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Concerns growing for welfare of missing man, 41, last seen in Asda
Concerns are growing for the welfare of a missing 41-year-old man last seen in an Oxfordshire supermarket. Michael was last seen on CCTV at the Wheatley Asda last Wednesday (October 11). Have you seen Michael, aged 41? He's missing
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Oxfordshire farm hosts pumpkin patch and spooky trail
A fun-loving farm in Abingdon has opened its pick-your-own pumpkin patch and spooky trail ahead of Halloween. High Lodge Farm in Culham has prepared a special treat for Halloween lovers, who can now make their way to the farm’s eerie ‘sunflower
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Arts centre to host performance of family Christmas Show
Tickets have gone on sale for a family Christmas Show at an entertainment venue in Didcot. Heart of Winter will run from Monday, December 18, through to Christmas Eve (December 24) at the Cornerstone Arts Centre on Station Road. The production
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Visitors to town's historical festival urged to dress as Saxons
Wantage will mark its royal history with an annual festival to celebrate King Alfred the Great. AlfredFest will feature a packed day of events related to the great ruler, who is believed to have been born in the town more than 1,000 years ago
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Oxfordshire MP reveals extended family unable to flee Gaza after house bombed
MP Layla Moran has said members of her extended family are “too old” to flee Gaza after their house was bombed by Israeli forces. The Liberal Democrat disclosed the details as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak gave a statement to the House of Commons
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Car seized for having no insurance and 'bald' tyres
A car has been seized after a driver had no insurance and the vehicle didn't meet roadworthiness standards, police have said. Officers stopped a yellow Fiat car near Witney for having no insurance with further police checks showing the car did
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Married at First Sight groom 'removed' from show following 'fight with co-star'
A Married at First Sight UK participant has been removed from the Channel 4 show due to "an altercation" with another cast member. Luke Worley, who is from Clacton in Essex, is reported to be the person who was kicked off the show. It's alleged
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Here's why the bomb squad was called to the River Thames in Oxford
A first world war artillery shell has been found by a fisherman in Oxford with the bomb squad called to deal with the historic weapon. Thames Valley Police said the bomb squad - Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) - dealt with the discarded first
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‘Don’t take our votes for granted’: Oxford mosques release statement
Four Mosques in Oxford have released a statement decrying the Labour Party’s stance on recent conflict in Palestine. Manavar Anwar, trustee of the Central Oxford Mosque and Oxford 4 Mosque Forum, said: "The Oxford Four Mosque Forum consists of
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Community celebrates Dalai Lama visit anniversary
An Oxfordshire community has Abbey celebrated its 50th anniversary visit of the Dalai Lama. Tibetans joined in for the celebration on Sunday October 22 at the Abbey Sutton Courtenay in Abingdon, led by teacher Lelumg Rinpoche. The Dalai Lama
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Ford Focus driver accused of dangerous driving, affray and having a knife
A man has appeared in court accused of driving a Ford Focus dangerously in Thame. Ross Laird, 44, pleaded not guilty to dangerous driving on Warren Mead, possession of a knife and affray when he appeared in the dock at Oxford Crown Court on Friday
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Oxfordshire station to trial sign language assistance facilities
An Oxfordshire train station is trialling a British Sign Language (BSL) screen to provide the latest passenger information to help the deaf and hard of hearing. Chiltern Railways is trialling the technology at four of its busiest stations including
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Fastest runners revealed for this year’s Oxford Half Marathon
Results have been revealed for this year’s Oxford Half Marathon which has already raised more than £700,000 for charity. The first female finisher of Sunday’s race was Steph McCall, with Matthew Kearney the first male and Tiaan Bosch the first
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Bicester Street Piano founder contacted by Channel 4 about The Piano show
The installer of Bicester’s street piano has been contacted by a TV channel to encourage people to apply to their music show. David Thompson, who restored the 1930s instrument and made it available to the public around two years ago, said he had
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Man injured after late night toll bridge fight
A man was injured after a fight involving two drivers near to the Swinford Toll Bridge in Eynsham. During the incident, two vehicles, a blue VW Golf and a white Peugeot 2008, were damaged and one person was injured. It is not known if the person
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Unlocking the power of young voices: Join our school journalism programme
With less than three weeks to secure your spot for this academic year, schools are rapidly signing up their students for the Newsquest Young Reporter Scheme. Starting up for the 16th year, the scheme has given thousands of students huge advantages
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Caravan blocks historic Grade I bridge after getting stuck
A caravan caused large tailbacks of traffic after getting stuck on an historic bridge crossing the River Thames in Oxfordshire. Drivers said the caravan got stuck on the Grade I listed bridge in Radcot at around 12.30pm this afternoon (October
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Three city boozers handed new food hygiene ratings
Three Oxford pubs and bars have been given new food hygiene ratings after recent inspections. And it's good news for all of them as they were all given the highest possible score. O'Neill's in George Street has received a five-star rating following
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Oxford City Stars remain bottom after defeat on the road
OXFORD City Stars remain rooted to the bottom of the NIHL Division 1 South after a 6-3 defeat on the road. Joe Tomalin gave home side Romford Buccaneers a 1-0 lead in the first period, before the clash burst into life in the second. READ ALSO
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M40 danger driver's sentencing delayed due to jail crowding fear
A dangerous driver’s sentencing became the first to be delayed under a new edict imposed over concerns about prison overcrowding. Jimmy-Paul Nunn, 37, was due to be sentenced at Oxford Crown Court on Monday (October 16) after pleading guilty last
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Eddie Pepperell returns to form and makes par from a portable toilet
EDDIE Pepperell returned to form with a top 20 finish which included making par from a portable toilet. The Frilford Heath member missed the cut at last month’s Irish Open and BMW PGA Championship, while at the recent rain-interrupted Alfred Dunhill
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Met Office warns Storm Babet set to batter UK with heavy rain and flooding
The UK is set to be hit by its second named storm of the season - Storm Babet this week which is set to bring heavy rain and strong winds. The Met Office announced on Monday (October 16) that Storm Babet would hit the UK on Wednesday (October
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Expanded Aldi store to reopen following fresh makeover
An Aldi store in Oxfordshire is set to reopen after it underwent a fresh transformation based on feedback from more than 50,000 customers. The Faringdon supermarket stands at 1,254 sqm of retail space, employing 33 people from the local community
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Eight new 20mph limits approved in town and villages in Oxfordshire
More communities have had their applications to bring in 20mph limits approved by the council. Oxfordshire County Council claims it has been inundated with requests for 20mph zones since it launched a scheme in February 2022. The first two
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Scaffolder came out of town pub 'with his fists flying'
A fencing contractor was described in court as a completely changed man to the drinker who got involved in a pub brawl. Thomas Mooring, 26, ended up in the dock of a crown court after one of his fellow brawlers at Abingdon’s Boundary House pub
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Fiercely-opposed 350-home plan dismissed on appeal
Controversial plans to build 350 homes near Wallingford have been dismissed on appeal. Michael Gove has refused planning permission for the proposed development of more than 350 homes on green belt land off Papist Way in Cholsey. Hundreds of
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Missing Oxford woman found after concerns
A missing woman from Oxford has been found after police had raised concerns for her welfare. The confirmation was made in a Thames Valley Police statement on Monday morning that Penny, whose surname has not been disclosed, had been located.
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Police van on scene of crash at Oxford roundabout
A crash caused congestion this morning at an Oxford roundabout. The incident took place on the Green Road roundabout in Headington and the collision is thought to have been between a car and a larger lorry. Thames Valley Police told the Oxford
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Zara McDermott bans boyfriend Sam Thompson from Strictly Live shows - here's why
Love Island star Zara McDermott's boyfriend, Made in Chelsea's Sam Thompson, has revealed he has been told "to stay at home" and not attend Strictly Come Dancing live shows by his girlfriend. McDermott is competing on Strictly 2023 with professional
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Millions to find out about £150 Warm Home Discount eligibility today
Millions of households across England and Wales will discover if they qualify for the Warm Home Discount scheme from today. The automatic one-off £150 payment will help eligible, low-income homes with the cost of their energy bills over the winter
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Former Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher announces Definitely Maybe UK tour
Former Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has announced a new UK tour in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the band's Definitely Maybe album. The popular 1994 album included iconic hits like Rock 'n' Roll Star, Live Forever, Cigarettes & Alcohol
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Aldi 'do not eat' warning and recall over new health risk
Aldi is recalling one of its products over health concerns prompted by a labelling error. The supermarket has issued a recall of its Ready Set Cook Teriyaki Beef Stir Fry because it contains wheat (gluten) not mentioned on the label. As a result
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Over 600,000 UK drivers 'one touch of their phone' away from disqualification
More than 600,000 British drivers are just "one touch of their phone” away from disqualification new research has found. Motorists can be disqualified from driving if they accumulate 12 or more points on their licence within a three-year period
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Two 'heavyweight' presenters set to replace Holly Willoughby on This Morning
This Morning bosses are reportedly set to replace Holly Willoughby with two "heavyweight" presenters after she announced her resignation earlier this month. The star, who has fronted the show since 2009, announced her intention to step down in
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X Factor star left 'shaken' after attempted mugging by masked attackers
X Factor star Edward Grimes has been left "shaken" after two masked men tried to mug him while out in London. Grimes, who hails from Dublin, is part of the singing due Jedward along with brother John. The pair rose to fame after appearing
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Traffic light fault at Oxford junction
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Missing man found safe and well
A missing man has been found safe and well following an appeal by police over the weekend who were concerned for his welfare. Thames Valley Police confirmed on Monday morning that Banbury man Paul, whose surname has not been disclosed, had been
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Rush hour traffic disruption on key routes near Oxford
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Are you eligible for £600 Winter Fuel Payment support
Millions across the UK will begin to receive energy bill support in the form of Winter Fuel Payments from the Department for Work and Pensions from next month. The payments can provide a much-needed boost for people as the time comes to crank up
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What is the higher tax bracket? Big Brother's Kerry talks money with housemates
In tonight’s episode of Big Brother, the conversation among the housemates briefly turned to money and tax rates. While Jenkin expressed that he was uncomfortable discussing the topic, Kerry was keen to engage in the conversation with others.
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'Oxford's potholes made half marathon course difficult', says wheelchair winner
The female wheelchair winner in the Oxford Half Marathon has said the course was “bumpy” because of all the potholes in the city. Joanna Robertson, who completed the race in 1:16:03, cementing her place as the first female wheelchair finisher,
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Chef who had 'cannabis farm bunker' built under his shed is jailed
A dad-of-two who allowed gangsters to dig up his Cowley back garden and build an underground cannabis farm has been jailed. The entrance to the subterranean bunker behind Akil Budini’s family home in Coleridge Close was concealed by a garden shed
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Prison ‘convicts’ go on pub crawl to raise cash for children's charity
These four ‘convicts’ who went on the run in Oxford, had little chance of making a successful escape. They had on their tail a team of super sleuths, who proved too good for them and soon rounded them up. The ‘criminals’ – three officers from
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Face of scarred man given extended jail time for domestic attack
A ‘lifer’ has been recalled to prison and handed an extended jail sentence after he admitted attacking his partner. Jason Villiers, 45, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty on the day of his trial this week to causing the woman actual bodily harm
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Looking back at pumpkin fun in the run-up to Halloween
As Halloween approaches, the supermarkets will be full of pumpkins and it’s now a popular tradition to carve one to make a spooky lantern. This year Halloween takes place on Monday, October 31, so the countdown this month has already begun.
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SCALES OF JUSTICE: Cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
MARTIN FRANKLIN, 39, of Pigeonhouse Lane, Murcott, was found guilty of drink driving a Land Rover on Fencott Road, Murcott, on January 6. Tests showed he had 55mcgs of alcohol in 100ml of breath. The legal limit is 35. He was fined £550, banned from
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Caring nurses sometimes demanded higher wages
Doctors are highly praised for saving lives and curing our aches and pains in our hospitals. But nurses also play an important role in the treatment of patients, among them those seen in Picture 1. It was taken at the John Radcliffe Hospital
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How to monitor the traffic with special counters
City councillor Emily Kerr looks at the use of hi-tech traffic counters which are about the size of a pack of cards. Traffic can be contentious. We’ve seen this over the decades in Oxford, as more and more cars try to squeeze into our medieval
