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Police hunt for offender who targeted Oxfordshire village
A GARAGE was broken into in Nuneham Courtenay and multiple items were stolen, police have said. The suspected burglary happened at about 5.45am on Sunday (February 18) when an offender broke into a garage on the A4074 and stole a number of items
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Financial support for storm-hit businesses
The Government is offering a lifeline to residents and businesses impacted by flooding during the recent Storm Henk, by providing financial aid via various grant schemes. A £500 Community Recovery Grant is available for residents whose primary
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Oxford school set to host brain exhibition
An exhibition which explores the structure, behaviour, and abilities of the brain is set to be installed at an Oxford School. Cheney School has secured the long term loan of the "Your Amazing Brain" exhibition, which will make up part of its Rumble
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Trains running at reduced speeds due to flooding
TRAINS are being run at reduced speeds as a result of flooding across Oxfordshire. The impacted trains are running between Banbury and Bicester North today (February 18). Chiltern Railways has warned commuters that train services may be delayed
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Second episode of court and crime podcast is out now
EPISODE two of the Oxford Mail's brand new court and crime podcast is out now. The Oxfordshire Court and Crime Podcast goes behind the scenes of all the latest trials, sentences, and more taking place across crown, magistrates' and coroners' courts
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All you need to know about the Baftas 2024 from nominations to is it on TV
We've already had the likes of the Grammys and Golden Globes but the 2024 awards season roles on. Now, the attention turns to London and the EE Bafta film awards which will be held today Sunday (February 18). The Baftas is set to attract some
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Oxford City end run of three successive defeats
OXFORD City ended a run of three successive defeats with a goalless draw at home to Southend United. Hoops head coach Ross Jenkins gave debuts to goalkeeper Tom Watson, who joined on loan from Wigan Athletic, and centre back Brooklyn Kabongolo,
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Pair hospitalised after three-vehicle crash on M40
TWO people have been hospitalised after a crash on the M40 not far from the Oxfordshire border. The incident took place at about 12.50am this morning (February 18) between a white Ford transit van, a silver Mercedes E220 and a grey Audi A3.
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Underwater search for missing woman continues into 7th day
AN underwater search for a missing 76-year-old woman in Witney continues today with expert police divers. Iona, whose last name has not been released, has not been seen since 11am on Monday (February 12) as the search for the Witney woman enters
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What time is Dancing on Ice tonight? See when to watch latest episode on ITV
Dancing on Ice returns for week six of the 2024 series on ITV1 and ITVX tonight (Sunday, February 18) as the likes of Love Island's Amber Davies and Olympic Gold Medallist Greg Rutherford take to the ice. Dancing on Ice returned to television screens
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(Young Reporter) BHF in Headington: empowering community health - Andrea Antoniadou
Situated in the centre of Headington shops, the British Heart Foundation store can be seen as a beacon of health and community support. With its relentlessly consistent aim to promote cardiovascular wellbeing and fund impactful research to contribute
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Oxford University's Teddy Hall Relays return this March
The Teddy Hall Relays by Oxford University Cross Country Club is back on March 6. The race, now open for applications, will start and end on the Iffley Road track, which hosted Sir Roger Bannister's sub-four minute mile run 70 years ago. The
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Look back at royal visits through the 1980s
Here we look at some Oxford Mail archive photos of royal visits across the county in the 1990s. There have been many royal visits to Oxfordshire over the years and here we look at some of the best royal snaps for the 90s. From visits to charities
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A dozen pubs, takeaways and restaurants achieve top hygiene scores
Twelve pubs, restaurants and takeaways across West Oxfordshire have received five-out-of-five ratings following their latest food hygiene assessments. The Living Room Cinema Chipping Norton, Wychwood Pantry at The Paddocks in Shipton Road, Milton
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Gatlin O’Donkor adds goal in first league game following debut strike
GATLIN O’Donkor backed up his debut goal for Barnet with another strike on his first league appearance. The 19-year-old striker joined the Bees on loan from Oxford United until the end of the season, on February 9, and netted 25 minutes into his
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Bishop of Oxford pays tribute after unexpected death of colleague
THE Bishop of Oxford has paid tribute after the unexpected death of his colleague. Rt Reverend Dr Steven Croft has released a statement about the death of Rt Reverend Dr Alan Wilson, Bishop of Buckingham, who has passed away recently. Paying
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Young reporter: HSO’s Prep Choir shines at Oxford Music Festival (Andrea Antoniadou)
Headington prep’s chamber choir has once more triumphed at the annual Oxford festival of music, winning the Edmund Rubba Cup for their school. The festival was held on Saturday 26th of January at Cherwell school, and the choir class were in the Under
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Homes without power and football games abandoned
6:36pm An Oxfordshire Women's Cup double header played at Oxford City's ground in Marsh Lane, Marston, has been abandoned
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Our player ratings after Oxford United battle to goalless draw
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United battled to a goalless draw at Wycombe Wanderers. JAMIE CUMMING Made a couple of important stops with his feet and punched well from corners. MAN OF THE MATCH – 8 SAM LONG Given a tough
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REVIEW: We tried Five Little Pigs after its Michelin guide inclusion
A smart and stylish bistro restaurant taking its name from an Agatha Christie novel sits in the heart of Wallingford town centre offering top-end food in a relaxed setting. Fresh off the back of its Good Food Guide inclusion last summer, Five Little
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Five people stopped for 'shoplifting' by police in new operation
FIVE people were caught by police as part of an operation to deter business and retail crime. The Banbury Neighbourhood Team has been running 'Operation Purchase' this weekend across the town centre and retail parks. Operation Purchase aims
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Drink driver caught after crashing into hedge
A suspected drink driver could lose his licence after crashing into a hedge near Witney. The motorist drove into a hedge in Stonesfield on Saturday evening (February 17) on his way to the shops. He was caught by police and failed a roadside
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Driver stranded in flood water rescued by Oxfordshire fire crews
AN Oxfordshire fire crew helped a person trapped in a flood water in the early hours of this morning (February 18). At about 6.30am, crews from Bicester Fire Station, Buckingham Fire Station and Kidlington Fire Station responded to calls of a
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Health experts issue paracetamol warning to all Brits
A medical study has highlighted the dangers of taking paracetamol regularly which has since prompted experts to send a warning to Brits. It was assumed that - until fairly recently - paracetamol was a completely safe drug to use in patients with
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Ukrainians who fled Russian war offered 18-month visa extension to stay in UK
The Home Office has announced today that Ukrainians who fled Russia's invasion will be granted an 18-month visa under a new extension scheme. More than 283,000 Ukrainians have been offered or extended sanctuary since the beginning of the invasion
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Vets warn all UK dog owners after surge in fatal 'Alabama rot' disease
Vets have warned UK dog owners after seeing a spike in cases of the dog disease Alabama Rot. According to Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists, there have been 10 confirmed cases of Alabama rot in 2024, adding to a total of 318 since 2012.
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Who is McFly's Danny Jones after being revealed as Piranha on The Masked Singer?
The Masked Singer UK 2024 final aired on Saturday (February 17) night with Piranha named the winner before being revealed as McFly's Danny Jones. Piranha beat Big Foot (Alex Brooker) and Cricket (Lemar) in the final of the ITV show which features
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Oxford United boss on Will Goodwin and Mark Harris partnership
DES Buckingham believed there were some promising moments after partnering Will Goodwin and Mark Harris for the first time, although more work is required. Harris began Oxford United’s game at Wycombe Wanderers as the lone striker, but he was then
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Des Buckingham frustrated by referee mic mix-up
DES Buckingham expressed his frustration at a mix-up which saw a replacement referee not miked up with his officiating colleagues. After 12 minutes had been played of Oxford United’s goalless draw at Wycombe Wanderers, referee Simon Mather pulled
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Flooding hits county as cars stranded and roads closed
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Oxford United boss on absence of trio from matchday squad
THE lateness of the injuries suffered by Elliott Moore and Marcus McGuane meant Oxford United head coach Des Buckingham was unable to put a timeframe on their potential returns. Both players were ruled out on Friday, for the trip to Wycombe Wanderers
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Road closed after tree falls down
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A34 disruption after 'serious crash' and flooding
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Experts reveal 6 nifty air fryer hacks that'll help you cut down on bills
Looking to save on bills? Well, look no further than your air fryer. Soaring air fryer sales can be attributed to them being more energy-efficient and cost-effective alternatives to ovens. Running costs are significantly lower as they heat
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'Lack of access' to affordable dentistry behind children's rotten teeth
There were dozens of hospital admissions in Oxford to remove children's decaying teeth last year, new figures show. It comes as the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health said the state of children's oral health is "nothing short of egregious
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Young Brits drawn to healthcare but deterred by work conditions
Three out of four young Brits have considered a healthcare career, however, fears of poor working conditions could deter them, according to a recent survey. Universities UK, which commissioned the study, has found a significant majority were discouraged
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Technology firm reveals Oxfordshire expansion plans
A company which produces technology used to study a wide array of subjects including fossils, jet engines, viruses, and vaccines, has expanded its base in Oxfordshire. The UK's national synchrotron light source, Diamond Light Source, has secured
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BMW factory worker found unresponsive at home
A BMW factory worker was found dead at his home in Oxford, an inquest has heard. Stuart Webb, 56, was found unresponsive at his home in Shelley Road on November 10 last year. READ MORE: Woman allegedly 'confessed to murder' to ex-partner, jury
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Cyclist dies from 'multiple injuries' after fatal crash
A CHARITY chief executive died after a fatal crash in Brize Norton earlier this year, an inquest opening held in Oxford heard. Timothy Joss, 68, of Burford Road, Carterton, was involved in a crash on January 24 in Witney Road, Brize Norton.