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Celebrity guest values residents' heirlooms in Henley
A celebrity guest recently visited Henley to value the precious heirlooms of residents. BBC's David Harper, star of Antiques Road Trip and Bargain Hunt, was at McCarthy Stone's Albert Court on Reading Road to provide valuations for treasured possessions
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Warning due to ongoing traffic incident in Oxfordshire town
6:46pm All lanes appear to have cleared. 6:24pm
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Emergency services called to crash at major roundabout in Oxford
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Former U’s midfielder takes coaching role at new-look Championship side
FORMER Oxford United midfielder Dean Whitehead has joined the backroom staff at Stoke City. The Potters sacked Steven Schumacher in the aftermath of their 1-0 defeat at United on Saturday, and have appointed former Norwich City first team coach
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LIVE: Rush hour chaos as lane blocked on major commuter route
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Former U’s goalkeeper key to 1980s success dies aged 68
FORMER Oxford United goalkeeper Steve Hardwick has died aged 68. Hardwick joined the U’s from Newcastle United in February 1983, and went on to make 196 appearances for the club. He was virtually an ever-present as United won back-to-back titles
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Police clamp down on illegal e-scooter use after man hurls abuse at officer
Police in Banbury are clamping down on the use of e-scooters in the town after a 23-year-old hurled abuse at an officer. It was reported that the man rode up the High Street while making an offensive gesture at the officer. In a statement,
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Police 'increasingly concerned' for man last seen in early hours at station
Police are concerned for the welfare of a missing man last seen at Oxford Train Station during the early hours. James Knight was last seen at around 1.20am on Tuesday, September 17. The 26-year-old, from Tilehurst, Reading, was dressed in
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All to know on All Creatures Great and Small series 5 including full cast list
A fifth series of All Creatures Great and Small will be airing on Channel 5 soon, continuing the adaptation of Alf Wight's books. Writing under the pen name of James Herriot, Wight based the stories on his experiences as a veterinary surgeon, with
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Pub to host Oktoberfest with 'biggest event yet'
A pub in an Oxfordshire town is hosting an Oktoberfest event at the end of this month. The Plough on North Street in Bicester said the event is its "biggest yet" and will feature live music, a hog roast, a prize for the best dressed and more.
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Indian restaurant remains closed while 'having treatment' for cockroach infestation
An Indian restaurant in Oxfordshire remains closed following a cockroach infestation which is currently being treated. Arzoo on Bicester Market Square was forced to close earlier this month following a cockroach infestation. Cherwell District
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Safe zones outside abortion clinics to come into effect in England and Wales
Safe zones outside of abortion clinics in England and Wales will become law by the end of October 2024. Protests within 150 metres of clinics or hospitals providing abortion services in the two nations will be prohibited. This is with the aim
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Oxfordshire road closed for emergency work as RAF coaches stuck
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Clubs across the county pay tribute to ‘character on and off the pitch’
FOOTBALL clubs across Oxfordshire are paying tribute to Abingdon United midfielder Jack Badger, who has passed away aged 24. His team confirmed the news in a social media post earlier today, remembering a ‘character on and off the pitch’. The
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TGI Friday's operator goes into administration - what it means for customers
The UK operator of TGI Friday's has gone into administration as the hospitality firm looks to sell its chain of 87 restaurants across the country. Hostmore said it had appointed joint administrators from Teneo. The company is in the process
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Extra £1.3m approved by council for roundabout project
An extra £1.3 million has been approved by Oxfordshire County Council for the completion of a controversial roundabout improvement project. The funding was approved for the Banbury Road Roundabout project in Bicester in a cabinet meeting on Tuesday
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Cheapest areas to rent in Oxfordshire revealed
The cheapest areas to rent in Oxfordshire have been revealed in a new study. With constant inflation rises, the opportunity for first-time buyers to get a mortgage offer that is affordable and reasonable is proving very difficult. This is leaving
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Primark announces new major addition to city shopping centre store
Oxford’s Primark store has undergone a major change at the Westgate shopping centre. The store which can be found in the city centre offers two huge floors of products including clothes, jewellery and shoes. Customers can now click and collect
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Legendary rock band The Darkness to play Oxford gig
Legendary rock band The Darkness have announced they will play a gig in Oxford on their new tour. Justin Hawkins, Dan Hawkins, Frankie Poullain and Rufus Tiger Taylor will stop off at the city to play a show at New Theatre on Saturday, March 8,
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Boaters warned as Oxford lock suddenly closes
Oxford boaters were warned after a lock in the city was suddenly closed. Iffley Lock was shut on Wednesday morning following a hydraulic leak which meant that emergency contractors had to be called. Environment Agency operations manager Maria
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Incident on major A-road causes delays
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‘Please don’t use dating apps on our trains,’ says boss of train company
The boss of a rail company has urged passengers not to use dating apps on its trains. Matt Rice, chief operating officer at Northern, said such sites have been blocked from on-board Wi-Fi servers as some may not be suitable for all passengers,
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Stunning Northern Lights captured over Oxfordshire
The Northern Lights were visible over Oxfordshire in the early hours of this morning. Chris Pomeroy captured the stunning array of colours over west Oxfordshire at around 4.30am today (September 18). The picture was taken in the field next
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Charity fireworks in South Park may go ahead in Oxford this year
A major Oxford charity fireworks event may go ahead - but without a bonfire - after the Round Table applied to host it in November. Last year’s event resulted in damage to South Park due to adverse weather and vehicle movements on the grass.
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Police issue update on cyclist after hit-and-run collision
A cyclist in his 70s remains in critical condition following a hit-and-run in Oxfordshire as witnesses are urged to come forward. The incident happened on the A4130 near Halifax Road in Wallingford between 6am and 6.10am on Monday morning (September
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Hoops still searching for first league win after home defeat
THE search for a first league win of the season goes on for Oxford City after the Hoops were beaten 3-1 at home by Peterborough Sports. City were 2-0 down after 14 minutes, with Will Van Lier afforded too much space inside the penalty box after
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Drivers on Botley Road queue at traffic lights for resurfacing work
Drivers on Botley Road in Oxford have been queuing at temporary traffic lights while resurfacing work continues. Contractors arrived on Monday for the week-long schedule of work but traffic has been running smoothly until now before temporary traffic
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Warning to 'millions' with paper visas as documents soon to be ‘no longer valid’
"Millions" of people have until the end of the year to switch to a digital visa before their paperwork proving their immigration status in the UK expires. It comes as physical records of a person’s right to be in the UK are being phased out and
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Warning to supermarket shoppers as chocolate prices soar ahead of Halloween
Those looking for a sweet treat this autumn have been warned of soaring chocolate prices as we approach Halloween. Chocolate prices soared by 11 per cent in the year to August new figures have revealed. Costs have risen significantly higher
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'Huge relief' as ONS reveals UK inflation rate remains at 2.2% in August
According to official figures, inflation has held steady at 2.2 per cent in the year to August. Prices for airfares rose but the increase was offset by lower fuel prices and falling costs at restaurants, the Office for National Statistics (ONS)
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Nescafe Dolce Gusto 'very sorry' as it discontinues 2 pod flavours
Nescafe Dolce Gusto has apologised to fans after revealing two of its pod flavours have been discontinued. The coffee brand has an array of pod flavours including everything from the standard Cappuccino, Flat White and Espresso to the more extravagant
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Public warned over ‘serious health risks’ as lake water turns GREEN
The public has been warned about the serious health risks of toxic water in an Oxfordshire lake. Witney Lake, also known as Duck Lake, has developed algae after receiving flood waters from the River Windrush throughout this year. New photographs
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Co-op reveals plans to begin 24-hour delivery service in parts of the UK
Co-op has announced that it will launch a 24-hour grocery delivery service to cater for increased demand from shift workers, parents and late-night revellers. The new service will launch in September this year via Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats
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5 areas of your home that are most vulnerable to pest infestations
With a variety of pests roaming in the wild here in the UK, there are plenty of creatures we’d rather not have in our gardens or homes for one reason or another. However, there are five areas of properties in the UK that are more vulnerable to
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These 4 foods and drinks 'may reduce the risk of dementia', new study reveals
New research suggests that drinking red wine and tea and consuming berries and dark chocolate could lower the risk of dementia. Food and drinks which are rich in flavonoids have been linked with a reduced risk of developing the illness by 28%.
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Bank issues scam warning as 46 per cent of people don't know it even exists
Starling Bank has warned that just three seconds of audio is enough for criminals to clone your voice and attempt to scam your friends and family. The bank has found that posting voice recordings online could lead to scam attempts by using AI technology
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Drivers warned as major Oxford road to CLOSE tonight
A major road which passes through Oxford will close tonight. Drivers have been warned that a strip of the A34 by the city will close at 9pm this evening (Wednesday, September 18) and will remain shut until 6am on Thursday. The affected area
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More than one in five cars failed MOT last year as warning issued
More than one in five vehicle MOT tests in Britain ended in failure last year, new figures show. Some 9.9 million out of the 43.7 million tests conducted in 2023 were unsuccessful, according to analysis of Government figures by motoring research
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Police start search for missing man in Oxfordshire
Police in Oxfordshire are now searching for a missing man. James, whose surname was not provided by Thames Valley Police (TVP), is from Tilehurst in Reading but officers believe he may have travelled to Goring. The 26-year-old is currently
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BBC crime drama Bergerac reboot confirmed after 30 years featuring Brassic star
A reboot of the hit BBC crime drama series Bergerac has been confirmed by UKTV, as the show is set to be revived more than 30 years after the original ended. It will feature none other than Brassic star Damien Molony (The Split, Crashing) taking
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Students enjoy their first week back at school ahead of open evening
New students have been enjoying their first week at Wallingford School. Year 7 students, who moved up the secondary school in St George's Road last week, have made a positive first impression. They have been enjoying new experiences at the
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Town council apologises for lack of maintenance residents describe as 'ridiculous'
A town council has apologised to residents for grass verges not being maintained properly over the course of the year. Wallingford Town Council has released a statement acknowledgement that its maintenance of grass verges, which are strips of land
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U’s set midfielder goal target for first time in his career
OXFORD United have set a goal target for Idris El Mizouni for the first time in the midfielder’s career. The 23-year-old joined the U’s from Ipswich Town in July for a reported £400,000. El Mizouni came through the Tractor Boys academy, and
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Boss ‘would’ve hated to see’ winger join rival and play against U’s
DES Buckingham says the idea of Kyle Edwards playing against Oxford United after the club worked so hard alongside the player to get him fit played a part in offering the winger a short-term deal. At the beginning of the month, Edwards signed a
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Community business celebrated at regional awards
Community businesses across the district were celebrated at a special awards evening. The 12th annual Cherwell Business Awards 2024 celebrated the best of the district's business community. The ceremony, held at The Chesterton Hotel on Friday
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University building in 'critical state of disrepair' set to have much-needed refurb
A university building in a 'critical state of disrepair' is set to get a much-needed refurbishment. The University of Oxford has submitted proposals to demolish part of the third floor of the Sherrington Building within the University Science Quarter
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£30k-a-year private school speaks out after ‘inadequate’ Ofsted report
An Oxford private school has responded to a damning Ofsted report which labelled the institution as 'inadequate' and questioned the safety of pupils. Parents pay up to £30,500 a year at Oxford International College on London Place for pupils aged
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The intriguing history behind five of Oxford's oldest pubs
Oxford has lots of historic pubs and here is a selection which can claim to be among the oldest. The Mitre in High Street was one of Oxford’s most historic pubs until it shut in 2019 for a major revamp to improve student accommodation, and then
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Beer festival and unique carousel service opens Witney Feast 2024
A weekend of events marked the start of Witney Feast 2024. The 800-year-old tradition, originating in 1243, celebrates the opening of the ‘new’ St Mary’s Church in the town. There was a day of Bavarian fun at the Oktoberfest Beer Festival on
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People in Oxfordshire encouraged to take bus this month
People across Oxfordshire are being encouraged to take the bus this month. The Oxford Bus Group is taking part in the Bus Users UK Catch The Bus Month campaign and this year it celebrates buses and accessible travel. It is focused on highlighting
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Team continues to go from strength to strength after flying the flag for England
A RUGBY union side continues to go from strength to strength, and acted as flag-bearers when England’s Red Roses beat France earlier this month. Witney RFC’s girls team was disbanded more than a decade ago due to numbers and RFU stipulations on
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More than 100 objections to plans for 76 homes on Oxfordshire farmland
Swathes of objections have flooded in over major plans to build more than 70 homes on Oxfordshire farmland. A total of 138 people have sent their opposition to the scheme, submitted by Cilldara Group (Headington) Ltd, for the development of 76
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Landowner proposes new garden village on outskirts of town
A landowner hopes to build a garden village on the outskirts of an Oxfordshire town. Christ Church College, Oxford proposes building a 'new quarter' for Carterton called North Carterton Garden Village. The 2,504 hectare (6,188 acre) site to
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Get unlimited U’s news for just £1
FOR just £1, Oxford United fans can take advantage of the Oxford Mail’s late September flash sale. The U’s have adjusted to life nicely in Sky Bet Championship, back in the second tier of English football for the first time in 25 years, and you
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Single mum told to ‘call plumber’ by Thames Water amid water outage
A single mum was left astounded as Thames Water told her to call a plumber during a mass water outage near an Oxfordshire town. The incident occurred late on the evening of Monday, September 9, across the village of East Challow near Wantage with
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Hundreds of people enjoy Abingdon Heritage Weekend
Morris dancers entertained shoppers in Abingdon for the town's Heritage Weekend. There were a wide variety of events organised for the weekend by The Friends of Abingdon Civic Society, the town council, Abingdon County Hall Museum, and Abingdon
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Oxford hospital to pilot 'Act Now' sickle cell crisis campaign
The NHS is urging people to 'Act Now' in a sickle cell crisis. Oxford University Hospitals will be one of 18 pilot sites launching the new initiative this month. The 'Act Now' programme aims to improve the experience and clinical outcomes for
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Celebration of cask ale coming to Oxfordshire this month
A celebration of Britain's national drink is set to take place. Cask Ale Week 2024 will see pubs, breweries, and drinkers across the country - including Oxfordshire - celebrate cask ale. The event, organised by Cask Marque, will run from September
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Objections mount against plans to replace historic city centre cinema
Major plans to demolish an historic city centre cinema and replace it with an aparthotel have been met with growing "dismay' from locals. Applicant Marick Real Estate Limited submitted the scheme to Oxford City Council for the former Odeon cinema
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Bleed kits to be installed across Oxford to combat knife crime
The council has partnered with a writer and actor to install bleed kits across Oxford. Oxford City Council has teamed up with a theatre group to install the kits, which can be used to stop severe blood loss in emergency situations before paramedics
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Banbury Operatic Society gears up for next production
The next Banbury Operatic Society performances will take place in October. The charitable organisation, with more than 60 years of experience, is preparing to present its latest production, Kings & Queens. This extraordinary concert celebrates
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'Revenge porn' charge against man, 30, due to stand trial
A trial is due to take place for a man charged with a revenge porn offence. Kane Swatton, 30, appeared at Oxford Magistrates’ Court on September 13 charged with one count of disclosing private sexual photographs and films with intent to cause distress
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Calls for roadworks plan after town hit with 'gridlock'
A councillor is calling on Oxfordshire County Council to produce a plan informing residents of all future roadworks in a "gridlocked" town. Bicester town councillor for Bicester east, Sam Holland, is calling on the council to produce a comprehensive
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Blood found on football player's shoe after alleged attack
Blood was found on a football player’s trainer after he was accused of attacking an opposing member after losing a game. Michael Hicks, a former Chesterton FC player, is on trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with one count of assault occasioning
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Traders enjoy another successful market weekend in Oxfordshire town
The Wantage town market has enjoyed another big turnout even after over seven centuries. Markets have been held in Wantage since 1246 with some current traders even coming to the town for over 30 years themselves. One of the traders spotted
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Join up for free, friendly parkrun and a coffee in the pub after
The free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k Didcot parkrun takes place every weekend and organisers are keen for new people to sign up. Participants can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! The event takes place at Ladygrove park
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New homes could make sewage pipe problems worse in village
Thames Water is wasting hundreds of thousands of pounds on tankers to pump out leaks from ageing sewage pipes, according to one resident. Graham Steinsberg, who lives in Lower Radley, is lobbying Thames Water to invest money on repairing the pipes
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Book of condolence: Tributes to person killed on train tracks near Wantage
The Oxford Mail has opened a book of condolence for a person who was killed on train tracks in Oxfordshire. The incident happened at around 8.30am on Tuesday morning near Faringdon Road outside Wantage on the railway bridge. Police cars, ambulances
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Locations of new banking hubs revealed - see the full list
Fifteen banking hubs have been announced as new rules to support cash access in communities take effect. The hubs are spaces shared by several banks, where personal and business customers can access basic banking services and cash. They have