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Former First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond has died aged 69
Former First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond has died aged 69. The former SNP MSP, who was the current leader of the Alba Party, was First Minister of Scotland between 2007 and 2014. It's understood Salmond passed away after giving a speech
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Rescue teams join major search operation for missing 67-year-old woman
Search and rescue teams joined the hunt for a 67-year-old woman missing for over a week. Parkrun in University Parks in Oxford was cancelled 'at the last minute' this morning (October 12) when organisers were told a ‘major police operation’ was
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Conservative leader hopeful Kemi Badenoch meets Party members
Conservative leadership candidate Kemi Badenoch has been campaigning in Oxfordshire. The former business secretary met with local Conservatives in Didcot on Saturday afternoon (October 12). Ms Badenoch and Robert Jenrick are the final candidates
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'Young Gaolers' in church show in 1990
Groups and individuals, young and old, flocked to take part in three performances of a show with music, dance and drama. Among those who appeared in Tam Lin, a tale going back to Saxon times, were the singers above, Robert Legg, 11, and Sian Jones
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Comedian Lucy Porter set to visit Didcot on new tour
Comedian Lucy Porter is set to visit Didcot with her new show as she embarks on a national tour. The tour, which began in September, will see Ms Porter perform her show about regrets. Titled 'No Regrets,' it will see her delve into her past
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The UK's biggest spider believed to be hiding inside UK homes
The UK has 650 different species of spiders, and the largest among them is the cardinal spider. Cardinal spiders, known internationally as Tegenaria Parietina, have been recorded to grow up to 14cm. Typically found in buildings or on walls,
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Warning to stay away after residents evacuated from dangerous building
The risk of a dangerous structure collapsing has prompted a warning for members of the public to avoid the building and road in Oxfordshire town. A dangerous structure was identified at 3 West St Helen’s Street in Abingdon last week. Three
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Workman adopts dog he rescued after finding it all alone
A workman adopted a dog he helped rescue after finding it alone. Oxford dog warden Ady shared pictures of the dog during an appeal to find the owner. Sadly no one came forward. However, following checks, the dog was allowed to be rehomed
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'Idiot award' goes to person who lobbed pumpkin at a moving car
A driver had a lucky escape after a pumpkin was thrown at their car. Pictures shared by Thames Valley Police's roads unit show the side of the glass shattered and orange pulp smeared across the windscreen. The force said the culprit was up
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Chiltern Railways unveils first refurbished train in fleet getting £12m upgrade
The first train in a fleet which is undergoing a £12 million refurbishment has been unveiled by Chiltern Railways. The operator's Class 168 fleet is being modernised with features such as improved Wi-Fi, USB sockets, a full repaint, and an overhaul
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Wallingford toilet block gets accessibility upgrade
A toilet block in Wallingford has been given a major overhaul to make it more accessible for disabled users. The new Cattlemarket Car Park toilets have replaced the old 1960s block that was in a poor condition and in need of refurbishment.
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Children help Ted to win a big allotment trophy for Rose Hill
These children played their part in helping Oxford allotment holders win a top national prize. We revealed how the Rose Hill Allotments Association beat 11 other finalists from all over England to become the Garden Society of the Year (Memory Lane
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Oxford author 'moved to tears' by discovery of great-uncle's remains on Everest
The Oxford-based great-niece of a British mountaineer said she was 'moved to tears' after his remains were believed to have been found on Everest, after 100 years of speculation surrounding his disappearance. Andrew “Sandy” Irvine was the youngest
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Where to find your pumpkins in the run-up to Halloween
Families are now on the lookout for pumpkins in the run-up to Halloween and we are featuring some photos from our archives of spooky fun at this time of year. Lots of supermarkets stock pumpkins but there are other places you can go for scary celebrations
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Nurse with titanium jaw and rare medical conditions to tackle Oxford Half
A nurse with a titanium jaw and myriad rare medical conditions is set to run the Oxford Half to inspire those going through something similar to not “give up hope”. Toni Bull was given the nickname Titanium Toni – which she said perfectly “encompasses
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Camera club snappers pick out mushrooms
Oxford Mail Camera Club snappers have been picking out photos of mushrooms for their latest weekly theme. They took pictures of fungi in various locations in Oxford and around the county. There were also photos taken on Dartmoor and in the
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Hoax pickled dragon in a jar goes on display in The Story Museum
A "pickled dragon" which hoaxed the world's press is on display at The Story Museum in Oxford. When the preserved foetus of a dragon, complete with wings, talons and a miniature tail, turned up in Oxfordshire in 2004 the discovery seemed too good
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Richard Hammond comments on Grand Tour amid Clarkson and May reunion rumours
Richard Hammond has talked about the Grand Tour amid online rumours of a reunion with Jeremy Clarkson and James May. The trio went their separate ways professionally earlier this month with the culmination of Prime Video's The Grand Tour. Having
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Parts of UK face frosty weekend with cold air from the Arctic, Met Office says
The UK can expect a frosty weekend along with cold air from the Arctic, according to the Met Office. More wintry conditions and chilly weather will mean most people in the UK will need to reach for their coats over the next couple of days, forecasters
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What score can you get? Take this pub quiz to find out how you score
The weekend is here which can only mean one thing, it's time for the weekly pub quiz. Perfect if you're taking a trip to the pub this weekend, this quiz will let you brush up on some of that unusual but essential knowledge for the occasion.
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Are electric toothbrushes better than normal toothbrushes? Dentist reveals all
In recent years, the electric toothbrush has soared in popularity among people who believe its pros far outweigh those of a manual toothbrush. But is that true? If you've ever been to the dentist (we pray that you have), you'll know they tell
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'It's silly' - High Court rules calling a man bald could be sexual harassment
The High Court has ruled that using the word 'bald' against a man could be considered sexual harassment, which has caused some disbelief among some social media users. It follows a lengthy legal case brought by electrician Tony Finn who claimed
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Everything to know on the FA Cup 1st Round draw including how to watch
The final round of qualifying for the FA Cup is set to take place this weekend (October 12-13) which means the draw for the 1st Round will be occurring soon. At this stage clubs from the EFL will get involved against non-League sides who have made
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Police at scene of crash on major roundabout
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Police cordon off major Oxford street as officers descend
A major Oxford street was cordoned off this week as police officers descended. New High Street in Headington was cordoned off by Thames Valley Police yesterday morning (Friday, October 11). Locals were left wondering why the street by the Headington
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New court and crime podcast OUT NOW: Murder trial
A brand new episode of the Oxford Mail's newest crime podcast is out now. The Oxfordshire Court and Crime Podcast takes listeners behind the scenes of all the latest trials, sentences, and more taking place across Oxfordshire’s courts. The
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Controversial scheme for cycle path in Oxford park back before planning committee
Controversial plans for a new cycle path and landscaping at an Oxford park will be back before the planning committee. Oxford Direct Services had its application for Donnington Recreation Ground initially permitted by Oxford City Council's planning
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Everything you need to know ahead of the Oxford Half Marathon
Thousands of runners are expected to fill the streets of Oxford for the city's half marathon this weekend. This year's event, taking place on Sunday, October 13, will feature 13,000 runners after it sold out in record time. It falls during
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Man on trial for murder had knife named 'Simon the Slice', jury heard
An alleged murderer had a knife called ‘Simon the Slice’, a jury has heard. Ryan Byrne, 24, of Hathaway Green Lane, Stratford-Upon-Avon, and George Stephens, 27, of no fixed abode, are on trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with the murder of Tobias
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Oxford United players turn out for restaurant's exclusive event
Oxford United players joined the founder of an Oxford restaurant for an exclusive event recently. Chef and founder of Six By Nico, Nico Simeone, exchanged culinary tips and success stories with the players at his restaurant. The event was part
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Mother 'shocked' her daughter was allegedly raped as child, jury heard
The mother of a young girl who was allegedly sexually abused by a pensioner told a jury she was ‘shocked’ by her daughter's confessions. Donald Davies, 84, is currently on trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with child sex offences which allegedly
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UK households could be due £170 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?
UK households could be due a £169.50 refund on the cost of their TV Licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence in order to watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. However, you could be
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First look at new obelisk planned for housing development
The first sketches of designs for a new limestone obelisk planned for a housing development in Woodstock have been released. Blenheim Estate Homes has unveiled the designs for the obelisk, which will be the centrepiece of Market Square at its Park
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Vet issues warning to dog owners over 'Garbage Gut' dangers
Dog owners are being warned of the dangers of Garbage Toxicosis, sometimes known as Garbage Gut. Walkies is the highlight of the day for most dogs - in fact, recent research shows that ‘walk’ is one of the words which gets our dogs’ tails wagging
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New exhibition to celebrate 200 years since dinosaur discovery
The 200th anniversary of the first scientific description of a dinosaur is set to be celebrated in Oxford with a new exhibition. Breaking Ground, opening at Oxford University Museum of Natural History on October 18, explores the significant 19th-century
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Cause of death of builder found in field confirmed by coroner
The cause of death of a builder from Chinnor has been confirmed by a coroner, an inquest has heard. Jason Conder, 34, was found dead in a field behind his home address in Braken Road, Chinnor on September 21 this year. A paramedic from South
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New figures show a rise in Oxford smokers
More adults in Oxford were smokers last year, new figures show – bucking the trend across the UK. It comes as public health charity Action on Smoking and Health urged the Government to bring forward its bill to end the sale of tobacco and to create
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Oxfordshire wildlife trust invites public to join Big Wild Walk
Oxfordshire residents have been invited to create their own autumn fundraising challenge to help restore nature. Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust's (BBOWT) Big Wild Walk aims to be the biggest yet, encouraging wildlife
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Fewer religious hate crime offences recorded by police in Thames Valley
Police logged fewer religious hate crimes in Thames Valley last year, new figures show. It comes despite England and Wales seeing a dramatic rise in religious hate crime offences. This was largely driven by significant increases in hate crimes
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Record number of prosecutions against stalking in Thames Valley, figures show
The number of prosecutions against stalking crimes in Thames Valley reached a record high last year, new figures show. It comes as the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) called on police forces to take urgent action to improve the way
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - LEON BATEMAN, 32, of George Moore Close, Oxford, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive or insulting words/behaviour with the intent to cause another person to believe that immediate