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Sushi restaurant relocates in town after being closed for 9 months
A sushi restaurant has reopened in a new spot in an Oxfordshire town after being shut for over nine months. Gyoshoya UK reopened in Bicester town centre yesterday (Sunday, September 15) after it closed last December. The sushi eatery is now
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Care home lends sweet support to World Textile Fair with cake stall
A care home stepped up to run the refreshment stand at the 2024 World Textile Fair, held at Chipping Norton Town Hall. Middletown Grange, in Hailey Village, near Witney teamed up with its sister home Southerndown and Chipping Norton Town Council
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Award-winning author Sophie Kirtley inspires pupils on school visit
Best-selling children’s author Sophie Kirtley hosted a creative writing workshop for pupils at an Iffley school during a recent visit. The award-winning author, whose books include The Wild Way Home, visited The Iffley Academy where she also guided
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Deaf children try out parachuting on visit to RAF Brize Norton
Members of the Oxfordshire Deaf Childrens Society (ODCS) had an unforgettable experience as they visited RAF Brize Norton. The visit provided a unique opportunity for children and their families to explore the base, learn about the RAF's role,
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Elvis Costello plays songs from his vast back catalogue
Elvis Costello is a real trouper - his father Ross MacManus was a trumpet player who performed with the Joe Loss Orchestra. So it's not surprising that he seems very much at home in the spotlight at Oxford's New Theatre. Accompanied this time
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Famous Oktoberfest returns at craft brewery open day
A brewery is opening its doors to the public as its famous Oktoberfest returns this weekend. Little Ox Brew Co in Freeland near Witney is offering a range of beers including its seasonal special, full bar and food all day by Friends and Flavours
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Musical murder mystery with a twist comes to Chipping Norton Theatre
A new musical comedy Murder for Two is coming to The Theatre Chipping Norton. When the body of an acclaimed novelist is discovered at his birthday party, all the guests fall under suspicion. Can local police officer and wannabe Detective, Marcus
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Domino's issues urgent 'do not eat' warning and asks these 2 items be thrown away
Popular pizza chain Domino's has been forced to issue an urgent warning to customers over two of its products, urging those who have purchased them to not eat them. Domino's revealed it has made a mistake with its Garlic and Herb and Honey and
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All you need to know about MAFS UK 2024 from start date to the brides and grooms
Married at First Sight UK is back for a brand new series on E4. After three successful series, which have already resulted in two BAFTA nominations and a baby, MAFS UK is back for a fourth. E4 says the new series promises to be "jam packed
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BBC shares first look and new cast list for The Famous Five's second series
The BBC has revealed that The Famous Five will be returning with a second series and fans of the show have been given a first look. Filming for series two has begun and while some original cast members are set to return, there are some new faces
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Can you park on a single yellow line? The rules and fines to consider
Finding a park when you're out and about can be a nightmare sometimes, so parking on a single yellow line may seem like your best and only option. However, it is worth considering that in most cases it is illegal to park on a single yellow line
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Police issue statement on condition of driver after major motorway crash
A driver has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a major crash which has resulted in the M40 being closed throughout the evening. Thames Valley Police was called to a crash in which a lorry overturned on the southbound carriageway
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Elderly man, 63, on trial accused of sexually assaulting young girl
An elderly man is on trial at Oxford Crown Court accused of sexually assaulting a young girl in the late 1990s. Michael Stockhouse, 63, has been on trial since the start of last week charged with historic child sex offences against a girl who cannot
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First look inside landmark hotel after multi-million pound renovation
A Grade-II hotel is set to reopen soon following a multi-million pound renovation. The Feathers in Woodstock, which was acquired by the Ede Homes Group in 2023, will have a new brasserie called The Nest and a new wine and cocktail bar called The
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Plans to extend city chief's home in suburb to be discussed
The city council's chief executive is set to have a planning application permitted for modifications to a property in an Oxford suburb. Caroline Green wants to demolish a garage and rear extension and build a part single, part two-storey side
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Village to host Monopoly-inspired treasure hunt
An Oxfordshire village is hosting an imaginative treasure hunt based on the popular board game Monopoly. Launton, a village just outside of Bicester, is bringing a new twist to the old favourite activity of a scavenger hunt into the digital age
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'Class as always': Swizzels launches new twist on popular Squashies sweets
Swizzels has revealed a twist on its popular Squashies sweets and they're available to buy now. The packet of sweets started out as just one flavour – Drumstick original Rasberry and Milk – but now the range has been expanded with other options
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Professional rat catcher recalls rat coming up a toilet while woman was on loo
A professional rat catcher has shared some real-life stories including the time he responded to a call from a woman who found a rat in her toilet while she was on the loo. Kieran Sampler, 30, is estimated to have killed 65,000 of the animals and
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Air ambulance provides update on serious motorway crash
Thames Valley Air Ambulance has provided an update on a serious motorway crash that has closed a stretch of the road. The air ambulance landed on the M40 at around lunchtime today (September 16) after a HGV overturned on the southbound carriageway
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Tribute to 'bright, witty, talented and handsome young man' after murder
The first picture of a murder victim has been released after his girlfriend was jailed for causing his death. Father-of-two Dale Bond, 45, was stabbed twice by his partner Bailey Heywood, 23, at his home address in Mullein Road, Bicester on March
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Northern Lights to be visible in UK skies over coming days - see when and where
The Northern Lights are set to be visible yet again across parts of the UK, according to the Met Office. Stargazers across the country have been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, on numerous
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Huw Edwards handed six month suspended sentence over indecent images
Disgraced broadcaster Huw Edwards has been handed a six-month suspended sentence after admitting accessing indecent images of children. The 63-year-old previously admitted three charges of “making” indecent photographs after he was sent 41 illegal
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Man arrested after 'failing to appear at court'
Police have arrested a man who was wanted for failing to appear at court following alleged shoplifting offences in Oxfordshire. Thames Valley Police's Banbury neighbourhood policing team arrested a 37-year-old man today (September 16). The
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Delays expected into the evening after serious lorry crash
9:45am We will now bring this live blog to a close. You can read a full report on the road being reopened here.
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Thames Valley Police officers' 'use of force' videos to be scrutinised
Thames Valley Police (TVP) is recruiting members of the public to scrutinise "use of force" footage to help keep the force accountable. The force said the scrutiny panels are an "important tool" for ensuring that it is held accountable for its
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Children in Crisis: How the pandemic affected children's health in Oxford
Mental health, obesity and autism diagnoses are all areas where the pandemic has substantially harmed children's wellbeing in Oxford. Deteriorating education standards and increasing challenges with poverty due to the pandemic also significantly
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Council set to approve £15.3m funding for Oxford fire station developments
Oxfordshire County Council is set to approve £15.3 million to fund developments at an Oxford fire station. The council is seeking approval for the money, which will "forward fund" projects at Oxford Rewley Road Fire Station and the Oxford Grandpont
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Major plans for two new labs set to be approved for Oxford Business Park
Two new laboratories are set to be approved for Oxford Business Park. Oxford City Council's planning committee will decide the schemes, from applicant Advanced Research Clusters GP (ARC), for John Smith Drive. One will replace an existing
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Patti Smith gig sells out sparking scramble for tickets
Tickets for a one-off performance by Patti Smith have sold out with fans scrambling on social media in the hope of being able to see the punk legend. The Patti Smith Quartet are playing for one-night only at New Theatre Oxford tomorrow night (September
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Tributes to 'gentle soul' murdered by girlfriend whom 'he loved'
“He was a gentle soul,” said the father of a murder victim whose girlfriend was jailed for life after stabbing him twice in the chest. Dale Bond, 45, was killed by his girlfriend Bailey Heywood, 23, at his home address in Mullein Road, Bicester
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Cheetahs boss previews crunch play-off semi-final second leg
PETER Schroeck says there will be no complacency from his Oxford Cheetahs side ahead of their Championship play-off semi-final second leg. Cheetahs won 46-44 away at Scunthorpe Scorpions in the first leg on Friday night, fighting back from being
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'It was wholly unmerited': Woman jailed for 17 years for murder of boyfriend
A YOUNG woman has been jailed for 17 years after murdering her 45-year-old boyfriend earlier this year. Bailey Heywood, 23, of Germander Way, Bicester was found guilty of murdering Dale Bond twice by a 12-strong jury on Friday (September 13) after
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Lane blocked and severe delays following crash on A34
1:43pm Thank you for following this blog. You can follow updates on the serious M40 crash, in which a lorry has overturned
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Are any couples from ITV My Mum, Your Dad series 1 still together?
A new group of single parents nominated by their grown-up kids will hopefully find love again, as My Mum, Your Dad returns for a second series on ITV this week. Hosted by Davina McCall, the kids will be back in the surveillance room, dubbed the
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U’s win to climb into intriguing battle for top spot
OXFORD United Women kept a third consecutive clean sheet as they won 3-0 at Exeter City. Phoebie Poole netted twice in the space of two minutes, opening the scoring with quarter of an hour to go, before substitute Adele Lindbaek grabbed the third
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Cyclist in his 70s in hospital following hit and run
A cyclist in his 70s is in hospital after he was injured in a hit and run in Oxfordshire. The collision happened on the A4130 near Halifax Road in Wallingford between 6am and 6.10am this morning (Monday, September 16). The man suffered minor
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JAILED: Woman, 23, sentenced to 17 years for murder of boyfriend, 45
12:21pm Read our summary of the sentencing here. Read tributes to Dale Bond here.
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A34 near Oxford to close for resurfacing work
Drivers are warned of a planned closure for a major road in Oxford. The A34 northbound carriageway will undergo an overnight closure between Hinksey Hill and Peartree from 9pm tonight (Monday, September 16). It is scheduled to reopen at 6am
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Five games in – how are U’s adjusting to life in the Championship?
THREE home wins from three, sitting outside the Sky Bet Championship play-offs on goal difference, and a tasty reunion this weekend. It’s fair to say that so far, life in the second tier for Oxford United has possibly exceeded many fans’ expectations
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Desperate plea after caravan stolen from family home
A family has issued a desperate plea after a caravan, which was purchased to help a child with his autism and ADHD, was stolen from their home in south Oxfordshire. The caravan was seized from Milton Common on Thursday, September 5 between 10pm
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Trucks arrive for resurfacing work on Botley Road
Resurfacing work has started on Botley Road in Oxford as part of a fresh project for the major route. Traffic flowed freely into the city from west Oxford this morning but drivers can expect delays from later today when temporary traffic lights
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How to apply for Pension Credit benefit as Winter Fuel Payments cut
Almost 10 million pensioners will lose access to Winter Fuel Payments this winter because of changes to the system announced by the Government. From this winter, only people on pension credit or other specific benefits will be eligible to receive
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The 99p tool that could save you up to £350 on your energy bills this winter
Brits are being urged to pick up a simple 99p tool that could save them almost £350 on their energy bills this winter. Energy bills are set to rise by £149 for the average household from October after Ofgem announced it would be raising its energy
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Energy boss calls for cash support for pensioners losing Winter Fuel Payments
The boss of Octopus Energy has called on energy suppliers to “be helpful” to the Government and provide extra support for pensioners losing out on the Winter Fuel Payment. Greg Jackson, who founded Octopus in 2016, told PA news agency: “We all
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Long delays following crash on A34
11:03am Thanks for following the live blog. For more traffic and travel news visit our live traffic feed. For
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Stoke City sack head coach following defeat to U’s
STOKE City have parted ways with their head coach Steven Schumacher in the aftermath of their defeat at Oxford United. Idris El Mizouni scored the only goal of the game three minutes into the second half, as the Potters suffered their third defeat
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Collection of the sounds of human migration to feature in Oxford exhibition
Rescue efforts in the Mediterranean and traditional music on the streets of London form part of what is thought to be the world’s first collection of the sounds of human migration. Some 120 sounds and stories across 51 countries make up the project
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Warning to drivers ahead of historic yearly funfair
Drivers have been warned to drive carefully ahead of a yearly funfair. The fair which is part of celebrations for Witney Feast starts today at The Leys near Station Lane in Witney and lasts until tomorrow (Tuesday September 17). Oxfordshire
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ANPR camera installed to improve safety at The Plain roundabout
A camera has been installed at The Plain roundabout in Oxford to enforce a ban on drivers making a dangerous left turn from Cowley Road on to Iffley Road. The automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) camera will be used to fine motor vehicles
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Our Radcliffe Infirmary fundraisers had a vital role
Like many hospitals, the Radcliffe Infirmary in Oxford relied on the generosity of fundraisers to keep vital services running and to provide extras. And it wasn’t only former patients and their families and friends who helped out – hospital staff
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New homes plan near Oxford set for decision by council
Controversial plans for 24 homes are set to be approved by Oxford planning chiefs. Hill Residential is planning to build the properties on land north of Goose Green. The development will form part of the Oxford North quarter, with the site
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Rail minister apologises for lengthy Botley Road closure
Rail minister Lord Hendy is "urgently waiting" to hear from Network Rail on its latest timetable for reopening Botley Road. The road has been closed at the rail bridge since April last year as part of a £161m scheme to revamp Oxford rail station
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Prison officer dies after fatal crash whilst on holiday
A prison officer has died after being involved in a crash whilst on holiday in Italy. David Conahan, of Mistletoe Green, Oxford, was on holiday in Via Della Liberta, Mestre, Venice, when he was involved in a car crash on August 7. The circumstances
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Extra £1.3m requested for controversial roundabout improvement project
An extra £1.3 million has been requested by Oxfordshire County Council for the completion of a controversial roundabout improvement project. The council has requested the extra money to complete the Banbury Road roundabout project. The road
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - LUCIAN SMEGNER, 31, of Thyme Close, Banbury, pleaded guilty to drink driving in Banbury on February 12 this year with 86 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath. He was disqualified