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Tap Social announces dates for its summer beer festival
The Tap Social brewery in Oxford has announced dates for its summer beer festival. Tap Social Movement, on the Curtis industrial estate in North Hinksey Lane, will stage its third annual Change is Brewing craft beer festival on Saturday, June 22
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Oxford schools shortlisted for prestigious national awards
A number of schools in Oxford have been nominated for an awards ceremony dubbed the 'Oscars of education'. The Tes (Times Educational Supplement) Schools Awards 2024 brings independent and state schools together to "celebrate excellence across
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The main talking points as Oxford United book trip to Wembley
OXFORD United booked a place at Wembley with a hard-fought play-off semi-final victory over Peterborough United. The U’s took a 1-0 lead to London Road, and saw that pegged back four minutes before half-time in the second leg, when Josh Knight
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Critical care team boosts cardiac arrest response rates
The Air Ambulance Service (TAAS) will voluntarily hold Automated External Defibrillators at home to assist communities with early defibrillation. The new initiative is aimed at boosting community response to out-of-hospital cardiac arrests.
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Motorcyclist taken to hospital with serious injuries after crash
A 21-year-old motorcyclist has been taken to an Oxford hospital with serious injuries after a crash. The collision between the motorcyclist and a Toyota took place on H5 Portway at the junction with Singleton Drive, Grange Farm in Milton Keynes
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Oxford United co-owner among those celebrating semi-final play-off win
Oxford United co-owner Anindya Bakrie was among those celebrating as Des Buckingham’s side secured their place at Wembley last night. The U’s booked their place at the national for the Sky Bet League One play-off final after beating Peterborough
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Oxfordshire tennis star Tim Henman's father has died
Oxfordshire tennis star Tim Henman's father has died. Tony Henman, a solicitor in Oxford, died last Friday, aged 84. The family lived in Weston-on-the-Green between Oxford and Bicester where they owned a grass tennis court in their back garden
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Jeremy Clarkson reveals the worst airport he has visited in the world
JEREMY Clarkson has revealed the worst airport he has visited in the world. The former Top Gear presenter has returned to the nation’s screens with the third season of Prime Video hit Clarkson’s Farm. Set at Diddly Squat farm in Chipping Norton
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Oxford's Ashmolean Museum finds lookalike items inspired by the Met Gala
New York's Met Gala may be a long way from Oxford, but some local institutions have jumped online to follow the fashion trends. The Met Gala is an annual fundraising gala for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute in Manhattan - and
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Radley College pupil's journey from council estate to Oxford University
Radley College pupil Brayden Lee is looking forward to taking his degree at an Oxford University college. The 18-year-old, who is about to sit his A Levels, has been offered a place at Christ Church to study Philosophy, Politics and Economics.
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Oxford to welcome new Post Office in June
A new post office is set to open in Oxford in early June. The new branch will open its doors at Midcounties Co-op, 74 Rose Hill, Oxford, on June 6 at 1pm. It will offer a range of services, including posting letters and parcels, and collection
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Cherwell College
Cherwell College, Oxford Cherwell College Oxford is an independent co-educational boarding and day school located in Oxford city centre for students aged between 14 and 19 years. Cherwell prides itself as an elite educational provider with
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City centre cafe dramatically improves hygiene score after mice infestation
An Oxford cafe which previously had a mice infestation has dramatically improved its hygiene rating. The Art Cafe in the city centre is one of the most busy venues locally with its central location outside the Westgate shopping centre. Oxford
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New homes plan for village where developer has 'vision'
A DEVELOPER with a 'vision' for an Oxfordshire village has submitted plans to build new 'distinctive' homes despite having previously had their application refused. Hayfield Homes would like to build 10 houses in Finmere on land north of Banbury
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10 Popular UK Online Poker Sites for Real Money in 2024
Determining the quality of the best poker sites in the UK can sometimes feel like a guessing game – will it be a royal flush or just a brick? With our curated list of the best options, finding the ideal poker table is now a breeze. Our team
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Our player ratings after Oxford United reach play-off final
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United booked a place at Wembley in the Sky Bet League One play-off final, thanks to an aggregate victory against Peterborough United. JAMIE CUMMING Made a super reflex stop in the first half, to
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Heavy delays after motorway incident
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Missing teenage girl spotted at Westgate Centre as concerns grow
A missing teenage girl has been spotted at the Westgate Centre as police are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare. Iris, aged 17, has been missing since Friday (May 3) from Aylesbury but has been seen on CCTV in the Westgate soon after
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Posh boss: ‘We’ve absolutely battered them and they’re very lucky to get through’
DARREN Ferguson felt that luck was on Oxford United’s side as they edged past his Peterborough United team in the Sky Bet League One play-off semi-finals. The U’s led 1-0 from the first leg, and a 1-1 draw at London Road ensured passage into the
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Chelsea loanee on wonder save to help U’s to Wembley
JAMIE Cumming said instinct kicked in when he made a wonder save to deny Peterborough United in the dying minutes of Oxford United’s play-off semi-final victory. The U’s won 2-1 on aggregate against the Posh, and with the second leg of the semi-final
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Fire crews called to Tesco Superstore after reports of smoke
Firefighters were called to a supermarket in Bicester following reports of a smell of smoke at the store. Four fire crews rushed to the Tesco Superstore at Lakeview Drive after receiving the call at 10:36pm yesterday (Wednesday, May 8). After
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Man arrested on suspicion of robbery in town centre
A man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery in the town centre of Didcot. Last week, police launched an appeal in their search for Waheed Amodu, aged 23 in connection to an incident at Market Place in Dicot at around 12.30pm on April 15.
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Marcus McGuane praised for professionalism after being left out of squad
MARCUS McGuane has been praised by Oxford United boss Des Buckingham for how he responded to being omitted from the squad in recent weeks. The midfielder was left out of four matchday squads in the aftermath of United’s 5-0 defeat at Bolton Wanderers
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Jewellery heist gang still at large six months on
A gang of thieves who carried out a jewellery heist are still at large six months on. The thieves targeted a couple as they parked their car on Burford High Street and were emptying valuables from the boot at around 6.15pm on November 19, 2023.
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New fish and chip shop set to open in Oxfordshire town
A new fish and chip shop is to open soon in Abingdon. A sign has just gone up on shop unit at the Reynolds Way shops in south Abingdon saying 'Opening soon: Spa Fish and Chips'. There used to be a Chinese takeaway in the row of shops but it
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Oxfordshire school poo "vandalism" incident deemed accidental
A school in Oxfordshire has asked students to delete photographs of a "serious vandalism incident" involving poo and not to share them online. Our Lady's Abingdon head Daniel Gibbons said parents had been contacted about the incident. Mr
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Retirement homes plan decision due as objector says they provide 'no benefit'
A decision is due on plans to build 25 new homes for "older people" despite an objector saying the proposal provides "no social or economic benefit". Applicant Beechcroft Developments Ltd would like to build the 'retirement' houses with a maximum
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A very special Star Wars day as Sith Lord actor visits village pub
It was a very special Star Wars Day when Sith Lord Ian McDiarmid turned up at an Oxfordshire pub on May the Fourth. The quaint George & Dragon in Shutford, near Banbury, has been closed since 2022. But it has been given a new hope after being
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Des Buckingham thrilled by U’s grit and defensive solidity in play-off semi-final
DES Buckingham was thrilled with the defensive solidity Oxford United showed as they sealed a place in the Sky Bet League One play-off final. Leading 1-0 from the first leg of the semi-final, the U’s were pegged back on aggregate when Peterborough
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Des Buckingham: ‘It’s the proudest moment in my career and my life’
LEADING his hometown side out at Wembley for the Sky Bet League One play-off final will be the proudest moment in Des Buckingham’s life, the Oxford United coach has said. The U’s edged past Peterborough United 2-1 on aggregate in the semi-finals
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GALLERY: Amazing scenes as Oxford United book trip to Wembley
CHECK out the best of our fan photos after Oxford United booked a place at Wembley for the Sky Bet League One play-off final. Leading 1-0 from the semi-final first leg, the U’s finished the job with a 1-1 draw on a memorable night away at Peterborough
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Five babies die as whooping cough cases continue to soar
Five babies in England have died after being diagnosed with whooping cough, as cases continue to rise. More than 2,700 whooping cough cases have been reported across England so far in 2024 – more than three times the number recorded in the whole
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Watch the highlights as Oxford United book a trip to Wembley
OXFORD United will go to Wembley to contest the Sky Bet League One play-off final after edging past Peterborough United in the semi-finals. Leading 1-0 from the first leg, the U’s finished the job with a 1-1 draw on a memorable night at London
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I'm a Pharmacist and this is the best way to beat your hay fever symptoms
With summer just around the corner, the pollen count across the UK is expected to rise, bringing with it the unwanted menace of hay fever. Also known as allergic rhinitis, hay fever occurs when the body reacts to histamine, a substance released
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U’s release ticket information for Wembley play-off final
OXFORD United have been allocated 36,533 tickets for their Sky Bet League One play-off final at Wembley. U’s fans have been given the west side of the national stadium for the clash against Bolton Wanderers a week on Saturday. Tickets will
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Oxford jurors set to benefit from free counselling after major court cases
Counselling sessions are to be offered to jurors who suffer mental and emotional strain in major trials. A pilot in 15 courts across England and Wales - including in Oxford - will run from this summer, to help people who do jury duty in distressing
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Urgent warning to 2.7 million mobile users ahead of major change to networks
Nearly 3 million mobile phone users are being warned they could be forced to upgrade their device in the coming months. Many of the UK’s largest mobile providers are in the process of shutting down their 3G networks, with the switch off happening
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Homeowners to see new bin collection rule come into force, government says
Households in England will change the way they recycle under new simpler bin collection rules, the government says. Recyclables will be put into one bin by households in England. The Environment Department (Defra) announced on Friday that the
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - MICHAEL EVANS, 59, of Spring Lane, Littlemore, was found guilty to one count of common assault in Kidlington on June 18 last year. He was fined £864. There was also a victim surcharge of
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'Goalposts constantly being changed' as footpath reopening delayed
The delay in a footpath reopening has promoted concern from a councillor who has said the "goalposts are constantly being changed" for the Banbury Road roundabout upgrade works. Work on phase two of the major roundabout redesign is scheduled to
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Cotswolds named among Britain's best 'luxury' staycation spots
The Cotswolds has been named as one of the best upmarket staycation destinations in Great Britain by a new study. The Defender Destinations Index, created by Land Rover, has ranked the Cotswolds third, below the Lake District and the New Forest
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Leadership uncertain as negotiations underway for control of council after elections
Less than a week after the local election results its uncertain who will lead Cherwell District Council as negotiations are still underway on who will take control. Despite the Liberal Democrats becoming the largest party in Cherwell District Council
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Armed Forces to perform Beethoven masterpiece with cannon fire
The Armed Forces are set to recreate a Beethoven masterpiece with the sound of cannon. The 2024 Oxfordshire Battle Proms Picnic Concert promises a unique performance of Beethoven’s Battle Symphony, amplified by the thundering 193 cannon. The
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Home care provider enjoys multiple successes at awards event
Two home care providers have enjoyed multiple successes at a regional awards event. Home Instead Maidenhead, Henley and Wallingford and Home Instead Abingdon, Didcot and Newbury walked away with top accolades at The Berkshire Care Association Care
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Free scheme to support smokers looking to quit to be piloted in Oxfordshire
A free and clinically proven programme to help people quit smoking is being piloted in Oxfordshire. The drug-free Allen Carr’s Easyway method is being trialled by Oxfordshire County Council as part of their drive to make the county smoke free.
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Campaigners fight to save land behind the Moors
A group of passionate Kidlington locals are prepared to fight for much-loved green land behind the Moors, including through talks with councillors and petitions. The Land Behind the Moors advocacy group has said they believe Cherwell District
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Young Bicester volunteer reaches parkrun milestone
A young volunteer from Bicester said he loves "helping out" after reaching a significant milestone at a community event. Eleven-year-old Ivan Stocker, a pupil at Southwold Primary School in Bicester, carried out volunteering duties at the town's
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Charity's homelessness service boosted by donation
A charity hub dedicated to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness has received a funding boost. Connection Support has received a £500 donation from housebuilder Barratt Homes. The donation is to support the charity's warm hub in
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Young girl has hearing restored as first patient on new gene therapy trial
An 18-month-old girl has had her hearing restored after becoming the first person in the world to take part in a groundbreaking new gene therapy trial. Opal Sandy, from Eynsham, was born completely deaf due to the condition auditory neuropathy,
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£30k awarded by housing association to boost community projects
Fifteen community projects have been boosted by £30,000 of funding from a Witney housing association in the last year. Cottsway Housing uses its Community Fund to support the work of individuals, charities, and voluntary groups. Among the recipients
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Church leader who died after drug relapse was a 'highly-regarded' man
A ‘HIGHLY-regarded’ man who died was a church leader for The Salvation Army died after a drug relapse, an inquest has heard. Paul Devine, who was a trainee Salvation Army officer, was found dead at his home address in Heyford Hill Lane, Littlemore
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Young father denies inappropriately touching woman multiple times
A FATHER has been accused of inappropriately touching a woman on several occasions in Witney. Shane Windebank, of Mirfield Road, Witney, is on trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with three counts of sexual assault which are alleged to have taken
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Bicester care home welcomes 21-year-old on charity walk to Ibiza
A 21-year-old on a 1,200-mile walk from Manchester to Ibiza has stopped off at a care home in Bicester. Henry Moores visited Launton Grange as part of his charity mission for The Tony Hudgell Foundation. He is aiming to raise £50,000 in donations
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Cricket sessions to invite more children to play the sport
Children in Oxfordshire are set to be given an opportunity to play cricket through a national programme. Aron Lee, founder of Alchem Trading, based in Carterton, has teamed up with his friend Nathan Harris to launch an All Stars Cricket programme
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Oxford hailed as one of the most desirable places to live in the UK
Oxford is the second most desirable place to live in the UK, according to a new study. The study, conducted by Fabulous Bingo, aimed to uncover the most sought-after locations based on average property prices over the past year and Google search
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Changes to support buses, cycling and walking proposed for Woodstock Road
People who use Oxford’s Woodstock Road are being invited to share their views on proposals to improve public transport and make walking, cycling and mobility-aided access safer. Oxfordshire County Council has launched a consultation calling on
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Radio Horton looking for former volunteers for 60th anniversary celebration
A hospital radio station in Banbury is on the search for former volunteers to help celebrate its 60th anniversary. Based within Horton General Hospital, Radio Horton is preparing for its diamond jubilee on July 7. The celebrations will include
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Annual nature photography competition announces new prizes and categories
Nature enthusiasts are being invited to send their best shots of animals, plants, people and scenery for an annual wildlife photography competition. The Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) has launched its yearly contest
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Half-term family fun on offer in South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse
There will be a range of activities on offer for children and their families to enjoy in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse this May half term. From May 28 to 31, young children, along with their families can take part in the Xplorer
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Supermarket worker found dead in bathtub, inquest hears
A SUPERMARKET worker who was found dead in his bathtub may have drowned, an inquest has heard. Andrew Bossom, 61, was found unresponsive in his bath on March 3 this year at his home address in St Marys Close Kidlington. READ MORE: Family appeal
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Charity seeks new volunteers on bikes to help the homeless
A local charity are seeking new volunteers to help deliver essentials to those experiencing homelessness and vulnerable housing. The Botley Bikers, one of the projects run by Food for Charities, are a group of cyclists who go into the community
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"Tragic yet predictable": refugee households facing homelessness in Oxford
Dozens of refugee households were facing homelessness in Oxford in the last quarter of 2023, new figures show. The number of asylum seekers living in temporary accommodation has grown massively over the past year across England, as a refugee charity
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Homeowners told to do more to protect against carbon monoxide poisoning
Households in Oxfordshire must do more to protect themselves against the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, an industry body has warned. Recent research highlights that over a third of homeowners in the area do not have a carbon monoxide alarm
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Wantage firm marks 15 years of helping start-ups break into new markets
A Wantage-based company that helps start-ups and scale-ups break into new markets is celebrating 15 years in business. International growth agency Bridgehead International Agency Ltd supports firm to break into markets in the UK, Europe, North
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Climate-focused MP visits Oxford University research centre
An MP who is part of several parliamentary groups focused on climate change has visited a research centre at the University of Oxford. Barry Sheerman MP, who also chairs the Labour Back Bench DEFRA Committee, was welcomed by researchers at the
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Summer of activities planned for families in Vale of White Horse
A summer of free and low-cost activities awaits families in the Vale of White Horse. Vale of White Horse District Council has a line up of family-friendly activities and destinations planned throughout the summer months to cater to a variety of
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Fire service to open its doors for career open day
How would you like to work for Oxfordshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service? That's what the team at Oxford’s Rewley Road Fire Station is asking residents in a career open day on May 25. The team is inviting people to discover the variety
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Politician says she is 'sorry' transport changes don't meet 'gold standard'
A newly-elected city ward representative has said she is "sorry" new highways changes "don't meet the gold standard" after they were given the green light last month. Blackbird Leys Labour councillor Linda Smith shared her thoughts on the two new