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I saved £146 and upset a gorilla after phoning the bank to discuss direct debits
The agonising wait between December payday and January payday felt like a lifetime, an excruciatingly long one at that. Overspending during the festive period is sadly almost impossible to avoid nowadays. From indulging in too much food and drink
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Heating expert issues heated clothes airer mould warning
Heating experts have warned of potential mould issues associated with using heated clothes airers in your home. Heated clothes airers have been increasingly popular each year, but experts are warning they could have unwanted impacts on your house
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King Charles attends first church service days after hospital discharge
King Charles III was seen attending a Sunday church service this morning (February 4) just days after being discharged from hospital. Having not been long discharged, this is the King’s first church visit since his treatment. Charles smiled
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All the shows coming to BBC iPlayer this week from Death in Paradise and more
Have you missed the latest new shows and want to catch up? The BBC is adding some new TV shows to its catch-up platform iPlayer this week so you can watch episodes whenever you have some free time. From Death in Paradise to RuPaul’s Drag Race UK
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Claire Sweeney 'dislocates shoulder' ahead of Dancing On Ice live show
Dancing On Ice returns tonight for a new episode but one celebrity is said to have injured herself this week. Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney is set to perform the burlesque to Big Spender by Shirley Bassey this week and she’ll be singing
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Wales rugby great Barry John has died aged 79, his family has announced
Wales rugby great Barry John has died at the age of 79, his family has announced. The former Wales and British and Irish Lions fly-half died peacefully in hospital. A family statement read: “Barry John died peacefully today at the University
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How to nominate a loved one for a surprise on Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Michael McIntyre’s Big Show has returned and if you’re wondering how you could nominate someone to be surprised by the comedian, look no further. The BBC show sees members of the public be surprised by McIntrye as they’re nominated by their nearest
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How to get tickets to be in the Gladiators audience (it costs nothing)
Gladiators is back on our TV screens after a reboot and if you’re a fan of the show, you might be wondering how you can get tickets to be a member of the audience. The new series which has 11 episodes is now presented by The Chase’s Bradley Walsh
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Elderly heroine saves her neighbours at cottage fire
An elderly villager was hailed a heroine when fire destroyed her neighbour’s house. Ann Martha Packford, a 76-year-old widow, sprang into action, running backwards and forwards with buckets of water to try to stem the flames. She was also credited
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Improved safety barriers to be installed at bridge over A40
A bridge over the A40 is closed to allow improvements to be made to safety barriers. Oxfordshire County Council has closed a section of Stanton Harcourt Road for three weeks while parapet improvement works are carried out. The bridge, which
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Grove school receives 'Good' Ofsted rating for first time in 26 years
A primary school in Grove says it "couldn't be prouder" after receiving a 'Good' rating from Ofsted for the first time in 26 years. Millbrook Primary School received the recognition having previously received a ‘Requires Improvement’ grading.
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A tent you can call home at the music festival
Oxford Mail Camera Club members didn’t have to go far for this week’s theme - home. Our photographers chose to interpret the theme in a number of different ways and there was a wide variety of images including favourite buildings, beauty spots,
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Handmade 1,500 soldier installation to be placed in Normandy for D-Day anniversary
An Oxfordshire artist who has hand-made the components for 1,500 soldier silhouettes over the last four years has been given permission to display them above the beaches in Normandy for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The Normandy Memorial Trust
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RAF veteran climbs Mount Kilimanjaro for Blind Veterans UK
An RAF veteran has conquered Mount Kilimanjaro, raising £4,245 for a national charity supporting vision-impaired former servicemen and women. Ian Dewar, 57, from Witney, travelled to Tanzania to take on Africa's tallest mountain to raise funds
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The story behind the Oxford girl selected as Miss England
A beauty pageant competitor and law student from Oxfordshire has been selected to represent England at a global contest in South Korea. Rheanna Cartier, 20, who lives in Kingham, near Chipping Norton, will by flying out to Seoul, the capital of
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Lorry driver disqualified after injuring woman in crash
A DRIVER has been disqualified after causing serious injury to a woman after a crash in Witney. Mark Randall, 54, pleaded guilty to one count of causing serious injury by careless/inconsiderate driving at Oxford Magistrates Court on Thursday (February
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The key talking points from Oxford United’s draw against Reading
OXFORD United were held to a draw at home to Reading in the first league derby between the sides to be played at Grenoble Road. Mark Harris handed United the lead when he turned in Cameron Brannagan’s cross shortly after the half hour mark, however
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Kevin Wilson claims point in first game as Banbury United boss
KEVIN Wilson claimed a point in his first game as Banbury United manager. George Glendon gave promotion hopefuls Chester the lead after quarter of an hour had been played, when he swept the ball home. The Puritans brought themselves level from
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All Oxfordshire rail services to be impacted by train drivers strike
Rail passengers in Oxfordshire face major disruption tomorrow because of ongoing industrial action by train drivers in their long-running dispute over pay and conditions. Chiltern Railways could not run any services on Sunday because of the overtime
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Oxford City throw away two-goal lead away at fellow strugglers
OXFORD City threw away a two-goal lead at fellow Vanarama National League strugglers Kidderminster Harriers, to leave Worcestershire with nothing. Josh Parker scored with a header, and then from the penalty spot, to ensure the Hoops led 2-0 at
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Oxford University to offer new course in partnership with Brazilian universities
The University of Oxford's Department of Paediatrics has partnered with three Brazilian universities to offer a new course. The translational science course will admit only 30 students initially and sets out to equip students with an in-depth understanding
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Clarkson's Farm stars turn out in support of Kaleb Cooper's nationwide tour
The stars of Clarkson’s Farm turned out to support Kaleb Cooper on his national tour. Jeremy Clarkson, Lisa Hogan, Charlie Ireland (aka Cheerful Charlie) and Gerald Cooper, all came to watch the ninth performance of Kaleb Cooper’s national tour
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New South Indian restaurant set to open in Oxford
Work is under way ahead of the opening of a new Indian restaurant in Oxford. Signage is being created for 'Dosa' in the premises formerly occupied by Cafe Tarifa on Cowley Road. The South Indian casual dining restaurant specialises in dosas
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Council concerned over impact of huge solar farm on Green Belt and Blenheim Palace
A proposed solar farm that could become the biggest in the UK has raised concerns that it could damage landscape, the Blenheim Palace World Heritage Site and Oxford’s Green Belt. Botley West Solar Farm is planned for three sites - north of Woodstock
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Oxford bakery named as one of UK's best vegan wedding cake makers
An Oxford bakery has been named as one of the UK’s best vegan wedding cake makers for 2024. The recognition comes from GoHen.com, a hen party provider in the UK, who have complied a list which celebrates 15 cake makers across the nation considered
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Charity's first dog walk event set for Waddesdon Manor Estate
A children's charity has announced its first-ever dog walk will take place next month The event, dubbed The Winter Waggle, will take place within the grounds of Waddesdon Manor Estate near Bicester on February 16. Pace supports children with
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Blenheim Palace to spotlight British fashion icons
Blenheim Palace is set to host an exhibition showcasing the past and present icons of British fashion. From March 23 until June 30, renowned fashion houses will each take over a room in the 300-year-old palace, located in Woodstock, Oxfordshire
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Abingdon council seeks new deputy town clerk
The position of deputy town clerk at Abingdon Town Council has been opened. The role, paid between £45,441 and £49,498 per year, involves managing the administration team and overseeing council services like civic events and communications.
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Row after council spends £450,000 on chamber refit
A fresh row broke out over the cost after the results of a renovation of a council chamber were unveiled. West Oxfordshire District Council agreed a budget of £457,000 for refitting the meeting room and turning it into a community space. However
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Estates that could be worth thousands still unclaimed
Estates of people who died in Oxfordshire that are worth tens of thousands of pounds have not yet been claimed. The latest Treasury list provides details of 23 unclaimed estates that belonged to people who died in Oxfordshire, as of February 2,
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Our player ratings after Oxford United draw derby clash with Reading
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United drew 1-1 at home to Reading in the first league derby played between the two sides at Grenoble Road. SIMON EASTWOOD In reality, he had very little to do on what was his first league start of
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Pupils stage their own arts festival
Pupils at Cowley St John Upper School in Oxford abandoned their normal timetable for a week-long arts and sports festival. ‘Lessons’ included acting, handling office equipment, candle-making, wood-carving, CB radio, experimental music, five-a-side
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Oxford United boss provides injury update on trio
JAMIE Cumming is set to return next weekend after missing Oxford United’s draw at home to Reading. The Chelsea loanee was substituted at half-time against Portsmouth in midweek, after suffering a minor groin problem late on in the first half.
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Cameron Brannagan says U’s must create more after ‘disappointing’ draw
CAMERON Brannagan says Oxford United must create more chances after the side had to settle for a point at home to Reading. The U’s could only muster four shots on target against the Royals, and after taking control of the derby clash by heading
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Oxford United boss understood full-time boos after Reading draw
DES Buckingham understands why there was a smattering of boos at the full-time whistle after Oxford United were held to a draw at home to Reading. Mark Harris gave the U’s the lead just after half an hour in the first league derby between the sides
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Public Notices: Botley Bridge planning notice and 2-week road closure
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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Paedophile guilty of encouraging girl, 9, to send indecent photos
A PAEDOPHILE who was caught asking a nine-year-old girl to send indecent photographs has been found guilty by a jury. Christopher Philips stood trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with five counts of child sexual offences which occurred between
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Why is my boiler leaking? This is when you should call in a professional
A boiler expert has explained how you should tackle a leaking boiler and when to call in a professional to help save you hundreds on repairs. A headache for any homeowner, managing a leaking boiler presents a particular challenge during the cost-of-living
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Rare World War Two German Air Force watch set for auction
A rare World War Two watch made for the German Air Force is due to be auctioned in Oxfordshire this weekend. The auction is expected to attract a vast number of bidders wanting to secure the circa 1940 German Luftwaffe B-Uhr, manufactured by A
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Oxford Preservation Trust welcomes new CEO
The new CEO of a charity which supports conservation in Oxford says she is "delighted" to take on the role. Anna Eavis has begun her tenure at Oxford Preservation Trust (OPT) having formerly been curatorial director at English Heritage. She
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Driver caught on cam speeding on motorway is fined in court
A DRIVER has been fined after being caught speeding on the motorway. Kya Webb, of Sandford Green, Banbury, was caught speeding on the M4 near Gloucestershire on July 2 last year. The 20-year-old was caught driving at 58mph in a 50mph speed
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Retired racehorse wins Horse of the Year Award
A Kirtlington-based race horse has been crowned Horse of the Year at a national ceremony. Que Sera, owned by Jo and Ben Hales, won the Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) Horse of the Year Award. The honour, presented at the Jockey Club Rooms in
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Drug dealer, 21, admits to selling crack cocaine and heroin
A DRUG dealer has pleaded guilty in court to selling wraps of crack cocaine and heroin in Oxfordshire. Leon Dine, 21, pleaded guilty to two counts of possession with intent to supply a Class A drug at Oxford Crown Court on Friday (February 2).
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Oxford City Council approves project for 30 affordable homes
Oxford City Council has approved a project to create 30 affordable homes on brownfield sites in Barton, Wood Farm, and Blackbird Leys. Backed by an award of £340,213 from the Brownfield Land Release Fund (BLRF), the council has signed off on undertaking
