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I tested low-end, mid-range and high-end sunscreen – This is what you should buy
It’s finally summer, the weather's warm the sun's out and there’s no cloud in sight. I wish. The Great British summer has never been known to be smooth sailing, from heatwaves that leave you wishing it was winter again to summers so cold and
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Oxford’s Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood hospitalised in intensive care
Oxford-born Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood is currently in intensive care. The 52-year-old has been in hospital for the past few days but is now "out of danger" according to a statement released from his side project, The Smile. "A few
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Over 200,000 volunteer hours clocked in by Oxfordshire residents
Community Actions Group Oxfordshire has clocked in 200,000 volunteer hours from members of the community in the past year. Groups in the Community Action Groups network hosted over 8,000 events and activities promoting sustainability and bringing
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'Unprecedented' rise of Oxford homelessness to cost taxpayers millions
An "unprecedented rise in homelessness" in Oxford is set to cost taxpayers an additional three million pounds a year, according to one politician. Oxford city Labour councillors discussed the issue at a cabinet meeting on Wednesday (July 10) this
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BAFTA-winning children’s TV presenter returns to hometown for live shows
BAFTA-winning children’s TV presenter Maddie Moate returned to her hometown Witney to perform live shows at a family fun day. Excited children met Maddie Moate as well as England cerebral palsy footballer Harry Baker Harry Baker for local charity
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Three dogs cheer on Three Lions in England kit for Euros final
An Oxford couple and their three dogs have got their England shirts on and ready for the 2024 UEFA Euro final this weekend. England have reached the final of the tournament in Germany following a scintillating semi-final victory against the Netherlands
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Endeavour star Shaun Evans to make special guest appearance on BBC
Shaun Evans of ITV crime drama Endeavour is set to make a special guest appearance on the BBC this weekend. The 44-year-old starred as Inspector Endeavour Morse in the popular TV series for 11 years from 2012 until the show’s last episode in 2023
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Islip veteran selected as vice-captain for Team UK at 2025 Invictus Games
An Oxfordshire woman has been selected as Team UK vice-captain by the Royal British Legion for the Invictus Games in Canada in 2025 – the first games to include winter sports. Gemma Barnes, from Islip, who has been selected for Team UK as a Vice-Captain
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Man arrested after drugs wipe as police find unusual machinery at services
A man has been arrested at the Oxford services after a drugs wipe as police found unusual machinery nearby. Thames Valley Police officers were on patrol at the M40 service station near Wheatley when they spotted the eye-catching machinery being
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Oxfordshire man jailed after pleading to online child sex offences
An Oxfordshire man has been jailed after he pleaded guilty to multiple online child sexual offences. Jamie Standen, aged 34, of Roundhead Drive, Thame, was sentenced to six years in prison at Oxford Crown Court yesterday, (Thursday, July 11).
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New Pizza Express to open TOMORROW as its set to give away 200 free pizzas
A popular pizzeria chain is set to open its doors for the first time tomorrow in Oxford. Located on Summertown’s Banbury Road, British Italian food chain Pizza Express will welcome its first customers on Saturday, July 13. And to celebrate,
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Nearly 75 per cent of A&E arrivals at Oxford University Hospitals seen within 4 hours
Nearly three-quarters of people who arrived at A&E at Oxford University Hospitals Trust last month were seen within four hours, new figures show. The NHS standard is for 95 per cent of patients to be seen within four hours. However, as part
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Major Oxfordshire train line to CLOSE all day this weekend
A major train line in Oxfordshire will be closed for a whole day this weekend. The line between Bicester North and Leamington Spa is set to shut on Sunday, July 14, so that order engineering works can be completed. Bridge work will also take
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Lebanese restaurant criticised over its cleanliness during inspection
A Lebanese restaurant in Oxfordshire has been criticised by hygiene inspectors. Mezzeh House Lebanese Restaurant on The Square in Abingdon has been visited by Vale of White Horse District Council’s Environmental Health team. Inspectors were
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Man NAMED and charged in connection with attempted murder following Oxford stabbing
A man has been named and charged in connection with an attempted murder following a stabbing in Oxford. Bilal Khan of Abingdon Road was arrested on Thursday, July 11, and charged last night with conspiracy to commit murder. This charge relates
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Police hunt man who used stolen credit card to buy items from Argos
Police are hunting a man after he used a stolen bank card to buy items and withdraw cash at an Oxfordshire Argos. The incident occurred at around 10.50am on Thursday, April 18 at Argos in Banbury as a man used a stolen bank card to purchase items
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Burglars smash through conservatory and steal jewellery in broad daylight
Two burglars smashed through a conservatory in Oxfordshire and stole jewellery from the property. The incident occurred between 3.55pm and 4.30pm on Tuesday, July 9, at a house on Fairthorne Way in Shrivenham. Two offenders have gained access
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Some schools in England set to open late on Monday after Euro 2024 final
Some schools in England are set to open late on Monday (July 15) due to the England vs Spain Euro 2024 final on Sunday (July 14). Gareth Southgate's side will be hoping to win their first-ever European Championship, with the final kicking off at
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Rush hour traffic delays on major road after incident
10:32am Congestion ceases The traffic in the area is returning to a normal flow. Thanks for following our live
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U’s start pre-season with loss against Portuguese second division side
OXFORD United began their pre-season schedule with a 1-0 defeat against Portuguese second division side Academico de Viseu yesterday afternoon. Viseu took the lead inside 10 minutes when Andre Clovis got on the end of a low ball across the box
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Warning as Oxford bus stops change for days starting TODAY
A warning has been issued ahead of bus stops in Oxford changing today and lasting into next week. Oxford Bus Company has informed city residents that a key change will be made to bus services on Friday as well as next week. Electrical works
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Council to hold meeting for residents on flooding
An Oxfordshire council is set to hold a meeting on flooding to warn residents. Vale of White Horse District Council will host the drop-in session from 11am to 3pm on Monday, July 22 at Abingdon Town Council Offices. It is aimed at educating
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Care home residents paid visit by adorable Oxfordshire penguins
Care home residents were in a real flap when they were visited by two adorable penguins from Oxfordshire. The Humboldt penguins named Pringle and Widget entertained residents Bernadette House care home in Lincoln as part of its animal therapy programme
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Driver halted by police after being caught out by one crucial detail
A driver was halted by police in Oxfordshire after forgetting a crucial detail. The incident happened on Thursday afternoon while Thames Valley Police’s Bicester Neighbourhood Team were on patrol in Oxfordshire. Officers came across a driver
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Who exactly are Oxfordshire's new MPs?
An historic General Election resulted in all Conservative MPs in Oxfordshire being wiped off the map - the first time the county has not had one since 1777. The Liberal Democrats took five Oxfordshire seats in what has been dubbed a "demolition
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Paddleboarding entrepreneur shortlisted for Best Businesswomen Awards 2024
The founder and owner of a paddleboard school near Witney has been named as a finalist in the Best Businesswomen Awards 2024. Moi Blackledge, founder and head coach at stand-up paddleboarding school, Moi’s SUP School, is a finalist in both the
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Witney singer claims she can talk to the dead after near-death experience
A singer-songwriter who fell seriously ill after catching Covid-19 says her near-death experience has enabled her to talk to the dead. Brocarde, who lives in Witney, first grabbed headlines when she married and then divorced the ghost of a Victorian
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University of Oxford testing vaccine for deadly virus
Scientists at the University of Oxford are testing a vaccine which could protect people against a deadly virus. They have launched a new clinical trial to test the vaccine for Marburg virus - an extremely severe disease in the same family as Ebola
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Louie Sibley on why he hopes positional tweak will get best out of him
LOUIE Sibley hopes playing in his preferred midfield role will bring out the best in him at Oxford United. The 22-year-old joined the U’s last week, arriving from Derby County on a free transfer after turning down a new deal with the Rams.
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Rubbish strewn across A34 'like Christmas decorations'
Rubbish strewn across the A34 near Oxford has been likened to "Christmas decorations" as politicians and householders complain about the mess. Vale of White Horse district councillor Debby Hallett submitted a question to be heard at a full council
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Axe throwing and crazy golf to entertain crowds at fun day
Axe throwing, rock climbing, and crazy golf are some of the activities lined-up for a fun day this weekend. Banbury Town Council will host the mayor's fun day at People's Park on Sunday, July 14. The town's residents can enjoy a leisurely ride
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Thame care home invites community to join sports day
A Thame care home is set to hold a sports day in celebration of this summer's Olympic Games. On July 20, Cuttlebrook Hall will host the event as part of a nationwide initiative involving more than 130 care homes. From 11am to 4.30pm, Thame
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City centre bar The Alchemist introduces LEVITATING cocktails to new menu
An Oxford city centre bar is now serving levitating cocktails as part of a new menu. The Alchemist can be found on the upper level of the city’s Westgate shopping centre after opening in October 2017. I was lucky enough to go along to the bar
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Bicester to host grassroots motorsport festival
Bicester is set to host a grassroots motorsport festival this September. Motorsport UK's StreetCar Festival will take place on September 8 at its Bicester HQ. The event will provide novices and seasoned competitors an opportunity to experience
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Historic luxury hotel picks up national award for 'boutique stay'
An historic Oxfordshire hotel run by PR supremo Matthew Freud has picked up a national award. The Bull Burford has won the ‘boutique stay’ category in Muddy Stilettos hosts annual awards. Boasting 18 rooms, the Grade-II listed 15th-century