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ITV viewers call new police comedy Piglets 'dreadful' over controversial title
ITV viewers have branded the new comedy show Piglets as “dreadful” following its premiere tonight (Saturday, July 20). The show follows the story of six new police recruits working at Norbourne Police Training College, trained by no-nonsense Superintendent
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REVIEW: McFly perform special gig to celebrate 21st birthday at Warwick Castle
On one of the hottest days of the year so far, McFly performed a special gig at Warwick Castle to thousands of people to celebrate their 21st birthday ahead of their fast-selling 02 tour in October. My partner and I had the pleasure of being part
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Affordable eco-homes welcome first residents in Hook Norton
Today marks the commencement of residents moving into sustainable homes in Hook Norton. These eco-friendly dwellings, allocated following criteria set by the Cherwell District Council and Hook Norton Community Land Trust, usher in a fresh era of
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Boots to close down 300 stores this summer- Every store closed in 2024 so far
The high street brand of Boots has shared plans to close down hundreds of stores in the coming months. It comes as the store's parent company Walgreens Boots Alliance previously said in June 2023 that Boots would be closing down 300 pharmacy outlets
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Oxfordshire train line to CLOSE all day tomorrow
A Bicester railway will be closed all day on Sunday, July 21 due to planned engineering works. Chiltern Railways said the closures are due to track works at Hatton, bridge works between Bicester North and Kings Sutton, and tunnel works between
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U’s boss gives update on trialist Ovie Ejaria
OXFORD United will decide over the coming days whether to keep Ovie Ejaria on trial with the club going into next week. The 26-year-old has been training with the U’s this week, and played the first hour of the pre-season win at Oxford City, but
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Wildlife park pays tribute to Veteran who dies at 98
Tributes have been released to a World War II Veteran who has died at the age of 98. Cotswold Wildlife Park has paid its respects to George Winter. The Burford-based attraction has recalled Mr Winter meeting his namesake at the wildlife park
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Footy fans sink many pints as pubs notice major increase in sales
Pubs in Oxford served up to 55 per cent more pints than usual during England’s seven games in the Euro 2024 matches, according to new figures. The research was compiled by hospitality technology company, Access Hospitality, based on data from
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Conquer the Chilterns triathlon gears up for August return
The Conquer the Chilterns triathlon is set to return this August. Swim Bike RunThrough, a running events company, is hosting the event on Saturday, August 10 in Henley. With options ranging from sprint to middle-distance triathlons and Aquabikes
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Prisoner refuses to attend his trial for 'possession of phone in his cell'
A PRISONER has refused to show up to his trial after being accused of possessing a phone whilst incarcerated. Lennox Barnes, 21, was due to stand trial at Oxford Crown Court on Friday (July 19) charged with one count of possessing a mobile phone
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Young Oxford footballers heading to national finals
Young footballers in Blackbird Leys will represent Oxford in a national football tournament. The female squad was formed under Oxford United's Premier League Kicks programme, a free initiative designed to inspire youngsters. In 2020, Oxford
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New ITV comedy Piglets follows trainee police: Full cast list and how to watch
A new ITV comedy is arriving on screens this week, as Piglets a show facing backlash for its controversial title arrives on the broadcaster. Piglets follows the stories of six new police recruits working at Norbourne Police Training College.
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Oxford United win 3-0 in successive days in pre-season
OXFORD United won 3-0 in successive days in pre-season with victory at Solihull Moors. Mark Harris and Tyler Goodrham handed United a two-goal advantage at half-time, before James Golding bundled in a late third from a corner. After the 3-0
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Pubs with 'unusual' names in Oxford
Lots of pubs in Oxford over the years have been given quite unusual names - but it has not put drinkers off. Earlier this week Dave Richardson, a spokesman for the city branch of CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale), urged Dodo pub company to have a re-think
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Staff who kept busy Oxford rail station running on time in 1950s
These were some of the staff who kept operations at Oxford railway station running smoothly. We know that the man fourth from the left is Jim Miller, who was station master when the picture was taken in about 1951. The man on the far right is Sidney
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Community champion delivers anti-LTN petition to new Prime Minister
An Oxford community champion has delivered a petition with more than 4,000 signatures to the new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer calling for a halt to LTNs and other controversial traffic schemes. East Oxford householder Amir Steve Ali undertook
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Oxford hotel restaurant unveils a Moroccan-inspired makeover
An Oxford hotel's dining space has a new look that nods to a famous Moroccan garden. The walled terrace at Parsonage Grill, part of the prestigious Old Parsonage Hotel, has been transformed after a six-week refurbishment and £80,000 investment.
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Oxford school rated 'Outstanding' after latest Ofsted inspection
An Oxford school has been rated 'Outstanding' in all categories following an Ofsted inspection at the end of June. Pupils and staff at Northern House Academy are celebrating after the school was judged ‘Outstanding’ in its latest Ofsted inspection
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Camera club members try out long exposure shots
Oxford Mail Camera Club members have been taking long exposure shots of local landmarks. That was the latest weekly theme and it prompted some unusual photos of well-known locations including the Bridge of Sighs in Oxford and Mollie's Diner on
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'Serious' assault in Oxfordshire town leaves man with fractured eye socket
A 23-year-old man has been left with a broken eye socket after being assaulted outside a pub in Banbury. The assault occurred outside the Horse and Jockey pub in West Bar Street between 1.30am and 2am on Monday, July 15, Thames Valley Police said
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UPDATES: Solihull Moors v Oxford United – live
2:58pm Full-time report as Oxford United win 3-0 in successive days in pre-season with victory at Solihull Moors
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Fire breaks out near primary school in Oxford
A fire broke out near a primary school in Headington, according to eyewitnesses. The incident happened on Friday, July 19 when multiple onlookers said a tree was on fire in the back garden of a house on London Road near St Andrew's Church of England
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Man in 20s 'threatened with a knife' by group of males in Oxfordshire town
A man in his 20s was allegedly threatened with a knife by a number of males on Banbury High Street. The alleged incident happened at approximately 10.30pm on Friday, July 19. Thames Valley Police has made an arrest in connection with the incident
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Man denies strangling young child and assaulting another
A TRIAL date has been set for a man accused of strangling a young child and assaulting another. Charlie Banks, of Westwater Way, Didcot, appeared at Oxford Crown Court on Friday (July 19) charged with intentional strangulation and common assault
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Samsung eyes Oxford tech firm for innovative AI venture
Oxford Science Enterprises (OSE), an investment company in partnership with the University of Oxford, announced that Samsung Electronics had agreed to buy a Deep Tech company in OSE's portfolio. Oxford Semantic Technologies, the creators of the
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Road bridge closed for second time 'cutting off residents from rest of city'
Wolvercote residents are furious that the Godstow Bridge has closed for the second time for more 'emergency gas repairs'. Godstow Road was closed on Sunday, July 14 with an anticipated reopening date of July 23 by gas company SGN. The company
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Oxford garden centre launches summer trail for children
An Oxford garden centre is launching its summer trail this weekend. Notcutts Oxford said this will be a free game for children to take part in over the summer. Beginning on July 20, children can take part in a "I Spy" game around the garden
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Oxford United looking at more special bus services ahead of new season
Oxford United have announced the possibility of running further special bus services with the new Championship season approaching. In conjunction with the Oxford Bus Company, two buses will operate on both the OX2 and OX3 routes for all league
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Check before you travel warns Network Rail in Oxford
Train passengers have been urged to double-check routes ahead of major railway upgrades around Oxford at the end of the month. Essential engineering work is taking place north and south of the city, with Network Rail replacing a significant section
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Calls for LTN to be opened ahead of major roundabout works
An Oxford politician is pleading with the county council to open up an LTN (low traffic neighbourhood) in a city suburb as she fears "huge disruption" during a period of planned road works nearby. Independent Oxford Alliance (IOA) councillor Anne
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Dreading cleaning your BBQ? Try this quick hack using 12p household item
Much of the UK is set to have a “mini” heatwave on the way over the next few days. When the sun is shining, few things can beat al fresco dining, but cleaning the BBQ after greasy sausages and burgers have been sizzling away for hours can fill
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Thame Town Awards honours six community contributors
Four Thame residents and two businesses have been honoured for their contribution to the community. The accolades were presented at the annual Thame Town Awards on Thursday, July 18. These awards began in 2009 to recognise those who contribute
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - LEWIS CAVE, 30, of Hennings Park Road, Poole, Wokingham, was found guilty of three counts of assault by beating in Tilehurst, Reading of two victims on August 18 last year as well as one
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Join Butterfly Conservation's count to top last year's record
Wildlife conservation charity Butterfly Conservation is urging Oxfordshire residents to count butterflies this summer to beat last year's total. A tally of 36,965 butterflies and day-flying moths were spotted across the region during last year's
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New court and crime podcast OUT NOW: Murder verdict and cycling trial
A BRAND new episode of the Oxford Mail's newest crime podcast is out now. The Oxfordshire Court and Crime Podcast takes listeners behind the scenes of all the latest trials, sentences, and more taking place across Oxfordshire’s courts. Episode
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Swift actions and adaptability key to recruitment, report says
Speed and compromise are Oxfordshire employers' golden keys to securing top talent, says a new report. Oxfordshire Recruitment Market Overview's bi-annual study states that employer adaptability must accelerate, particularly as job vacancies are
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Man, 26, accused of setting fire to supported living home
A DEFENDANT has refused to attend court after being charged with arson after allegedly setting a shared home on fire. Brandon Gillas has been charged with one count of arson with recklessness as to where life was endangered after allegedly setting
