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Universal Credit and PIP claimants to receive early DWP payment next month
Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the bank holiday next month. Monday, August 26, is a bank holiday, meaning payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) won’t be made on this day
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10 foods that will help you 'live longer, lose weight and feel better'
The founder of 'Blue Zones' Dan Buettner has shared ten ingredients that could help you "live longer, lose weight and feel better". The National Geographic fellow and author, 64, recently took to his Instagram platform to explain the benefits
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Amanda Abbington makes 'shocking' BBC Strictly claims in emotional interview
Amanda Abbington has spoken of “brutal, relentless and unforgiving” threats from fans of the Strictly Come Dancing programme in an emotional interview. Abbington strongly questioned the teaching methods of her Strictly partner, Giovanni Pernice
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GALLERY: Oxfordshire museum hosts archaeology event
An archaeology event was held at the Wallingford Museum at the weekend. The Family Archaeology Day, held on Saturday, July 20 from 11am until 4pm, was an opportunity for the community to meet experts from The Wallingford Historical and Archaeological
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Olivia Attwood's new reality TV show set to give 'bad boyfriends' a shock
Love Island star Olivia Attwood is set to whip “badly behaved boyfriends” into shape in a new reality TV show coming to ITV2 later this year. The series will see eight unsuspecting men flown to a Greek island under the premise of filming a series
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Do speeding tickets affect the cost of my car insurance? Motor experts explain
Speeding offences are some of the most common driving convictions in the UK. If you’ve been convicted of speeding, you’re no doubt worried about how it might affect your car insurance premiums in the future. According to research, speeding
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Midfield ace aiming for the Premier League after signing new U’s contract
CAMERON Brannagan is targeting the Premier League after penning a new long-term contract at Oxford United. The 28-year-old midfielder’s previous deal was due to expire next summer, but his future has now been secured ahead of the Sky Bet Championship
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Sadness as pub cat goes missing in suspected theft
Villagers in Wolvercote say they are saddened by the disappearance of a popular pub cat. For many years black and white moggie Jack was a popular friend to drinkers at Jacobs Inn, which has now been renamed The Wolvercote. But according to
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U’s make huge statement with new deals for key duo
OXFORD United have made a huge statement by tying down both Cameron Brannagan and Tyler Goodrham to new long-term contracts. The players are two of United’s most prized assets, both in terms of their importance to the team, but also their financial
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Four men assault and rob victim outside a charity shop
FOUR men assaulted and robbed a man near a charity shop in Didcot, police confirm. At about 12.30am on Wednesday (July 24), four men assaulted and robbed a man near the British Heart Foundation shop on Broadway. They stole £250 in cash and
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Cameron Brannagan signs new long-term contract with U’s
CAMERON Brannagan has signed a new long-term contract with Oxford United. The 28-year-old midfielder, whose previous deal was set to expire next summer, has seen Blackburn Rovers and West Bromwich Albion tenuously linked with him during the current
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Crash on A34 causes rush hour delays
5:32pm Thank you for following this live blog. You can find all the latest breaking news and traffic updates from across
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Endeavour cast has emotional reunion with Shaun Evans
The cast of ITV’s Endeavour has had an emotional reunion with Shaun Evans this week. Starting in 2012, the crime drama acted as a prequel to ITV hit series Inspector Morse and Lewis. Endeavour soon became a favourite in its own right, starring
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Man broke into ex-girlfriend's home despite court order
AFTER breaching a court order by breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house, a man has avoided a jail sentence. Daniel Grant, of Piers Row, Deddington, was sentenced at Oxford Crown Court on Wednesday (July 24) for one count of breaching a non-molestation
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Jury retires to consider evidence in historic child sex abuse case
A JURY has retired in an historic child sex offence trial where a pensioner is accused of assaulting young girls in the 1980s. David Tilley, 77, is on trial charged with 11 counts of indecent assault on a girl under the age of 14 and two counts
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New chair of Oxford Business College set to take lessons worldwide
Oxford Business College's new chair of the board of governors will focus on growing adult learning and taking courses to students worldwide. Nick Petford, who led the University of Northampton for 12 years as vice chancellor, wants to use technology
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Good Food Guide 2024 names Oxford restaurant in top 100
An Oxford restaurant has been named in the top 100 eateries in the UK by the Good Food Guide 2024. Restaurant review bible The Good Food Guide has announced its annual 100 Best Local Restaurant list on Wednesday. The list aims to celebrate
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Country pub could reopen for first time since landlord's death
A country pub which closed after its landlord died following an accident could reopen soon. Thomas Pritchard was the popular landlord and head chef of The Fox Inn in Boars Hill who gained a reputation for giving drinkers and foodies a warm welcome
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Man, 51, admits to sexually assaulting woman
A SENTENCING date has been set for a man who has admitted to sexually assaulting a woman in Banbury. Hargutake Basra, of Weston Street, Walsall, appeared at Oxford Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (July 23) charged with one count of sexual assault
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What are thunderbugs? How to get rid of the tiny black insects in your house
Although summer is great for enjoying picnics in the park and balmy evenings in pub gardens, it does mean the arrival of dreaded bugs everywhere. The warmer months of the year are a heaven for the likes of wasps, flying ants and ticks. However
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Tyler Goodrham commits long-term future to Oxford United
TYLER Goodrham has committed his long-term future to Oxford United. The 20-year-old attacker is one of the club’s most prized assets, after a remarkable rise over the last two seasons. Goodrham progressed through the United academy and made
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Former prime minister Imran Khan applying for Oxford University from prison cell
Former Pakistani prime minister, Imran Khan, will reportedly run for chancellor of Oxford University from his prison cell in Pakistan. The controversial politician and cricket star will attempt to enter despite serving a10-year jail sentence.
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Man pleads guilty after hitting police officer outside Headington Shark
An Oxford man has admitted he hit a police officer outside the Headington Shark. The incident took place on Saturday, July 20, as Juan Carlos Clarke of Luther Street allegedly assaulted a police officer on New High Street in Headington. This
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Oxfordshire MP asks first question to new Prime Minister on water company
An Oxfordshire MP got to be the first to ask a question to the new Prime Minister during his first ever round of PMQs. Liberal Democrat Calum Miller, who was voted in to represent the Bicester & Woodstock constituency, stood up to question Sir
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Nuts recalled from sale in the UK due to hydrogen cyanide contamination fears
Nuts have been recalled from sale in the UK over fears they may contain “foreign bodies” which could release “hydrogen cyanide when consumed.” Leo’s Import Export & Trading Ltd is recalling its Buram Nuts in Syrup because of the safety fears, which
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‘I will never fly with TUI again’: Passengers stranded over UK
HOLIDAYMAKERS have been left furious after they were stranded across UK airports when TUI redirected flights from Bournemouth. Delays to the airline and restricted opening hours of Bournemouth Airport meant multiple flights have been redirected
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I'm a Dentist: This is the best time of day to eat sugar to avoid cavities
The best time of day to indulge in a little sugar and avoid cavities and tooth decay has been revealed by a Dental expert. From time to time, we all deserve a little treat and snacking on a little sugar now and again is nothing to worry about.
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McDonald’s reopens in town after major refurbishments
A town's McDonald’s has reopened following a six-week closure due to major refurbishments. The Ducklington Lane branch in Witney has had a complete restaurant redesign, which "promises to deliver a better customer experience for all". McDonald
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Company sells £1.5 billion stake in owner of shopping centre
Shopping centre giant Hammerson has sold off its stake in the owner of Bicester Village in a deal worth £1.5 billion. The business announced the sale of its Value Retail business to multinational private equity firm L Catterton, backed by French
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Latest on pedestrian crossing outside town supermarket
Planning issues which delayed a toucan crossing from being switched on for more than a year have now been resolved. Budget supermarket Aldi opened its new store in Wootton Road in Abingdon in December 2022. A toucan crossing was promised to
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New measures to slow traffic approved for villages
New measures to slow traffic have been approved for Oxfordshire villages despite concerns about what this means for a "tight and narrow" road. Judy Roberts, county council cabinet member for infrastructure and development, approved the changes
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Young man charged with rape appears in court
A FIRST hearing has taken place for a man accused of raping a woman in Oxford. Levi Bancroft, of HMP Wandsworth near London, appeared at Oxford Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (July 23) for his first hearing. The 22-year-old has been charged
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Large police presence at Oxfordshire home for several hours
A LARGE police presence was spotted at two properties in Witney on Tuesday (July 23). An eyewitness spotted several police vehicles outside the homes in Holloway Road between at least 10am and 3pm. Holloway Road, Witney (Image: Google)
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Watch as footage shows air ambulance take off during critical incident
Dramatic footage showing an air ambulance taking off in Oxford has been released. The helicopter landed on the Barton United Football Club field behind Fettiplace Road just after 10am and took off at around 10.45am on Tuesday, July 23. An onlooker
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Bicester MP calls on Prime Minister in parliament to open talks with EU
The new Liberal Democrat MP for Bicester and Woodstock, Calum Miller, called on the Prime Minister to open talks with the EU on a proposed Youth Mobility Scheme in parliament this week. This proposal would provide young UK citizens, like Mr Miller
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Man dead as police find body in Oxford block of flats
A body has been found in a block of flats in a village near Oxford. Police cars raced to a flat block in Baynhams Drive, Wolvercote, at around 12.30pm on Tuesday, July 23. The body of a 47-year-old man was found by officers inside and the police
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Oxford student's heartfelt blog found after water tragedy
A University of Oxford student who died at a local beauty spot has been named. Wesley Akum-Ojong was reading Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Brasenose College in his first year. The 19-year-old died shortly after being pulled from the
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What is Stiff Person Syndrome as Celine Dion rumoured to perform at Olympics
Global superstar singer Celine Dion is rumoured to be attending the Pairs Olympics Opening Ceremony as a surprise act that will mark a historical occasion for the artist. The Canadian singer has not performed live since she was diagnosed with the
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Oxford City beaten at home to Sutton United in pre-season
OXFORD City were beaten 3-0 by Vanarama National League side Sutton United in a pre-season clash at Court Place Farm. The visitors started brightly, as Dillon De Silva flashed a shot just wide inside the first three minutes. The South London
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Coronation Street legend Martin Platt to return as part of Gail’s exit
Martin Platt is to return to Coronation Street, six years after he last appeared on the cobbles. Actor Sean Wilson will reprise the role and will first reappear on screen in October as part of the departure of Helen Worth as his ex-wife Gail Platt
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Police update after two children hit by cars
Police have provided an update after two children were hit by cars in Oxfordshire. The first incident saw a child hit by a car at the Sainsbury’s supermarket car park on Oxford Road in Kidlington at around 4pm on Thursday, June 27. A Mazda
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Italy will offer £25,000 if you move to Tuscany and start over again from fresh
Italy is trying a new strategy to attract new residents to its rural areas, and it could be you. Thousands of small towns are at risk of disappearing within the next 25 years, so a programme has been devised to bring life back to Italy’s rural
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Northern Lights could be visible in the UK from tomorrow
The Northern Lights could be visible in the UK again this week, as a moderate geomagnetic storm heads towards Earth, NASA has said. The Aurora Borealis stunned the nation earlier this summer, with dazzling light displays being visible as far south
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Which smells do ants hate? Add these to your home and garden to keep them away
Have you noticed ants crawling around your garden? The pests can be a nuisance and knowing how to keep them away can be difficult if you don’t know where to start. While we know ants like outdoor spaces, they can also make their way inside our
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New homes plan will cause 'horrendous' traffic say residents
A plan for 3,500 homes and additional facilities near Abingdon will cause "horrendous" traffic say villagers. A proposal for the new homes close to Culham Science Centre was included as part of South Oxfordshire District Council's Local Plan in
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Thornhill park and ride to lose over half its capacity for three months
The parking capacity at Oxford’s Thornhill park and ride will be reduced for three months to allow for work to be carried out at the site. Resurfacing and drainage improvements will begin at the London Road site on Saturday, July 27, and are expected
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Oxford NHS trust uses device which prevents cardiac arrests for first time
A new device which prevents sudden cardiac arrests has been used for the first time at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH). The new type of implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) will be used on cardiac patients at the
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Abingdon event to support unemployed adults in Oxfordshire
An event aimed at supporting unemployed adults in Oxfordshire will take place in Abingdon on Wednesday. Oxford Direct Services (ODS) has partnered with Abingdon and Witney College to host the Employability Skills Session on July 24 from 1pm to
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Decision due on hundreds of homes plan for Oxfordshire town
Plans are set to be given the green light which will help facilitate the progress of 115 new homes being built near an Oxfordshire town. Vale of White District councillors will discuss a reserved matters application on Thursday evening to build
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'Uproar' from parents as council increases school transport cost
Parents are in "uproar" as the county council has agreed to increase school transport charges by a further 20 per cent. Oxfordshire County Council cabinet member for finance Dan Levy agreed to the change in a cabinet meeting on Tuesday (July 16
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Oxford's most exclusive neighbourhoods revealed in new data
The most expensive streets in Oxford have been revealed through a new study. Sales company Property Solvers tracked average sold price data from HM Land Registry since 2019 to see where the highest-priced homes are located across Oxford postcodes
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Lorry driver who caused death of milkman was 'swerving to avoid deer'
A LORRY driver who caused the death of a Kidlington milkman told police he was ‘swerving’ to avoid a deer in the road, a court has heard. Barry Archer, 43, is on trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with causing the death of Tom Glancy, 64, by dangerous
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Oxford Olympian getting set for her first Games
MIRIAM Pritchard is getting set for her first Olympics with the Team GB hockey side. The 25-year-old goalkeeper from Oxford made her England debut in 2017, and was first added to the senior Great Britain training squad in February 2022. Field
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AI system evaluated by Oxford NHS trust expanded to two more trusts
An artificial intelligence (AI) system being evaluated by Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) NHS Foundation Trust, which could help improve diagnosis of prostate cancer, has been expanded to two other trusts. The software formerly under evaluation
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Oxford charity's collaboration sends life-changing fixators to Africa
A collaboration between an Oxford charity, a group of Formula 1 colleagues and an organisation which provides healthcare solutions around the world has seen life-changing medical equipment sent to Africa. Yellow Submarine, which supports young
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Climate Minister attends Oxford on first ministerial visit
The Minister for Climate has attended an event in Oxford to learn more about community energy and the work being done to drive the transition to net zero. Kerry McCarthy, in her first ministerial visit, was part of a delegation from the Department
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These top 7 foods can 'significantly' improve your memory and concentration
Are you struggling to concentrate at the moment? It might be time to switch up your diet. Brits are being urged to add "brain-boosting" foods to their meal plans as a "simple yet effective way" to help enhance their concentration and cognitive
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Company abandons plans to paint white pub black
A company has abandoned its plans to paint a pub called the White House pub black following complaints from conservationists and residents in Oxford. In May, social enterprise and craft brewery Tap Social Movement pulled out of running The White
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Concerns over 'vulnerable' dog walkers after 'man exposes himself' near park
Concerns have been raised over dog walkers being left “isolated” and “extremely vulnerable” while out by themselves following reports of a man exposing himself. A dog walker was passing through an area of woodland near the playground between Heron
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Couple spend thousands to reopen barbers after car ploughs into shopfront
A south Oxfordshire barber shop which was rocked after a car drove through its storefront has reopened. Millbrook Barbers in Grove, near Wantage, closed earlier this year after a Vauxhall Corsa went into the building on Tuesday, January 23.
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Discovery of Roman road gives Oxfordshire pupils real life history lesson
A Roman road was recently discovered underneath a primary school near Wallingford, giving the pupils a real life history lesson. The Brightwell-cum-Sotwell History Group teamed up with the Wallingford Historic and Archaeological Society for a
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Botley West developers welcome three huge solar farm approvals by government
Developers of a proposed giant solar farm said approval of three similar schemes by the government is "a welcome and positive step". New Energy Secretary Ed Miliband approved three huge solar farms – Gate Burton in Lincolnshire, Mallard Pass on
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Fresh appeal made for people to join sleepout to tackle homelessness
A fresh appeal has been made for people to spend a night sleeping rough as part of an initiative to combat homelessness. CEO Sleepout is returning to Oxford at a new location, University Parks, on October 10. It will take place from 7.30pm
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Leisure trails starting at train stations to boost businesses
Two new leisure trails have been launched to promote sustainable exploration and support the economy. Oxfordshire Community Rail Partnership (OxCRP), with backing from Chiltern Railways’ Community Investment Fund, has introduced the trails, which
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New anti-social behaviour mediation service launched across Thames Valley
An anti-social behaviour mediation service has today (July 24) been launched by the police and crime commissioner (PCC) for Thames Valley. The Thames Valley Anti-Social Behaviour Mediation Service is being provided by Alternatives to Conflict,
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Care home residents learn how to avoid being scammed
A care home in Witney has held a workshop to teach its residents how to avoid being scammed. The session was held by Age UK Oxfordshire at Middletown Grange Care Home and was also attended by members of the community. The experts demonstrated
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Sam Long set for centre back role as U’s linked with right back
SAM Long is set to move infield to centre back for Oxford United, at least for the foreseeable. The 29-year-old played in the middle of the U’s defence for the pre-season wins against Oxford City and Solihull Moors, partnering Jordan Thorniley
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The Leys Festival set to return this weekend
This year's Leys Festival will feature a football coaching session, a music and dance stage and a 'speakers corner' as well as much more. The free community event will return on July 28 at Blackbird Leys Park from 12pm to 7pm. More than 60
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Gatlin O’Donkor relishing wide role as U’s continue to search for width
GATLIN O’Donkor is determined to show what he can do out wide, as Oxford United continue to search for width in the transfer market. The U’s can currently only call upon Owen Dale and summer signing Przemyslaw Placheta as senior options on the
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Motorsport festival to feature Oxford Motor Club
An Oxford StreetCar club is set to run an event at a Bicester festival celebrating the grassroots motor sport. Oxford Motor Club will be running the AutoSOLO taster event at Motorsport UK's inaugural StreetCar Festival, which will take place on
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Nature charity in 'urgent' need of donations to save species from extinction
A nature charity has made an "urgent" appeal for donations as it looks to fund projects aimed at saving various species from extinction. Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) says the projects will help to secure the
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Teen charged with attempting to murder while in prison
A TEENAGER has been charged with attempted murder of a fellow prisoner. Jayden Gubetini, 18, appeared at Oxford Magistrates Court on Tuesday (July 23) charged with one count of attempted murder. It is alleged that the teenager attempted to
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Competition to design a British and Irish Lions shirt launched
A competition to design a shirt for The British and Irish Lions ahead of their tour of Australia has been launched. Howden Insurance, which has a branch in Bicester, is inviting individuals to create their own Canterbury Lions jersey design.
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Biotech firm enrols patients for Phase I trial for HCMV vaccine
A biotechnology company has completed the enrolment of patients for a Phase I trial looking into the safety of a vaccine it has developed. Oxford-based SpyBiotech, which has a vaccine platform technology that can target infectious diseases, cancer
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'Another nail in the coffin': Shoppers react to Clintons closing in Oxfordshire town
Local shoppers have reacted to reports of Clintons in Banbury shutting down. Numerous people on Facebook said the card shop is closing, and it is understood the shop is holding a closing down sale, with 20 per cent off everything. Last August
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This is what Universal Credit claimants must tell the DWP to avoid a fine
Universal Credit claimants are being warned of the changes to circumstances they must make the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) aware of. If the Government believes you deliberately did not tell them of a change in circumstances in order
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Latest crash sparks calls for urgent fix at junction on busy A-road
Another crash has sparked calls for urgent action to improve safety at a notorious crash black spot on the A40. The latest in a long line of crashes happened on Friday (July 19) at the Barnard Gate turn-off of the A40 on the busy route between
