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Grand National cancelled due to coronavirus
Britain's most famous horse race has been cancelled. The Jockey Club has tonight announced that the race at Aintree is called off. It's the latest in a long line of sporting events to be cancelled due to coronavirus.
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RUGBY UNION: Oxfordshire's clubs react as coronavirus causes season suspension
CLUBS across the county will be out of action for at least a month after all levels of the English game were suspended due to coronavirus. The Rugby Football Union (RFU) tonight postponed all rugby activity until April 14, with the measures coming
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Win £500 for your chosen charity only in tomorrow's Oxford Mail
OXFORD Mail readers are in the chance of winning £500 for a local charity when purchasing tomorrow's newspaper. To celebrate the opening of the new B&Q store in Oxford the home improvement retailer is donating a £500 gift card to one lucky
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Art heist thieves may have sailed away
DAREDEVIL burglars who plucked away historic 16th century paintings may have fled the scene of the crime using a boat. The late-night weekend heist saw three high-value artworks stolen from Christ Church Picture Gallery. ALSO READ: Panic-buying
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CORONAVIRUS: Panic-buying continues despite warnings with shelves EMPTY again
SHOCKING pictures of empty shelves showed the scale of coronavirus panic-buying across Oxfordshire's busiest supermarkets. Supplies including pasta, eggs, toilet roll and cleaning products were being cleared out today as shoppers stormed major
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Remember When: Yobs smashed new phone box before it even had a phone
THIS was the first of the Post Office's new-style vandal-proof telephone boxes which were being rolled out across Oxfordshire in May 1970. But before the engineers were even able to put in the telephone and coin box, the vandals had been at work
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Coronavirus: Have you had to cancel your wedding or honeymoon?
As the government urges people to 'avoid' pubs, clubs, bars and theatres and those in the 'at risk' group to distance themselves socially, we are looking for couple whose big days have been impacted. If you were supposed to be getting married
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Fancy buying a football club?
DESPERATE measures were undertaken by the chairman of an Oxfordshire football club who took to social media to flog it to potential buyers. After years of financial instability and struggles to remain opened Abingdon Town Football Club officials
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Failed daylight burglary attempt
TWO offenders fled a major street in Oxford after they attempted to break into a residential property. The to-be-burglars failed to force entry via the front door on St Clement's Road and nothing was stolen. ALSO READ: Coronavirus - Urban Outfitters
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WATCH: Helicopter footage above caravan site on night of PC Harper death
THE FOOTAGE from a helicopter trying to find the car that dragged PC Andrew Harper to death has been played to the jury. The helicopter, deployed by police on the night of August 15, can be seen hovering in the skies as it focuses on Four
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Coronavirus deaths hit 53
THE number of coronavirus deaths in Britain has spiked drastically to 53 as the overall number of people diagnosed reached 1,543. This is a rise of 18 deaths in a 24-hour period. ALSO READ: Coronavirus latest: Brookes halts teaching after second
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Primary school confirms coronavirus case
A PARENT of a Didcot primary school pupil has tested positive for coronavirus. Aureus Primary School informed parents and carers today that a member of its community had contracted the flu-like virus, and that it would be carrying out additional
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Coronavirus: Oxford City now join lockdown while FA advises grassroots suspension
OXFORD City's next three games have been postponed after the Vanarama National League brought in a suspension to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak. The competition played on over the weekend, amid plenty of criticism, but following a board meeting
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Coronavirus: I'm pregnant - what's the advice?
The government has today for the first time placed expectant mothers in the 'at risk' category. Scientifically, pregnant people haven't been proven to be at greater risk of experiencing severe symptoms of Covid-19 so far, but there is still a
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RUGBY UNION: Oxfordshire's clubs wait to find out how coronavirus impacts them
CLUBS across the county are still waiting to see whether they can continue playing as coronavirus tightened its grip on the sport. The Rugby Football Union discussed their response to the outbreak at a meeting today, with a season suspension likely
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PC Andrew Harper murder trial: dash-cam footage of undercover BMW
DASH-CAM footage from PC Andrew Harper's undercover BMW police car was shown to the jury at the Old Bailey. *Warning: bad language* PC Harper died on August 15 after being dragged behind a car for more than a mile at speeds of around
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Boat Race 2020 cancelled due to coronavirus outbreak
THE Boat Race has become the latest sporting event cancelled because of coronavirus. Organisers this afternoon cancelled the iconic contest between Oxford and Cambridge on the River Thames, which was scheduled for Sunday, March 29. They tweeted
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Coronavirus: What's the evidence on Ibuprofen?
There is not enough information on ibuprofen use and Covid-19 to advise people to stop using ibuprofen, health officials in England have said. Public Health England (PHE) said there is no published scientific evidence that ibuprofen increases the
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Coronavirus panic-buying: Now Boots imposes limits on what you can buy
Long queues and empty shelves have hit high street pharmacies, as members of the public ignored official advice and bought health supplies in bulk. As reported over the weekend, shoppers called scenes at Oxfordshire's supermarkets 'mayhem' and
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Prolific thief who 'blighted the lives' of city residents given final chance by judge
A PROLIFIC Oxford thief who 'blighted the lives' of city residents has been given a final chance and will embark on a residential rehabilitation scheme. Serial criminal James Lennon, dubbed the 'Headington door knocker,' was again at Oxford Crown
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New safe cycle and pedestrian paths proposed
The safety of pedestrians and pedal cyclists could be improved in Faringdon with proposed shared-use cycle tracks. Oxfordshire County Council has proposed shared-use cycle tracks on Southampton Street and Berner’s Way. Read also: New Thames bridge
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Coronavirus - AVOID public places and work from home, says PM
The Prime Minister has asked the public to avoid public spaces and work from home. In a press conference this afternoon, he said people need to 'avoid' pubs, clubs, bars and theatres and avoid 'non-essential contact.' He also said that over
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Invest £250 to support renewable energy and fight climate change
OXFORDSHIRE residents are invited to act on climate change by investing £250 to get a financial return of up to five per cent. Social enterprise Low Carbon Hub has partnered with investment firm Ethex to try to raise £1.5 million from ordinary
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Coronavirus: Could you afford 8 WEEKS unpaid leave? That's what Virgin Atlantic is asking staff
Virgin Atlantic plans to cut 75 per cent of services and ask staff to take eight weeks unpaid leave, it has been revealed. The aviation giant is the latest to reveal difficulties brought about by coronavirus. It comes after EasyJet said it
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Moped stolen from driveway
A MOPED was stolen on Sunday from an Oxford property. The white Sinnis Street 50cc moped was stolen between 5pm and 8pm. It was parked on the driveway of a home in Rivermead Road. If you have information, report the incident online, reference
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Mums-to-be can now stay mobile during labour and monitor baby's heart rate
MUMS-to-be having their babies at the John Radcliffe Hospital Women's Centre can now be upright and mobile during labour while their baby is being monitored. Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) has become the only centre in the
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CORONAVIRUS: Oxford City FA league suspended after two players test positive
TWO players in the Oxford City FA League have tested positive for coronavirus. The competition was today suspended indefinitely after its committee learnt the news, while squads from the teams affected are self-isolating. Confirmation of the
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Call for council meetings to be cancelled due to coronavirus
CONCERNS for the health of councillors has led to calls for public meetings to be stopped during the coronavirus crisis. Richard Webber, of the Oxfordshire County Council Liberal Democrat group, made the call in letter to council leader Ian Hudspeth
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Star-studded Oxford Lit Fest called off due to CORONAVIRUS
The Oxford Literary Festival - one of the biggest cultural events of the year has been cancelled over coronavirus fears. The event, which was due to start next week, would have seen talks and events with some of the biggest writers and personalities
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Oxford United among clubs beating coronavirus lockdown with FIFA 20 tournament
With football on lockdown due to coronavirus, clubs are set to fill the time with a new competition - in the FIFA 20 videogame. In a bid to stop the virus's spread, there will be no more professional football in England until at least April 4.
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Oxfordshire Senior Cup semi-final off as OFA suspend competitions
NORTH Leigh’s Oxfordshire Senior Cup semi-final against Thame United has been postponed as the coronavirus outbreak continues to take its toll. The Oxfordshire FA today agreed to suspend all county cup competitions until May 5, with Wednesday’s
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Nike outlet closed to 'limit spread' of coronavirus
BICESTER'S Nike store has closed from today due to the coronavirus. The sportswear brand announced on its website that its branches in America, Canada, Western Europe, Australia and New Zealand are shut to 'limit the spread' of Covid-19. ALSO
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Coronavirus - Urban Outfitters latest city store to close
Urban Outfitters at the Westgate is one of a number of city centre stores closed today due to coronavirus. A notice on the door says: 'For the safety and precaution of the community, all Urban Outfitters stores will be closed until further notice
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Coronavirus: What Oxfordshire events have been cancelled?
As the number of coronavirus cases continues to rise many event organisers in Oxfordshire have decided to cancel as a safety precaution. See our live blog for the latest coronavirus updates for Oxfordshire Here is a list of the postponed or
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Brookes cancels lectures after another student contracts coronavirus
TEACHING will be halted at Oxford Brookes University from tomorrow after a second student contracted coronavirus. The Oxford Mail has seen an email sent to students this afternoon announcing that there will be no face-to-face lectures until further
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New £18m leisure centre has been CANCELLED
A NEW leisure centre will not be built between Wantage and Grove, as a council could not raise the £18.8 million budget needed. Vale of White Horse District Council has formally agreed that all work on the proposed new leisure centre, which was
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Star cancels his Oxford show tonight over CORONAVIRUS fears - and blames Government
JAZZ artist Jamie Cullum has cancelled his sold-out show tonight in Oxford - and abandoned the rest of his UK tour because of coronavirus fears. The singer and pianist was due to play the New Theatre Oxford as part of a 12-date tour but has cancelled
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Man asked for cigarette and money before snatching bag
A MAN asked for a cigarette, and then a pound, before snatching a woman's bag. A 57-year-old woman was walking along the Kingsway, Banbury towards the entrance of Leigh Grove when she was approached by the man. The woman opened her bag to give
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Stores closed at Bicester Village and 'staff resign'
STORES at Bicester Village have taken it upon themselves to close today despite the outlet's owners saying it is business as usual. ALSO READ: Shopper says sign on store window at Bicester Village is 'disgusting' New Balance has closed and
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EFL: This is no time for speculation on how coronavirus-hit season will end
THE EFL has called for calm heads as they look to come up with a plan to deal with the complications caused by coronavirus. On Friday the board took a decision to suspend competition until at least April 3, a period which included three Oxford
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'Hello': a look back at the fight to get handheld mobiles in Oxfordshire
WE use them everyday and they've become a handheld essential, but it wasn't actually so long ago that residents were fighting to get phones installed into their homes, and whizz's were working out the quickest way to do so.
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Sign up for community litter picking event
A COMMUNITY litter pick will be taking place later this month, led by national charity Keep Britain Tidy. West Oxfordshire district councillor Andrew Coles has organised the project at Witney’s Smiths Estate, and he said: “Thoughtlessly discarded
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Freemen of Oxford stage awards ceremony at the town hall
YOUNG apprentices from across Oxfordshire were handed awards for excellence by the Freemen of Oxford – one of the city’s oldest organisations. The Freemen formed in Saxon times and later in the Domesday Book they are recorded looking after Port
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Missing man found
A HEADINGTON man missing since Saturday has been found, police have announced. Oliver Helstrom, 35, has been found safe and well, and Thames Valley Police thanked the public for their assistance in helping trace him.
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Coronavirus: New visitor restrictions at Oxford hospitals
THE hospital trust in charge of the John Radcliffe has announced new restrictions on visitors for patients and reduced visiting times due to coronavirus. A statement from Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, said the measures would
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Council meeting cancelled due to coronavirus
A TOWN council has cancelled its Annual Town Meeting due to 'increasing concerns over the coronavirus'. Didcot Town Council said the meeting, planned for Wednesday, will be rescheduled at a later date.
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Coronavirus - EasyJet introduces further 'significant' cancellations
EasyJet has said it is introducing "further significant cancellations" as a result of travel restrictions caused by the coronavirus pandemic. It comes after Tui announced this morning it will suspend a significant amount of its flights and holidays
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Oxford United explain ticket policy amid coronavirus uncertainty
OXFORD United are waiting on guidance from the EFL before making a decision on refunding tickets for the fixtures postponed on Friday. The entire schedule has been paused until at least April 3 as part of measures aimed at tackling coronavirus.
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Live: murder trial of PC Andrew Harper
4:24pm The jury has now left for the day. The trial will continue tomorrow morning.
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Women's Tour cycle race postponed due to coronavirus
ANOTHER event set to take place this year in Oxfordshire has been postponed. Following consultations with stakeholders, sponsors and partners, organisers SweetSpot have decided to call off the Women's Tour. The first stage of the cycling race
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Coronavirus: Two Oxfordshire schools CLOSED
A PRIMARY school in Oxfordshire is closed today after two senior staff members reported symptoms consistent with coronavirus. Long Wittenham CE Primary School near Didcot is shut, and is not expected to reopen until Wednesday following a 'deep
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Oxford United close offices as part of coronavirus measures
OXFORD United have announced several departments have been closed until further notice. The club's offices, including the ticket office at the Kassam Stadium, and shops are now shut as part of plans to help tackle the spread of coronavirus.
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OX5 Run CANCELLED due to coronavirus
ORGANISERS have today announced this year's OX5 Run has been cancelled due to coronavirus. The five-mile event in the grounds of Blenheim Palace, which is one of the biggest fundraisers for Oxford Children's Hospital, will not take place as planned
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Slow traffic due to two-car crash
TRAFFIC is very slow due to an accident, involving two cars. Marston Road southbound was partially blocked after the incident at the B4495 Headley Way. All lanes how now re-opened.
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Tui suspends vast amount of holidays due to coronavirus
Tui has announced it is suspending a vast amount of its operations due to coronavirus. Flights to destinations such as Spain, Cyprus, Malta and Tunisia have been impacted. The travel group said in a statement this morning: "In this rapidly
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FOOTBALL: Oxford City face financial challenge if fixtures are postponed
PAYING players will become a challenge if the Vanarama National League falls into line with the rest of English football’s top divisions, Oxford City’s finance director has admitted. Oxfordshire clubs in Sky Bet League One, BetVictor Southern League
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Popular restaurant will ask people with virus symptoms to leave
A POPULAR restaurant will be introducing 'highly unusual changes' to combat the risk of coronavirus. Japanese restaurant Edamame in Holywell Street has ordered forehead digital thermometers and will be taking temperature checks from visitors.
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HORSE RACING: Paul Webber delighted to break Cheltenham Festival duck
OXFORDSHIRE trainer Paul Webber was thrilled to end his long wait for a first Cheltenham Festival winner as Indefatigable flew up the hill to snatch a dramatic victory in the meeting’s finale. Webber, who is based at Mollington, near Banbury, had
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COMMENT: What next for Oxford United and the EFL during coronavirus outbreak?
OF ALL the questions to emerge over the last few days, the simplest is also the toughest to answer: what now? This weekend saw a partial shutdown of the sporting schedule across Oxfordshire, reflecting a lack of clarity on how best to deal with
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FOOTBALL: Oxford City in the dark over whether National League will continue
OXFORD City boss David Oldfield admitted their future was up in the air despite playing this weekend. The three Vanarama National Leagues opted to continue their schedule, although half of the top division fixtures were postponed due to coronavirus
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Police officer accused of being 'inappropriate' towards younger juniors
A POLICE officer accused of behaving inappropriately towards his junior colleagues will face the heads of the police at a disciplinary hearing this week. PC James Taylor, who was based at Reading police station, is currently suspended from duty
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Police officer works 'tirelessly' to help injured colleagues
A THAMES Valley Police officer who has 'tirelessly' worked to help colleagues back on their feet after they have suffered physical injury or mental health illness has won an award. Inspector Damien Isherwood is a Trustee of the charity Pilgrim Bandits
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Foresters Tower murder: inquests tomorrow
THE INQUESTS of a woman who was murdered in a block of flats and a man who fell to his death from the top floor will be held this week. Emily Goodman, 42, died on the night of September 23 at Foresters Tower in Wood Farm from neck injuries.
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Battle of the vans: Council to choose street food traders
FIVE street food traders are competing against each other for just two sites in Oxford city centre. Oxford City Council will decide today which of the five will operate on sites outside Christ Church, St Aldates and on the High Street, both of which
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New Thames bridge plan for Oxford
A NEW bridge over the Thames in Oxford for cyclists and pedestrians could be built with the help of £7 million. The cash comes from the Oxfordshire Growth Deal, with £6m for the bridge behind Oxford Ice Rink and another £1 million to improve cycle
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Latest results from court
OXFORD MAGISTRATES' CALLUM JORGE SEALE, 18, of Rackham Place, Oxford, admitted drink driving on December 26 on Abingdon Road, Oxford and driving without a licence and without third party insurance. Had 122 mcg of alcohol in 100 ml of breath. He
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Oxford United store to close this week
THE Oxford United store in the Covered Market is braced for its final week of trade, starting today. The shop has been open for two and a half years, but previously announced it will close at the end of this week. The club still operates a store
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Director who let piles of wood build up appeals fine
THE DIRECTOR of a wood recycling company that was fined £15,000 after storing mountains of dangerous wood will now pay back a fraction of the costs. In January, earlier this year, the Environment Agency told Oxford Magistrates' Court that Red Jon
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'If you think you might like to be a firefighter – come and try it'
OXFORDSHIRE’S fire service has launched a new drive to boost diversity. The service has urged applicants from all parts of the community to apply, including women, people who are black or Asian, people who are gay, bisexual and transgender, and