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Boy, 15, hit by car and rushed to hospital
A 15-year-old boy has been rushed to an Oxford hospital after being hit by a car. The incident happened as a red Toyota Yaris was travelling from the direction of Douglas Road shortly before 9pm on Friday, March 8. This car was involved in
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Car drives on wrong side of road after overtaking police and crashes into wall
An Oxfordshire driver has crashed into a wall after overtaking police and driving on the wrong side of the road. The incident happened after a black Vauxhall Astra overtook an unmarked police vehicle on the incorrect side of the road on the B480
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Police descend on park as body found on Mother’s Day
Police officers have descended on an Oxford park after a dead body was found within. The emergency services arrived at Spindlebury Nature Park in Blackbird Leys at around 9.15am on the morning of Sunday, March 10. An onlooker who saw the police
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Stunning sunset captured over Oxfordshire nature reserve
Amateur photographer Ian Jones has snapped some amazing sunset photos at a nature reserve near Bicester. Mr Jones snapped the sunset photos at the Island Pond Wood nature reserve on Sunday, March 3. The Island Pond Wood is a small site of
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Litter bin photo provides unusual view of church
Oxford Mail Camera Club photographers have been out on the streets to take photos for our latest theme. Street photography was the request and club members took a wide variety of striking shots - many of them in Oxford. There were plenty of
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Care provider scoops gold at prestigious national awards
A home care provider has won the Outstanding Independent Home Care Provider Gold Award at a major UK awards ceremony. Mumby’s Live-in Care, based near Abingdon, received the honour on March 1, bagging one of the four overall achievement gold awards
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The latest death notices and funeral announcements
The Oxford Mail has published 11 death notices in the last seven days. Every week, the Oxford Mail publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death
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Oxford University researchers present findings to Parliament
Six Oxford University researchers have presented their biosciences research at Parliament. The team, comprising Jennifer Clara Herrmann, Fenglin Liu, Grace Meaker, Leto Riebel, Anna Rose, and Chloe Tubman, showcased their findings to politicians
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Abingdon pupils visit town library for book week
Everyone at Thomas Reade Primary School at Abingdon dressed up to mark Oxfordshire Book Week. Pupils, staff, the caretaker, even dinner ladies became characters from children’s books and fairy tales, with the aim of getting the children interested
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Bicester energy supplier launches donation drive for women's charity
To mark International Women’s Day, an energy supplier based in Bicester has launched a month-long donation drive supporting a women’s charity. Valda Energy has set up the campaign in support of Smart Works to run for four weeks. The charity
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Actor gave up the stage to become our drama critic
Frank Dibb often described himself as “the most hated man in the county”. He was the music, drama and art critic of our sister paper, The Oxford Times, for 35 years and was frequently under attack. Groups and individuals targeted him when they
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Oxford investment platform aims for £200m in social investments
An Oxford-based non-profit investment platform has raised £120m in a decade from people seeking positive social returns, according to its new 10-year Impact Report. Ethex has subsequently set a target of £200m in social investments over the next
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Push for political action on nature recovery intensifies in Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire environmental leaders are pushing for political action on nature recovery and are highlighting the role farmers can play. The leaders say farmers are in a "critical position to reverse declines" as 74 per cent of Oxfordshire’s land
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Oxfordshire mum snaps stunning photo of 3-year-old daughter under a rainbow
A Grove mum and her daughter enjoyed spotted a stunning rainbow over a local housing estate last week. A rainbow over Grove brought smiles to the faces of Jenny Cooper and her three-year-old daughter, Lola.
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UK motorists could be banned from parking on pavements amid campaigner demands
Fresh parking laws could ban "dangerous" vehicles from stopping on pavements amid campaigner demands. Julie Pilsworth launched the campaign after she was diagnosed with glaucoma and registered blind. The 45-year-old also uses a mobility chair
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Supermarket gets slammed by AWFUL food hygiene rating AGAIN
An Oxfordshire supermarket which was previously slammed by food hygiene inspectors has been criticised again. Mar & Rocha has been on Calthorpe Street in Banbury since 2018 and is a Portuguese supermarket and café which sells a variety of overseas
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BMW stolen then destroyed after being set on fire in car park
A BMW was stolen in Oxfordshire before it was set on fire in a car park and completely destroyed. A silver 2007 BMW 1 series was stolen without keys from a property in Abingdon between 6pm and 9pm on Sunday, March 3. The vehicle was located
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Banbury United suffer sixth defeat on the bounce
BANBURY United are four points adrift of safety in Vanarama National League North after suffering a sixth defeat on the bounce. The Puritans extended their miserable recent record with a 1-0 loss at home to Southport. Marcus Carver scored the
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Oxford City battle to draw at Rochdale
OXFORD City earned a point in an entertaining clash at Rochdale. Kairo Mitchell gave the hosts, relegated from Sky Bet League Two last season after 102 years in the Football League, the lead after 11 minutes. However, the Hoops hit back with
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Young dancers take to the stage in special annual performance
Students aged three to 18 from a Didcot performing arts school took to the stage for an annual performance on the weekend. Angels Performing Arts had 188 students take part in a showcase for two performances of When Dreams Become Reality at The
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Police sniffer dogs visit Oxfordshire secondary schools
A team of police officers brought sniffer dogs to two north Oxfordshire schools to warn pupils about the dangers of drugs. They were at The Warriner School in Banbury and The Cooper School in Bicester on Tuesday, March 5. Thames Valley Police
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Wallingford Thames Run returns after four year hiatus
The Wallingford Thames Run is set to make a comeback this summer. after four years away. The 5k and 10k run raises funds for Crowmarsh Gifford Primary School, but due to the pandemic it has not been held since May 2019. The event will makes
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Proposed merger of two educational trusts 'makes complete sense'
The CEO of a local educational trust has said plans for a proposed merger with another trust –covering the wider Wantage and Grove area – would “make absolute sense” in every respect. The Vale Academy and Faringdon Learning Trusts have been outlined
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Men take on women in football fundraiser for hospital patients
They look like a comedy team preparing to take the stage and entertain an audience at a theatre. Nothing could be further from the truth – they were a team of footballers preparing to raise money for a good cause. The beneficiaries were to
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Arrested man escapes police after being taken to Oxford hospital
A man arrested in Oxfordshire has escaped police officers after being taken to hospital. Ricky Ousley had been arrested in relation to a domestic-related incident but fell ill at Abingdon custody so was then taken to the John Radcliffe Hospital
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Our player ratings after late win for Oxford United
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United won late on at home to Cheltenham Town in Sky Bet League One. JAMIE CUMMING Quiet afternoon between the posts. Question mark over whether he should do better for the goal though, as it trickles
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What are the symptoms of Parkinson's and when should you seek medical advice?
Del Amitri singer Justin Currie revealed today that his Parkinson’s diagnosis has “already changed” his personality although “not necessarily in negative ways”. The frontman of the beloved Scottish rock band revealed his diagnosis last month and
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New system to replace manual passport stamps for Brits in EU countries like Spain
A new travel system is set to be introduced later this year impacting Brits travelling to countries in the European Union (EU) such as Spain, Greece, Italy and Portugal. The EU is set to introduce the new Entry/Exit System (EES) in October which
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When are Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley taking over as new hosts of This Morning?
ITV has finally revealed when Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley will begin their role as new hosts of This Morning. The broadcaster revealed the new hosting combination of Shephard and Deeley earlier this year (on February 16). The pair will host
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Martin Lewis suggests households 'bulk-buy' essential item ahead of price rise
Martin Lewis has suggested households nationwide "bulk-buy" stamps ahead of a price hike this year. The Royal Mail confirmed that prices would rise from April 2, giving customers just four weeks to buy stamps at the current rate of £1.25. The
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First official picture of the Princess of Wales since abdominal surgery released
The first official photograph of the Princess of Wales - Princess Kate since her abdominal surgery in January has been released. The 42-year-old future queen was admitted to the London Clinic – the private hospital where the King underwent treatment
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All the Red Arrows displays in the UK this year as 2024 schedule revealed
The famous Red Arrows have revealed their display schedule for 2024 including numerous performances across the UK. They will begin their 2024 display schedule abroad in May, with the first performance set to take place in Greece. The first
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Joe Lycett makes sarcastic dig during Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway
Fans of Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway have praised Joe Lycett for his appearance as a guest host on tonight's episode. Ahead of the show, Lycett posted on X, formerly known as Twitter: "I am appearing as the guest star announcer on Saturday
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Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway has viewers crying over emotional giveaway
Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway had viewers crying during an emotional segment on tonight's programme. During a 'manic' part of the show where Ant and Dec find themselves in viewers' front rooms through the power of TV, they dish out 'Takeaway
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UK tourists warned of new rules in Spain that could drastically impact nightlife
New rules introduced by the Spanish government that aim to improve conditions for staff could affect the country's nightlife, UK tourists have been warned. Spain is one of the top destinations for Brits in the summer. And as we approach spring
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BBC Gladiators viewers all have the same complaint over familiar contestant
BBC viewers all seemed to have the same complaint over tonight's Gladiators semi-final. Viewers were initially surprised to see semi-final contestant Dev appear at host Bradley Walsh's side without wearing a tracksuit. He then said: "I picked
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'Whooping cough' on rise in UK - All you need to know, its symptoms & preventing
More than 2,500 suspected whooping cough infections have been diagnosed by GPs so far in 2024 after a spike in cases. This is according to the latest figures by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) in their notifications of infectious diseases
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Oxford United boss asked about winger’s situation with contract set to expire
DES Buckingham gave little away when asked about Josh Murphy’s contract situation at Oxford United. Murphy sees his U’s deal expire this summer, while he is currently in the best run of form he has strung together for the club since signing in
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Body found in police search for missing man
A body has been found by police in their Oxfordshire search for a missing man. Darren, whose surname was not provided by officers, was last seen in Abingdon at around d 4.30pm on Saturday, March 9. The 37-year-old was reported missing to Thames
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Woman dies in horror crash that leaves two in ‘life-threatening’ injuries
An Oxford woman has died in a motorway crash that has left two others with life-threatening injuries. Emergency services were called to the M4 westbound between junctions 15 and 16 at approximately 11.50am on Saturday following a report that a
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Oxfordshire man reported missing found amid urgent search
Thames Valley Police have found a man previously reported missing from the south Oxfordshire area. Darren, whose surname was not given, was reported missing in Abingdon on Saturday (March 9) after last being seen in the town at around 4.30pm.
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Accountant dies after 'unwitnessed fall' at Oxfordshire home
A RETIRED accountant has died following an unwitnessed fall at home, an inquest opening has heard. Donald Timms was 90 years old when he reportedly had an unwitnessed fall at his home in Warkworth Road, Middleton Cheney, Banbury, on February 29
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Language barrier stops man accused of downloading 'extreme' pornography making plea
A LACK of a Portuguese interpreter means a man accused of possessing extreme pornography was unable to make his plea. Oxford Crown Court heard that there are only three Portuguese interpreters in the country meaning there wasn’t one free for Leonico
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Teenage drug-dealer pleads guilty in court to possession of Class A
A TEENAGER has pleaded guilty to possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply, a court has heard. Kyrie Gruber, 19, appeared over video link from HMP Bullingdon at Oxford Crown Court on Friday (March 8) for a plea hearing. READ MORE: Man
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Work starts on Blackbird Leys redevelopment project
Construction work to deliver new community facilities, shops and hundreds of affordable homes has begun across Blackbird Leys. The project will provide 294 new homes across two different sites, planned in two stages. The development will improve
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More than 30,000 children used mental health service last year
More than 30,000 children were in contact with mental health services at Oxford Health last year after a rise following the pandemic, new figures show. It comes as mental health charity Mind said record high demand for services in England after
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JK Rowling inspires Oxford lecturer to write crime thriller
An Oxford professor has written a crime thriller partly inspired by Harry Potter author JK Rowling. Roger Teichmann is a philosophy lecturer at Oxford University's St Hilda's College. When he is not teaching philosophy he has been writing fiction
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Childminding service awarded 'Good' rating by Ofsted
A childminding service which has been running for more than 30 years has been rated "Good" following a visit from Ofsted inspectors. The childminder in Littlemore, Oxford, was registered in 1992 and given the rating during an inspection on February
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Public Notices: New licence for pizzeria and stadium application
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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Nigel Mansell to visit Williams factory for charity event
Former Formula 1 World Champion Nigel Mansell will be coming to Wantage as he returns to the Williams factory for a charity event. Mansell is set to appear at 'An Audience with Nigel Mansell CBE' at the Williams HQ in Wantage on Wednesday, May
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Oxfordshire primary school set for 'outstanding' Ofsted grade
An ungraded Ofsted inspection at a Kidlington primary school has suggested that the school could be rated 'outstanding' at its next graded inspection. St Thomas More Catholic Primary School currently has a 'good' rating. However, the inspector