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Scrap breaks out as Oxford United lose Mansfield friendly late on
TEMPERS flared late on as Oxford slipped to their third defeat in five pre-season friendlies. With a few minutes left, United midfielder Will Vaulks clashed with Mansfield sub Hiram Boateng, sparking a 16-man scrum as ref Matthew Donohue tried
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Second man ‘seriously injured’ as Ministry of Defence confirms A34 crash
A second man has been seriously injured in a major crash on the A34 which saw military vehicles “flip over”. The incident occurred at around noon on Saturday afternoon on the A34 by Newbury close to the Oxfordshire border. Emergency services
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Oxfordshire woman to walk two marathons in one weekend for charity
In September a Bicester woman will walk the equivalent of two marathons from Bicester to Oxford city centre over two days for charity. On September 28 and 29 Chrissy Sunley and a group of friends will complete the walk to raise awareness and money
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More farmers wanted to take part in paid trials
A farming organisation founded by an Oxfordshire man is looking to increase the number of farmers taking part in projects bringing scientific innovation onto farms. The British On-Farm Innovation Network (BOFIN), founded by Tom Allen-Stevens, who
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Dance show a 'huge success' despite power cut cancellation
A dance show in Abingdon has been deemed a "huge success" despite being plunged into darkness when a power cut struck earlier this month. The showcase was in celebration of Kidlington-based Mini Professionals Dance Academy's 10th anniversary.
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Oxfordshire schools finish year with sports day and awards ceremony
Schools in Abingdon and Wantage enjoyed busy ends to the school year with awards ceremonies, sports days and celebrations. Pupils and students from the Vale Academy Trust’s nine schools in the towns took part in various events at the end of the
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Witney Town Council pledges almost £100k to community groups
Witney Town Council pledged almost £100,000 in grants to community groups and organisations to spend on projects which benefited the town's residents last year. The council pledged £98,000 during the 2023-24 council year, using its community grants
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Jeremy Clarkson excludes Richard Hammond while giving out free beer
Jeremy Clarkson has snubbed James May and Richard Hammond while giving out free beer. The former Top Gear host has offered members of the public the chance to get their hands on free bottles of his Hawkstone Lager this week. Mr Clarkson launched
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Man hospitalised with serious injury in major military vehicle A34 crash
A man has been hospitalised with a serious injury following a major crash on the A34. The incident occurred at around noon on Saturday afternoon on the A34 by Newbury on the Oxfordshire border. Emergency services including an air ambulance
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Cars drive on WRONG SIDE of A34 after serious crash causes two-hour delays
Cars have been spotted driving on the wrong side of the road after a serious crash closed the A34. The incident occurred at around noon on Saturday afternoon on the A34 by Newbury near the Oxfordshire border. Emergency services including an
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REVIEW: I tried Reformer Pilates for the first time in Bicester
I tried Reformer Pilates as a complete beginner at a Pilates studio in Bicester last week. In recent years Pilates has grown in popularity, and I have always been intrigued by it. When I find an exercise I enjoy, I tend to stick to it, and
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Oxfordshire care homes to run day care taster weeks for over 65s
Two Oxfordshire care homes are set to run taster weeks for over 65s at the start of August. Langford View and Townsend House care homes, in Bicester and Oxford respectively, are offering a free day of activities and refreshments from August 5 to
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Happy memories of Olympic torch relay in Oxfordshire
Attention has turned to the Olympics in Paris and this has prompted memories of the London Olympics in 2012. In July that year, the Olympic torch relay came to Oxfordshire and communities in towns and villages across the county came out to cheer
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Oxford cricket fans invited to test themselves in The Hundred Challenge
Cricket fans in Oxford have the chance to test the skills to mark the start of the new season of The Hundred. Sixes Social Cricket, which has a branch in Oxford, has re-introduced The Hundred Challenge, a digital cricket experience that offers
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Album of photos at Blenheim Palace shows Great War hospital patients
This year, on August 4, it was the 110th anniversary of Britain declaring war on Germany and the start of the First World War. To mark the anniversary, Blenheim Palace has revealed it has a special album of letters, photographs and entries from
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Oxfordshire students take trip of lifetime to volunteer in Kenya
Students from a school in Bicester recently took the trip of a lifetime to Kenya to volunteer and learn more about the culture. During the trip year 13 students from The Cooper School spent time volunteering at a school, which involved teaching
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Families enjoy a visit to week-long Nichols' fair in Littlemore
Summer had arrived, the sun was shining, school holidays had begun and it was time to have fun at the fair. The young and not-so-young are seen enjoying themselves at the week-long Nichols’ fair at Littlemore, Oxford, in 1961. It attracted
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More Thames Valley Police officers suspended than ever before
More Thames Valley Police officers are being suspended than ever before, new data reveals. England and Wales saw a 44 per cent increase in the number of officers missing work due to suspensions compared to the same time last year. Home Office
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Old Harry Potter book found in Oxfordshire school sells for £29,000
An old Harry Potter book which was bought for £1 by a village primary school 27 years ago has sold for £29,000. The ultra-rare edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was discovered during a clear-out at St Kenelm's Primary School in
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Abandoned buildings are the focus for our club snappers
Oxford Mail Camera Club members have been focusing on abandoned buildings. That was our latest weekly theme and it prompted a wide variety of striking shots of abandoned buildings and structures from across Oxfordshire and beyond. There were
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A34 remains CLOSED after military vehicles 'flip over' in serious crash
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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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Cat owners urged to look for symptoms of 'serious' disease affecting their pets
A vet has urged cat owners to look for the symptoms of a 'serious' disease that could be affecting their pets. In a world of constant adverts and advice to ease our own digestive issues, you'll be forgiven for thinking that gut problems are something
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Book of condolence: Tributes to man killed on train tracks at station
The Oxford Mail has opened a book of condolence for a man who died on train tracks at a railway station on the Oxfordshire border. Emergency services were called to Haddenham and Thame Parkway Railway Station at around 11.10am on Thursday morning
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I compared Heinz tomato sauce with supermarket versions (this is the one to avoid)
As a food lover, a table full of savoury treats is always a delight but choosing which condiments to have with it can make or break the meal. While ketchup is a kitchen staple in my house, I realised I’ve not actually tried many versions of the
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I'm a Doctor: These are 7 early signs in your nails of 'serious' health problems
How much can our nails tell us about our health? Quite a lot according to one GP. Dr Bhavini Shah (GMC: 7090158), a LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor, has advised Brits that some visual changes in our nails can signal underlying health conditions.
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What are the worst Olympic sports? I’d scrap these 9 in a heartbeat
The Olympics started on Friday, July 26 and will conclude on Sunday, Aug 11 with the closing ceremony. That's 16 days, or, a little more than two weeks, for scores to be settled and medals to be handed out to the best and brightest Olympic competitors
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I’m a first-time new build buyer – my story isn’t horrifying, it's life changing
Myself and my partner recently bought our first home, a brand spanking new build – some may tut (and even give us the odd eye-roll like I used to do) for buying a “characterless” property, but it’s changed our lives and now I get it. People buying
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Uproar as Belgian Royal Family park on pavements for Princess’ graduation
Locals have complained after the Belgian Royal family parked on pavements at the University of Oxford graduation. The royal cohort was in the city to celebrate the graduation of Crown Princess Elisabeth who had been based in England for three years
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New York rising stars Been Stellar set to shine at Oxfordshire's Truck Festival
Formed in the halls of New York University – a place renowned for its expertise in honing talent – five-piece Been Stellar channel their home city’s energy. And they bring the grandeur of the Big Apple to this weekend's Truck Festival – Oxfordshire
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Weekend warning to passengers over Oxford and London train delays
Passengers travelling on train services between Oxford and London this weekend have been warned about delays. Chiltern Railways has informed customers that those travelling to London Marylebone from Oxford and vice versa will encounter ‘extremely
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'Alien preachers' Fat Dog bring 'ridiculous' rock' to Truck Festival
When the chaotic South London rabble known as Fat Dog formed, they made two rules: they were going to be a healthy band who looked after themselves –and there would be no saxophone. Two simple edicts to live by, and two things long-since broken
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Aldi looking to recruit 90 staff across Oxfordshire
Aldi is looking to hire 90 new members of staff across its stores in Oxfordshire. The UK's fourth largest supermarket is searching for individuals of all experience levels to occupy positions in its stores located throughout the region. Vacancies
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Nanjing TV Young Newsreaders visit Greene's College Oxford
A group of young students from Nanjing, China, recently embarked on an educational journey to Greene’s College Oxford, where they participated in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) course. While Oxford's historic spires and prestigious university
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Disused hostel will make way for 61 affordable homes
The demolition of a former hostel to build 61 affordable council homes is under way. In 2022, Oxford City Council gave detailed planning permission for two four-storey blocks containing 51 council flats on the site of Northfield Hostel off Sandy
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Tickets on general sale for Bicester car event
Tickets for a car event in Bicester set to feature Ferraris and more have gone on general sale. The Scramblers X Coffee & Chrome Collective Assembly at Bicester Heritage, in collaboration with Footman James, will take place on August 21, with gates
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Chance to share your views on anti-social behaviour in town
People who live or work in Banbury are being invited to share their views on measures to tackle anti-social behaviour. Cherwell District Council is proposing a new public spaces protection order, set to give it and Thames Valley Police stronger
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1,500 people sign petition to save pool threatened with closure
Parish councillors continue to push on with action to save a threatened swimming pool which is due to close within weeks. Oxford Brookes University intends to close the 25-metre swimming pool at its Harcourt Hill campus on September 1. The
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Driver avoids disqualification after speeding on motorway
A DRIVER has avoided disqualification after being caught speeding on the motorway. Robert Jeacock, of Woodpiece Road, Upper Arncott, Bicester, was caught on April 8 last year speeding on the M1 southbound. The 55-year-old was caught in Luton
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Match preview as Oxford United take on Mansfield in friendly
Oxford United travel to Mansfield Town for a friendly clash this weekend. The Yellows are preparing for life in the second tier of English football for the first time since 1999 following the club's promotion in May. Victory over Bolton Wanderers
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We asked Oxfordshire's MPs how they balance two roles at once
Newly-elected Oxfordshire MPs have been asked why they are continuing in their roles as councillors. Freddie van Mierlo, Calum Miller and Sean Woodcock represent the Henley & Thame, Bicester & Woodstock and Banbury areas respectively. This
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Change of Group Captain at RAF Brize Norton
There has been a change of Captain at RAF Brize Norton, marked by an event attended by the whole force. The station bid Group Captain Claire O’Grady a fond farewell earlier today (July 26). She handed over the reins to Group Captain Louise
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Oxfordshire site manager places among top 5% with award win
A site manager at a development near Bicester has been recognised as one of the best in the UK after winning a top housing industry award. Robert Ewers of Heyford Park and his colleagues Dan Kimber and Will Foley won a Pride in the Job 2024 Quality
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - JUSTIN LEWINGTON, 51, of Upper Arncott, Bicester, pleaded guilty to driving dangerously on Ploughly Road, Upper Arncott on January 31 this year. He was given a community order to complete
