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Initial reaction from Des Buckingham after U’s battle back to point at Luton Town
DES Buckingham was delighted with the resilience and quality of football his Oxford United side showed as they battled back to claim a point at Luton Town. The U’s headed to Kenilworth Road off the back of their goalless draw at home to Burnley
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U’s fight back to claim a draw in pulsating clash at Luton Town
OXFORD United fought back from two goals down to claim a point in a pulsating clash at a wet and soggy Luton Town. Jordan Clark gave the Hatters a 10th minute lead, with that doubled by Tom Krauss eight minutes before the break. Tyler Goodrham
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Tour of former Oxfordshire RAF Cold War airbase officially sold out
A tour of a former Oxfordshire RAF base taking place this weekend has officially sold out. The RAF Upper Heyford Cold War Airbase Tour will take place this Sunday (October 6) and will include a tour lasting for more than three hours. The
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Disused bus shelter gets spooky makeover in time for Halloween
A disused bus shelter has been given a spooky makeover in time for Halloween. The South Leigh bus shelter is celebrating its 25th decorative scheme since June 2020. It was conceived at the start of the pandemic as a swap library since when
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Woman walks two ultramarathons in two days dressed as a horse for charity
A woman from Oxfordshire walked the length of two ultramarathons in a horse costume last weekend to raise money for a local charity. Chrissy Sunley from Bicester embarked on the impressive journey Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29
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Air pollution reduced by 50 per cent 'due to working from home'
Air quality in West Oxfordshire has dropped by half - partly due to the rise in working from home. The reduction in NO2 concentrations in Witney is thought to be due to a combination of factors, including the continuing popularity of WFH and an
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Oxfordshire country pub landlords hit back after objections to holiday let plan
Landlords of an Oxfordshire country pub have hit back after local residents objected to plans for a new holiday cottage. Geoff and Jackie Noquet took over Blaze-Inn Saddles in 2005 in the hamlet of Burdrop, near Sibford Gower. They have applied
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Advice on foiling keyless car thieves after spate of thefts from outside homes
Police are given advice on how to foil keyless car thieves after several instances of cars being stolen from just outside houses. Thames Valley Police said the offence normally involves keyless cars and normally happens overnight. However in
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Over 17,000 pensioners in Oxford received winter fuel payment last winter
More pensioners in Oxford received government support to help heat their homes last winter, new figures show. It comes as allowance cuts will see millions lose their winter fuel payments this year. Charities have raised concerns about the upcoming
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Burglar rides off on stolen bike after break-in
Police have shared an image of a bicycle that was stolen in the hope of reuniting it with its owners. The bike was stolen during a burglary in Benmead Road in Kidlington, said police. It happened during the daytime at around 10.45am on Wednesday
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UPDATES: Luton Town v Oxford United – live
11:34pm Des Buckingham was delighted with the resilience and quality of football his Oxford United side showed as they
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Road blocked following rush-hour crash on A34
6:05pm Thanks for following the live blog. For more traffic and travel news visit our live traffic feed. For
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Firefighters rescue baby accidentally locked in car
A one-year-old baby had to be rescued from a car after the child was accidentally locked in. A crew from Oxford's Rewley Road Fire Station were called to Abingdon at 10.05am today (Tuesday, October 1). Firefighter Dave Chapman said it was a
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Police boss denies sexual comment about PC Harper's widow at gross misconduct hearing
The former head of the Police Federation who has denied making a sexual comment about the widow of PC Andrew Harper told a disciplinary tribunal that he had only been “insistent” that she was given appropriate support. John Apter is accused of
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Eleven-year-old becomes county Short Mat Bowls champion
An 11-year-old has become Oxfordshire under-18 Short Mat Bowls champion. Thomas England, a pupil at Stonesfield Primary School, won the competition at Oxford & District Bowls Club on Sunday. The contest also acts as national qualifiers.
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'I never said that’- Jeremy Clarkson slams controversial quote in X drama
Jeremy Clarkson has denied saying a controversial quote on social media in a Twitter spat. The former Top Gear host has been making the headlines recently after buying The Windmill pub near Burford in Oxfordshire. After renaming it to The Farmer
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Town cinema set to close for roof works
Abingdon's Abbey Cinema is shutting for a fortnight so that contractors can complete a roof survey. The cinema is run from the Abbey Hall, part of the Guildhall, and will shut tomorrow until October 15 while the work takes place. This month
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Brownies group learns about fire safety on visit to Oxfordshire fire station
A group of Brownies learnt about fire safety at an Oxfordshire fire station last week. Bicester Fire Station invited a local group of Brownies, who are the section in the Girl Guides organisation for girls aged eight to 12-years-old, to visit the
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Fleet of new electric buses for Oxford is now on the roads
The final zero-emission vehicle in Oxford Bus Company’s new electric fleet has gone into service, representing a major milestone for the city. It means Oxford Bus Company has rolled out 104 electric vehicles onto the road as part of its efforts
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'I'll stab you, I'll shoot you': Man jailed for 'scary' street robbery
Three victims have told police they are ‘shocked’ after a man threatened to stab them in Abingdon if they did not hand over their bags. Keane Neal, 25, was sentenced at Oxford Crown Court on Tuesday (October 1) after the incident on July 29 last
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Oxfordshire cook Prue Leith reveals 80 top hacks in new book
Oxfordshire cook Dame Prue Leith has released a new cookbook revealing 80 of her best shortcuts to make cooking easier . Every recipe in Life’s Too Short to Stuff a Mushroom comes with an accompanying hint, tip or demonstration video. The book
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Television presenter Kate Humble to appear at food and farming event
Television presenter and writer Kate Humble will give a talk on her new book at an Oxfordshire farming centre. Home Made features inspiring stories from 20 people and contains over 60 sustainable recipes from farm to table. During the evening
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Last classic car event of 2024 in Oxfordshire town officially sold-out
The last Scramble event of 2024 is officially sold-out, with hundreds of motor enthusiasts set to descend upon the Bicester Heritage base this weekend. The final classic car event of the year will take place this Sunday (October 6) between 9am
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Sky News journalist awards Oxford University scholarship to Afghan woman
A Sky News journalist has awarded an Afghan woman with a scholarship to study at Oxford University. Over three years have passed since the Taliban swept into Kabul making it now 1,110 days since they banned women and girls from receiving a formal
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Healing Crystals UK: Types, Features, Use, Prices
In ancient times, healers, shamans, and spiritual adepts worked with the power of the mineral kingdom for magical protection and healing. Yet what once appeared to be an old practice now seems to be experiencing a revival, with many again turning
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Protein Powder for Women: Top UK Supplements That Work in 2024
Want to build more muscles or lose some weight? The best protein powder for women may help you reach your wellness goals. But which one is right for you? This guide explores the top supplements in powder form for ladies. Our #1 pick is Crazy Nutrition
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Town hall reopens after sewage leak forced it to close
An Oxfordshire town hall has reopened after a sewage leak forced it to close temporarily. Carterton Town Hall was closed yesterday (Monday, September 30) and reopened today (Tuesday, October 1), a spokesperson for Carterton Town Council has confirmed
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Warning you could be paying too much road tax as DVLA launches new service
The DVLA has announced a change to their online service, which will make taxing your vehicle easier. The organisation has launched a new service update that allows motorists to tax their vehicle even if they have lost their V5C (log book) and their
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Man arrested after spate of vehicle break-ins in Oxfordshire town
Police in Bicester have arrested a man after thefts from vehicles over the last two weeks. A 42-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the thefts and is currently in custody. Police are urging people to contact them if they have
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Driver escapes with minor injuries after tree falls on vehicle
An Oxfordshire country road was closed today after a tree fell onto a vehicle. Hanney Road was closed between Steventon and East Hanney as police worked to recover the vehicle. Police said the driver suffered minor injuries. READ MORE
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Young Le Manoir chef to take part in national competition final
An Oxford chef from Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons is set to take part in the final of a prestigious national competition. Reuben Flatman from Great Milton currently works as a Demi Chef de Partie at the esteemed TV chef’s countryside
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Land being transformed into nature restoration site will 'reduce flood risk'
Legal land agreement has been signed for a new 30-hectare nature recovery site in Oxfordshire which will help "reduce flood risk" to the area. Leading Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) provider, Environment Bank, has today (October 1) announced that
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Pubs across Oxfordshire praised in Good Beer Guide
Wheatley near Oxford has its first entry in the Good Beer Guide for many years after a village pub was highlighted for the consistently good quality of its beer. The Sun was reopened by Oxfordshire-based independent pub group Oak Taverns in December
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Triathletes compete in races despite extreme wet weather
Two Oxfordshire triathletes competed in races last weekend despite the previous wet weather. Nigel Chaney, who is part of Bicester Triathlon Club, was at the 'very hilly' Hever Castle near Kent to race the super sprint triathlon. However,
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Thames boat sinks deeper as Environmental Agency says no action will be taken
A sinking boat in Oxford has sunk deeper into the River Thames with the Environment Agency confirming no action will be taken. The canal boat which is moored in the city is identifiable by its brown wood and white-painted features but has been
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More than 350 Oxford homes to become council housing
More than 350 affordable, rented homes in Oxford are set to become council housing. Oxford City Council is expected to approve the £33.4 million sale of 168 completed OX Place homes to the housing revenue account, a ring-fenced account which can
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Celebrity hotspot hotel Estelle Manor tops rankings for best spa
An Oxfordshire celebrity hotspot hotel has been named amongst the best spas in the UK. This week, The Times and Sunday Times revealed their first definitive list of the 50 Best UK Spas, showcasing the finest spa destinations across the country.
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Partial road closure on M40 after crash
3:28pm The lane has now reopened. Thank you for folowing this live blog.
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Man pleads guilty after police find drugs in his underwear
A man has pleaded guilty after a number of drugs were found in his underwear. Police arrested the man, 19, on Sunday, September 29 while on a push bike patrol. They stopped and detained the man who they suspected was involved in drug supply
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Oxfordshire country road closed after tree falls onto vehicle
8:46am This is the road closed. (Image: AA) 8:42am
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ITV confirms The Real Full Monty has been 'rested' for the first time in 7 years
ITV has confirmed it is "resting" The Full Monty this year, usually fronted by Diversity star Ashley Banjo. The entertainment show which first launched with a men-only version in 2017, sees brave celebrities put through their paces, as they prepare
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Warnings for heavy rain and flooding across county
The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for heavy rain and possible flooding across Oxfordshire today. This comes after days of rain last week which led to severe flooding across the county. Drivers are being encouraged to plan
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More Oxford pensioners received winter fuel payment last year
More pensioners in Oxford received government support to help heat their homes last winter, new figures show. It comes as allowance cuts will see millions lose their winter fuel payments this year. Charities have raised concerns about the upcoming
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Oxfordshire prison a 'diabolical institution', says prisoner
A prisoner has described an Oxfordshire prison as a 'diabolical institution' in a damning newspaper article. The article was written about HMP Bullingdon near Bicester for Inside Time, a national newspaper for prisoners and detainees. It
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Maasai visit Pitt Rivers Museum to request return of sacred items
A delegation of Maasai visited Oxford's Pitt Rivers Museum to request the return of sacred items. Members of the five families from whom the objects were taken say the objects are so important they could only have been taken from their ancestors
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - ANDREEA MIHALACHE, 25, of London Road, Ipswich, pleaded guilty to driving dangerously in Garsington Road, Oxford on March 1 this year, driving without a licence, and driving without third-party
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'I question how necessary this is' - Plans for controlled parking criticised
An Oxford woman has criticised plans to introduce restricted parking in a road in Rose Hill, saying it will make access to a church and churchyard 'even more impossible'. Sally Pinnington made the comment about the plans for Westbury Crescent.
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'Gifted' teen jailed in 'sad and tragic' case after 'armed' robberies
A ‘young and academically gifted’ teenager has been imprisoned in a ‘very sad and tragic case of affairs’, a court has heard. Frazer Denboer had just achieved A and B grades in his GCSE exams before he robbed two Grove stores earlier this year,
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Download Energy Saver app for a chance to win £225 towards energy bills
Householders in Oxfordshire can win £225 to go towards their monthly fuel bills by downloading an energy-saving app. Oxfordshire County Council announced the competition in response to the energy price cap increase from Tuesday (October 1).
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Care home residents enjoy day out to heritage railway station
Residents of a Chipping Norton care home enjoyed a day out to a heritage railway station. The trip was organised by staff at Southerndown Care Home for the monthly Men's Club event. The home's general manager Arlene Acuavera said: "All the
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Jeremy Clarkson attends huge Fox Red Labrador meet up at his pub
Jeremy Clarkson and his partner Lisa Hogan paid a surprise visit to a huge meet-up of nearly 200 Fox Red Labradors at his pub at the weekend. Dog owners travelled from as far as Devon, Somerset and Yorkshire to attend the event at The Farmer's
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‘Heads should roll’: Drivers fume at traffic chaos caused by A34 closure
Drivers across Oxford have fumed after a closure on the A34 caused traffic chaos over the weekend. The A34, which is maintained by National Highways, was shut from 9pm on Friday night (September 27) until 6am on Monday morning (September 30).
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University of Oxford scientist addresses UN on tackling antimicrobial resistance
Access, prevention, and education are all key to tackling antimicrobial resistance across the world, a University of Oxford scientist has said. Professor Timothy Walsh, director of biology at the Ineos Oxford Institute for Antimicrobial Research
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Kidlington training organisation commits to sustainability
An organisation offering construction apprenticeships and courses said it is continuing with its "ongoing commitment to sustainability" by implementing a "wide range of impactful strategies". Kidlington-based ACE Training said it has "integrated
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Oxfordshire woman shares story of overcoming 10-year addiction
A 30-year-old Oxfordshire woman has shared her story of overcoming a 10-year drink and drug addiction online. Since publicly documenting her journey to sobriety, Hannah Viney has attracted more than 30,000 social media followers. She has also
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Murder trial to start this week after man, 32, stabbed to death
A murder trial after a man was stabbed to death in Oxford is due to start this week. Ryan Bryne, 24, of Hathaway Green Lane, Stratford-Upon-Avon, and George Stephens, 27, of no fixed abode, both face a murder charge after the death of Tobias Bruce
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Oxford residents' top bucket list destination revealed by new study
Buckingham Palace has been named alongside Niagara Falls and the Eiffel Tower as one of the most common destinations on Oxford residents' bucket lists. A recent study by travel experts at Desert Safari Dubai Tours & Tickets used Google Keyword
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UK patients’ choice: Best top 10 hair transplant clinics in Turkey
Discover the top hair transplant clinics in Turkey, favoured by UK patients for their exceptional care and natural results. Hermest is a leading hair transplant brand that provides services in partnership with accredited healthcare institutions
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Thame children urged to 'ditch the devices' to save sight
Children in Thame have been urged to "ditch the devices" as part of a nationwide campaign to promote the importance of good eye health. Ivan Cammack Optometrists supported National Eye Health Week, which ran from September 23 to 29. The campaign
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Blenheim Palace to welcome author to speak about new book on grief
Blenheim Palace is set to welcome author Clare Mackintosh for a launch event following the release of her new book about grief. The book, 'I Promise It Won’t Always Hurt Like This', was released in March and offers a guide to navigating grief,
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Children's home plan permitted despite neighbours' objections
A new children's home can be built in an Oxfordshire village, despite more than 30 objections. Alexandra Collins applied for the scheme to turn a former family home into a children's home in Park Close, Kirtlington. The planning application
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Pavilion renamed after football club legend - one year after funeral
Jim Smith (1969-2023) was the energetic and charismatic chair of Hinksey Park Football Club from 2009 - 2019, where his gifts for organising people and events were put to good use. His friends and colleagues paid warm tribute to him on Sunday
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Former U’s boss gives health update almost a year on from announcing cancer diagnosis
FORMER Oxford United manager Brian Horton has given an update on his health almost a year after announcing his cancer diagnosis. On October 20, Horton revealed he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer, the most common cancer in men, five months
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U’s boss warns of Hatters threats across the pitch
DES Buckingham has warned that Luton Town will pose threats across their team as opposed to just ‘one or two players’. The Hatters were relegated from the Premier League last season, finishing six points adrift of safety, but claimed victories
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Campaign group criticises Government's new housing targets
An Oxford campaign group has criticised the government's new housing targets, saying more should be invested into public housing. POETS (Planning Oxfordshire’s Environment and Transport Sustainably) is a group of senior planning, environment and
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Man accused of wearing nappy whilst sexually assaulting child
An Abingdon man is accused of forcing two young girls to wear nappies whilst ‘cradling’ them and wearing an adult nappy himself, a jury has heard. Christopher Jones is on trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with four counts of sexual offences against
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Late night entertainment could return to former nightclub site
Late night drinking could return to the site of a former nightclub in Abingdon. Strattons nightclub closed in 2012 and Results gym moved into part of the space. For decades, clubbers enjoyed heading to the club - known in the town as 'Stickies