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Community fridge CLOSED because of coronavirus
A COMMUNITY fridge in Oxford is being forced to temporarily close due to coronavirus. Volunteers from Botley Community Fridge, one of the oldest in the country, posted a message on its Facebook page this afternoon. It said: "I'm afraid that
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All aboard! Families flock to see Thomas and friends
FAMILIES could meet the Fat Controller and take a ride on board Thomas the Tank Engine this weekend as the children's characters paid a visit to Oxfordshire to mark a special anniversary. ALSO READ: The most inspirational women in Oxfordshire
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Nuclear warhead convoy passes through Oxfordshire
A GROUP that monitors the movement of nuclear weapons has said a convoy passed through Oxfordshire. It was tracked on Friday by members of the Oxford Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) as it travelled north. ALSO READ: Oxford City Council
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Support the mental health of mums this Mother's Day
AN OXFORD family centre backs a national campaign supporting mums’ mental health. Special red post boxes have been popping up across Oxford as part of a campaign to raise awareness of perinatal mental health ahead of Mother’s Day. The Maple Tree
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'You can't come to university and expect never to be offended'
OXFORD University has said it 'strongly disapproves' of the decision by a student society to disinvite former Conservative Home Secretary Amber Rudd from giving a talk. The event called 'In Conversation: Amber Rudd', was organised by UNWomen Oxford
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Warning of cold callers offering free insulation
TRADING standards have received reports of cold callers in Bicester offering free insulation. Thames Valley Police advise that before engaging with any companies offering free insulation, contact Better Housing Better Health on their advice helpline
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Shrewsbury Town boss furious at Josh Vela sending off against Oxford United
SAM Ricketts claimed Shrewsbury Town should have been awarded a free-kick for the challenge that saw Josh Vela sent off in their 3-2 defeat to Oxford United. The midfielder received a controversial second yellow card ten minutes before the break
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Fire crews blocked by parked car
FIRE fighters in Bicester were blocked from getting to an incident in the early hours of this morning. At 1am today fire crews in Bicester lost valuable time as they were unable to easily access an incident due to cars blocking the road.
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Oxford United player ratings v Shrewsbury Town
The Oxford Mail player ratings for Oxford United's 3-2 win at Shrewsbury Town. SIMON EASTWOOD Made several important saves to keep United in the game 8 SAM LONG Had a tough time against the hosts’ front three but stuck to his task well
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VIDEO: Highlights from Oxford United's win at Shrewsbury Town
WATCH the main moments from Oxford United's late victory at Shrewsbury Town in Sky Bet League One. Video via Oxford United's official Youtube channel REPORT: Shrewsbury Town 2, Oxford United 3 PICTURES: Gallery from United's
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IN PICTURES: Shrewsbury Town v Oxford United
The best photos from Oxford United's 3-2 win at Shrewsbury Town in Sky Bet League One. All pictures by James Williamson.
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Last month for Oxford United shop
The Oxford United Football Club store in the Covered Market will close at the end of this month. The popular Covered Market shop has been open for two and a half years. However, a recent change of leaseholder for the premises has led to the club
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School considers shorter lunch time and earlier finish
A SCHOOL is considering shortening its lunch period and finishing earlier. Wallingford School has written to parents, inviting them to share opinions on the potential changes to the timetable. Posting on the school's website on Friday, headteacher
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Oxford MP Layla Moran to stand for Lib Dem leadership
OXFORD MP Layla Moran has announced she will run for the leadership of the Liberal Democrats. In an exclusive interview with The Oxford Mail, Ms Moran said she wanted to take the party forward by protecting its internationalist outlook, while making
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Zebra crossing plan outside South Park
A ZEBRA crossing could be installed outside South Park in Oxford. Oxfordshire County Council is consulting on plans to build the crossing on Morrell Avenue, close to the park entrance on Warneford Lane. The pedestrian crossing would be next to
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Oxford University student has coronavirus
AN Oxford University student has tested positive for coronavirus. It is the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the city after Public Health England (PHE) revealed last night there were now four cases in Oxfordshire. UPDATE: ANOTHER coronavirus
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PC Andrew Harper murder trial starts tomorrow
Three teenagers charged with the murder of PC Andrew Harper will stand trial from tomorrow. PC Harper, aged 28 and based at Abingdon police station, died whilst responding to a burglary in Berkshire on August 15, 2019. Henry Long, 18, from
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The most inspirational women in Oxfordshire
Happy International Women’s day. Today is all about supporting and celebrating the social, cultural and political achievements of women from across the world. For over a century International Women's Day has been celebrated on March 8.
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What you had to say about Greggs, Prince Charles and coronavirus
THE BIGGEST Greggs in the world opened in Oxford this week, the same week that activists glued shut bank doors, Prince Charles visited Oxford University and the first cases of Coronavirus were finally confirmed in the county. It’s been a busy week
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The most and least expensive streets in Oxfordshire
EVERYBODY knows buying a house is not cheap, and putting down a deposit in Oxford seems even more unachievable – but where exactly are the most expensive places to live? New data put together by Property Solvers has revealed the 10 streets in the
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Take a look back at Cowley through the decades
Take a look back at Cowley through the decades. Read also: Our favourite Oxfordshire photographs taken by readers From street parties and gigs to demolitions and old shops, are there any scenes from Cowley you recognise or remember?
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Recruitment fair for nurses at JR
THOSE interested in a career in nursing can attend a jobs fair at the John Radcliffe and even interview for a position on the day. There will be opportunities for those already qualified as a registered nurse and students in their final year at