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Swimmers share memories of Tumbling Bay
These three stalwart swimmers were regulars at the Tumbling Bay pool off Botley Road, Oxford. They were, left to right, Bill Shorter, Jim Megitt and Brendan Carter and are seen in their swimming regalia in July 1994. Apparently, Bill could
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Police warning amid fake ticket zoo sales this summer
Police have warned the public over fake ticket sales for UK zoos this summer. Thames Valley Police has altered people to scams involving fake tickets for the Cotswolds Wildlife Park. Officers said on Saturday that a website has gained “unauthorised
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Cancer survivor to cycle from London to Amsterdam for charity on 65th birthday
A cancer survivor who lives near Wallingford is set to cycle from London to Amsterdam on his 65th birthday next month. Simon Lord is aiming to complete the journey within 24 hours, starting from Trafalgar Square as Big Ben strikes midnight on July
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Learn more about your Henley and Thame election candidates
Polling Day is almost upon us and we've done a deep dive to find out more about your Parliamentary candidates in Thame and Henley. There are seven candidates vying to become the MP: David Carpin – Independent; Nanda Manley-Browne - Labour Party
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Oxford Health supports Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month
Oxford Health is celebrating the traditions of the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities and looking to break down the barriers the community often faces when trying to access healthcare this June. The Romani flag has been flying from Oxford Health
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Primary school on Oxfordshire border celebrates 300th birthday
A Primary School on the Oxfordshire border has celebrated its 300th birthday with a look back through time. Ashbury with Compton Beauchamp Church of England Primary School may have a long name, but it's got an even longer history having been the
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Stephan Negru departs U’s on season-long loan
STEPHAN Negru has departed Oxford United to join Salford City on a season-long loan. Earlier this month, the 21-year-old centre back was linked with a temporary switch to the Sky Bet League Two side, managed by Karl Robinson, who was sacked as
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Police cordon off town street as paramedics arrive at flats
Police have cordoned off part of a busy street in Abingdon to allow paramedics to deal with an ongoing incident. Thames Valley Police blocked off a short section of Ock Street close to the town centre at about 3pm so paramedics could park their
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Jeremy Clarkson takes swipe at James May following split rumours
Jeremy Clarkson has taken a swipe at James May after rumours of a professional split were confirmed. The duo presented BBC’s Top Gear alongside Richard Hammond from 2003 to 2015 before reuniting for Prime Video’s The Grand Tour. Despite enjoying
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Police give update on hospitalised cyclist who was hit by ambulance
Police have given an update on a cyclist who was hospitalised after being hit by an ambulance in Oxford. The incident occurred at around 11am on Sunday (June 23) as an ambulance was responding to an emergency on blue lights when it was involved
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Exact time Red Arrows will fly over Oxfordshire TODAY
Some of the most famous planes in the world will fly over Oxfordshire today. The Red Arrows, formed in 1964, act as the face of the Royal Air Force, representing the speed, agility and precision of the organisation. Stationed at RAF Waddington
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Major crash on A34 causes major traffic delays as police attend
3:28pm End of coverage Traffic heading into Oxford has returned to a normal flow following the earlier crash on the
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Firefighters tackle massive field fire after bonfire spreads
Multiple crews of firefighters in Oxfordshire have tackled a major fire after a bonfire spread to a hay field. The incident occurred today (Saturday, June 29) as crews and vehicles from three of the county’s fire stations attended the Brize Norton
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Man, 19, dies as police descend on Oxford beauty spot
A man has died in Oxford as police descended on one of the city’s beauty spots. The incident occurred on Friday, June 21 at Port Meadow as emergency services arrived at the area following reports of someone drowning. Thames Valley Police as
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'Why you should vote for me' - Banbury MP candidates state their case
With less than a week until Polling Day for the General Election, we have been asking Parliamentary candidates in Banbury why they deserve your vote. The candidates for Banbury are: Victoria Prentis (Conservatives), Sean Woodcock (Labour), Liz
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Oxford hotels launch low carbon menu for greener dining
Two Oxford hotels have launched a low-carbon menu in an effort to help the environment. The new offering from voco Oxford at both its Thames and Spires hotels is aimed at groups of more than 25 corporate guests. All meals come with a carbon
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New ice cream parlour and takeaway welcomes customers
A new ice cream parlour and takeaway in Abingdon is now busy with customers. Santino Hamze, originally from the Lebanon, has moved from London to open a new ice cream parlour, with a Lebanese takeaway next door. The father-of-one is running
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School issues warning after reports of people jumping in River Thames
An Oxfordshire school has issued a safety warning after reports of people jumping into the River Thames. Wallingford School on St George’s Road is located close to the river and has released a statement in conjunction with Thames Valley Police
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How to save money on your Spotify account by switching to new premium subscription
Are you looking to save yourself some money on your Spotify account? Well the music streaming platform has "discreetly" introduced a new, cheaper 'basic' plan which costs £1 to £2 less than other premium subscriptions, according to consumer watchdog
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City centre shopping centre warning amid heatwave parking rush
A new warning has been issued to Oxford city centre shoppers today. Great weather and a mini heatwave across the city in recent days have caused a spike in people visiting the city centre. Many residents and tourists alike have visited the
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Keep your bedroom hay fever free this summer with these top tips
Many will rejoice in the recent warmer temperatures, but for those that suffer with hay fever, the effects of this seasonal allergy could be causing big problems. This common allergy, often causing coughing, itchy eyes and sneezing can be a massive
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Top tunes inspire Oxford Mail Camera Club
Oxford Mail Camera Club members have been inspired by their latest weekly theme - song titles. Songs they chose to inspire their photos came from several different decades from the sixties onwards, and there were lots of classic tunes featured,
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5 top tips to save money on petrol and diesel this summer
With drivers being warned that petrol and diesel prices remaining "persistently high" many of us will be looking at ways we can save money on fuel this summer. The RAC said prices for petrol and diesel in Britain are “far higher than they should
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How smart are you? Take this pub quiz to find out
The weekend is here which can only mean one thing, it's time for the weekly pub quiz. Perfect if you're taking a trip to the pub this weekend, this quiz will let you brush up on some of that unusual but essential knowledge for the occasion.
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When Brazil legend and World Cup winner Pele held an Oxford United shirt
Many famed players have held or worn the Oxford United shirt but arguably none as great as the late Brazil legend Pele. Widely regarded as one of the best football players of all time, Pele was the only star to win three FIFA World Cups. Across
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Take our driving theory quiz as 88 per cent fail these 5 basic test questions
88% of drivers could not answer these five basic theory questions correctly and more than 50% would have failed their tests if they retook it today, according to new research. 2010 drivers were surveyed and only one in 10 could answer all the
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Police seize van after discovering stack of heavy concrete rocks in back
A van has been seized in Oxfordshire after police found large concrete rocks in the back. The incident occurred on Friday when officers stopped the vehicle in Banbury after noticing the van was nearly touching the ground. Officers were nearly
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Child hit by car at Kidlington supermarket car park
A child was hit by a car at a supermarket car park in Kidlington. The incident occurred at around 4pm on Thursday, June 27, at the Sainsbury’s car park on Oxford Road, Kidlington. A child was hit by a Mazda 2 and was left injured but did not
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Police on the lookout after BMW stolen from home in middle of the night
A BMW has been stolen from an Oxfordshire home in the middle of the night. The incident occurred at around 12.58am on Friday, June 28, on Kingsey Road in Thame when offenders gained access to the house. Once inside the property, offenders stole
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How grandparents can get little-known state pension boost this summer
Many grandparents could be unaware of a pension credit bonus that could add thousands to their state pensions over the summer. It comes as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) figures that revealed more than 150,000 applications in the last eight years
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Record number of same-sex couples in Oxfordshire tie the knot
A record number of same-sex couples in Oxfordshire got married in 2022, new figures show. It comes as more same-sex marriages took place across England and Wales than in any year since it became legalised in 2014. Campaign group Out4Marriage
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Oxfordshire programme to offer residents support with everyday challenges
Oxfordshire residents who are facing challenges in their everyday life will soon be able to access support through a new programme. Local area coordinators will be based in communities and will be available to connect with residents, guiding them
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Archive to release unseen material from famous comedians
An archive of previously unseen material from some of Britain's most famous comedians will be released next month. Over the past 18 months, theatre collective Rain Stops Play Productions, in collaboration with student troupe the Oxford Revue, has
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Abingdon EV charging firm to take part in 1.4k mile rally
An Abingdon-based electric vehicle (EV) charging and infrastructure provider is set to take part in a 1,400-mile EV rally. The EV Rally is in its fourth year and brings together vehicles and businesses such as Compleo, to show the ease of transitioning
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RAF aircraftsman to be sentenced for sexual assault
A SENIOR aircraftsman has been acquitted by a jury of two counts of sexual assault against a woman in Witney. Joseph Tuitoga, of RAF Brize Norton, near Carterton, was on trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with one count of sexual assault and one
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Man who stabbed housemate in the hand back in court
AFTER avoiding jail, a man who stabbed his housemate in the hand is back in court for missing a telephone appointment. Wadzanai Jaure’s victim claimed that the 42-year-old had waved the kitchen knife towards his face. He put up his hands to protect
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Store giving customers chance to win shopping for free
A shop in Minster Lovell is giving customers the chance to win their basket of shopping this summer. The SPAR store is one of more than 100 across England and Wales taking part in the 'Make Me A Champion' competition, which will began at the Oxfordshire
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University accused of 'colonising' Oxford with housebuilding
Oxford University has been accused of "colonising" the city with housebuilding as critics say they are turning it into a "campus". Independent MP candidate for Oxford East Jabu Nala-Hartley is raising concerns around what she describes as the city
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OUH research fellows present findings on staff wellbeing and patient care
Six Oxford University Hospitals nurses and allied health professionals have presented the findings of their research projects focused on improving patient care and staff wellbeing. The four nurses, a radiographer, and a speech and language therapist
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Jamie Cumming aware U’s may bring in another keeper
JAMIE Cumming is more than aware that Oxford United will potentially bring in another goalkeeper to challenge him for the number one jersey this season. The 24-year-old has joined the U’s on a free transfer after Chelsea agreed to terminate his
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More Oxfordshire nature reserves to be managed by Earth Trust
An environmental charity has been awarded an expanded contract to manage two more nature reserves in Oxfordshire. Earth Trust was given the contract by the South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils to manage Tuckmill Meadows Reserve
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Oxford Brookes University holds annual Business Challenge Week
Oxford Brookes Business School students have been working with businesses to address real-world issues. This was part of the university's annual Business Challenge Week held from June 17 to June 21. Forty-five students participated, including
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How to protect your home from mosquitoes this summer
Homeowners in the South East are being advised to take measures to fend off a potential influx of mosquitoes this summer, following a mild and wet winter. Experts from the British Pest Control Association (BPCA) say that some mosquito species,
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Mother of boy with heart condition hopeful about new blood test
The mother of a seven-year-old boy from Wheatley who was diagnosed with a heart condition at two-days-old hopes a new blood test could help other young people. Henry was born with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a hereditary condition causing
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Oxfordshire's most congested roads revealed
A new report ranks different roads in Oxfordshire based on the amount of time people are delayed during their journeys. Using recent road data from GOV.UK, Online Marketing Surgery and Cromwell Trucks have ranked roads based on their length of
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Villagers left 'fearful' after serious machete and knife incidents
Villagers have been left "fearful" following serious incidents in two sleepy south Oxfordshire locations involving a machete and a knife on the same night. Armed police and helicopters were called to Southmoor to reports of a "man with a machete
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Oxford West and Abingdon candidates have their say
Liberal Democrat candidate Layla Moran holds the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency which she won from the Conservatives in 2015. The constituency includes the town of Abingdon, the western and northern parts of the city of Oxford, and some
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Tesco Abingdon cafe offering free breakfast to armed forces personnel
Members of the armed forces will be able to get a free hot breakfast in Abingdon to mark Armed Forces Day this weekend. Serving personnel, regulars and reservists who present their MOD90 identification card at Tesco Abingdon cafe on Sunday, June
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Supporters’ Panel assess Oxford United’s fixture list
FOR many Oxford fans, the reality of the achievements of last season were going to take a long time to truly sink in, writes Matthew O’Donoghue of the Oxford United Supporters’ Panel. Wembley was one of the most surreal football experiences many
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - JAKE SMITH, 34, of HMP Bullingdon, Bicester, pleaded guilty to two counts of causing harassment, alarm or distress using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour on December