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More homes could be flooded in town warns Environment Agency
More homes could be flooded in Abingdon following heavy rain, residents have been warned. People living in the Chaunterell Way area off Drayton Road have been affected yet again after the River Ock burst its banks. Some residents homes have
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Oxfordshire triathlete competes for Team GB at European championships
An Oxfordshire triathlete recently competed for Team GB at a European championships following years of training. Graham Hazleton, who is a member of Bicester Triathlon Club, competed in Vichy, France at the standard distance event. The event
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Multi-vehicle crash near Oxford as rain hammers down
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Police find 'substantial amount of drugs' on youth following 'foot chase'
Thames Valley Police officers found a "substantial amount of drugs" on a male today in Oxford following a "foot chase". Officers from Oxford Neighbourhood Policing say they were out on foot patrols earlier today (Wednesday, September 25) when a
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Man hospitalised after bike lock thrown at his head
A man in his 50s has been hospitalised after a bike lock was thrown at his head in Oxford, police say. The incident happened after a man pushed the victim, a man in his 50s, to the floor before striking him and throwing a bike lock at the victim
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Tree that killed teen was an 'accident waiting to happen' says mum
A tree that fell and killed a 19-year-old last year was an "accident waiting to happen", his mum has stated during an inquest hearing this week. Alexander Kippax,19, was struck by a falling tree in King George Playing Fields off Botley Road on
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U’s boss recalls ‘dark days’ after difficult start with club
DES Buckingham says he went through ‘some real dark days’ last season after enduring a difficult start at Oxford United. The 39-year-old was appointed U’s head coach in November and endured a challenging start to life back at his hometown club.
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Body found by police after 'fear for welfare' incident
A body has been found in Banbury following a "fear for welfare" incident, police have confirmed. Thames Valley Police vehicles were seen near Swan Close Road in the town before 9am this morning and a spokesman for the force said officers were responding
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Extensive injury update on U’s squad ahead of Clarets clash
DES Buckingham has provided an extensive injury update on his Oxford United squad, including Josh McEachran, who was forced off at Bristol City. The U’s are without at least six players for their home clash against Burnley on Saturday, including
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U’s boss reveals the two countries he would like to work in later in career
BOTH Japan and the United States are countries which would interest Des Buckingham later in his coaching career. Oxford United’s boss had already worked in Australia, New Zealand and India prior to joining the U’s last November. Asked what
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Traffic delays on major A road near Oxfordshire town
3:18pm ℹ️ UPDATE - 2:59PM All vehicles have been recovered following the incident on the #A4130 between
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New heavy rain warnings issued by Met Office - What if I can't get to work?
The Met Office has issued further amber and yellow weather warnings across most of England and Wales. Yesterday, severe floods caused travel chaos across the country. Roads and schools closed after extreme rainfall yesterday, and more is expected
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Police rush to crash on major city road
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Schools strengthen partnership as youngest pupils move to infant school site
Two schools which provide primary education are set to strengthen their partnership with the youngest learners moving to the infant school site. St Mary’s CE Infant School and The Batt CE Primary School in Witney have worked increasingly closely
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Woodland regeneration group celebrate 25 year anniversary with special event
A woodland regeneration group held an event in an Oxfordshire village at the weekend to celebrate its 25 year anniversary. Friends of Island Pond Wood is an ongoing maintenance and regeneration project for Island Pond Wood in Launton near Bicester
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Oxfordshire artist 'shocked' after knitted ox raises more than £2,500 at auction
A Didcot artist has spoken of her 'shock' after her knitted ox raised more than £2,500 for charity. Rachel Crook, known locally as Yarnsy, sold Tony the ox for £2,800 at the recent auction following the OxTrail art installation. The auction
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Oxfordshire woman crowned Community Leader of the Year
An Oxfordshire woman has been named Community Leader of the Year at the Digital Women Awards. Claire Waite-Brown, who lives just outside Oxford, is the founder of the Creativity Found Collective and was recognised for her efforts in building a
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Roll up, roll up! The circus is coming to town
Roll up, roll up! Circus Ginnett is back in town with a completely new production. The traditional circus run in a modern style is promising a one-hour, jam-packed, fun-filled family-friendly show with its talented artists performing incredible
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Village church hopes to raise £150,000 to convert the old choir vestry
Members of a village church near Wallingford are hoping to raise £150,000 to install a new toilet and severy. St Mary’s Magdalene Church, in The Street, Crowmarsh Gifford, has been granted the faculty to proceed with plans for a new toilet and
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Controversial comedian Ricky Gervais announces gig in Oxford
Ricky Gervais launched a dig at Oasis while announcing a new gig in Oxford. The controversial comedian is taking his new Mortality tour around the UK and revealed several dates on Tuesday including a show in the city next month. Mr Gervais
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Shock takeover for pub in east Oxford
A pub in east Oxford is getting its old name back after it was bought by new owners. Morgan Pub Company, which runs The Grapes in George Street, and Gardeners Arms in North Parade, has taken over the Angel & Greyhound in St Clement's. The move
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Des Buckingham admits he has been offered chance to leave U’s since promotion
DES Buckingham admits the opportunity has been presented to him to leave Oxford United, but his commitment to the U’s is unwavering. United’s head coach has been tenuously linked with jobs in the aftermath of the club’s promotion via the Sky Bet
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More flooding likely as Met Office issues yellow weather warning
More flooding in Oxfordshire is expected after a major weather warning was given. The Met Office issued a yellow rain warning on Wednesday morning for the rest of the week with more downpours expected in the county. Heavy rainfall on Sunday
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What is the national speed limit on a single carriageway? Experts explain
The national speed limit on a single carriageway road in the UK is generally 60mph, however, that can vary depending on the type of vehicle you are driving. The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your
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School announces sudden emergency closure
An Oxfordshire school has announced an unexpected emergency closure today. Langford Village Community Primary School near Bicester has been left partly open on Wednesday morning with the attached Starlings Nursery closed. Despite several schools
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Tesco Extra store with flooded car park remains closed
Abingdon Tesco Extra store remains closed today after its car park flooded. The store off Marcham Road is one of the supermarket chain's biggest in the country. More than a month's worth of rain hit Oxfordshire in 24 hours on Sunday and Monday
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Ex-Police Federation chairman 'made sexual comment' about PC Harper's widow
The former head of the Police Federation made a sexual comment about the widow of PC Andrew Harper, who was dragged along the road by a vehicle, a disciplinary tribunal has heard. John Apter said he would like to “comfort” PC Harper’s widow Lissie
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Person hospitalised after incident on train tracks as police called to station
A person has been hospitalised after an incident on the tracks at an Oxfordshire rail station. British Transport Police officers were called to the Goring and Streatley railway station at 4.53pm yesterday (Tuesday, September 24). Reports of
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Hoops suffer fifth defeat of season with heavy loss
CALLUM Stewart’s hat-trick condemned Oxford City to their fifth defeat of the season in a 4-1 loss at Leamington. Zac McEachran forced an early save out of Callum Hawkins, but the Hoops found themselves a goal down just after the half hour mark
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Cheetahs see grand final first leg postponed
OXFORD Cheetahs have seen the first leg of their Championship play-off final postponed. Sandy Lane was due to host the home leg against Poole Pirates this evening, prior to the return meeting in Dorset on Friday, with the aggregate winners crowned
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Phillip Schofield breaks Channel 5 silence to share 'how he spent his summer'
Phillip Schofield has broken his silence after confirming he will return to television 16 months after leaving This Morning. The former TV star has filmed a Channel 5 special called Cast Away, which follows a “celebrity marooned on an inhabited
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Public warned to 'AVOID THE AREA' as police cars descend on street
Police in Oxfordshire have warned the public to avoid an area. Thames Valley Police cars have descended on an area of Banbury following a "fear for welfare" incident. A spokesperson for the force said: "We are currently on scene at a 'fear
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Nationwide offering 'tempting £175 free cash' offer to any UK customer
Nationwide is offering a deal to potential new customers from Wednesday, September 25 – offering a financial incentive to those switching their current account. People who switch to banking with Nationwide through the Current Account Switch Service
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Police and ambulances race to roundabout after serious crash
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Cadbury discontinues chocolate in decision fans say has 'ruined Christmas'
Cadbury has confirmed its has discontinued a popular festive chocolate from its range just months out from Christmas 2024. The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including Freddos, Boost, Crunchie, Creme Eggs
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Seven miles of standstill traffic on A34 as police attend two incidents
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City knifeman NAMED and charged by police
An Oxford man has been named and charged by police after a variety of knife offences. Kofie John-Welch of Druce Way was charged on Tuesday evening with threatening a person with a bladed article, affray and assault occasioning actual bodily harm
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Warnings in place as Oxfordshire enters third day of flooding
2:04pm National Highways update Met Office Yellow Warnings are in place this week for more rain. ⚠️☔⚠️⛈️Take
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Row over £80 residents' parking scheme for 'poorest communities in Oxford'
A political row has broken out over proposals that would see householders in "the poorest communities" of Oxford paying £80 a year to park outside their own homes. Oxfordshire County Council is proposing to introduce residential parking permits
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Cheetahs skipper and boss preview play-off final first leg
OXFORD Cheetahs are gearing up for the first leg of their Championship play-off final tonight. Sandy Lane will host the home leg against Poole Pirates this evening, prior to the return meeting in Dorset on Friday, and the aggregate winners will
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County hit by a month’s rainfall in just 24 hours as floods strike again
Oxfordshire has had a month’s worth of rainfall in just 24 hours as floods hit the county for the second successive day. The heavy downpours first occurred on Sunday night but then continued throughout Monday. After brief break spells on Monday
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Academic summer school provider presented with King's Award
An academic summer school provider has been presented with a prestigious award by the Lord Lieutenant of Oxfordshire. It was announced on May 6 that Oxford Royale had received the King's Award for Enterprise in International Trade. The award
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Alleged robbery victim 'scared for his life' after being threatened with a knife
An alleged robbery victim has told a jury he was 'scared for his life' after he was threatened with a knife. John Loveridge, 33, and Jade Harper, 29, both of Between Towns Road, in the Cowley area of Oxford, are on trial at Oxford Crown Court.
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Rise in 'addictive-like behaviours' among teenagers towards social media
Health experts have called for more to be done to protect teenagers from “potentially damaging” social media use as Oxford researchers raise concerns over the impact of video games. A new study found that an average of 11 per cent of teenagers
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Buses trial new diversion route off Botley Road in Oxford
Buses have been trialling a new diversion route off Botley Road in Oxford. The new circular route includes Abbey Road, Cripley Place and Cripley Road, and a bus turning circle is required because part of Botley Road needs to be sealed off and dug
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Date announced for reopening of popular pub after restoration
A 16th century inn is ready to reopen after an extensive refurbishment. Sam and Georgie Pearman will open The Mason’s Arms with rooms above in Clanfield, near Bampton, next month. The pub was bought by their hospitality group Country Creatures
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16 residents object to plans for two homes in Oxford suburb
More than 15 residents are objecting to plans to replace a house in an Oxford suburb with two. Changlong Sun has submitted an application to Vale of White Horse District Council for the houses in Cumnor Hill in Botley. It will be decided
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Club vice-chair thanks community for support a week on from midfielder’s death
ABINGDON United vice-chair Stefan Caira has thanked the Oxfordshire community for its support a week on from the announcement of midfielder Jack Badger’s death, aged just 24. Clubs across the county were quick to pay tribute to Badger, while an
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Community rallies after footballer’s tragic death
Several communities in Oxfordshire have rallied together following the tragic death of a young footballer. Jack Badger from Wantage was a talented midfielder playing for Abingdon United having already played for local side Wantage Town. The
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Burnley expert on what to expect from the Clarets
OXFORD United welcome Burnley on Saturday, looking to build on home form which has garnered three wins from three Sky Bet Championship games. The Clarets, relegated from the Premier League last season, will undoubtedly pose the biggest threat to
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Sewage campaigners warn 'steer very clear' of lake that turned GREEN
Campaigners said they would ‘steer very clear’ of a lake in a country park that has turned green. Witney Lake is blanketed with a bloom of blue-green algae which the town council said posed "potential health risks to both humans and dogs".
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Cheetahs set for two chances of silverware at business end of season
OXFORD Cheetahs have two chances of silverware as the business end of the 2024 Championship season gets underway at Sandy Lane tonight, writes Leon Foster-Hill. The Cheetahs have been in superb form all season, finishing in second place and setting
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Man died following post-operation 'complications' at Oxford hospital
The family of a man who died following post-operation complications had concerns about the consent process and his time spent in hospital following the procedure, an inquest has heard. David John Pitcher, who resided in Harwell, near Didcot, was
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Chefs plan to launch new winter menu at The Store hotel
Chefs at The Store hotel in Oxford are working to create a new winter menu. The 101-bedroom boutique hotel on the site of the former Boswells department store opened in Oxford on May 7 and visitors have been flocking to its stunning rooftop terrace