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...Now people are STEALING hand sanitiser from hospitals
Hand sanitising gel is being stolen by visitors to a hospital on a daily basis as demand for the product grows amid the spread of coronavirus. As reported earlier, shelves of supermarkets across the country are empty as shoppers panic-but hand
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Worried pupils followed by group of teenagers
A PRIMARY school has warned parents about pupils being followed by teenagers. In its newsletter, Madley Brook school said that 'several incidents' have been reported in the last few days by worried pupils. A group of teenagers have been following
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Police will team up Aspire Oxfordshire to stop prisoners reoffending
POLICE will reduce criminals reoffending by teaming up with groups in the Thames Valley to ensure they have access to employment, housing and support. In the first of its kind for Thames Valley, a one day event is being held on March 16 to bring
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Poster slamming unisex toilets discovered at the Ashmolean
A CONTROVERSIAL poster was discovered in the unisex toilets of a popular museum in Oxford this afternoon. A reader alarmed by the red sticker at the Ashmolean, which read 'Gender neutral facilities are not safe for women and girls; women demand
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Van seized and door-to-door traders 'detained'
MEN were 'detained and spoken to' by police in Wantage today after reports of them going to door to door for work. ALSO READ: Drugs fell out of dealer's backside during police search An alert by Thames Valley Police said residents should 'consider
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Granddaughter of Thirty-Nine Steps author John Buchan sheds light on thriller writer's Oxford years
A HUNDRED years ago, John Buchan, his wife Susie and their four young children, moved into Elsfield Manor, just outside Oxford, writes Ursula Buchan. So began 15 very happy and productive years for the already famous novelist, non-fiction writer
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Gender pay gap on council 'should be at zero' in the future
THERE should not be a gender pay gap for Oxford City Council is the message from a council chief. The city council's scrutiny committee discussed a new report into the gender pay gap between men and women working for the council at its meeting on
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Lord Mayor won't be shaking people's hands due to coronavirus
OXFORD'S Lord Mayor has announced that he will not be shaking hands with anyone 'until the risk from the coronavirus outbreak has diminished'. Craig Simmons has just returned from a train tour of three of Oxford's twin towns - Leiden, Bonn and
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Accident on A40 cleared after being closed for hours
THE A40 is closed both ways due to an accident involving two vehicles. The closure stretches from Tetsworth High Street, near Thame, to the B4012 at Postcombe. More to follow.
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Colombian Truth Commission visit to Oxford
A TOP representative from the Colombian Truth Commission visited Oxford University yesterday. Commissioner Dr Carlos Beristain took part in a conference with academics and members of the Colombian community in exile. The meeting at Oxford University
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'Innovative' business centre up for award
AN eco-friendly building in an Oxfordshire town could win a national award. Bicester’s Eco Business Centre has been recognised for its environmental credentials alongside the value it brings to the local economy. The Royal Town Planning Institute
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BREAKING: First coronavirus case confirmed in Swindon
THE first case of coronavirus has been confirmed in Swindon. Sue Wald, Corporate Director of Adult Social Services and Health at Swindon Borough Council, said: “I can confirm that one adult in Swindon has tested positive for coronavirus after returning
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Coronavirus: UK cases jump by 47 in a single day from 115 to 163
The number of people diagnosed with coronavirus in the UK as of 7am on Friday has risen to 163 from 115 at 9am on Thursday, it has been confirmed. The Department of Health issued a fresh statement on Friday afternoon. Where are the cases of
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British Airways staff contract coronavirus
British Airways has confirmed two members of staff have coronavirus. It is thought the two patients were working as baggage handlers. It comes as the government announced it will invest £46 million into researching a rapid test.
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Did you see anyone damage cars in this street?
MALES have been seen causing criminal damage to vehicles in a street in Eynsham. The offence happened on Tuesday, March 3 at around 11pm in Queen Street. ALSO READ: Nike in Bicester 'closed for cleaning' following coronavirus rumours If you
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THREE TO WATCH: Key Shrewsbury Town players in Oxford United clash
A QUICK glance at the Sky Bet League One table illustrates why Shrewsbury Town occupy 15th place. Sam Ricketts's men have scored just 29 goals in 33 games this season, with only bottom side Bolton Wanderers finding the net fewer times. But
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£1m lottery boost for arts at Old Fire Station helps the homeless
MARK Taylor was homeless until he received support from Crisis Skylight at the Old Fire Station in Oxford. Now he is fully involved in arts projects at the George Street venue. Yesterday he met National Lottery boss Matt Ridsdale and told him
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Universities clash in jazzy 'battle of bands'
St Giles Church, in Oxford, was very happy to play host to a totally unexpected ‘battle of the bands’ when two swing big bands frpm Oxford and Durham universities - were parachuted in for their annual varsity ‘jazz off’. The programme was divided
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CLASSIC CLASH: Andy Woodman's horror injury in Oxford United win over Shrewsbury
Ahead of each of United's games this season, we are looking back at memorable matches against their next opponents. March 15, 2003: Shrewsbury Town 1, Oxford United 2 ANDY Woodman needed 48 stitches after suffering a horrific facial injury
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Pupils and parents 'full of praise' for village school
PUPILS told Ofsted inspectors that their school is 'incredible' and 'amazing'. That was some of the feedback from children quoted in a new report for Garsington CE Primary School, near Oxford, following an inspection. A new report concluded that
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'Water meadows save us from flooding - but badgers and otters are struggling'
Nature's sponge, Oxfordshire's Chimney Meadows are saving the county from flooding - but wildlife is still in trouble, writes Lucy Garrod of the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust The trust (BBOWT) reserve near Bampton, is
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Bed goes up in flames due to microwaveable warmer
A MICROWAVEABLE wheat bean bag has been blamed for causing a bed to go up in flames. A post shared by Oxfordshire Fire Service yesterday said on Wednesday morning crews from Kidlington Fire Station and Rewley Road Fire Station were called to reports
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Tell us who are Oxfordshire's most inspirational women
WE'RE looking for Oxfordshire's most inspirational women to celebrate International Women's Day. For over a century International Women's Day has been celebrated on March 8. This year International Women's Day falls on Sunday. Since 1911
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Can pets catch and pass on coronavirus? What you need to know
With cases of coronavirus continuing to spread across the globe, many pet owners are concerned for the wellbeing of their companions. Can animals give humans the new coronavirus strain and can they get ill from the virus? This is what you need
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'Safe haven' opens for people in mental health crisis
A NEW service offering a late-night safe space for people experiencing mental health crisis has opened in Oxfordshire. Banbury Safe Haven will offer additional out-of-hours support for adults living with mental illness in the north of the county
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Prue Leith announced to open flower show
GREAT British Bake Off judge Prue Leith is to open an Oxfordshire flower show this summer. The Blenheim Palace Flower Show will be opened by the TV chef and author at 10am on Friday, June 26. Mrs Prue will be taking part in two question and answer
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Dad's charity golf day in tribute to twin sons
A FATHER who lost his beloved twin boys to a rare condition will hold a hospice fundraiser in their memory. Mike Illingworth, from Witney, is organising a memorial golf day at Oxford Golf Club for the sixth time. It will be held on Friday, May
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Camera Club: Feeling the rhythm for this week's dance theme
Oxford Mail Camera Club have been getting their boogie on this week and have sent in their snaps of dance festivals and competitions for this week’s theme of ‘dance’. From dancing bears to Morris dancers the pictures from this week are colourful
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Kitchen donated to nursing home to help Dementia patients
A NURSING home near Bicester is trying to make the experience of its residents more similar to their lives at home. Carol Brunton, head of activities at Fewcott House Nursing Home, leads events for residents who suffer with Dementia. In her latest
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A council tax scam cost an Oxford resident £850
A TAX scam led to an Oxford resident being swindled out of £850, and now the city council is warning of similar schemes. Citizens Advice Oxford and Oxford City Council are warning of council tax scams as bills are currently landing on doormats.
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Will new committee be 'up to the job' of East Oxford plans?
WILL fresh-faced councillors be up to the task of scrutinising a plan to build new council homes alongside a community centre? That was the question asked as Oxford City Council's scrutiny committee discussed the change of faces after May's local
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Oxford people cash in on hand gel shortage after coronavirus panic-buying
HAND sanitiser is being sold online for hiked-up prices after coronavirus panic-buying saw shops sell out. Some people in Oxfordshire appear to be trying to cash in on the shortage, by selling overpriced antibacterial gels on sites like Gumtree
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Amber Rudd no-platformed: 'This is NOT how women should treat each other'
Amber Rudd's daughter has hit out at students at her former university after they no-platformed the former home secretary. Rudd was due to speak yesterday as part of International Women's Day celebrations, raising money for an FGM charity.
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New ‘listening benches’ in city
HEADINGTON residents will be able to enjoy historic stories about their area with a series of new ‘listening benches’ and audio units. The listening benches will feature wind-up and solar powered audio devices that will play recordings about the
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Police awarded for bravery after detaining extremely violent man who tried to murder his family
THREE police officers managed to detain a monstrous man who tried to kill his wife by drowning her in a bath, and her three children. Officers David Icke, Emily Chapman and Nazia Hussain, based in Milton Keynes, have been named the overall winners
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What to do instead of shaking hands with people during the coronavirus outbreak
Football and rugby teams are avoiding hand shakes, and people are becoming increasingly concerned with how they greet each other. Shaking hands is one of the world’s most common ways of welcoming someone. The traditional greeting is considered
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Youths 'distress' elderly villagers with centuries-old prank
TROUBLEMAKERS have been 'distressing' elderly villagers by ringing their doorbells and running off. William Fletcher Primary School in Yarnton has notified parents of the mischief, having been asked to do so by Yarnton Parish Council. A message
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Nike 'closed for cleaning' following coronavirus rumours
OXFORDSHIRE'S Nike store has closed due to cleaning. The store in Bicester, which opened in January, has a sign on the front window saying 'Closed for cleaning. Sorry for the inconvenience'. It comes as rumours started circulating on social
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'King of the one-liner' comedian Gary Delaney's 15 FUNNIEST jokes
GARY Delaney is the master of the one-liner; a one-man machine gun of gags, which he unleashes on his audiences without mercy. No one else can deliver jokes at such volume and velocity nor with such scatter gun abandon. His wisecracks are so
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Police officers awarded for saving family after horrific car crash
A BICESTER police officer who helped a family survive a horrific car crash of ‘complete carnage’ has been awarded for his courage. PC Gavin Morgan, based at Bicester Police Station, as well as two other Cherwell officers, have won a Thames Valley
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Drive with caution as black ice on roads
DRIVERS are urged to take care this morning as there is black ice on roads. The dangerous ice is on the A417 Faringdon Road at West Challow near Mellors Garage. Vehicles have come off the road as a result. BLACK ICE on the #A417 at
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Amber Rudd says students should 'stop hiding' after her talk was cancelled
AN Oxford University society that invited former Conservative Home Secretary Amber Rudd to speak last night cancelled the talk. The event called 'In Conversation: Amber Rudd', was organised by UNWomen Oxford and was due to take place at 7.30pm
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Missing man found safe and well
POLICE have found a man from Oxfordshire who had gone missing. The force appealed for the public's help in tracing Robin Auld, 82, from Henley-on-Thames. He was last seen at 3.30pm yesterday in Portland Road, in the Notting Hill area of London
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Oxford United are back in the groove after FA Cup – Sam Ricketts
SAM Ricketts believes Oxford United have rediscovered their mojo ahead of the visit to his Shrewsbury Town tomorrow. Both sides had dips after high-profile Emirates FA Cup fourth-round replays against Newcastle United and Liverpool. But four
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BADMINTON: Banbury's Jess Street stars in Devon + round-up
JESS Street crowned an excellent Devon Under 17 competition with gold in the girls’ doubles. The teenager, from Banbury, partnered Avon’s Jenny Tofts in victory, before teaming up with Bicester’s Anthony Peverell to claim silver in the mixed doubles
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‘Calm’ Oxford United approach key to 50 games without a red card, says boss
OXFORD United’s ‘respectful’ approach goes some way to explaining their disciplinary record this season, says boss Karl Robinson. The U’s head to Shrewsbury Town tomorrow without a red card in 50 games since their last visit to Shropshire.
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FOOTBALL: Kaziboni bolsters Banbury's play-off push + Southern League previews
BANBURY United have extended Greg Kaziboni’s loan spell until the end of the season as they continue their BetVictor Southern League Premier Central play-off bid. The 26-year-old wide man will not be able to face parent club Tamworth on the final
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RUGBY UNION: Chinnor aim for magnificent seven + weekend previews
RICKY Khan says Chinnor are ready for another tough test at Sale this Saturday. The Thame-based side make the 330-mile round trip to Greater Manchester in National League 1. Chinnor travel up today as they look to control all elements of their
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FOOTBALL: Former Oxford United player David Oldfield named Oxford City boss
FORMER Oxford United player David Oldfield has been named Oxford City’s new manager. The 51-year-old, who was also coach and caretaker boss at the U’s, will take the reins at Court Place Farm. Oldfield arrives with City 12th in Vanarama National
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Oxford United boss plans to keep settled side for promotion push
OXFORD United’s treatment room may be emptying, but for Karl Robinson the selection issues in the final ten games will be simple. Having left a frantic February behind, the schedule is far more straightforward between now and May. And it is
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Oxford United form contingency plan with Elliott Moore set to become a father
ELLIOTT Moore will travel separately to the Oxford United squad today in case he has to make a quick getaway. His partner is expecting their first child, with the due date set for next Saturday. It is a tense time for the centre back, particularly
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Supermarket rolls out sushi counter
AN Oxford branch of supermarket Waitrose is set to go Japanese by offering customers handmade sushi. Fans of the delicacy – a concoction of rice, vegetables, fish and seafood, often made into rolls and sliced – will be able to tuck into some freshly
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The Italian restaurant hailed as 'best in Oxford'
A POPULAR Italian restaurant many claim is the best in Oxford has been recognised for equally high food hygiene standards. La Cucina, in St Clement's Street, was awarded a top score of five stars after Oxford City Council's health team visited the
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Drugs fell out of dealer's backside during police search
A DRUG dealer was caught with class A drugs after he 'leant forward' at a police station and crack and heroin fell out of his backside. Marcus Dacres appeared at Oxford Crown Court to be sentenced yesterday morning(March 5). The 24-year-old of
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Latest food hygiene results for Oxfordshire
The latest inspections by Oxfordshire councils' hygiene teams. What do the numbers mean? 0 - urgent improvement necessary 1 - major improvements necessary 2 - improvements necessary 3 - business generally satisfactory 4 - business
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School's warning over 'secret messaging' app used by children
PARENTS have been warned of an app that allows users to exchange secret messages and time them to self-destruct. North Kidlington Primary School has written to parents about a messaging app called Telegram, after noticing that some pupils had been