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Prince of Wales spotted celebrating England’s Euro 2024 win over Switzerland
Prince William was among football fans rejoicing as England won their Euro 2024 quarter-final match against Switzerland on penalties. The game finished 1-1 but England emerged victorious after a tense penalty shootout which saw them beat their
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Prince of Wales spotted celebrating England’s Euro 2024 win over Switzerland
Prince William was among football fans rejoicing as England won their Euro 2024 quarter-final match against Switzerland on penalties. The game finished 1-1 but England emerged victorious after a tense penalty shootout which saw them beat their
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Emma Watson enjoys 'romantic' time in Oxford bakery
Harry Potter actress Emma Watson has been spotted spending some romantic time in a Jericho bakery. The 34-year-old was visiting Gail's Bakery, which was crowned among the best pastry shops in the world in June by the La Liste global guide.
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Thrifty roofer 'legend' laid to rest in scaffolding-board coffin and work van
A man built his roofer dad's coffin from used scaffolding boards and transported him to church on the back of his work van - to honour his plea they save cash on his send-off. Charlie Dowdeswell made the coffin using wooden boards, following the
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Awards for WRVS serving meals on wheels
Awards were given to four members of the Women’s Royal Voluntary Service who between them had given 60 years’ service to the meals-on-wheels service at Wallingford. Gloria Simms, centre, WRVS organiser in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
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Expert shares hacks to stop rats and mice getting into your home from £2.09
With rats and mice looking to add to their stockpile of food and make nests ready for the winter, you might spot some trying to settle in your home or garden. Rodent infestations can become a nightmare for homeowners but rats and mice can be kept
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Why were American XL Bully dogs banned in the UK?
Some dogs in the UK are banned but why were American XL Bullies added to the list? Since February 1, 2024, owning the XL Bully breed has become a criminal offence in England and Wales unless owners have an exemption certificate. Anyone who
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Channel 5's new drama The Night Caller: Full cast list and how to watch
Channel 5's new drama The Night Caller has a star-packed cast including Robert Glenister and Sean Pertwee. The show follows former science teacher, Tony Conroy, who now works as a taxi driver on the night shift in Liverpool. Spending the night
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Martin Lewis sends urgent passport warning to all UK tourists
Martin Lewis has warned a passport rule could see British holidaymakers SENT HOME from airports. The BBC Sounds podcast host appeared on ITV This Morning opposite Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard on Tuesday (July 2) where he discussed the problem.
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Parent annoyed at 'kids screaming in garden next door' leaves internet divided
As we Brits lap up the sunshine, the only place to be at home if you're fortunate enough to have one, is the garden. The dads are back mowing, the mums are back potting, and the kids are back playing. However, not everyone is best pleased
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Slavery, King George III and revolution - the last time Oxfordshire had no Tory MPs
It is the first time Oxfordshire has not had a Tory MP since 1777 after the General Election transformed the political map in the county. The Liberal Democrats took the county by storm taking five seats while Labour won the remaining two. Layla
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Garth Park to hold screening of Wonka this month
An outdoor screening of box office hit movie Wonka will take place in Bicester later this month. The event, scheduled for July 27, will be held at Garth Park and will take place from 6pm. The 2023 film has a star-studded cast starring Timothée
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International theme park announces £300m plans near motorway
An international theme park has announced £300m plans for its first UK site near Bicester. Last year, Puy du Fou, a historical-themed attraction, declared its interest in wanting a 300 to 400-acre site within a 40-mile radius of Oxford for a new
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Oxford-educated cabinet member appeared in BBC drama series
It is not only Anneliese Dodds who has an Oxford influence on Sir Keir Starmer's new cabinet. The Oxford East MP has been appointed minister for Women and Equalities as well as a minister of state for Development by the Labour leader. Oxford
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Indecent exposure act before boarding bus probed by police
A man has been seen exposing himself before getting on a bus in a village. Police responded to reports of a man exposing himself at the junction of Reading Road with Greenmore before getting onto an X40 bus from Woodcote yesterday (July 5) at around
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Thames Valley Police officers meet public at summer fun day
Three Thames Valley Police officers said it was "great" to meet the public at a summer fun day last Saturday. SC Scigulinsky and SC Collishaw, from the Specials team, joined PC Ashraf at Heyford Park Summer Fun Day, near Bicester, on June 29.
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Anneliese Dodds attends Starmer's first cabinet meeting in Downing Street
Oxford East MP Anneliese Dodds attended Sir Keir Starmer's first cabinet meeting on his first full day in Downing Street. The Prime Minister appointed his top team on Friday after sweeping to an historic victory at the polls, making only minor
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Paul Hollywood leads tributes for Bake Off star Dawn Hollyoak following death
Great British Bake Off (GBBO) stars have paid tribute to former contestant Dawn Hollyoak following her death. Hollyoak, who competed on the Channel 4 show in 2022, was described as being “joyous” and “talented”. The baker was the sixth contestant
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Chess open days to be hosted by former champion
A series of chess open days for newcomers of all ages will take place in Banbury this summer. Following its free outdoor chess initiative, Banbury Town Council is organising two separate events at the pavilion in People’s Park. Both will be
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Oxford NHS trust staff receive thank you letter on NHS's 76th birthday
Staff at Oxford University Hospitals Trust (OUH) have received a letter thanking them for their work to mark the NHS's 76th birthday. Professor Sir Jonathan Montgomery, chair of OUH, and professor Meghana Pandit, chief executive officer at OUH,
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Oxfordshire's top athletes recognised at awards events
Oxfordshire's top athletes were celebrated at awards events last week. The county's sporting stars gathered for GLL's Sport Foundation awards, marking a year of sporting achievements. The events took place on consecutive evenings at two locations
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Exact time Red Arrows will fly over Oxfordshire this weekend
Arguably the most famous military planes in the world - the Red Arrows - will be flying over Oxfordshire on their way to the Grand Prix at Silverstone. The planes will be flying over Oxfordshire on their way to this weekend’s Formula One British
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Big cats and carnivores inspire camera club snappers
Oxford Mail Camera Club photographers have been inspired by the theme 'carnivores'. That was our latest weekly theme and it prompted lots of photos from Cotswold Wildlife Park near Burford, and Millets Farm near Abingdon. Club members posted
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Heard of the 24-minute rule? The time you should actually arrive at the cinema
We all know the feeling of rushing to the cinema for our ticket time to find only ourselves sweating through 20 minutes of adverts and trailers. Many of us enjoy the build-up - it's a chance to see the other upcoming films and get comfy with our
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Huckleberry Finn musical is a big success at Wolvercote village hall
The film, Huckleberry Finn, was all the rage at the time and was being shown at cinemas throughout the country. But Oxford film buffs could see the popular musical show not only on screen but on stage. Young actors and actresses were putting
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'Stark' warning to elderly drivers as car insurance soars by up to an extra £600
A 'stark' warning has been issued to elderly drivers as car insurance prices rise by an extra £600. New research has revealed that people aged between 65 and 79 have seen a steep increase in premiums at 26 per cent, and those aged 80 experienced
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New speed limit law that will 'change how we drive' to come in this weekend
A new speed camera law that 'will change how we drive' will come into effect this weekend. A change in EU legislation - despite the UK no longer being part of the Union - is set to have a considerable effect on motorists up and down the country
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Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary 'confirmed' for This Morning shows this summer
The future of Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary on This Morning has been ‘revealed’. The presenters of the ITV show have commitments with other channels throughout the summer but execs have reportedly now secured the pair for the summer programmes
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CCTV image released after 'indecent exposure' and 'inappropriate act'
An image of a man has been released after an incident of indecent exposure in an Oxfordshire village. Police have released CCTV footage after reports of a person exposing himself and performing an inappropriate act on Broad Gap in Bodicote yesterday
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Why you might want to think twice about putting your suitcase on your bed
Packing for a trip away often leads to lots of organisation and if you find yourself putting your suitcase on your bed while you fill it, this is why you should stop. While putting a suitcase on your bed might be easier than putting it on the floor
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History made as former Oxford councillor elected MP
A former Oxford city councillor who was received criticism locally for "being absent" has made history as Bournemouth elected its first Labour MP. Tom Hayes was elected to be the member of parliament for Bournemouth East, beating previous Conservative
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Man arrested after police called to kitchen fire started by dog
A man was arrested after officers responded to a fire that was started by a dog, police have confirmed. Officers arrived at the Smith’s estate area of Witney on Thursday, July 4 at around 3.20pm to help assist with the blaze. However, officers
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'Dog roast' protest by vegan group stuns attendees at regatta
A protest depicting a 'dead dog' roasting on a stick has "stunned" attendees at the Henley Royal Regatta. It showed a lurcher dog 'being cooked' under a banner that read 'The Great Dog Roast' and took place on July 3 in Henley. A crowd of 300,000
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Cannabis plants found after fire at city home
Firefighters discovered a number of cannabis plants at a home while responding to a blaze at the property. Several cannabis plants were found at the property on Merlin Road in Blackbird Leys on Wednesday (July 3) after fire crews were called to
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Van seized and driver reported for using revoked licence
A man has been reported after his vehicle was seized near a West Oxfordshire village. Officers seized a van near Burford after the driver had a revoked licence, no insurance, no MOT, and the vehicle was classified as Statutory Off Road Notification
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London to Mexico rally winning car to feature at Bicester show
A car which won a London to Mexico rally held to mark the 1970 World Cup will go on display in Bicester next week. The Ford Escort 1850 GT, also known as 'FEV 1H', will lead the displays at the Euros Assembly at Bicester Heritage on July 14.
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CrossCountry launches £167,000 community fund open for applicants
CrossCountry has committed to funding new community initiatives across its network with the launch of a new fund. The long-distance train operator announced the Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF) would be making £167,095 available
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More shotgun licences revoked in Thames Valley, new figures show
More shotgun licences were revoked in Thames Valley last year, new figures. It comes as more certificates for firearm and shotgun users across England and Wales were removed last year than ever before, which campaign group Action on Armed Violence
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Chippies invited to enter national competition after Oxford shop's success
Fish and chip shops are being encouraged to enter a national competition which saw an Oxford shop finish as runner-up last year. Middleton Foods, a manufacturer of food pre-mixes, is once again hosting its Peter Hill Award after Harrison’s Fish
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - RORY PATTERSON, 24, of Earl Stock Avenue, Didcot, pleaded guilty to drink driving in Abingdon on June 3 this year with 66 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath. He was disqualified
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Oxford United transfer excitement despite scars from past
We football fans are a restless bunch, writes OxVox chair Paul Peros. With the Wembley hangover not long faded, we are already drumming expectant fingers on the desk and asking when the next transfer is coming. Mercifully, for a fanbase who
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Man dies in two-vehicle crash while abroad
AN Abingdon man has died after a crash in France, a coroner’s court has heard. Christopher Ross, 58, died after a two-vehicle crash in Beaulieu-sous-Parthenay, France on May 24 this year. An inquest was opened into his death at Oxford Coroner
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Dem-olition: Celebrations as Oxfordshire political map transformed
After taking Oxfordshire by storm, the five successful Liberal Democrat MPs came together with dozens of their supporters for a last-minute celebration. Despite some candidates only managing a couple of hours of sleep, the five successful Lib
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Thame Players set for stage adaptation of classic black comedy
A theatre group from Thame is set for to perform a stage adaptation of a classic black comedy. Thame Players will begin performing their latest production, an interpretation of the 1955 Ealing Studios film The Ladykillers, next week. The show
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Great British Care Cycle Relay riders welcomed at The Grange
The Grange in Goring-on-Thames hosted a garden party for participants in the Great British Care Cycle Relay during Care Home Open Week. The event saw the community engage with residents and staff to support the cyclists and shed light on the essential
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Man found dead in city centre named by coroner
A CORONER has revealed the name of a man who was found dead in the centre of Oxford earlier this year. Andrew Burton-Page, 51, was found unresponsive in Cornmarket Street in the early hours of June 18. Police cordoned off the street from about
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Driver disqualified after failing to answer police questions
A DRIVER has been disqualified for six months after failing to provide information to police when required. Ali Malik, of Stainer Place, Oxford, appeared at Bradford and Keighley Magistrates’ Court on June 27 charged with one count of failing to