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Andrew Flintoff: 'I shouldn't be here' as he talks Top Gear crash for first time
Andrew Flintoff has spoken out for the first time about his serious Top Gear crash, revealing he "genuinely should not be here after what happened". 'Freddie' Flintoff was severely injured in an accident at the Top Gear Test Track - the Dunsfold
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Major delays after lines blocked at Oxfordshire rail stations
Train lines were blocked between two Oxfordshire railway stations which caused delays for passengers. The incident was first reported on Monday evening at around 8pm as a broken-down train was spotted on the tracks in the county. This was
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‘Right-wing are having POGROMS’ say protesters in city centre
Protesters in Oxford say that the right wing has incited and is having pogroms across the country in the week. A unity rally was held at Carfax Tower in the city centre on Monday evening by Oxford Stand Up To Racism amid anti-migrant demonstrations
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Urgent police search for missing teen girl enters third day
An urgent police search for a missing teenage girl in Oxfordshire has entered a third day. Alexis, whose surname was not provided by Thames Valley Police, was reported missing from Abingdon on Friday, August 2. The 14-year-old Alexis is described
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Oxford museum unveils eco-friendly cafe renovation
The Ashmolean Museum in Oxford has revealed its environmentally friendly, redesigned cafe as it welcomes a coffee company to its forecourt. The new-look Ashmolean Cafe has seen existing assets renovated and recycled where possible. Instead
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Unity rally held in solidarity with those targeted in far-right violence
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Thousands waiting for gender care appointment 'deeply depressing'
An Oxford professor has described the waiting list for children's gender care as "deeply depressing". Ashley Grossman, emeritus professor of endocrinology at the University of Oxford who is an endocrinologist, has been reacting to more than 5,700
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Protest takes place in response to national far-right violence and disorder
A unity rally is being held in Oxford this evening amid anti-migrant demonstrations across the country as police mobilise resources to address any issues that may arise. Oxford Stand Up To Racism and Oxfordshire & District Trades Union Council
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'Dangerous' pedestrian bridge is replaced after emergency repairs
A key footbridge on an estate in Witney has been replaced following emergency repairs. West Oxfordshire District Council (WODC) said the Madley Brook wooden bridge on Madley Park Estate in the town required “urgent replacement” for safety reasons
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One in five cancer patients at Oxford hospitals 'not supported properly by GP'
A fifth of cancer patients at Oxford University Hospitals Trust said they did not receive the right support from their GP practice during their care, new figures show. Macmillan Cancer Support said everyone diagnosed with cancer "should be receiving
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City centre traffic warden assaulted after Mercedes slapped with parking ticket
A traffic warden who handed a ticket to a Mercedes driver in Oxford city centre has been assaulted. The incident occurred on Saturday, May 4 at approximately 1.10pm outside the Oxford Blue gift shop in High Street. A traffic warden was assaulted
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Emma Raducanu picks American stay instead of Oxford return
Emma Raducanu has chosen to stay in the United States this summer over a potential return to Oxford. The tennis pro recently travelled to Washington and had been competing in the WTA 500 for the past week. After initial wins against Elise Mertens
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Town centre shopping mall's closest car park shut
A Banbury shopping centre has closed part of its car park due to maintenance work. The south car park at Castle Quay Shopping Centre located off Cherwell Drive has temporarily closed for painting work. A spokesperson for the shopping centre
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Mercedes stolen from village along with sports jacket and leather bag
POLICE are appealing for information for witnesses after a car was broken into and stolen in Chinnor. On Friday (August 2) at about 6.35pm, on the junction of Keens Lane and the High Street, a car was broken into and then stolen, along with a leather
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Town centre street taped off as firefighters attend incident
6:30pm Bus services UPDATE: We can confirm Wantage Marketplace is now reopened and all services are
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Bike worth £150 stolen from outside Co-op as police hunt for youth
A £150 bicycle was stolen from outside a Co-op shop in an Oxford neighbourhood. The incident occurred on Sunday, June 16, at around 4.50am outside the Co-op on Rose Hill, as a locked bike was stolen from outside the shop. The bike was a yellow
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Dozens of homes refused after fears for 'erosion of countryside'
A plan to build 114 new homes in an Oxfordshire town has been refused against the advice of "experts" after fears were raised it would "erode the countryside". Applicant Manor Oak Homes originally wanted to introduce 117 houses on land opposite
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Man ‘touches himself’ in front of dogwalker near play area of Oxford park
A man allegedly touched himself in front of a female dog walker near a children’s play area in an Oxford park. The incident occurred at around 8.30am on Thursday, August 1, in Florence Park, as a woman in her 30s was out walking her dog. She
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Primary school receives funding for environmentally friendly upgrades
Sonning Common Primary School has received funding from the county council for environmentally friendly upgrades. A near £12,000, interest free loan from Oxfordshire County Council will be used by the school to fit solar panels. The council
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Railway centre visitors enjoy The Railway Children performance
A railway centre welcomed a theatre group for a production of a classic novel last Friday. On August 2, Didcot Railway Centre hosted the Tethered Wits theatre company for their performance of E Nesbit's The Railway Children. Four actors played
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Arrests made after 'four-person brawl' leaves man in hospital with head injuries
Three men from Oxford have been arrested after a man was taken to hospital with head injuries during the early hours. Officers were called to Cowley Road following reports of a fight breaking out between four people on Saturday (August 3) at around
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Honours for lifesavers who brought footballer 'back from brink of death'
A rigorous weekly football session ended in a life and death battle on the pitch after one of the players collapsed with a heart attack. Now three life savers who went to the aid of Dr Nick Thomas after he collapsed at Witney Artificial Turf pitch
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Oxfordshire house hunters wanted for new series of Location, Location, Location
Oxfordshire house hunters are wanted for the new series of Channel 4 property series Location, Location, Location. The hit show hosted by Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer is looking for chain-free house hunters to participate in the new series.
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Fruit and veg stall at Abingdon market plans alternative date
A fruit and veg stall at Abingdon's Monday market is hoping to arrange a new date in advance of the summer Bank Holiday. The town's Monday market features fruit and vegetables, flowers, a bakery, a fishmonger and other sellers. Tom Bennett,
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UK heatwave expected for August as temperatures set to reach 32C in days
Brits can expect to sweat a little more as temperatures surpass 30C in just a matter of days, according to reports. While parts of the country saw highs of 30C last week, the weather this week has cooled somewhat. However, this cloudy weather
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Teenager remains in hospital after being stabbed in park
An 18-year-old man remains in hospital after being stabbed in an Oxfordshire park late at night. Police were called to People’s Park in Banbury after reports of an assault at around 11.55pm yesterday (August 4). Officers found a man with a
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Long delays after crash on major road
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Swimmers enjoy success at national summer championships
TWO county swimmers have competed in the highest level of age group competition swimming. The top 24 swimmers from England, Scotland and Wales from each age group and event were invited to compete at the Aquatics GB Summer Championships in Sheffield
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Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth
A widely believed speed camera myth could land you in trouble with police, drivers in the UK have been warned. A motoring expert has lifted the lid on whether the commonly held belief that drivers can go ten per cent over the speed limit is true
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Popular speedway rider retires aged just 23
HENRY Atkins has retired from speedway, citing injuries as one of the reasons behind his decision. The 23-year-old suffered a broken finger, which required plating, in May, and had been struggling to gain full use of his clutch hand. Atkins
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Naturally keep slugs away from your garden with these 10 tips
As the warmer months arrive, you might be keeping an eye on your garden or vegetable patch in the hopes your flowers or food will thrive in the conditions. While the weather might start to be more on your side, you might come across some slugs
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Martin Lewis warning to pensioners who could be missing out on £3,900 boost
Martin Lewis has issued a warning to pensioners who could be missing out on £3,900 worth of support that they are entitled to. The Money Saving Expert is urging any pensioners with an income of £235 or less a week to check if they are eligible
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GMB viewers slam 'patronising' panel in debate over causes of recent UK riots
Good Morning Britain (GMB) viewers have criticised its presenters and some of its guests after a "patronising" response to points being made by an MP on the show relating to the recent riots in the UK. Zarah Sultana, an Independent MP for South
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Former England batter Graham Thorpe dies aged 55
The England and Wales Cricket Board has announced the death of former England batter Graham Thorpe MBE at the age of 55. Thorpe won 100 Test caps during a stellar England career and was regarded as one of the best batters of his generation with
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One-month Housing Benefit warning to thousands ahead of Universal Credit change
A one-month warning has been issued to thousands of households in receipt of Housing Benefit. Thousands of people who receive Housing Benefit from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), have weeks to take action or risk losing their benefits
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Preview of Day 10 at the Olympics as Team GB aim for medals on the track
This could be the night Keely Hodgkinson’s dreams come true as the women’s 800m final takes centre stage on Day 10 of the Paris Olympics. The Wiganer burst onto the scene with silver in Tokyo and won medals of the same colour at the 2022 and 2023
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Government plan emergency Cobra meeting in response to escalating riots
The Government has confirmed it will be holding an emergency Cobra meeting today (Monday, August 5) in response to escalating violence and riots over the weekend. Police responded to violent scenes in Rotherham, Middlesbrough, Bolton and other
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Tesco customers warned about 'fake' £750 voucher circulating on social media
A warning has been issued after an apparent scam on TikTok has been circulating. Posts claiming to be from disgruntled former staff members are urging customers to head to TesOffer.com to claim a free £750 voucher. However, this does not appear
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Brits issued warning over fake weight-loss jabs as Ozempic shortages continue
Pharmacy leaders in the UK have urged people not to buy fake weight-loss jabs online as shortages of Ozempic are expected to stretch into next year, they have said. The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) warned of a possible “explosion in the
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Death of man found at Oxfordshire address confirmed
A MEDICAL cause of death has been provided for an engineer who was found dead at his home address in Oxfordshire. Haydyn Robinson, 50, was found dead at his home address in Orchard Close, Chalgrove on May 29 this year. A paramedic verified
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - RYAN MCLAUGHLAN, 35, of no fixed abode, indicated guilty to two counts of failing to comply with the sex offenders register between June 19 and July 10 this year but failing to attend a
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Oxford University study shows long Covid twice as common in most deprived group
Researchers from the University of Oxford have analysed dozens of studies into long Covid to understand the scale and impact of the illness. A new review published in The Lancet suggests the condition can affect all age groups, including children
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Chemist found dead hours after being discharged from hospital
A CHEMIST has been found dead at his home address the day of being discharged after undergoing a knee operation. Ralph Thomas, 76, was found deceased at his home in Stone Close, Oxford on January 3. His death was verified by a police officer at
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Man, 34, in court accused of sexual assault against woman
A TRIAL date has been set for a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Witney. Robert Pollard, of Lancut Road, Witney, appeared at Oxford Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (July 30) charged with one count of sexual assault on a female. The
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Fond memories of our favourite Morrell's pubs
Many of us will remember enjoying a pint - or half-pint - of Morrell’s beer at our favourite pubs. The brewery based in St Thomas Street, Oxford, produced beer for 200 years before closing in 1998. These pictures from the Oxford Mail archives
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Des Buckingham confirms U’s looking for a striker in transfer window
OXFORD United remain in the hunt for a striker during the transfer window, head coach Des Buckingham has confirmed. The U’s relied heavily on Mark Harris to lead the line last season, with the Welshman missing just three games in all competitions
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Last chance to submit your Oxford Climate Award nominations
There is still time to make your nominations for the Oxford Climate Awards. The Oxford Mail and Oxford City Council, who are organising the awards, are looking to find the city's climate heroes to reward and celebrate those making a difference