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Five firefighters taking on three peaks challenge for charity
Five Oxfordshire firefighters will be attempting the three peaks challenge to raise money for charity and the public can follow along on social media. The team, from Bicester Fire Station, set off on Saturday October 28 to tackle Ben Nevis in Scotland
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Plans for historic closed pub to open
The Plough at 38, a pub in Cornmarket Street, is to reopen in a few weeks’ time under a different operator after the business was acquired from entrepreneur Chris Mulhall. Records show that it was first recorded as an inn in 1656 but it closed
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Rhodes Trust Grade-II Listed building gets £38 million refurbishment
The Grade-II Listed home of a world-renowned educational charity has undergone a £38 million transformation. The now complete refurbishment of Oxford’s Rhodes House, home of the Rhodes Trust, has extended and restructured the basement of the building
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'It’s basically bananas': Homeowners blame Royal Mail for parking fines
Royal Mail has been blamed after some East Oxford homeowners were fined for failing to renew their parking permits. Residents in Iffley Fields claim they never received a letter from Oxfordshire County Council reminding them to pay for their continued
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Ex-Tory MP accused of sexual misconduct suspended from Commons for 6 weeks
The ex-Conservative MP Peter Bone has been suspended from the Commons for six weeks which could cause a new by-election headache for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. The 71-year-old has been accused of bullying and sexual misconduct by a former member
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Major Oxford road closes due to crash
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Homeless project will restart meals for cold weather
A community-run homeless project will relaunch its meal service for those struggling to make ends meet. The Oxford Homeless Project (OHP) scheme based in east Oxford is set to restart on Wednesday November 15 and welcomes all members of the community
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Near death to recovery: Woman shares her experience of rare blood cancer
A woman who suffers from a rare type of blood cancer and was once told she might live for only a few more days has shared her story on its world awareness day. Geraldine Hill was referred to the Churchill Hospital in Oxford in March 2020 and received
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New women's circle coming to town
A Wantage woman is creating a new town women’s circle to provide a safe space for women to talk about issues and concerns they are facing. Victoria Wright, a local medical herbalist and functional medical practitioner, decided to put the idea into
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NHS Trust asks for views on Oxfordshire community hospital
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is encouraging residents from Wantage and Grove and the surrounding areas to attend a drop in information session this Saturday (October 28) to give their views on Wantage Community Hospital. The Trust is also
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'Concern for welfare' for teenage boy reported missing
Concerns have been expressed over the welfare of a missing Oxfordshire teenager. Mason, 15, was last seen seen on Monday night and is missing from the Witney area. He was last seen wearing dark grey jogging bottoms, a black Nike puffer coat
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Green light for heritage site's new £50m innovation quarter
Seven new HQ buildings which form part of a £50 million innovation quarter at a heritage site have been given the go ahead. The HQ buildings at Bicester Heritage, in Buckingham Road, Bicester, will be built at Bicester Motion’s new Innovation Quarter
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Here are the neighbourhoods in Oxfordshire with highest household income
Bicester North is one of the highest-earning areas in Oxfordshire, sitting well above the national average. According to data released by the Office for National Statistics, households in the area in Bicester – which includes Bure Park and parts
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Another Oxford car park will go cashless
Another car park in Oxford is driving away coins and banknotes as it becomes the latest to go cashless under city council schemes. The Headington car park, which offers 116 vehicle parking spaces, will cease to take cash payments from October 30
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Young Reporter All About 2023’s Oxford Half Marathon Holly Barclay Headington School
On October 15th, approximately 13000 runners took to the historic streets of Oxford to take part in the annual half marathon. Broad Street was host to the half marathon’s start line for 2023, with the entrees arriving as early as 7:30 to prepare
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Cyclist taken to hospital after fall in main Oxford road
A cyclist was taken to hospital after falling off their bike in one of Oxford’s busiest streets. The fall in High Street yesterday morning (Tuesday, October 24) left the cyclist with a suspected hip injury. They were assessed and treated at
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Historic Oxford pub sold to technology institute
Historic city pub the Eagle and Child has been sold to a technology institute. Owners St John's College have struck a deal with the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT). Earlier this month the institute, established eight years ago in Los
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Strictly Come Dancing star making show return next week four years after quitting
Professional dancer Kevin Clifton is to make a return to the world of Strictly Come Dancing after exiting the programme four years ago. The star will now appear on Strictly's sister show It Takes Two next week for its Choreography Corner segment
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The DIY solution you need to know about that cleans fingerprints off your phone
We spend so much time attached to our phones, tablets and laptops that it's no wonder that we leave our grubby fingerprints all over them - but how do you remove the smudges? If you're wondering how to keep your tech sleek and free from oily smears
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Major changes to recycling and bin collections coming for every home in England
Huge changes are coming to bin collections across England, as new Government rules are introduced. Recycling in England is to be standardised from 2026, with all homes, businesses and schools recycling the same materials, the Government has said
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Madonna: The Celebration Tour review - she made me wait 3 hours, but was it worth it?
Madonna - The Queen of Pop - is back with her Celebration Tour. After performing four sell our shows at London's O2 Arena, she travelled to Belgium to perform two shows at the Sportpaleis in Antwerp. Once again, both in front of sell-out crowds
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DWP announces major change for parents on Universal Credit
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced a change for thousands of parents on Universal Credit that will see them supported to increase their chances of getting a job. As part of the change, parents of 3 to 12-year-olds will agree
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Sainsbury's 'do not eat' warning over disease causing bacteria linked to meningitis
Sainsbury’s has issued a recall and “do not eat” warning after disease causing bacteria linked to meningitis potentially contaminated one of its products. The supermarket giant has recalled its Taste the Difference Chorizo Iberico Ring because
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Beloved David Attenborough series Dynasties 'axed' by the BBC in 'huge blow'
The BBC has reportedly scrapped David Attenborough's Dynasties programme in favour of a new show in what has been described as a "huge blow to fans". Dynasties premiered all the way back in 2018 and followed the secret family lives of some of the
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Reckless parents encourage kids to play and pose on railway lines in shocking footage
Shocking footage released by Network Rail shows reckless parents risking their children’s lives by encouraging them to play and pose for selfies on busy railway lines. In one picture from security cameras at an unnamed crossing, a father of two
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From polar bears to badgers to the Egyptian Goose - the strangest banned UK pets
Over the past few months, the American XL bully breed of dog has dominated headlines and stirred up a heated debate between owners and critics over whether it should be banned. This was due to the number of fatal attacks that have been linked to
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How to keep rats out of your garden this Halloween amid 'rodent season'
Halloween continues to be one of the worst seasons when it comes to rat and mouse intrusions. The spooky date coincides with 'rodent season' when rats and other creatures are more active after heavily reproducing between March and October.
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The 10 songs predicted to top Spotify Wrapped this year (is your favourite there?)
It's almost time for Spotify's annual present to music lovers but which songs are set to dominate Wrapped 2023? The ultimate test of our tastes, Spotify rounds up its listeners' year in music and podcasts, individually and around the world.
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Our player ratings after Oxford United beaten at Wigan Athletic
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United were beaten 2-0 on the road at Wigan Athletic in Sky Bet League One. JAMES BEADLE Arguably has to do better for the first goal, although made two excellent saves in stoppage time to prevent
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First patient receives new cutting-edge cancer treatment
A cancer patient was the first in Oxford to receive new cutting-edge treatment after NHS England expanded access to the potentially life-saving therapy. The CAR-T therapy for people with certain forms of blood cancer was given to Stephen Milton
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Top 5 activities for kids in Oxford this half term - Harry Potter and more
It's the middle of half-term which means you're likely already stuck for ideas of how to keep the kids occupied, right? Well, never fear. Despite the floods and torrential rain, there is hope on the horizon for you as we've taken the liberty of
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Reckless parents encourage kids to play and pose on railway lines in shocking footage
Shocking footage released by Network Rail shows reckless parents risking their children’s lives by encouraging them to play and pose for selfies on busy railway lines. In one picture from security cameras at an unnamed crossing, a father of two
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Police force speaks out on child sex offender PC
Police released a statement today following a review into the vetting of former PC Luke Horner who was jailed for child sex crimes earlier this month. Horner, 24, was convicted following an incident that took place while he was off-duty in Rushden
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Crowds flock to opening of spine-chilling Halloween trail
Crowds flocked to the opening weekend of the annual Blenheim Palace Halloween illuminated trail. The attraction's popularity last year means gates open at the earlier time of 5.30pm this year, giving younger visitors the chance to enjoy the atmosphere
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'Vital' interchange scheme between Abingdon and Oxford gets green light
The delivery of vital work to a major junction near Abingdon has taken a step forward after a funding gap was filled. Oxfordshire County Council has announced that Homes England – the UK government’s housing arm – has awarded £17.33 million to
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This is what the 'average person' from Oxfordshire looks like - according to AI
This is what the 'average person' from Oxfordshire looks like - according to AI. Generated images show how people from a selection of UK counties look. Londoners are trendy and cool - while Somerset folk look more bohemian. And those from
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Town grant scheme accepting new applications from December
The Didcot Powerhouse Fund will be inviting applications for its 2024 round of grant giving from December this year. The Fund was launched in November 2021 and has since made grants totalling over £175,00 to charities and community organisations
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Vaults & Garden cafe owner hopes for deal to avoid eviction court hearing
The owner of one of Oxford's most popular cafes is hoping for an 'amicable solution' with his church landlords which will allow him to stay open for as long as possible. Will Pouget, who runs the Vaults & Garden cafe in Radcliffe Square, and cafe
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Oxford City remain in relegation zone after back-to-back defeats
OXFORD City suffered back-to-back defeats as they fell to a 3-1 loss at Wealdstone. The Hoops took the lead just before the half hour mark when Josh Parker found the top corner with a 25-yard free kick awarded after a foul on Zac McEachran.
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Landlord of beloved boozer will 'miss regulars' when pub closes next week
A traditional boozer in Wantage will be forced to close because of a lack of customers, its landlord has said. The Abingdon Arms in Grove Street will open for a final time next Thursday (November 2) after pub company Admiral Taverns decided it
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Tory councillor resigns from Conservative Party
A Tory councillor has resigned from the Conservative party. Dr Alaa Al-Yousuf said he would not yet go into reasons but will continue to represent Freeland and Hanborough as an Independent councillor. He posted on Facebook: "I have resigned
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Bustling market thrives with addition of new trade stalls
More traders have been able to join a popular weekly market in Bicester following the purchase of a new community stall. Bicester Friday market, which takes places every week in Sheep Street, introduced its first community stall in 2020. Initially
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Tories blast 'unecessary' council chamber upgrade costing up to half a million
A council chamber refit costing up to half a million pounds and paid for by local taxpayers has been branded unnecessary and irresponsible by Tory councillors who say the money should have been spent on frontline services. The upgrade of the West
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Cute images show animals at a wildlife park getting into the Halloween spirit
Cute images show animals at a wildlife park getting into the Halloween spirit - with pumpkins. The photographs reveal a selection of different creatures marking the seasonal holiday. From white rhinos to giant tortoises, snakes and meerkats
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Coach celebrates as gymnastics club moves to its own facility and gains 100 members
A coach and former hip hop choreographer has opened a new gymnastics club in Witney. American Nemo Bassey held his first session at Nemo Gymnastics in November 2019 in a community hall. But in September, thanks to the club's huge success and
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Liam Manning frustrated by ‘cheap goals’ in defeat at Wigan Athletic
LIAM Manning was frustrated to see his Oxford United side give away ‘cheap goals’ in their defeat at Wigan Athletic. Stephen Humphrys gave the Latics the lead when he finished off a swift counter-attack after 17 minutes, before a Callum Lang free
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'LTNs needed in town to stop lorries cutting through', says councillor
Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) should be introduced in Wallingford to discourage drivers from cutting through certain streets, a county councillor has argued. Pete Sudbury said that some types of traffic should be restricted from entering Blackstone
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Inadequate care service left person to be looked after by 'husband' they didn't have
A care provider that left one client to be looked after by a non-existent 'husband' and another missing their medication for three weeks has been rated inadequate. Inspectors from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) said the safety of the service
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Victoria Prentis makes visit to family support charity
Victoria Prentis visited a family charity to see its newly refurbished garden at a children’s centre in north Oxford. Home-Start Banbury, Bicester & Chipping Norton welcomed the politician to its Britannia Road Children’s Centre in Banbury.
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Supportive salon opens with aim of helping professionals and colleges start out
A supportive new salon has opened in Bicester that aims to provide a space for professionals to build their businesses. More than 60 people passed through the doors of the new Orea Salon on its opening day, all to undergo one of the beauty, hair
