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Missing 78-year-old man found after growing concerns for welfare
A missing 78-year-old man from Oxford has been found after growing concerns for his welfare. Police launched an appeal after Narbahadur was last seen today (November 9) at around 8.30am in the Blackbird Leys area. Narbahadur has since been
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Concert band receives letter from King and Queen after coronation event
A concert band has received a letter of reply from Buckingham Palace after putting on a postponed coronation performance. “It’s absolutely fabulous. When the letter came in with the Buckingham Palace stamp on it, I was so excited,” said Ann Smith
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Thames Water to hold drop-in sessions over controversial reservoir plans
Thames Water is holding drop-in sessions to allow the public to find out more about a planned new reservoir near Abingdon. The water company’s plans would see a new reservoir built between Steventon, Drayton, Marcham and East Hanney. The reservoir
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Oxford given low odds to see snowfall this November
Oxford has been given low odds to see snowfall before the end of the month as some weather maps predict an incoming Arctic Plume. The city is 8/11 to experience a white November on a betting website, putting it amongst the likeliest places in the
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Food sack initiative launched to 'bring joy' to struggling families at Christmas
A poverty-tackling charity and a hygiene bank have teamed up to host a coffee morning to launch a food-distribution initiative. The Sacks of Hope campaign, which distributes sacks filled with essential groceries and treats to families facing financial
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Non-traditional opera performance of Handel's Messiah coming to Bicester
The ancient walls of a church in Bicester will resound with the music of Handel as an animated concert is set to take place. Twelve opera singers will dramatize the performance of Handel’s Messiah for audiences at St Edburg’s church on Friday,
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Man convicted of dangerous driving while evading police
An Oxford man has been convicted of dangerous driving as he evaded police after making off from a petrol station without payment. John Joyce, aged 26, of Old Abingdon Road, Oxford, pleaded guilty to one count each of dangerous driving and making
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M40 closes after serious lorry crash
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Banbury United beaten by high-flying Scunthorpe United
BANBURY United conceded twice in the first half as they slipped to a defeat at home to high-flying Scunthorpe United. Jacob Butterfield and Connor Smith netted for the Iron, who were playing in the second tier as recently as 2011. READ ALSO
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New Christmas market event for all launching at town club
Wantage Comrades Club has launched a special Christmas market for the first time to encourage residents to shop locally. The club, based in Newbury Street, will be hosting the open, festive-themed market next Saturday (November 18) from 11am to
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Village pub snapped up by company after failed community bid
A village boozer has been bought by a pub company after a community campaign failed to save it from closure. Villagers led by Leanne Charlett tried to raise £425,000 to buy the Red Lion in Yarnton after it shut due to the cost of living crisis.
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Homebase confirms closure date of Oxfordshire store
DIY and garden chain Homebase has confirmed the closing date of one of its Oxfordshire stores. Homebase bosses announced last month that the store in Southam Road in Banbury will shut before the end of the year. The store will shut on Sunday
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Family-run cafe hit with low food hygiene rating
A family-run Oxfordshire cafe has been handed a low food hygiene rating. The H-Cafe at Oxford Road in Berinsfield near Wallingford received a two-out-of-five score after a recent inspection from officials. The rating was given after the assessment
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Heritage site announces calendar of classic car events for next year
A heritage site has revamped its event calendar and will offer three classic car member events next year. Bicester Heritage will host the three Scramble open day events in January, April and October. The events give families and car enthusiasts
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City pub finally abandons Covid-style table service
An Oxford pub is finally abandoning table service introduced in the pandemic. Paul Silcock, who runs the Gardeners Arms in Plantation Road, north Oxford, said drinkers have told him they want to go back to the old-fashioned method of queuing at
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New Covid memorial unveiled in city park for those we lost
A new Covid memorial was unveiled by the Oxford mayor who suggests there has been a lack of memorials up until now in the city and nationally. The bench, plaque and cherry tree were incorporated into Bury Knowle park in Headington in memory of
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Developer selected to build next phase of custom-build housing site
A midlands housing association has secured the next phase of work at the UK’s largest self and custom-build development. Graven Hill Village Development Company (GHVDC) has re-appointed Bromford for this latest phase, which will include 50 homes
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Police probe after late night burglary at Oxford home
Police have released CCTV images after a late night burglary at an Oxford home. At around 2am on September 7, a suspect entered a home on Regent Street before leaving the property. However, police said they returned a few minutes later stealing
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Thames Valley Police criticised over child neglect and abuse cases
Thames Valley Police is not effectively investigating child neglect and abuse cases, a police watchdog has said. The examination by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) took place in May 2023 looking into
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Our player ratings after Oxford United thump Chelsea Under-21s
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United won their first game following Liam Manning’s departure, with a 5-0 victory at home to Chelsea Under-21s in the EFL Trophy. JAMES BEADLE Made one early save with his feet, but he was otherwise
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Food bank use at highest since records began in Cherwell and Vale of White Horse
More food parcels were handed out in the Vale of White Horse and Cherwell between April and September than in any summer since at least 2018, new figures show. The Trussell Trust, which helps run a network of more than 1,500 food banks across the
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Liam Manning addresses his decision to leave Oxford United
LIAM Manning has addressed how he came to the decision to leave Oxford United. The 38-year-old was announced as Nigel Pearson’s replacement at Sky Bet Championship side Bristol City yesterday afternoon, bringing an end to his 29-game stint with
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Dozens attend mosque bike ride for Gaza victims
Dozens of people attended a bike ride organised by a local mosque to raise funds for innocent victims of conflict in Gaza. The Central Oxford Mosque welcomed cyclists for its 'Gather 4 Gaza unity ride' on Sunday November 5, beginning at noon.
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Popular gin distillery releases new bottle design under rebrand
A popular small-batch gin distillery in Bicester has revealed a new bottle design to accompany its updated branding. Based in the north tanker sheds at Bicester Heritage, in Buckingham Road, Sky Wave said the new brand was “inspired by a bygone
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Campaign group severs ties with Thames Water over ‘betrayal’
A charity working to clean up the River Evenlode is set to sever ties with Thames Water accusing the firm of 'betrayal' and abandoning its commitment to improve its water quality. The Evenlode Catchment Partnership said it will stop taking any
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MP slams Conservatives for 'crime catastrophe' spree
An Oxfordshire MP has slammed the Conservative Home Office for its apparent failure to "get a handle on solving crime". MP for Oxford West and Abingdon, Layla Moran, voiced her criticism at unsolved burglaries, car thefts and cases closed without
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The little-known iPhone setting deleting your apps - and how to turn it off
Experts have highlighted a hidden setting on your Apple iPhone that could be deleting your apps. The little-known setting may come as a surprise to many iOS users. Known as Offload Unused Apps on iOS, it deletes apps that you don’t use very
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You could be owed hundreds for overpaying on your student loan - how to check
Thousands of graduates are being encouraged to check if they could be due a refund on their student loan repayments for the last financial year. Latest figures from the Student Loans Company revealed that more than 833,000 former students could
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Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec reveal baby daughter likes to watch Strictly
Dancers Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec have revealed their baby daughter is a fan of the BBC dancing competition Strictly Come Dancing. The duo have appeared as professionals on the BBC One show and now 39-year-old Manrara hosts the show’s
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James Martin makes heartfelt speech to fans as he announces career break
Celebrity chef and presenter James Martin has announced in a heartfelt speech to fans that he is taking a career break over his cancer diagnosis. The TV personality, who is known for starring in shows like Saturday Kitchen and This Morning, updated
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HMRC warns married couples they could be missing out on a £250 cash boost
Married couples are being urged to check they are not missing out on up to £252 a year. HM Revenues and Customs (HMRC) is encouraging anyone in a marriage or civil partnership to spend 30 seconds to see if they can claim Marriage Allowance.
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Ban on 'dangerous' laughing gas begins today as it becomes a class C drug
Being in possession of laughing gas with the intent of getting high has been made illegal from today (November 8) and repeat offenders will face up to two years in jail. Dealers who try to sell nitrous oxide which is nicknamed “hippy crack” could
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Man who tried to murder his dad after 'God told him to' given hospital order
A MAN who attempted to murder his father after ‘God told him to do it’ has received a hospital order after being found not guilty by reason of insanity. Ibtisam Thanvi stabbed Sameeul Thanvi in the neck and abdomen, causing the abdomen content
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Wayne and Coleen Rooney secure deal for new TV show releasing in 2024 or 2025
Wayne and Coleen Rooney have agreed a deal with a production company to develop a new TV show. The former Manchester United and England captain and his wife have had TV shows made about them individually in the last couple of years and are now
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Nestle scraps iconic chocolate bar as fans left devastated by decision
Fans of an iconic chocolate bar have been left devastated after Nestle announced it would be scrapped. The Caramac chocolate bar has been axed by the confectionery brand due to a “steady decline in sales” over recent years. Announcing the news
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Midfielder says it will be ‘business as usual’ for players after Liam Manning exit
JAMES Henry said it will be ‘business as usual’ for Oxford United’s players following the departure of head coach Liam Manning. Henry made his first appearance since March last night, playing the first 45 minutes as United beat Chelsea Under-21s
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Woman hospitalised after serious crash on A40
A woman suffered serious injuries requiring hospitalisation after a crash on the A40 between Eynsham and Witney. The incident happened after a white Volvo lorry and a grey Mazda car were involved in a crash at the junction for Barnard Gate at around
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Craig Short lifts lid on Liam Manning’s final day at Oxford United
CRAIG Short has lifted the lid on what it was like during Liam Manning’s final day at Oxford United. The former head coach’s departure to Sky Bet Championship side Bristol City was announced yesterday afternoon, with Short named as interim boss
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A34 southbound closes following multiple crashes
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Severe delays due to partial A34 closure
11:17am According to AA Traffic, severe delays of 14 minutes remain in place on the A34 southbound between A34 and Southern
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Woman targeted in assault by man in 'wheelchair' at bus stops
A woman was targeted by a man in a wheelchair during an assault in an Oxfordshire town centre. The incident happened in Stratton Way in the Abingdon town centre when a man in a wheelchair targeted a woman in an assault near the bus stops.
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Major A Road reopens after serious crash
The A40 between Witney and Eynsham has now reopened in both directions following a serious crash. A section of the road was closed between the B4022 slip road for High Cogges and Eynsham after a serious crash yesterday, Tuesday, November 7.
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Girls Aloud 'making comeback' with new music and tour possible
Girls Aloud are set to make a comeback after 10 years away from the music industry, according to reports. Cheryl Tweedy, Nadine Coyle, Kimberley Walsh and Nicola Roberts have reportedly met up to film a new music video. The band was formed
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The 20-minute task every homeowner should do this month
All homeowners in the UK have been urged to do this 20-minute task before turning their heating on this month. With winter well and truly on its way, it's not long until we're wearing big coats and scarves and debating about when to put on the
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Post Office to offer new option for customers for 1st time in its 360-year history
The Post Office is set to offer a new parcel delivery option for customers for the first time in its 360-year history. People will be able to choose other parcel carriers over the counter in branches, such as DPD and Evri. This service will
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James Corden lands role away from TV in the 'new chapter' of his career
James Corden will start a new role after leaving CBS’ The Late Late Show. The multiple Emmy and Tony Award-winner is launching a new weekly show set for early 2024 on SiriusXM called This Life of Mine with James Corden. He gave the world Carpool
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Brave couple build revolutionary eco home in brand new Grand Designs
Everyone's favourite architectural show Grand Designs is back on Channel 4 with host Kevin McCloud meeting the ambitious individuals building their dream homes. The 23 previous seasons have seen everything from giant curved glass homes to mansions
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Interim boss says Liam Manning was ‘filled with a lot of indecision’
CRAIG Short says Liam Manning was ‘filled with a lot of indecision’ when choosing whether or not to stay at Oxford United. Ultimately the 38-year-old opted to leave the U’s, to take on the head coach role at Sky Bet Championship side Bristol City
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New Indian restaurant opens in centre of Oxford
A new Indian restaurant has opened in the centre of Oxford. Old Delhi has welcomed its first customers on Park End Street serving up Indian dishes. The team behind Old Delhi includes Kapil Kahadka, the manager who has 15 years of experience
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Council leaders respond on fireworks damage to South Park
Council leaders have reacted to complaints that the fireworks display at the weekend left South Park in a damaged state. It was the 55th Annual Charity Fireworks Display on Saturday night and organisers Oxford Round Table said the event was "a
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Angry campaigners call for flooding research on reservoir site after alerts
Frustrated campaigners have voiced their concerns over the “unpredictable” flood risks surrounding a planned new reservoir following several flood alerts. The Group Against Reservoir Development (GARD) has claimed that more flooding research needs
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Anger expressed as ambitions to remove Oxford LTNs unsuccessful
Conservative councillors were left fuming as their ambitions to remove the Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) in Oxford were unsuccessful. Tory Liam Walker proposed a motion to remove the LTNs in East Oxford and Cowley at an Oxfordshire County Council
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Tory defends 'lazy b***h' tweet and other controversial historic posts
A councillor has defended historic social media posts, one of which described a woman as a “lazy b****”, as “nothing more than just silly tweets”. Conservative county councillor Liam Walker has faced criticism for a series of controversial posts
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Passengers win fight to get Carterton to Swindon bus route restored
A Carterton to Swindon bus service is set to be restored and extended to Witney. The route, which has long been campaigned for, is among services being reinstated in many Oxfordshire communities who have been without regular public transport since
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Calls for action after two buses crash into high street restaurant in a week
A Wallingford restaurant owner is calling for a bus operator to make amends after two buses from its fleet crashed into his property on separate occasions in the space of a week. Paul Hodder, co-owner of the Shellfish Cow, based in Wallingford
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'Taster' dodgeball sessions at town leisure centre
Healthy living company Active Future launched its programme in Oxfordshire at Didcot Leisure Centre on Saturday (November 4). At the opening, leaders ran taster activity sessions with nerf guns, playing dodgeball and rounds of bulldog for those
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How you can take part in Witney's Service of Remembrance
Witney will gather on Remembrance Sunday to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that their lives during the global conflicts in the 20th century. The service at the War Memorial on Sunday, November 12 will commemorate the contribution
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How Oxfordshire will mark Remembrance Sunday
Remembrance Sunday is when we commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military, and civilian servicemen and women in the two World Wars and later conflicts. Across Oxfordshire, Remembrance Sunday is marked by ceremonies in Oxford
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10 photos bring happy memories of 1989
Here we feature Oxford Mail archive photos from 1989. It was the year when Princess Diana opened the Oxsrad sports pavilion in Marsh Lane, Marston, Steve McClaren turned out for Oxford United, and Humphrey Carpenter was an author and radio presenter
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Calls for greater flood control after businesses forced to shut
Business owners in the Wantage area near East Challow are calling on local emergency services to take greater control in managing flooding situations to ensure there ois minimal impact on their operations. Fire and police teams descended upon the
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Robot racing returns to Iffley Road running track
The Iffley Road running track is famous around the world for Sir Roger Bannister’s record-breaking four-minute mile in 1954 but now high-tech robots have taken to the starting blocks as part of an annual science festival. The IF Oxford Science
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MP visits heritage centre for 'fascinating' tour
MP Victoria Prentis visited an academy in Bicester to learn more about its apprenticeship programmes. The MP for Banbury attended the Bicester Heritage Skills Academy on October 20 to see how the scheme is providing career opportunities for the
