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Free debt support service celebrates 10th year
A debt advice service is celebrating a decade of helping Oxford residents for free. Five churches came together to launch the Christians Against Poverty Oxford (Central) Debt Centre in 2014, in partnership with the UK charity Christians Against
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Robots used to help occupational therapists understand importance of touch
Robots are being used to help occupational therapists gain a better understanding of the impact of touch during physical and seated assessments. The robots act as stand-ins for people being assessed, simulating various health conditions and characteristics
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Oxfordshire author's new book tells story of great-great grandfather
The life of a 19th-century Birmingham doctor-coroner is to be detailed in a new biography. Probing Deaths, Saving Lives will be the first photo-illustrated book about Dr John Birt Davies, and has been written by his great-great granddaughter, Oxfordshire-based
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War memorial photo is a reminder to remember
Oxford Mail Camera Club members have been taking photos based on the latest theme ‘time’. The subject matter prompted plenty of striking photos of clocks and watches from some photographers while others chose to interpret the theme in a different
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Lane closure and severe delays due to incident on A34
5:35pm All lanes have reopened on the #A34 northbound between the #A415 (#Marcham) and #A4183 (#HinkseyHill) following
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New Covid variant 'taking charge' across the world - symptoms to look out for
Health experts have warned of a new COVID-19 variant that has begun spreading across the world. Covid XEC was first detected in Germany back in June and has now been identified in 15 countries around the world, according to The Mirror. The
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Spider season is here: the 22 species you're likely to find in your home
Spider season is here! As the weather begins to cool down, you will start to notice more spiders appearing in your home. There are 22 spiders common to the UK, according to Country Living. Thankfully, most of them are "completely harmless
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Lidl faces backlash after introducing some cashless self-service tills
If you have been shopping at your local Lidl recently, you might have noticed a change in how you pay at the self-service tills. That’s because the supermarket has revealed it has gone cashless at self-service tills in some of its UK stores.
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Construction begins on manufacturers new UK headquarters in Bicester
Construction has begun on a manufacturer's new headquarters in Bicester. A ground breaking ceremony for YASA's new UK headquarters at Bicester Motion, a bespoke development covering 90,000 sq ft, took place on September 12. The company, a spin-out
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Police officer sacked after punching and pepper spraying two people in the face
A police officer has been sacked after punching two people in the head, pepper spraying them in the face and using abusive language. PC Sulaiman Ahmed was dismissed from Thames Valley Police (TVP) without notice after a misconduct hearing found
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'I've had enough': Fury of grocer as Botley Road closure 'sends business to the wall'
A shop owner launched a blistering attack on Network Rail and Oxfordshire County Council blaming their 'incompetent' handling of the Botley Road closure for sending his business to the wall. Joe Devlin and his partner Theresa said the extended
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Louis Walsh gives Hoops the X Factor with four goals in FA Cup win
FOUR goals from debutant Louis Walsh gave Oxford City the X Factor as the Hoops thrashed Willand Rovers to make the draw for the third qualifying round of the Emirates FA Cup. Zac McEachran scored the opener in the 6-0 victory after just 13 seconds
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Coronation Street creators confirm the return of a major character
The creators of Coronation Street have teased the return of Nicky Wheatley (Kimberly Hart-Simpson) to the cobbles after leaving the ITV programme earlier this year. When she was last seen on our screens, Daniel Osbourne (Rob Mallard) had hoped
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Met Office issues weather warning as flight cancellations possible due to fog
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning as fog looks set to cause travel disruptions for parts of the UK on Monday (September 16). Parts of the UK could see 'dense' fog on Monday morning which could result in travel delays including
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Man charged with attempted murder after woman discovered with knife wounds
A man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder after a woman was stabbed in a rural village. Jonathan Creak, 50, of Westland Way, Woodstock, in West Oxfordshire, has also been charged with possession of a knife. Paramedics called
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Memories of Wood Farm estate will create new trail
WE ARE used to seeing Oxford city centre streets full of tourists admiring our magnificent ancient buildings and other sights. Now residents are being encouraged to explore the equally rich history of their local areas. Oxford Preservation
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Our player ratings after Oxford United beat Stoke City
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United extended their perfect start on home soil to three Sky Bet Championship games with a 1-0 victory against Stoke City. JAMIE CUMMING Relatively quiet afternoon between the posts thanks to the
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Oxford Economics expert on Bank of England pausing interest rate cuts
An Oxford economist has spoken on interest rates cuts as experts believe the Bank of England could be pausing them next week. This comes after the Bank of England warned it needs to be “careful” not to rush the decision as pressures on inflation
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Exhibition to celebrate rug trader's 50 years in industry
A retrospective is set to celebrate an Oxford rug trader's 50 years in the industry. Titled '50 Years - Along The Way', it will showcase exhibitions, developments, changing markets, and innovations over the past five decades. It celebrates
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Oxford allotment holders win cash prizes in national contest
Everything was coming up roses for these Oxford allotment holders, not to mention the fruit and vegetables they were producing too. Those tending the plots off Lenthall Road, Rose Hill, and Thomson Terrace, Littlemore, had been named national champions
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Disposable incomes in Oxford mirrors rest of country over recent decades
Disposable incomes in Oxford have grown at the same rate as the UK since 1997, new figures reveal. A think tank has called for greater investment in local authorities to tackle regional inequality. Disposable income is the amount of money people
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National Trust launches new membership pass and offers free visits
The National Trust has unveiled a new way for people to visit its historic sites for free. The charity, which has its headquarters in Swindon, released its annual report which revealed that visitor numbers have increased by five per cent to 25.3
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Midfielder praises Chris Hackett for his help in grabbing match-winner
IDRIS El Mizouni praised the role Oxford United assistant coach Chris Hackett has played in helping him time his runs into the penalty box. The summer signing netted his first goal for the U’s with what proved to be the match-winner in the 1-0
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Oxfordshire's Dame Prue Leith stuns in skintight black latex on catwalk
Oxfordshire cook Dame Prue Leith appeared at London Fashion Week looking as you've never seen her before in a raunchy PVC dress. The 84-year-old Great British Bake Off judge rocked a black skintight leather dress with latex evening gloves and red
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Woman found hanging at her home, coroner court heard
An inquest has been opened into the death of a woman who was found dead at her home in Grove. Julie Shearman, a sales assistant, was found dead at her home address in Columbia Way, Grove on August 24. A police officer verified the death of
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U’s boss gives fascinating insight into Idris El Mizouni tactical tweak
DES Buckingham was delighted to see a tactical tweak with Idris El Mizouni starting to bear fruit for Oxford United. El Mizouni signed for the U’s from Ipswich Town during the summer, arriving with a reputation as a midfielder who plays box-to-box
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BBC confirms start date for new Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris TV series
Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris will appear on TV together later this month for the first time since Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff's Top Gear crash nearly two years ago. McGuinness, Harris and Flintoff used to be co-hosts of hit BBC series Top Gear
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British pensioners issued warning over unexpected HMRC tax bills
British pensioners have been warned they could receive unexpected HMRC tax bills in the post. Thousands of pensioners across the UK are at risk of getting unexpectedly taxed as the Triple Lock increases the state pension by around £460. This
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Only Fools and Horses legend Sir David Jason was axed from this hit BBC sitcom
Only Fools and Horses legend Sir David Jason has recounted the moment he was sacked from his role in a popular BBC sitcom just hours after getting the part. Sir David is well-known for playing Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter in the hit British sitcom Only
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How much are the professionals on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing worth?
Strictly Come Dancing is back and the new 2024 series marks the 20th anniversary of the hit BBC reality show. This year's Strictly lineup is set to feature celebrities including Love Island's Tasha Ghouri, TV personality/former The Only Way Is
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UEFA issues warning England 'could face Euros ban' over regulator plans
UEFA has warned the UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy that plans for a football watchdog could see England banned from the Euros. The plans, which were brought forth in July, would establish a body to oversee the top five tiers of male football which
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U’s boss gives early update on injury to Cameron Brannagan
THE decision to substitute Cameron Brannagan in first half stoppage time was more of a precautionary measure, says Oxford United boss Des Buckingham. Brannagan received treatment from the U’s medical staff following a 50/50 challenge in the 1-0
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Peta praises city council after it bans non-vegan food and drink in meetings
Animal rights organisation Peta (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has praised Nottingham City Council after it announced it will follow Oxfordshire and serve only plant-based food and drink at internal meetings from the end of September
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Blistering attack by council unblocks £240m Oxford sewage works upgrade
Long-overdue plans to upgrade Oxford Sewage Treatment Works are finally under way following a blistering attack on Thames Water by the city council. The heavily indebted water company is inviting tenders for the major £240million scheme next month
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Mars issues update on return of discontinued chocolate 'better than any other'
Mars has revealed whether or not fans can expect the return of its popular discontinued White Chocolate Maltesers. The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including M&Ms, Snickers, Skittles and of course Mars
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Coronation Street stars to reunite in brand new BBC comedy programme
Coronation Street stars Alexandra Mardell and Bill Fellows (Stu Carpenter on Corrie) are to reunite in a brand new BBC comedy programme. This is Bill's first acting role since leaving the soap opera after he opted not to renew his contract with
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Council votes to fund new £1million football pitch
A council has allocated over £1million developers funding for a new third generation football pitch. It will be at West Witney Sports Ground "to ensure grassroots football continues to grow", West Oxfordshire District Council said. In 2022
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Cafe manager found dead day after taking drugs with a friend
A coroner’s court has confirmed that a man has died after taking drugs with a friend. An inquest opened at Oxford Coroners Court on Thursday (September 12) into the death of Barry-Lee Green, of Upper Meadow, Headington. The 47-year-old café
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Why job market is becoming 'increasingly frustrating' for university students
Oxford Brookes student Emily Harvey has written an opinion piece on the trepidation many undergraduates feel with the competitiveness of the job market. It is certainly no secret that the current job market graduates face as they leave university
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Construction of new secondary school in Grove underway
Construction of a new secondary school in Grove is underway. St John's CE Academy Secondary School, which is being built on the old Grove Airfield, will cost £28.2 million and aims to provide state-of-the-art facilities to the Wellington Gate and
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Father found out son, 9, died whilst he was in custody for burglary and fraud
A father who resorted back to drug use after his son became ill learnt that his nine-year-old boy had died whilst he was in prison, a court has heard. Jamie Bilverstone had rebuilt his life after a period of heavy offending, including burglaries
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Traumatised mum's passport warning as family 'held like criminals' on £6,000 trip
A 'traumatised' mum has told British holidaymakers to check their passports are in date - after her family were held 'like criminals' for 24 hours with little food or water and lost their £6,000 holiday because her son's had expired. Amber Maherloughnan
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Councillor brings court case against authority he serves on
A town councillor has had the legal case he brought against the authority he sits on dismissed. Sharone Parnes took Woodstock Town Council to the small claims court over alleged data breaches, he said. The claim, which began in 2022, was thrown