday
A CHRISTMAS bazaar this Saturday morning to raise money for a dementia-specialist care home.The sale will run at Ss Peter and Paul Church hall in West Way, Botley, from 10am until midday, raising money for Vale House care home in Sandford on Thames.There
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Older residents invited for tea with the Mayor
OLDER residents in Abingdon can enjoy a meal with their mayor.Tickets are now available for the annual Christmas tea, which will be hosted this year by Mayor Alice Badcock on December 19.Diners aged older than 70 are welcome at the event as long as they
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GPs pen letter voicing their 'dismay' at Horton General Hospital cuts
MORE than 40 GPs have sent a letter to health bosses and politicians expressing their 'dismay and concern' at the downgrading of the Horton General Hospital.Doctors from across Oxfordshire along with neighbouring counties said changes to the Banbury
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Wildlife talk in Abingdon on Friday night
ABINGDON naturalist David Guyoncourt will talk on the secrets of local nature reserves this Friday night.Mr Guyoncourt will give his presentation to the AGM of Friends of Radley Lakes at Peachcroft Christian Centre, Lindsay Drive, from 7.30pm.The talk
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Christmas bingo event to be held in Cutteslowe
A CHRISTMAS bingo event will be held at Cutteslowe Community Centre.The family-friendly event on December 10, at the Wren Road building, will feature festive prizes and light refreshments. Doors will open at 6pm, with the game starting at 6.30pm.The community
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Scouts' Christmas card delivery service is back
WANTAGE and Grove Scouts will once again be offering their local Christmas card delivery service in December.Postage is 25p per card and payment, along with the cards, should be posted directly into the one of the post boxes at Charlton Post Office (Barnards
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Dick Whittington this year's Wolvercote pantomime
AN acting group in Wolvercote has unveiled Dick Whittington and his Magical Cat as its annual family pantomime.The St Peter’s Players, based out in St Peter’s Church, will perform the show at Wolvercote Village Hall on Wednesday, November 30 and Saturday
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Free antiques valuation day in Wantage
AN ANTIQUES and collectibles valuation day will be held at The Beacon in Wantage on Monday, November 28.Auctioneers Lockdales have invited people to bring old coins, stamps, clocks, watches, books and maps for valuation and possibly a cash offer.Swords
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Mayor invites the town to her annual charity quiz
THE Mayor of Abingdon will hold her annual charity quiz at Abingdon Rugby Club on Friday, December 7.Teams up to eight can enter and tickets cost £10 per person including a fish and chip supper or a vegetarian alternative.The quiz will start at 7pm at
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Day of free activities to mark Christmas tree switch on in Rose Hill
ROSE Hill will be lit up for the festive season with a day of events at the estate's community centre.The Christmas tree lights will be switched on at midday on Saturday, December 3.The day's activities will start with a choir singing carols at
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Parky at the Pictures (In Cinemas 21/11/2016)
The amount of South Korean cinema reaching the UK's weekly release schedule might have declined in recent years, but this remains one of the most prolific and vibrant industries in Asia and there is a chance to catch up with some of the latest offerings
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Kane Hemmings demands Oxford United maintain high standards after big win
OXFORD United set the standard they must aspire to hit in every game with the way Coventry City were despatched, according to Kane Hemmings.The striker was involved in all three goals during a terrific first half which paved the way for a 4-1 victory
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IN PICTURES: Behind the scenes ahead of major project to power John Radcliffe Hospital
AHEAD of the installation of a major new energy link connecting the John Radcliffe and Churchill hospitals the Oxford Mail went underground to go behind the scenes at what powers Oxfordshire’s biggest hospital. The installation of the 2.2km pipeline
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Unsolved crimes: A look back at hgh-profile cases yet to be cracked
Following an investigation by the Oxford Mail, we look back at the recent and historic cases which have not been solved. - Hit-and-run in Blackbird Leys In September last year, Tarak Alam, 19, was left bleeding on the road after a car went
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VIDEO: Viral clip of firefighters' 'mannequin challenge' at crash scene
A video of Eynsham firefighters taking on the mannequin challenge at what appears to be a crash scene has been viewed more than 100,000 times. The clip shows the crew joining in with the craze - which sees people standing still for the duration
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Grandson thanks villagers for saving historic family possessions from blaze
A RELATIVE of Sir Winston Churchill has thanked the 'extraordinary' effort of villagers who rescued pieces of family history as a fire tore through his grandmother's thatched cottage.Alexander Spencer-Churchill, the first cousin three times
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Firms seek funding from investors
LIFE sciences and hi-tech firms pitched their inventions and ideas to potential investors in Oxford.They gathered at Venturefest Oxford's Pitchfest at Unipart House in Garsington Road, Cowley, on Friday.The Venturefest organisation stages a major
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Back to school for Abingdon teacher as he spends day as a first year
THERE was one pupil who looked a little out of place among the first years at Abingdon School as classics teacher Adam Jenkins stepped back in time.The former pupil started at the school 30 years ago when he was 11 and then returned as a teacher in 1999
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Police unable to cope with rise in missing person reports
POLICE officers will be unable to cope with missing person reports without the extra resources to deal with it, the Thames Valley Police Federation has warned.Figures for the Thames Valley area revealed the force received 13,258 missing persons calls
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Oxford United midfielder Ryan Ledson’s joy at ending tough week on real high
RYAN Ledson hailed Oxford United’s hunger as they surged to a 4-1 win against Coventry City at the Kassam Stadium.Scoring goals regularly has proved a struggle for the U’s in Sky Bet League One, but they cut loose against the Sky Blues.It could easily
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FOOTBALL: Banbury United slip up in King’s Lynn Town defeat
BANBURY United fell to a first defeat in four games after a 1-0 defeat at King’s Lynn Town.Toby Hilliard scored the winner with 15 minutes to go as the Puritans slipped to seventh in the Evo-Stik Southern League Premier Division table.King’s Lynn slightly
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FOOTBALL: Oxford City show no mercy in five-star Margate rout
MERCILESS Oxford City decimated hosts Margate 5-0 in a major boost to their bid to escape the Vanarama National League South danger zone.The visitors were dominant throughout, taking a two-goal lead before half-time through Godfrey Poku and Robbie Cundy.Substitute
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Arsenal loanee Dan Crowley warned by Michael Appleton after being left out of Oxford United squad
MICHAEL Appleton said Dan Crowley must learn to be more professional after leaving the teenager out of Oxford United’s squad. The Arsenal loanee has scored three goals in 11 appearances this season, but missed Saturday’s 4-1 victory at home to
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FOOTBALL: Banbury United slip up in King’s Lynn Town defeat
BANBURY United fell to a first defeat in four games after a 1-0 defeat at King’s Lynn Town.Toby Hilliard scored the winner with 15 minutes to go as the Puritans slipped to seventh in the Evo-Stik Southern League Premier Division table.King’s Lynn slightly
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FOOTBALL: Didcot Town and North Leigh win, but Wantage Town and Kidlington suffer defeat
DIDCOT Town made it four wins in a row, with a 1-0 victory at home to struggling Paulton Rovers.Louis Joyce scored the only goal just minutes into the second half as the Railwaymen matched their best run of results since April 2014.Paulton had enjoyed
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RUGBY UNION: Oxford University's Basil Strang determined to keep improving ahead of Worcester test
OXFORD University’s Basil Strang says a strong competition for places is driving him to improve in every game. The fly half starts against Worcester tonight looking to further cement his place in the starting XV for next month’s Varsity Match.
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Man charged with fraud after 'fake policeman' targeted victims
A 21-year-old man has been charged with committing fraud in Drayton near Abingdon. Nahiyan Choudhury, of Hilgrove Rd, Camden, London has been charged with conspiring with others to acquire, use or possess criminal property. The charge relates
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Head coach Michael Appleton urges Oxford United to follow up Coventry City victory
MICHAEL Appleton will reserve any praise for Oxford United’s players over their hammering of Coventry City until he sees what they produce tomorrow night.The best 45 minutes of the season saw the U’s score three times to effectively make the points safe
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WEEKEND RESULTS: November 19-20
SKY BET LEAGUE ONE Oxford Utd 4, Coventry City 1. VANARAMA NATIONAL LEAGUE SOUTH Margate 0, Oxford City 5. EVO-STIK SOUTHERN LEAGUE Premier Div: Kings Lynn Tn 1, Banbury Utd 0. Div 1 South & West: AFC Totton 0, North
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REVEALED: More than 80 per cent of crimes go unsolved
MORE than 80 per cent of crimes reported in Oxford during the first half of the year have not been solved by police, the Oxford Mail can reveal. An investigation by the Mail found that of 6791 crimes reported from January to the end of June, 5599