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Students attend Model United Nations held at Oxford Univeristy
Six Bicester students attended the Oxford Model United Nations held in St Anne's College. The debate was joined by students from all over the world who travelled to Oxford to join the event. Students from the Cooper School enjoyed a weekend
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Oxford hotel offering couples chance of free meal for Valentine's Day
Couples are being invited to pen their romantic tales for a chance to win a meal at an Oxford hotel's new restaurant. The chosen couple will enjoy a three-course dish at voco Oxford Thames Hotel's Napier's, valued at £120 per couple. The tale
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Crash involving motorbike in Cowley
8:45pm The AA states the road has now been fully reopened. Thank you for following this live blog and click here
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'Increasingly concerned': Woman, 76, revealed as focus of three-day police search
A 76-year-old woman is the focus of a major search by emergency services in Witney, police have revealed. Thames Valley Police confirmed it was looking for Iona, who was last seen in the town at around 11am on Monday (February 12). The force
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Van crashes into grass bank in traffic incident
A van came off the road in a crash which held up traffic this afternoon. Traffic was slowed down in Sires Hill near the turning for Noble Park near Didcot at around 2.45pm. An eyewitness said the crash appeared to involve two vans. READ
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Three-day police search of 'fast flowing' river is for 'missing person'
Police have confirmed a “missing person” is the focus of a major search operation in an Oxfordshire river. Officers have been looking for a person in the River Windrush in Witney for three days. They received reports of someone in the water
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Co-op worker sprayed with vanish liquid trying to stop 'shoplifters'
POLICE are looking for four individuals after a shop worker was sprayed with 'vanish liquid' trying to stop shoplifters in Eynsham. The incident happened at about 10.10pm on Saturday, October 7 last year when a member of staff at the Co-op in the
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Stacey Solomon's Sort Your Life Out looking for Brits to take part in new series
BBC One show Sort Your Life Out is looking for families or shared households across the UK to take part in a new series. The show will feature the help of celebrity organiser Stacey Solomon and her team of experts. So, here comes the big question
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Is Downton Abbey coming back? 'Secret' series 7 begins filming per reports
It’s been just over eight years since the last series of Downton Abbey aired on ITV, which began in 2010. But fans may not have long to wait to see the lives of the aristocratic Yorkshire Crawley family on TV screens once more as it’s been reported
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When is Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway on TV? ITV confirm 2024 series date
It’s the news many ITV viewers have been waiting for since the start of the year, but it’s now been confirmed Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway will finally be returning this month. However, this series will be one to celebrate as it will be
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Three men on trial for attempting to steal cars from homes
THREE men are on trial charged with a string of attempted burglaries across Oxfordshire. Johnny Cash, 23, Anthony Doran, 20, and Michael Ward, 21, are all charged with one count each of conspiracy to commit burglary and the theft of a 4x4 vehicle
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Tesla looking for sale employees to run new showroom
Tesla is looking for sales employees as it sets up its first site in Oxfordshire. The electric car company will take up 24,000 sq ft, at Albion Land's Catalyst Bicester park, a deal which is a first for Tesla in the region. The manufacturer
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Dozens of landlord repossession claims threatened renters in Cherwell last year
Landlords in Cherwell filed dozens of repossession claims last year, new figures show. Across England and Wales, landlord repossession claims rose by more than a tenth in the three months to December 2023 compared with the same period in 2022,
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Oxford supermarket applies for alcohol license
A supermarket in Oxford has applied for a licence to sell alcohol from 10am to 8pm daily. Jiamart Chinese Supermarket is located at 18 New Inn Hall Street. Interested parties and authorities wishing to make a representation about the application
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American living in Oxford baffled by English culture
An American woman living in Oxford has spoken about the parts of British culture which baffle her the most - including the use of the word "cheers". Helene Sula, 37, moved from her home in Dallas, Texas to Oxford in October with her husband, Michael
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Man cleared of rape but will be sentenced for assault, jury decides
A SENTENCING date has been set for a man found guilty of assaulting his girlfriend but not guilty of rape. Tommy Gunn stood trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with several offences, including one count each of controlling and coercive behaviour
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Pair arrested on suspicion of keeping brothel used for prostitution
A man and woman have been arrested on suspicion of keeping a brothel used for prostitution at an Oxford property. Thames Valley Police officers with the Cowley neighbourhood policing team received reports of antisocial behaviour and criminality
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Radio presenter 'found dead in flat by paramedics'
Radio personality Steve Wright was found dead at his home by paramedics, the London Ambulance Service has confirmed. Mr Wright, who died at the age of 69, was found in his flat in central London shortly after 10am on Tuesday. A spokesman
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Teenager with links to Oxfordshire reported as missing by police
A teenager with links to Oxford has been reported as missing by Thames Valley Police. Thomas, whose surname has not been disclosed, is a 17-year-old from Milton Keynes who went missing yesterday (February 13). Thames Valley Police has turned
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Fire service and forensics on scene at Oxfordshire house fire
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LOCALiQ UK crowned Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at Microsoft Partner Awards
Newsquest Media Group’s digital marketing agency LOCALiQ UK has been named Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at the Microsoft Partner Awards. The Microsoft awards recognise digital marketing partners who go above and beyond to uncover hidden opportunities
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College made 'aware' after reports of student arrest
An Oxford College has said it is aware of a police incident after reports of one of its student being arrested in the city centre over the weekend. A 19-year-old man was arrested following a Palestine protest outside Barclays in Oxford's Cornmarket
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The key talking points from Oxford United’s win against Wigan Athletic
OXFORD United beat Wigan Athletic in a 4-2 thriller at Grenoble Road, propelling the U’s back into the top six in Sky Bet League One. We had a look at the key talking points from the game. Read our match report here First league goal for
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Burglar attempts to break into house twice but FAILS both times
A burglar in Oxford attempted to break into a house twice but failed both times. The suspect first tried to gain entry to the rear of a property in Rose Hill by using a large screwdriver on Monday, January 12 at around 2.30am. It is believed
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Child sexual offences charge now sent to crown court
A person charged with sexual offences against a child will now have the case heard at the higher court. Osareen Omoruyi, of Ducklington Lane, Witney, appeared at Oxford Magistrates' Court on Saturday (February 10) charged with two counts each of
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Vegetable 'vandals' slam development over 'neglected' village green
A group labelled as “vandals” for planting vegetables in a new development’s village green have hit back after it “suffered from an absence of maintenance”. Last week, the Graven Hill Village Development Company (GHVDC) wrote to its residents calling
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Three young boys arrested on suspicion of arson after house fire
Three young boys have been arrested on suspicion of arson after a house fire. Emergency services rushed to Church Street in Appleford yesterday afternoon (February 13) at around 3pm following reports of a blaze. Thames Valley Police officers
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Everything to know on The Grand Tour: Sand Job including UK release date
The penultimate special episode of The Grand Tour is set to release soon on Amazon Prime Video, which will see Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond off on another adventure. Titled 'Sand Job' the episode's synopsis states: "In the remote
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Woman allegedly 'confessed to murder' to ex-partner, jury hears
A JURY has heard that a woman allegedly confessed to her ex-partner to the murder of a 30-year-old man in Oxford. Scarlet Blake, 25, is on trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with the murder of Jorge Carreno. It is the case of the Prosecution
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Police issue closure order with arrests made as vulnerable people found
An address in Oxford has been put under a closure order as arrests are made. The Cowley neighbourhood police team received reports of antisocial behaviour and criminality on Sunday (February) 11 taking place at an address in the residential area
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Our player ratings after Oxford United beat Wigan Athletic
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United won 4-2 in a thrilling clash at home to Wigan Athletic. JAMIE CUMMING Made three good saves, in particular late on when he thwarted Callum McManaman at his near post with the score at 3-2 to
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Kids eat free at almost 300 pubs this half-term including Greene King and more
Millions of schoolchildren are currently on their half-term holiday across the UK leaving some parents in the lurch and struggling to keep them entertained. Fancy shaking things up a bit with a midweek meal? Well, look no further. Hungry Horse
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Murder trial of Jorge Carreno continues into day six
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'Hair pulled and hit multiple times': Police probe city assault
Two arrests have been made after reports of a man being assaulted as police release what they believe to be an image of the victim. Police believe two people assaulted a man in his 20s in Oxford and the force has said his hair was pulled and he
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Van driver arrested on suspicion of drug driving without licence
A van driver has been arrested on suspicion of drug driving without a licence. Officers stopped a 28-year-old man from Bicester driving a Transit van in Kingsclear Road in the town at around 10.30pm on Tuesday (February 13). Eyewitnesses have
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Oxford United boss praises Josh Murphy after first league goal for U’s
DES Buckingham hopes Josh Murphy’s first league goal for Oxford United will take a weight off the winger. The 28-year-old has endured a topsy-turvy time with the club since joining in July 2022, with injuries and loss of form getting in the way
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Manufacturer hit with £21k charge for breaking waste laws
AN Oxfordshire wildlife trust has received almost £21,000 from a coatings manufacturer company after it failed to comply with waste regulations. Hi-Tech Coatings International, an Aylesbury-based coatings manufacturer, has pledged £20,935.76 to
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Stadium could be first in country to be powered solely by electricity
OXFORD United’s proposed stadium at The Triangle could be the first in the country to be powered solely by electricity. The U’s are looking to build a new home at The Triangle, south of Kidlington Roundabout, as the club’s licence agreement at
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Five Oxfordshire buildings on shortlist for architect awards
A 17th-century farmhouse reinvention, a wellbeing centre for cancer patients, and a temple tucked away in the South Downs National Park are part of a 12-strong shortlist for the 2024 Royal Institute of British Architects South Awards. The projects
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Des Buckingham addresses Will Goodwin’s absence from matchday squad
WILL Goodwin was left out of Oxford United’s matchday squad last night in order to protect him after recovering from a quad injury. The 21-year-old striker made his U’s debut at Blackpool on Saturday, playing the final half an hour, and rather
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Millions of Sky customers warned of price hike and urged to 'take action now'
All UK Sky broadband users have been urged to "take action now" ahead of a major price hike coming into effect. The internet provider said prices will rise by around 6.7 per cent this April. Meaning if you currently pay £40 per month, your bill
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Dancing on Ice stars to retire from skating 40 years after Olympic Gold medal success
British ice skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have announced they will be retiring from skating together in 2025. This news comes as the pair celebrate the 40th anniversary of their Olympic gold success. The duo from Nottingham went
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I went on dating apps and these were 5 icks that made me want to quit
Dating in modern times can feel impossible. Long gone are the days of meeting your future partner in the local pub or at the disco, now it’s all dating apps. From the likes of Tinder, Hinge, Bumble and many more, the only way you can date is
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Dancing on Ice stars announce final UK tour before retirement from skating
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have announced they will be going on one last tour before they retire from skating together in 2025. The British ice skaters from Nottingham went down in British sporting history at the 1984 Winter Games following
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These are the foods you should avoid that are bad for your cholesterol
If you have high cholesterol or you're just conscious of your diet, these are the foods you should avoid. We might need Cholesterol for our bodies to function properly but having too much of the fatty substance can cause a build-up in our blood
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Dozens of landlord repossession claims threaten renters
Landlords in Oxford filed dozens of repossession claims last year, new figures show. Across England and Wales, landlord repossession claims rose by more than a tenth in the three months to December 2023 compared with the same period in 2022, including
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Ken Bruce leads Oxfordshire tributes to BBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright
Radio presenter Ken Bruce has led tributes from Oxfordshire residents to BBC Radio 2 broadcaster Steve Wright after his death aged 69. On Tuesday, a statement shared to the broadcaster by Mr Wright’s family announced the death of the “beloved”
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Councillors rally to take action against new vape shop
Wantage residents and councillors have spoken out against the appearance of new vape shop ‘Wantage Vape Zone’ in Market Place, with many labelling it “an eyesore”. Nearby businesses first noticed the store’s bright yellow and blue signs being put
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Steam Days at railway centre draw in the crowds
Steam Days at Didcot Railway Centre continued last weekend, pulling in visitors of all ages both locally and from far and wide. Steam Days allow visitors to travel back in time to the golden age of the Great Western Railway, exploring the sights
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Oxfordshire Girl Guides smash fundraising target with swimathon
A Girl Guides group has taken part in an overnight ‘swimathon’ to raise funds for a charity which offers palliative care. 31 Guides and their four leaders from the North Oxford and Marston District swam from dusk until dawn, surpassing their initial
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Winner of Best Dressed Christmas window display announced
An independent retailer in Oxford's Covered Market has been awarded Best Dressed Christmas window display. Crystal Spirit Emporium, run by Sarah-Jane Nichols, offers a range of crystals, aromatherapy oils and other products. The award was handed
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These lonely hearts found love through their local newspaper - see the clippings
Valentine's Day in 2024 might feel like it's all swiping back and forth on apps but it's not too different from the world of placing a dating advert in your local newspaper. The global leader in family history, Ancestry, has uncovered some of the
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Oxford Technology Park welcomes engineering services provider
A technology and engineering services provider has moved into a building in Oxford Technology Park (OTP). The 57,000 sq. ft. facility has been let to WAE Technologies by Life Science REIT, and offers offices, labs, and R&D spaces. The recently
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Banbury MP visits local academy to share experiences in politics
The Attorney General and MP for Banbury has visited a school in the town to share what a career in politics can be like. North Oxfordshire Academy students and staff welcomed Victoria Prentis, showing her around the school, and taking the opportunity
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Jodie Comer's new survival film shot at Oxfordshire's 'Jewish Eton'
A disused boarding school once known as the “Jewish Eton” appears in a new environmental disaster movie. Carmel College in Mongewell Park, near Wallingford, was Europe's only Jewish boarding school before closing in 1997. The abandoned building
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'Murder' arrest in connection to woman's death leaves neighbourhood in shock
A man who was arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with an Abingdon death this week has been released on bail. Police, paramedics and a forensics officer were called to Spenlove Close, off Dunmore Road, in Abingdon shortly before 3pm last
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Inflatable park under fire from mothers alleging disability discrimination
A Didcot mother has spoken out about disability discrimination she and another mother allegedly faced on the same day when using an inflatable fun park for their children’s parties. Rebecca Charley booked a party with The Bounce Park in Didcot
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Teenage cancer charity founded presented with award from PM
A Wantage teenager has officially been presented with her Points of Light award from Rishi Sunak. Seventeen-year-old Mikayla Beames founded Team Mikayla in 2011, a charity aimed at helping children undergoing treatment for brain cancer at four
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Councillors urge residents to have their say on plan before deadline
Green travel, new medical provision, cycle and walking friendly developments are some of the key issues up for review in Wallingford's new Neighbourhood plan. Town councillors are urging residents to take part in the consultation for the town's
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Planning for care in later life: what you need to know
Many of us are living longer and may require some form of care in our later years. Planning for care in later life can help you and your loved ones to avoid having to make confusing and stressful decisions at a time when you may need care most.
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Des Buckingham pleased with second half response shown by Oxford United
DES Buckingham was pleased with the response his Oxford United players showed in the second half, after a somewhat lacklustre opening 45 minutes against Wigan Athletic. Josh Murphy ensured the sides were level when he equalised in first half stoppage
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Oxford United fan banned from matches after being caught drunk
A FOOTBALL fan has been banned from attending matches for three years after he was caught drunk at an Oxford United match in December. Martin East, 36, attended a game in the stadium off Grenoble Road on December 29 last year where the Yellows
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Thames Water under investigation over pollution in two streams
A criminal investigation is being carried out into sewage dumping into Witney's rivers, it has been confirmed. The Environment Agency is investigating Thames Water over allegedly releasing “significant” levels of pollution which affected Colwell
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Residents share issues and concerns at councillor surgery
Wallingford district councillors and town council candidates spoke with residents on Saturday (February 10), answering questions and addressing concerns. Both groups spilt to two separate stalls at the event on St Mary-le-More Church café on Saturday
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Story Museum to receive visit from Duke of Edinburgh
The Duke of Edinburgh is set to visit an Oxford Museum later this month. Prince Edward will visit The Story Museum on February 20. He will watch a schools' session in Small Worlds and witness traditional storytelling in the Whispering Wood.
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Oxford's Covered Market to celebrate 250-year milestone
Oxford's Covered Market, one of the oldest continually operating markets in the UK, is celebrating its 250th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, Oxford City Council is collaborating with local design firm Big Top Design to create a special
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Blenheim Palace's Orangery reopens after £2m restoration
Blenheim Palace has reopened its 18th century Orangery, following a £2 million restoration. To celebrate the reopening, an event was held to showcase the newly renovated space, now a wedding and corporate venue for hire. The reopening, hosted
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Oxford Brookes students become ambassadors for rural preservation campaign
Three Oxford Brookes University students have been appointed as student ambassadors by a rural preservation charity. The students, Alanna Heywood, Raheem Adepoju, and Matthew Clayton, will support volunteers at the Campaign to Protect Rural England
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Police chief accused of stoking 'culture war' over trans sex crime spat
A policing chief who called out his own force in a trans sex crime spat has been accused of “inflaming a culture war”. Thames Valley Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Matthew Barber has been criticised for disputing an alleged sex attacker’s
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Final two homes at brand new development remain on market
Building work is nearing completion at a new development in Sutton Courtenay, with two homes still lingering on the market. Linden Homes' Orwell Park development, formerly a plant and machinery hire depot, is in the process of being transformed
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New state-of-the-art photography studio opens
A new photography studio is set to open its doors in Wallingford this Saturday (February 17) with a special open day. Corin Jones, owner of CoCo Jones Photography will officially announce her new studio open at the event from 10am to 3pm on the
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Work begins on creating new community garden at town library
Green-fingered town stalwarts put their spades in the ground at Didcot Library last weekend as they helped staff begin work on construction of a new community garden. The garden at the library has been planned for the last two years, with this
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Vale of White Horse among UK's top new build hotspots
The Vale of White Horse has been ranked in the top 10 for local authorities with the most new builds in the UK since 2020. Research conducted by 24housing.co.uk shows that the area came in at seventh with 228.7 house per 10,000 between 2020 and
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Murder trial heard strangulation was a possibility from forensic pathologist
A FORENSIC pathologist has told a jury in a murder trial that despite a lack of ‘ligature marks’ on the neck, a victim could still have been strangled. Dr Brett Lockyer gave evidence at Oxford Crown Court on Tuesday (February 13) where Scarlet
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Cameron Brannagan happy with different roles in U’s midfield
CAMERON Brannagan is happy to fulfil different roles in the Oxford United midfield, following an action-packed display against Wigan Athletic. Brannagan played the first half in an advanced position, with Jay Matete and Marcus McGuane acting as