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'You've got this Princess Kate!': Message from Oxford following cancer diagnosis
The lord mayor of Oxford has shared a message on behalf of Oxford for Princess Kate Middleton following the news she is undergoing chemotherapy treatment for cancer. Revealing her diagnosis in an emotional video message, the Princess said it had
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Oxford City Rector says thoughts and prayers are with Kate Middleton
City Rector Rev Anthony Buckley said his thoughts and prayers are with Kate Middleton following the announcement that she has cancer. Revealing her diagnosis in an emotional video message, the Princess said: “I am well and getting stronger every
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Rishi Sunak shares 'love and support' to Princess of Wales after cancer statement
Rishi Sunak has released a statement following the announcement that the Princess of Wales has been diagnosed with cancer. The Prime Minister has said that the Princess has “the love and support of the whole country” after she announced she is
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Man found guilty of battering former neighbour to death in park
A man has been found guilty of murder in the death of a neighbour at an Oxford park. Liam Jones, 45, of Bonar Road, battered Phillip Breach to death in Wood Farm Park in Headington on November 30, 2022. Mr Breach, aged 59, suffered 37 separate
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Kate Middleton reveals cancer diagnosis in video: 'It has been incredibly tough'
Kate Middleton, The Princess of Wales, has revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer in an emotional video message. In the statement, the Princess spoke about the “huge shock” of the medical development and how her family have experienced an
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Kate Middleton announces cancer diagnosis in video statement
Kate Middleton, The Princess of Wales has been diagnosed with cancer, she has announced. Revealing her diagnosis in an emotional video message, the Princess said: “I am well and getting stronger every day.” The future Queen began a course of
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Kate reveals she delayed cancer news to tell her children in an 'appropriate' way
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has revealed that she has been diagnosed with cancer and discussed the importance of explaining the situation to her three children in a way "that is appropriate for them". She spoke about the “huge shock”
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New poolside aid is installed for swimmers
Managers at the Ferry Pool in North Oxford were determined to make it accessible to as many people as possible. The poolside aid above was unveiled to help the disabled enjoy a dip in the water. Swimmer Fran Stewart is seen hitching a ride
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Messages of love and support shared after Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis
People across the UK have shared messages of love and support for Kate Middleton after news of her cancer diagnosis was shared in a recent video. She announced her condition on Friday, saying: “I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you
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Police patrols stepped up after three sexual assaults on same evening
Police patrols will be stepped up in Oxford city centre after a man exposed himself and sexually assaulted three women yesterday evening. The man approached the first victim, a woman in her 20s, on Speedwell Street close to John Lewis at around
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Yellows look to extend red-hot winning run this weekend
Oxford United Women are looking to extend their red-hot winning streak this weekend. The Yellows host London Bees in the FAWNL Southern Premier Division on Sunday, March 24 with kick-off set for 2pm at Court Place Farm. After some great recent
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20 per cent of students in Oxfordshire regularly missing school, figures show
The number of students in Oxfordshire persistently absent from school has almost doubled since the pandemic hit, new figures show. Analysis of figures from the Department for Education shows 17,380 students in state-funded schools across Oxfordshire
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Lord Cameron signs Australian defence deal as BAE wins nuclear submarine contract
Foreign Secretary Lord David Cameron has backed closer co-operation with Australia to provide increased security and Commonwealth stability. Lord Cameron, former Prime Minister and MP for Witney, was speaking in Adelaide after talks with his Australian
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Oxford University receives £1.7m grant for lung cancer vaccine research
Researchers at the University of Oxford have received a grant of £1.7 million to develop a vaccine for lung cancer. The research is a joint endeavour between scientists from the University of Oxford, the Francis Crick Institute, and University
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Mosque to get new community hall despite traffic concerns
A mosque has been given the nod of approval to convert its "deteriorating" annex into a community hall despite concerns about traffic. Committee members at a city council planning meeting voted unanimously to approve the application submitted by
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Oxford trial offers penicillin to those who may be mis-labelled as allergic
Patients who may have been mis-labelled as allergic to penicillin could be offered a dose to demonstrate that they can take it without harm, following a new trial. Funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research, the trial was conducted
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Wallingford and Crowmarsh Ladies looking for glory in first ever cup final
Wallingford and Crowmarsh Ladies are preparing for their first ever cup final after a memorable campaign in the Berks and Bucks FA County Cup. They will travel to Ascot this Sunday, March 24, to face Tilehurst Panthers in the 2pm kick-off.
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Police REFUSE to reveal more after woman found dead in park
Thames Valley Police have refused to reveal any further information after a woman’s body was found in an Oxford park. Police raced to Headington’s Shotover Country Park early on Thursday morning before later announcing that a woman had been found
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Everything we know after double lorry crash closes major road
A crash between two lorries closed a major Oxfordshire road earlier today. The incident occurred at around 6am on Friday morning when two lorries were involved in a crash on the A34. Emergency services raced to the scene and the road was closed
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Street art project to tackle anti-social behaviour in Wallingford
A youth street art project in Wallingford is set to transform an anti-social behaviour hot spot on the banks of the River Thames. Winterbrook Bridge, beloved by locals for its scenic view, is on the Thames Path and has been a victim of graffiti
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Man guilty of raping girl, 15, at house party faces another charge
THE sentencing of a man found guilty of raping a 15-year-old girl has been delayed as he faces further charges. Daniel Bucknell, 28, was found guilty after a trial at Oxford Crown Court with one count each of rape and attempted rape which both
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Send us your nursery and pre-school photos
Pre-schools and nurseries across Oxfordshire are being asked to send us their class photos. We are running a special eight-page supplement on Thursday, April 11 and need photos from nurseries and pre-schools in and around Oxford to be submitted
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Nominations open for the Oxfordshire Care Awards
Nominations for the annual Oxfordshire Care Awards are now open. The event recognises top-performing individuals and organisations in adult social care across the county. The Oxfordshire Association of Care Providers, Carers Oxfordshire, and
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Cuts to 'lifeline' autism service leave parents devastated
Concerned parents say they are "devastated" at the removal of a "lifeline" service for children with autism in Oxfordshire. Autism Family Support Oxfordshire (AFSO) alerted parents and carers to planned cuts to their youth groups and family support
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Jeremy Clarkson offering free beer to pubs but not people who 'identify as pubs'
Jeremy Clarkson is offering free kegs of his beloved Hawkstone lager to pubs in the UK. The owner of Diddly Squat Farm, based in Oxfordshire, also promised that this is "no gimmick" and pubgoers should encourage their local to apply for one.
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Man indecently exposed himself to member of the public
A man has indecently exposed himself to a member of the public. It happened in the Shiplake/Binfield Heath area near Henley between midday and 12.30pm on Thursday March 21. The man then got into a black vehicle and drove off on the A4155 towards
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Banbury United midfielder departs after year at the club
Midfielder Simeon Maye has left Banbury United following a seven day approach, the club has confirmed. The club said they would like to thank him for his "leadership and commitment while being with us". His stoppage time winner against Tamworth
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Tributes left at police scene after woman found dead at Oxford park
Tributes have been left at an Oxford park after a woman was found dead there. Police officers and cars descended on Shotover Country Park in Headington early on Thursday morning (March 21). It was later announced in the evening by Thames Valley
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The dangerous viral cleaning hacks you should avoid at all costs
Homeowners are being warned to avoid copying viral cleaning hacks that can cause hefty bills and fire hazards. Social media users have to taken to their platforms to share their special cleaning tips as many of us prepare for the big spring clean
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Sex offender who committed 'abhorrent' crimes against a child is jailed
A sex offender who committed 'abhorrent' crimes against a child has been sentenced to seven years in prison. Scott Grineau, aged 38, of Pegasus Close in Thatcham, was found guilty by a unanimous jury verdict of five counts of sexual activity with
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Waitrose in Abingdon celebrates 30th anniversary
Waitrose in Abingdon is celebrating its 30th anniversary today. The first 30 customers through the door at 7.30am were all given goodie bags including crisps, biscuits and sparkling wine and the celebrations will continue throughout the day, including
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The 4 things drivers must do before car tax costs increase in April
Experts have issued warnings to UK drivers ahead of significant increase to car tax charges next month. Vehicle excise duty (VED) on all but the cleanest new and used cars will increase from April 1, with an increase of around 6 per cent expected
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'Do not eat': Sainsbury's issue recall and warning as Salmonella found
Sainsbury’s has issued a recall and “do not eat” warning after salmonella was found in one of its products. The Sainsbury’s Flaked Almonds have been recalled by the supermarket due to the issue. Affected packets have a best before date of February
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Who left The Apprentice last night? See the ninth BBC contestant to be fired
Another hopeful contestant on The Apprentice was fired by Lord Alan Sugar in the boardroom last night (March 22) but whose time was up? It was Noor Bouziane who was sent home in a taxi after failing to deliver as project manager for team Supream
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This is when Brits are turning their lights off for Earth Hour ( and it's soon)
The British public and businesses are being urged to turn their lights off or help wildlife for the upcoming 'Earth Hour'. Landmarks like Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower and the Sydney Opera House will go dark for an hour as part of the environmental
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You name it, Aldi has it: I tried the Easter range and it's food coma-inducing
It’s almost Easter and as per any other year, there is a lot of chocolate on supermarket shelves including at Aldi. With chocolate available in all shapes and sizes, I decided to taste test a few bits from the supermarket’s Easter range. If
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Martin Lewis shares the 'simple' text that 'could slash your mobile bill'
Martin Lewis has urged Brits to send this 'simple' text to help them save on their mobile phone bill. The MoneySavingExpert founder shared some advice with his followers on TikTok during one of his walks. The personal finance pro urged people
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£1.50 to £30 water bottles compared – which kept my drink cold and was leak proof?
I recently forced myself to stop drinking bottled water from supermarkets after years of moaning about how much I hate tap water. I know it may sound stupid to some, but I personally think tap water tastes odd. Sometimes I feel like I’m drinking
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Expert issues pension warning ahead of 'significant change' next month
Pensioners are set to receive more money in their pocket from next month when pensions rise. Experts have highlighted the significant upcoming increase from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in a move that is set to benefit nearly three
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Over 1,000 people receiving benefits in Oxford due to mental disorders
More than 1,000 people are receiving benefits due to mental and behavioural disorders, new figures show. The Employment and Support Allowance is provided to people who are struggling to work due to long-term health conditions. Figures from
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Star of Clarkson’s Farm gives major update ahead of season three
Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper has given a major update ahead of the show’s third season. The young farmer found fame helping former Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson turn to agriculture in the popular Prime Video series. He had previously
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Road closed after double lorry crash ahead of rush hour
11:05am The A34 has reopened and we are able to serve Newbury once again. Thank you for your patience!
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I'm a vet and this is how to protect your pets from tick bites this spring
With spring finally upon us, many of us will be looking to get outside and enjoy the countryside after a very wet winter. And the same is true for our pets, who will be ready to soak up the sunshine and warm weather by our side. But spending
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Top tips on how to allergy proof your garden ahead of hay fever season
Hay fever sufferers can combat their symptoms by creating an anti-allergy garden with hay fever friendly plants, an expert has said. Hay fever season is around the corner, with warnings that allergy season could start even earlier this year as
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'Money-making scheme': City centre car parking costs to increase
Increased city centre car parking prices have been branded a "money-making scheme" and have been criticised by traders. Street parking costs in 14 areas of Oxford are set to rise on April 15, from £13.20 to £15.20 for two hours. The increase
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Thame United stage late comeback to reach cup final
A late comeback from Thame United saw them reach the final of the Oxfordshire Senior Cup and see off Oxford City with a 2-1 win. United were 1-0 down as the match entered it's closing 15 minutes but goals from Jayden Carbon and Ethan Lack sent
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'Inconsistent and unfair': Massive car firm likely to avoid parking tax
Claims of "inconsistency" and "unfairness" have followed the revelation a massive car plant in Oxford will likely be excluded from a new parking tax. Oxfordshire County Council plans to roll out a workplace parking levy in Oxford which will charge
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92-year-old to hold first solo art exhibition
A 92-year-old artist's first solo exhibition will be held at Wantage Library next month. Roy Gosling has incorporated strings into his acrylic paintings and then layered them with sparkling gold leaf to create his artwork, which includes paintings
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Housebuilder setting industry standard with thermal efficiency in new homes
A housebuilder is celebrating the speed of its thermal installation, having done so years ahead of legal requirements. British housebuilder Pye Homes, which builds homes across Oxfordshire, has been installing low carbon air source heat pumps (
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Survey on Banbury town centre's future receives thousands of comments
A survey aiming to shape the future of Banbury's town centre has received 2,729 responses. Cherwell District Council's 2050 Banbury Vision survey was conducted in partnership with Hemingway Design and sought the opinions of residents, businesses
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Blenheim Estate forms climate tech partnership to combat climate change
Blenheim Estate has formed a new tech partnership to combat climate change. The collaboration with A Healthier Earth will see both parties develop ForestFactory, a concept which uses farming technologies to address the affects of climate change
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Image released of 'incredibly important' new hospital building
An image has been released of a new hospital theatre in Oxford which was given the green light by planning officials this week. The John Radcliffe in Headington is set to get an additional modular theatre with seven operating rooms after city councillors
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'I remember that day like yesterday': Woman gives evidence in child sex trial
“I REMEMBER that day like it was yesterday,” said an alleged victim in a sexual assault trial. Vicky Butler, 32, is on trial accused of sexually assaulting two young girls when he was in his early 20s in Witney. He has denied the offences –
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Slade Park Fire Station cadets earn promotions following assessment success
Two Slade Park Fire Station cadets have been promoted after completing their crew manager assessments. Macourley and Dylan have been promoted to cadet crew manager after the assessments. The Oxfordshire-based youngsters were evaluated on their
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Man stole almost £2k from 10 different people
A TRIAL has been dismissed after a man instead pleaded guilty to stealing almost £2,000 from 10 different people. Kevin Nanton, 56, of Saunders Road, Oxford, was due to stand trial at Oxford Crown Court on Wednesday (March 20) for 10 counts of
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Short notice for Botley Interchange roadworks is 'frustrating', says MP
AN Oxford MP said she is frustrated motorists have been given such short notice about the latest roadworks scheduled for the key Botley Interchange. Thousands of drivers were stuck in traffic for hours at a time between September and the beginning
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Local Homecare Company BelleVie Care Wins Big at National Homecare Awards
BelleVie Care, a beloved local name in the field of at-home care services, is celebrating its recent triumph at the prestigious 2024 Home Care Awards. This remarkable achievement underscores BelleVie Care's unwavering commitment to excellence
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Giant inflatable obstacle course fun for children over April half-term
A giant inflatable obstacle course will be returning to Bicester over the April half-term. The giant blow-up attraction, 'Tuff Nutterz', is coming back to Hangar 113 at Bicester Heritage for its third round. Available every day from 9am to
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Bingo hall demolition approved to make way for new lab space
Officials have given the green light to demolish a bingo hall opposite Oxford United's football stadium to make way for a new lab and office space. Members of Oxford City Council's planning meeting on Tuesday evening approved the application for
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Exciting hunt for Vampire Barons in new Oxford outdoor game
An amusement centre in Oxford is launching a new vampire-themed game. Escape Hunt Oxford's brand-new City Hunt adventure, Vampire Hunters, will go live on Saturday, March 23. The outdoor game allows players to hunt Vampire Barons throughout
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Beloved community servant in Pyrton retires after 40 years of service
St Mary's Church in Pyrton bid farewell to Jenny Lockwood who is retiring to Guernsey after 40 years of community service, on March 17. Lockwood, who was an integral member of Pyrton's community, looked after the church from 1991, ran the Pyrton
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Residents urged to secure repeat prescriptions before Easter break
Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West residents are being urged to order repeat prescriptions ahead of the Easter bank holidays. This comes as some community pharmacies and all GP surgeries confirm closure during the holidays. Patients
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Step back in time with the nostalgic 'I Wannabe in the 90s' exhibition
Visitors are invited to step back in time to immerse in the world of the 90s at a brand new exhibition that opens its doors at the Banbury Museum and Gallery on March 23. Travellers can expect a trip down memory lane, which will cover the vibrant
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East Oxford green space to get a biodiversity boost
A wildlife group in East Oxford is set to experience an extensive ecological enhancement. Oxford Urban Wildlife Group (OUWG) at Boundary Brook Nature Reserve received a £6,160 grant from the Trust for Oxfordshire’s Environment (TOE) to carry out
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LOOK INSIDE: Riverside home and café up for sale for £4.65m
A rare opportunity to buy a riverside home and café in an Oxfordshire town has arisen but for a price tag of more than £4.5m Thameside, a property located along the banks of the River Thames in Henley comprises a café with residential accommodation
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Community in shock as woman found dead at beauty spot
An Oxford community has been left shocked after a 28-year-old woman was found dead at a beauty spot on the edge of the city. Thames Valley Police is investigating an unexplained death after Shotover Country Park in Headington was cordoned off yesterday
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South East has one of the highest percentages of female business directors in UK
Almost half of all South East companies now have a female director, new research reveals. Creditsafe's Women in Business report shows that 40 per cent of the 677,000 firms in the South East have female representation at the directorial level.
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Woman in court for threatening another while carrying scissors
A YOUNG woman has been sentenced after being caught threatening someone with a pair of scissors. Carys Hayes, 23, was caught on February 3 this year in Fitzharry's Road, Abingdon using threatening or insulting words and behaviour towards a paramedic