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Zara McDermott is the fifth celebrity to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing

Following this week’s dance-off on Strictly Come Dancing, a fifth celebrity has been sent home. While the dance-off was said to have featured “fighting spirit” from both couples, only one could stay in the competition. Former Love Island star

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Young Reporter Local Suburb in Decline Rosie Evetts Headington School

Headington is a charming suburb just two miles outside of the city of Oxford. It has been praised for its close community spirit. Home to the infamous Headington Shark, a landmark known throughout the country and somewhat also less known C. S Lewis

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Men wanted for questioning after assault leaves victim with serious facial injuries

CCTV images have been released of three men wanted for questioning over an assault that left a man in hospital with serious facial injuries. At around 3.30am in Oxford today (October 29), three suspects punched and kicked a man in his twenties

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'We wanted something striking': Pub's new sign inspired by French classic cinema

A frontage of a popular East Oxford watering hole has a new look inspired by French classic cinema. The new sign outside the Star pub is based on the famous scene in the 1902 film ‘A Trip to the Moon’ when an angry-faced moon is struck in the eye

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Grim figure is shown waiting at Bridge of Sighs

With Halloween fast approaching it’s not surprising that people are imaging spooky scenes. This week Oxford Mail Camera Club members were given a theme of ‘all things scary’ in the run-up to Halloween night. They sent in a wide variety of timely

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Remember the reporters who covered sport for us

Our story about rugby and cricket writer Ron Grimshaw reminded readers of other sports reporters who have written for the Oxford Mail. Regular Memory Lane contributor David Brown, of Jordan Hill, Oxford, recalled Linda Spurr, one of only a handful

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Tribute from Oxford ice hockey team to player who died in 'freak accident'

An Oxford ice hockey team has paid tribute to a Nottingham Panthers player who died after suffering a “freak accident” on Saturday night. Adam Johnson, 29, died after appearing to suffer a serious cut to his neck from a skate during a Challenge

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Talented batter signs rookie contract with Sussex

OXFORDSHIRE batter Zach Lion-Cachet has signed a rookie contract with Sussex. Lion-Cachet, 19, becomes the third Oxon player to be contracted by Sussex, following fellow batters James Coles and Harrison Ward, since a talent development partnership

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MP describes ‘torturous’ wait to learn fate of family in Gaza

MP Layla Moran has opened up about the “torturous” worry her family felt not knowing whether their relatives were “dead or alive” during a communications blackout in Gaza. The Oxford West and Abingdon MP has since learned they are safe “for now

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Palace clock chief 'passes over the reins' in time for changing of the clocks

For many of us, the changing of the clocks is forgotten about as quickly as it happens. But for Julian Newman, it is a great responsibility. For nearly two decades, he has had the all-important task of changing the 30 clocks in Blenheim Palace

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Banbury United two points from play-offs after late win

KEN Charles’ penalty was enough to move Banbury United up to 10th in Vanarama National League North. The spot kick was converted with 10 minutes to go after Emmanuel Maja was tripped as he drove into the penalty area. Charles sent Southport

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The Traitors season 2 teaser clip and hidden Strictly cameo has fans 'screaming'

The Traitors fans have been given their first glimpse of the upcoming second season in a new teaser clip.  The BBC show, hosted by Claudia Winkleman and filmed in the Scottish Highlands, proved a hit when season 1 aired in 2022, concluding in December

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Met Office warns Storm Ciarán set to batter UK causing danger to life

The UK is bracing for its third storm of the season - Storm Ciarán - which is set to hit this week bringing with it heavy rain and strong winds.  The Met Office has already issued a number of yellow weather warnings for parts of the UK due to the

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Inbetweeners and The Office stars lead UK tributes to Matthew Perry after his death

Inbetweeners actor Blake Harrison and Geordie Shore's Vicky Pattison are among some big-name UK TV personalities to have paid tribute to Friends star Matthew Perry following his death. Perry, 54, who played Chandler Bing on Friends was found dead

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Oxford City lose fourth game on the bounce in National League

CALLUM Stead scored twice to condemn Oxford City to their fourth defeat on the bounce. Barnet dominated the first half at Court Place Farm, although recent Hoops signing Claudio Ofosu sent a fierce shot from a tight angle towards goal, however

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Peter Hitchens accused of 'poor timing' over tweet following Matthew Perry death

Matthew Perry, who died on Saturday night at his Los Angeles home, was best known for his performance in Friends as the sarcastic Chandler Bing. But away from the hit sitcom, one of the 54-year-old’s most memorable TV appearances was in 2013 when

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Petrol can incident at Oxford mosque a 'hate crime' - police

A petrol can was thrown over the wall of a mosque yesterday (Saturday, October 28) in what police have described as a “hate crime.” Thames Valley Police said no one was injured in the incident at Central Oxford Mosque and that the red petrol can

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Three controversial penalties – but how many of them should have been given?

THREE controversial penalty calls overshadowed Oxford United’s 2-2 draw at home to Wycombe Wanderers – but how many of them should have been given? Ruben Rodrigues had given United a first half lead when he rounded off a brilliant team move with

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Housebuilder steps up support for foodbank

Local housebuilder Crest Nicholson has set up a donation point for the Witney and West Oxfordshire Foodbank at its Colwell Green Sales Suite for visitors and residents to support those in need. The housebuilder is encouraging anyone who can help

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Bed push from pub raises funds

It wasn't the most comfortable journey for this bed-ridden patient, but at least it raised money for charity. This was one of the groups which took part in the Witney Senior Young Farmers’ Club bed-push from the Old Swan pub at Minster Lovell to

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Care home hosts pink party for breast cancer awareness

A Wantage care home has thrown pink-themed celebrations to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month and colleague support which led to a critical diagnosis for one staff member. Sharon Ottley, lifestyles manager at Elmbrook Court care home, was diagnosed

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Public Notices: Botley Road bus terminus moves and new burger restaurant

Public notices are adverts placed by councils and other local authorities to inform people of developments in their areas. They can cover a wide variety of topics that may impact your life. They can include planning applications and appeals

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Seat Ibiza seized after driver caught without insurance or licence

A Seat Ibiza was seized in West Oxfordshire when police officers spotted the driver had no insurance or licence. The baby blue hatchback was stopped in the Carterton area yesterday (Saturday, October 28). Patrolling officers from Witney Police

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Our player ratings after eventful draw with Wycombe

THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United drew 2-2 at home to Wycombe Wanderers in Sky Bet League One. JAMES BEADLE Made a super stop early on and can consider himself unlucky for the penalty that was awarded against him – 7 SAM

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Fresh appeal over 125-home plan in Oxfordshire town

An appeal over plans for 125 homes in Faringdon has been made by a developer. Wain Homes want to build houses on the land south of Steeds Farm off Coxwell Road. The company was refused planning permission in 2020 but was given the green light

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Nigel Farage in talks to join I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here 2023

Nigel Farage is the latest big name to be linked with a stint in the Australian jungle in the upcoming series of I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here.  ITV has released a number of short teaser clips recently, giving fans their first look at the

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Ice hockey player dies after 'freak accident' during match

Ice hockey player Adam Johnson has died after a “freak accident” during Nottingham Panthers’ Challenge Cup match with Sheffield Steelers on Saturday (October 28) night. The 29-year-old American reportedly suffered a slashed neck from a skate during

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RECAP: Crash slows traffic on major A-road

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Two males arrested for drug offences in town

Two males were arrested in Witney after they were found with drugs, money and phones. It came after they were seen leaving a vulnerable person’s address in the Windrush Place estate yesterday afternoon (Saturday, October 28). A PCSO from Witney

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Cameron Brannagan bemused by decisions in draw with Wycombe

CAMERON Brannagan was left bemused by some of the refereeing decisions in Oxford United’s draw at home to Wycombe Wanderers. Three penalties were awarded in the second half, after Ruben Rodrigues had given United the lead in the opening period.

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Lorry fire breaks out on motorway in early hours of the morning

A quick-thinking lorry driver stopped a motorway fire from becoming “much more significant”, according to a fire and rescue service. An HGV tractor unit broke out in flames just before sunrise this morning (Sunday, October 29) between junctions

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Alleged 'attack' at Oxford mosque as 'petrol can thrown over the gates'

An alleged “attack” took place at a mosque in Oxford yesterday morning (Saturday, October 28). Central Oxford Mosque claim that a red petrol can was thrown over its gates at around 10.30am with the wordings ‘IDF RULE’ and ‘IDF’. IDF stands

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Friends star Matthew Perry found dead in his Los Angeles home aged 54

American actor Matthew Perry, best known for playing Chandler Bing in the US comedy series Friends, has died aged 54.  Perry was found dead in his Los Angeles home on Saturday (October 28) after reportedly drowning, according to the Los Angeles

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Dog walkers fear new homes as crunch decision looms

Dog walkers have raised concerns about plans for 18 dwellings which will be decided on by councillors next week. Malvern Homes want to build 10 homes and eight flats in a field to the rear of Gracewell of Adderbury nursing home in Adderbury, a

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New district councils' grant scheme open to rural businesses and organisations

A new grant scheme has launched for the benefit of rural businesses and organisations based in the South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse areas. The fund is designed to support capital projects for small businesses and community infrastructure

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Hotel launches new package for nature lovers

A Sandford-on-Thames hotel has launched a new guest experience for birdwatching enthusiasts. Voco is now offering the ‘Find Your Flock’ package at its Oxford Thames riverside hotel. The package sees each guest given a birdwatching kit including

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Oxford's zero carbon chief on the benefits of retrofitting your home

This is an editorial opinion piece from Oxford city councillor Anna Railton, who is cabinet member for zero carbon Oxford and climate justice. Cold weather has finally arrived and thoughts turn to how we can keep our homes warm as cost effectively

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The favourite clinic of hair transplant in Turkey: Nimclinic by Dr. Musa Yetim

Nimclinic being founded by Dr Musa Yetim has been the most popular hair transplant clinic in Turkey recently. Turkey has been shown as the world's most important place in hair transplant applications for a very long time. However, not all hair

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Eight flats behind bank given consent despite neighbours' fears

Plans to build flats behind an Abingdon bank have been given the green light despite fears it will cause a “nuisance to neighbours.” Simon and Nicola Cammack want to demolish the modern extension behind Lloyds Bank in Ock Street to build eight

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Christmas markets across Oxfordshire that promise the best festive fun for 2023

We get it, you might be thinking "Surely you can't be mentioning Christmas already it's only October!". Well, Scrooge, it's actually sooner than you think. November is just around the corner which means festive Christmas markets will start popping

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Watch the moving moment a missing blind dog is reunited with her owner

A blind dog has been reunited with her owner after going missing for three days. Molly, the 11-year-old pooch was found using a drone after her desperate owners called a dog search and rescue team to find her. A UK-based charity called Drone

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I tried this 'burrito method' to dry my clothes in half the time - did it work?

Autumn and winter are my favourite seasons of the year (an unpopular opinion for some, I know) but asides from the lack of daylight, another thing I don’t look forward to is drying my clothes inside. This is mainly because the house I currently