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Oxford United players visit schools ahead of World Book Day
Two Oxford United players have each visited a school to talk about World Book Day and their lives as professional footballers. Billy Bodin and Simon Eastwood stopped by to engage with the children and answer their questions. Bodin visited the
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RAYE reveals how she celebrated her record-breaking triumph at the BRIT Awards
RAYE, an English singer who dominated the BRIT Awards this week, has revealed how she celebrated her success after the awards ceremony. The chart-topping musician, whose real name is Rachel Keen, not only won a handful of awards but also made BRIT
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UPDATES: Oxford United fans’ forum at the Kassam Stadium – live
8:06pm And that brings an end to the questions tonight. Leftover questions will be put to this evening’s forum board via
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Food and drink festival with local businesses comes to Oxford TODAY
A popular food and drink festival which celebrates local businesses is returning today. The Indie Oxford Spring Market is a collaborative effort between Independent Oxford and Tap Social Movement. Running from 10.30am to 3pm on Saturday, the
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Leyton Orient boss fined after red card against Oxford United
LEYTON Orient head coach Richie Wellens has been fined following his sending off against Oxford United last month. The Orient boss was shown a red card by referee Martin Woods in the closing stages of the game, after he held onto the ball when
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Coffee shop relocation plans after leaving pub hit by cost of living crisis
Plans have been submitted for the relocation of a coffee shop formerly based in a pub which was hit by the cost of living crisis. The Village Coffee Shop opened inside The Launton Arms last year and is now looking for a new home after leaving the
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Kingston Lisle jockey pledges thoroughbred victory as Mother's Day gift
An award-winning jockey based in Kingston Lisle has made a Mother’s Day promise to turn a horse named in honour of Queen Elizabeth II into a thoroughbred winner. Olive Nicholls, 18, has set her sights on coming up triumphant with her horse Thank
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Traders fear 'loss of footfall' after government budget announced
Traders in Oxford believe rising costs on vapes and tobacco products could have a damaging impact on their businesses. Jeremy Hunt announced plans for a tax on vaping products, along with rises in tobacco duty as the chancellor's budget was unveiled
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Conservative councillor is suspended over far-right social media post
A county councillor has been suspended from the Conservative group after he retweeted a post by the far-right Britain First party. Kevin Bulmer, who represents Goring, reposted the message which referred to an “Islamist squatter”, who it said wanted
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Council gets warrant to enter historic hotel after concern over its 'sad fate'
A council obtained a warrant to enter a derelict hotel after the public raised concerns over its condition. Cherwell District Council obtained a warrant under the Planning Act 1990 to enter the Grade II listed former Unicorn Hotel on Market Square
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Incredible costumes from Willy Wonka to Mr Strong in World Book Day photos
We asked parents across the county to send in your World Book Day pictures and they didn't disappoint. Characters ranging from Willy Wonka to Greg the Sausage Roll were inspired by authors from JK Rowling to David Walliams. World Book Day is
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Longstanding Chinese restaurant café slammed with terrible hygiene rating
A high street Chinese restaurant has been hit with a terrible food hygiene rating. The Chef Imperial in Woodstock is a longstanding eatery serving Chinese cuisine. West Oxfordshire District Council’s Environmental Health team were left unimpressed
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Farmers 'wasting time' clearing up fly-tipping as rubbish dumped at Diddly Squat
Farmers across the county including Jeremy Clarkson have hit out at fly-tipping blighting the landscape. Former Top Gear presenter Mr Clarkson blasted fly-tippers last month who left a “mountain of waste”, including a trampoline, bin bags, and
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Oxford folk left without water for 24 HOURS after burst pipe
An area of Oxford was left without water for 24 hours after a pipe burst. Those living in Blackbird Leys started to notice issues with their water supply on Tuesday afternoon. Some people were left with no water whereas others experienced a
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Oxford United announces details of new Fan Engagement Plan
Oxford United has shared details of the club's new Fan Engagement Plan. Its goal is to enhance fan engagement through multiple points of contact and channels. The plans spring from advice from the Football Supporters' Association and incorporating
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Christian Horner’s accuser suspended by Red Bull in wake of investigation
Christian Horner’s accuser has been suspended following Red Bull’s investigation into “inappropriate behaviour” against the Formula One team principal. Mr Horner, 50, was allowed to remain in his role after Red Bull Racing’s parent company GmbH
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Upgrade for caravan site linked to PC Harper death approved despite opposition
The mother of an Oxfordshire policeman who was killed has pleaded for controversial plans to upgrade a traveller caravan site linked to the death of her son. PC Andrew Harper, who died at the age of 28, died after he was dragged along the road
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FRANKENSTEIN – IMITATING THE DOG AND LEEDS PLAYHOUSE CO-PRODUCTION BY LILY MEDWIN
FRANKENSTEIN - IMITATING THE DOG AND LEEDS PLAYHOUSE CO-PRODUCTION - BY LILY MEDWIN [Pictures taken by: Ed Waring] Frankenstein – a classic novel emphasising themes of loss, identity, fate and free will, nature, affection, exploration and science
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Football club plans to demolish facility for 'much needed' community centre
A football club near Didcot is planning to demolish its changing and function rooms to make way for a new community centre. Milton United FC has submitted a planning application to the Vale of White Horse District Council for the "much-needed"
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Chinese takeaway handed low food hygiene rating
A Chinese takeaway has been handed a low food hygiene rating. Fort Woks based in Didcot's Greenwood Way was handed a score of two-out-of-five following an inspection on January 31. The rating means that improvement is deemed to be 'necessary
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Record number of agency workers filling children's social care vacancies
A record number of agency workers were employed across Oxfordshire to fill vacancies in its children's social care services, new figures show. Children's social work charity Frontline described the record use of agency workers as "a symptom of
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Works begins on new low-carbon homes in city suburb
The council has begun work on 10 new low-carbon council homes on a former depot site. The development, Youngs Way, is situated in Littlemore, off Lanham Way, with Oxford City Council overseeing its construction. Six semi-detached two-bedroom
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Shock as electric vehicle crashes into car park sign
Shocking pictures show the moment an electric car mounted the kerb and crashed into a sign in a busy shopping centre car park. The car ploughed through undergrowth next to a public walkway at Witney’s Woolgate car park on Monday (March 4).
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Teenage girl believed to have ‘jumped in front of a car’ before death
A TEENAGE girl who was visiting from Norway is believed to have ‘jumped in front of a car’ outside Oxford Brookes University causing her death. Iril Asting-Kjesbu, who is understood to have been in the city on holiday from Norway, was involved
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Cyclist injured in crash on main road near city roundabout
A cyclist has been injured after a crash on a main Oxford road near a busy roundabout. Emergency services were called to London Road in Headington at around 7.20am following a collision involving a cyclist. The road was closed by Thames Valley
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What is the difference between Mother's Day in the UK and US? Origins explained
As Mother’s Day is approaching here in the UK, you might be wondering where else in the world celebrates it too, including in America. In fact, the special day originates from the US, as Anna Jarvis celebrated the first Mother’s Day on May 12,
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Learner driver with no supervisor reported and vehicle seized
A learner driver has been reported after driving unsupervised and with no L plates. Officers stopped a driver in Fulbrook near Burford yesterday morning (March 6) before performing routine checks. The driver turned out to only be a provisional
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Heavy delays as city road closed due to crash
11:09am Cyclist injured in crash on main road near city roundabout Read the full story here
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£2 item that does the 'same job' with your washing shared by Mrs Hinch fans
A fan of the cleaning guru Mrs Hinch has shared that she was 'struggling' with the cost of her washing but members of the cleaning community have come to her aid. One top contributor in the group Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips asked its users, alongside
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All the books that can be redeemed for free with a £1 World Book Day token 2024
It’s almost time to celebrate World Book Day and you might be wondering which books you can get your hands on for £1. The £1 book tokens given out ahead of the big day allow children to choose one book which they can redeem for their token so all
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Check your shelves! These first edition Children's books could earn you £1,000s
Brits have been urged to check their bookshelves since these first editions of popular Children's books could earn you thousands. Whether they have been passed down as heirlooms from loved ones or they have been kept due to the cherished childhood
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Celebrity Big Brother's Gary Goldsmith gives health update on Princess of Wales
Gary Goldsmith has been opening up about the royal family this week, during his first few days on Celebrity Big Brother. But ITV viewers might have been surprised to hear him give a health update on his niece, the Princess of Wales on last night
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Zoe Ball still absent from BBC Radio 2 after making 'heartbreaking' announcement
Zoe Ball was still absent from her regular BBC Radio 2 show on Thursday (March 7) morning after she revealed her mother had been diagnosed with cancer. The BBC Radio 2 presenter revealed on Monday (March 4) she was taking a few days off from The
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Permit scheme plan after 'unwelcome parking' near rail station
A permit scheme could soon be introduced near a railway station after villagers have hit out over "continued unwelcome parking" on their doorsteps. Oxfordshire County Council has opened the consultation for Long Hanborough near Witney on a potential
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - STEVEN MUMFORD, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to one count of racially/religiously aggravated harassment/alarm/distress on January 28 this year in Oxford. He was ordered to pay £50
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Trainline celebrates World Book Day with favourite routes from books
Ahead of World Book Day, Trainline has highlighted several journeys found in famous books, including one from Oxford to Birmingham. The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe sees the Pevensie siblings travel to the Oxford countryside by train to stay
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Wildlife charity appeals for volunteers for spring survey
A wildlife conservation charity has appealed for volunteers to participate in its annual Living with Mammals survey this spring. Volunteers are asked by People's Trust for Endangered Species to record sightings of any wild mammals observed each
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Funding boost for 26 Oxfordshire community initiatives
Twenty six grassroots organisations in Oxford, ranging from local charities to community initiatives, have bagged a share of nearly £350,000. The money comes from a partnership between Oxfordshire County Council and Oxfordshire Community Foundation
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Vertiport testbed set to revolutionise UK aviation
The UK's first vertiport testbed, a landing spot for aircraft which takes off vertically, is set to be developed at Bicester Motion in Oxfordshire. The 444-acre estate will play a significant role in advancing electric aviation in the UK. The
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Repair work to damaged South Park is ready to start
Repair work is about to begin at Oxford's South Park which suffered major damage as a result of the Round Table fireworks display. Neighbours protested after large sections of the park were damaged by the 55th Annual Charity Fireworks Display in
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Josh Murphy on relationship with twin brother and Christmas party joke
JOSH Murphy says he speaks to his twin brother, Newcastle United’s Jacob, immediately after every game. The twins came through the Norwich City academy together, and between them, went on to make 154 appearances for the Canaries. While Josh
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Bicester Triathlon Club scoops South Central Club of the Year title
Bicester Triathlon Club has been honoured as Triathlon England South Central Club of the Year. Established in 2012, the 'friendly' club prides itself on providing 'fantastic' coaching for triathletes of varying abilities from beginners to competitive
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Our prediction for how many points U’s will get in final 10 games
OXFORD United have 10 games left to ensure they end the season in the Sky Bet League One play-off places. The U’s, in seventh, are three points shy of sixth-placed Stevenage, although Steve Evans’ side boast a game in hand over United. With
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Josh Murphy glad to repay faith after looking to ‘prove a few people wrong’
JOSH Murphy is glad to be repaying the faith put in him by Des Buckingham, after he looked to ‘prove a few people wrong’ in the summer. The 29-year-old winger joined Oxford United in July 2022, but has endured a turbulent time at the club.
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Episode One: What next for Witney Town?
NEWS reaches the Oxonian this week that Witney Town are hoping to rise again. It’s about time, and the Oxford football scene needs a strong club in Witney, especially one with such a long history. Witney are one of the oldest of the county’s senior
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Contentious Oxford to Cambridge rail link compared to 'failed' HS2
Masterminds behind a multi-billion-pound railway project have been accused of not listening to Oxfordshire people as a “damning report” compares it to the contentious High Speed 2 (HS2) project. East West Rail (EWR) wants its new line to connect
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Former singer ‘stabbed 49 times’ passed out in Tesco and now homeless
* Warning - this article includes details which some readers may find distressing * A 90s pop singer who was stabbed 49 times during Covid is now homeless and trapped in a hospital having blacked out in an Oxford supermarket. Sandra McKenzie
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Pop-up library offers free children's books for World Book Day
In celebration of World Book Day, Redrow South Midlands is opening a pop-up library at their popular Oxford development, The Lawns. The Oxford housebuilder has prepared the library to give local children the chance to grab a free book of their
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Dog lover plans double marathon challenge for Banbury charity
A dog lover is preparing to tackle two marathons in aid of a Banbury-based charity. James Wood, from Fairford, accepted an invitation from Dogs for Good to participate in the London Marathon, after initially committing to the Brighton marathon
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Burger chain Shake Shack wants outdoor tables for customers
Burger Chain Shake Shack is one of a number of businesses planning to provide outdoor tables in Oxford. The American company opened the three-floor gourmet burger diner on the site of the former Pandora jewellers in Cornmarket Street in December
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Plans for new takeaway store on main city road slammed as 'public health threat'
Plans to introduce a new takeaway store to a main city road have been slammed as "absolutely the last thing this area needs" and a "public health threat". The applicant, listed as Z Mumtaz, would like to replace the existing retail carpet shop
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Just Stop Oil protesters, including Oxford University employee, acquitted
Several Just Stop Oil protesters, including an Oxford University employee, have walked free due to lack of evidence in a highway obstruction trial. Charged alongside five other supporters, Donna Bennett who lives in Oxford, was among the 65 individuals
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Firefighters tested with car crash response
The newer firefighters at Bicester Fire Station have been taking part in two training exercises as part of their development programmes. One of the sessions involved a 13.5m ladder pitch over an obstruction, the construction of an improvised dam
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Oxfordshire drivers now have more parking app choices
Drivers in Oxfordshire now have increased parking app options due to Oxfordshire County Council's expansion of on-street coverage. Previously successful at one location, the Open Market model is now in place at the remaining 43 on-street locations
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Police raise crime concern as more than 100 object to beauty spot homes plan
Police have questioned plans submitted for 121 homes and a care home at a beauty spot on the edge of Oxford due to fears over anti-social behaviour. Proposals for a new development at land on Bayswater Farm in Sandhills to the east of the city
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Modified Jaguar to be unveiled to public at Oxfordshire event
A Jaguar car which has been made road legal having previously only been a concept model will publicly debut at a Bicester event set to take place in April. The Jaguar C-X75, which has been made road legal by CALLUM, will be shown at Bicester Heritage's
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I'm American - This is why Oxford desperately needs a Taco Bell
I am a massive Taco Bell fan. I do not generally like fast food restaurants, but Taco Bell is the exception to the rule and always has been. Ever since I started working in Oxford, I learned the fine city had most of the popular American
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Stab victim's criminal past revealed as murder probe enters second week
A murder investigation into the death of Tobias Bruce has entered its second week as details about the Oxford man’s past have been unearthed. Mr Bruce was stabbed during an incident in College Lane, Littlemore, at around 6.05pm on Sunday, February
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Solo mum picks sperm donor who enjoys being on stage so her baby is confident
A solo mum picked a sperm donor who worked in hospitality and enjoyed being on stage - so her future daughter "would be down to earth and confident". Annabelle Jones, 30, has endometriosis and was told IVF might be her only chance of having a baby
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Oxford United's Blue Light Day to shine light on public services
Oxford United is once again showing support for public services as its dedicated Blue Light Day falls this weekend. This special event takes place on March 9, as Cheltenham Town visits OX4. The Army, The Royal Air Force, The Navy, Thames Valley
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The most stolen breeds of dog in the UK as shocking new figures released
A shocking new report shows that dog thefts have increased by 6% across the UK as campaigners urge owners to only ever buy from reputable dealers. Police figures suggest that at least 2,290 dogs were stolen last year with just one in six (16%)