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Jeremy Clarkson raced to hospital for emergency surgery
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he was rushed to hospital over fears he was “days from death”. The former Top Gear host has revealed he underwent a heart procedure after experiencing a “sudden deterioration” in his health. Mr Clarkson, who currently
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See the leaderboard for Strictly Come Dancing 2024 week 5 as judges issue scores
Strictly Come Dancing has entered its fifth week for its 2024 series, which means the competition is beginning to heat up. This week's musical selections included She’s Always A Woman To Me by Billy Joel, Dog Days Are Over by Florence + The Machine
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Why You Should Try New Things
Taking new opportunities and trying new things may seem daunting to most, but it's actually one of the best things you can do for yourself. We often find ourselves drawn to the familiar, sticking to the same routines, doing the same things
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Des Buckingham reveals why he got yellow card during Baggies draw
DES Buckingham was booked by the referee for his body language rather than anything he said during Oxford United’s draw against West Bromwich Albion. With the scoreline at 1-0 to the Baggies six minutes into the second half, U’s head coach Buckingham
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U’s boss explains absence of winger from matchday squad
KYLE Edwards missed Oxford United’s draw at home to West Bromwich Albion after taking a knock to his ankle before the international break, U’s head coach Des Buckingham has said. Edwards wasn’t included in the United squad to face the team he joined
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Playgroup fundraisers take donations at Swinford toll bridge
Fundraisers took over Swinford toll bridge near Eynsham to persuade motorists to part with cash. Supporters of Botley playgroup and Bartholomew School, Eynsham, manned the bridge for 15 hours in 1989 to boost their funds. Drivers were happy
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Eighties band Fairground Attraction return with a new album
When I heard that the eighties band Fairground Attraction were visiting Oxford's New Theatre I knew I had to be there. I loved their debut album First Of A Million Kisses back in 1988, and wanted to hear its best songs again - A Smile In A Whisper
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Will you ‘Follow the Stars’ to Oxford?
The annual ‘Follow the Stars’ Christmas Carol Concert, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, has been a highlight of Oxford’s Christmas calendar for the past 27 years. This year it will be returning to the splendour of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford
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Northern Lights over Oxfordshire TONIGHT as warning issued
The Northern Lights are set to be visible again over Oxfordshire tonight. Stargazers across the country have been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, several times already in 2024. A red
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Police inadvertently find wanted man and arrest him for two different offences
Police in Oxfordshire inadvertently caught a wanted man and arrested him for two separate offences. Officers stopped a vehicle on the M40 near Junction 8A on Friday night and found that the driver tested positive on a drugs wipe for Cannabis.
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Firefighters called to residential street near city centre
Firefighters were called to a residential street near Oxford city centre. A fire engine was spotted on Magdalen Road off Cowley by a member of the public at around 4pm today Saturday, October 19. Firefighters could be seen holding tools at
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Initial reaction from Des Buckingham after U’s salvage late draw against West Brom
DES Buckingham praised the patience shown by Dane Scarlett at Oxford United after the Tottenham Hotspur loanee headed in a late equaliser for the U’s. The 20-year-old striker has made six Sky Bet Championship appearances for United, all from the
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Russell Brand made ‘no attempt to reopen Oxfordshire pub despite promise’
Russell Brand is facing a battle over his Oxfordshire country pub. The 49-year-old purchased an 800-year-old pub The Crown in the village of Pishill in 2020 which is just a mile away from Stonor. Mr Brand, who is being investigated by the Metropolitan
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James May says Top Gear format would need to change to get show back on TV
Former Top Gear presenter James May has suggested that the show's format would need some alteration if it were to return. May presented the BBC motoring show with Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond until 2015 when they left to host Prime Video
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James May calls Jeremy Clarkson ‘an arse’ and comments on controversy
James May has called Jeremy Clarkson an ‘arse’ and commented on his controversial nature. The pair along with Richard Hammond went their separate ways professionally earlier this month with the culmination of Prime Video's The Grand Tour. Having
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U’s rescue late point in stoppage time against Baggies
DANE Scarlett rescued a late point for Oxford United to preserve the club’s unbeaten home start to the season. A Karlan Grant strike just before half an hour had been played gave West Bromwich Albion the lead, and as the game looked to be getting
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Household items to scare away large spiders coming into Oxfordshire homes
Large spiders are coming into UK homes but several household items can be used to scare them away. Homeowners across the country have noticed a rise in the number of spiders as well as the size of them in recent weeks. This comes after news
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Hospital staff and friends cycle to Henley to raise funds for the JR
We said we couldn’t find the picture of the spirited cyclists who went on a long-distance ride for their hospital, but it has now come to light. Oxford Mail photographer Chris Love captured the intrepid group as they set off from the Churchill
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Camera club snappers play tricky guess the object game
Oxford Mail Camera Club snappers have been playing a 'guess the object' game. That was our latest weekly theme and they took a series of close-ups, or photos from unusual angles in a bid to baffle each other. It looks like there were some insects
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Motorcyclist hospitalised with ‘serious injuries’ in crash with lorry
A motorcyclist has been seriously injured in a crash with a lorry in Oxfordshire. The incident occurred at around 1.30pm yesterday (Friday, October 18), at the junction of the A4095 and Boddington Lane as a red Honda motorcycle and a white Volvo
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David Cameron spotted speaking to public in Oxfordshire
David Cameron has been spotted out and about speaking to Oxfordshire residents. The former Prime Minister was walking around Chipping Norton alongside fellow Conservatives ahead of the upcoming by-elections. He was seen with county and district
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Construction of new Oxford University college building will begin ‘soon’
A new building will be soon constructed at an Oxford University college. Somerville College has announced that construction on a flagship building at the heart of the University of Oxford’s new Radcliffe Observatory Quarter will begin shortly.
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Cheryl says the death of her son's father Liam Payne is 'earth shattering'
Girls Aloud singer Cheryl has described the death of former One Direction star Liam Payne as “earth shattering”, as she voiced fears over protecting their seven-year-old son Bear. Payne died after falling from a third floor balcony of the Casa
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UPDATES: Oxford United v West Bromwich Albion – live
6:19pm Des Buckingham reveals why he got shown a yellow card during the draw against West Brom
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Police rush to serious crash blocks major Oxfordshire motorway
12:51pm End of blog Traffic has eased but, as mentioned before, one lane will remain closed for the rest of today.
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Reason revealed why police cars flocked to Oxford street
The reason why police cars and an ambulance flocked to an Oxford street has been revealed. Several Thames Valley Police cars including undercover vehicles as well as an ambulance arrived at the mini roundabout between Hollow Way, The Slade and
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Disadvantaged Oxfordshire pupils' phonics skills worse than before the pandemic
The reading skills of the poorest pupils in Oxfordshire are worse than before the pandemic, new figures show. The Association of School and College Leaders said the long-term effects of Covid-19 and high rates of child poverty are holding back
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Vehicles clocked doing 90 on 20mph street used as 'racetrack'
Angry residents say their street is being used as a 'racetrack' with cars recorded hitting 90mph and houses 'shaking'. The residents association on Morrell Avenue in Oxford commissions ongoing professional traffic surveys. Its data shows less
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Former scientist dies after unwitnessed fall
An inquest has opened into the death of an Abingdon scientist. Malcolm Rand, 93, was a widowed former scientist who resided in Church Lane, Dry Sandford, near Abingdon. He died on September 25 at the City Community Hospital in Headington after
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Teen had injuries 'consistent with sexual assault', jury hears
A teenage boy who was reportedly sexually abused by a woman in Witney had injuries to his genitalia, a jury has heard. The young boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was allegedly assaulted by Osareen Omoruyi who is on trial at Oxford Crown
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What happens to the Cotswold property market in winter?
As we start to batten down the hatches and get the home fires burning for the cosy winter months ahead, does this mean the property market goes to sleep until next year? Well, not quite…! There is no doubt the number of new instructions launched
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U’s boss previews clash with experienced Baggies side
DES Buckingham says Oxford United will try and play their own game when they welcome a vastly experienced West Bromwich Albion side this afternoon. The U’s are unbeaten at home this season, with three wins and a draw in Sky Bet Championship, plus
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OxVox reflect on a sobering month for Oxford United
A SOBERING month for all at the club was brought painfully into focus last week with the passing of George Baldock, writes OxVox chair Paul Peros. This came on the back of losing fan and local footballer Jack Badger, who tragically took his own
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - DAVID MITCHELL, 64, of Purslane, Abingdon, pleaded guilty to one count of assault by beating on October 26 last year. He was fined £675 and an order was made for him not to contact the
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Feeling the cold? Here's how I made French onion soup in 4 simple steps
Now we're in the cold depths of autumn, you might be stuck for ideas in the kitchen. Specifically, comfort food that can guarantee to warm the cockles of your heart. The weather is miserable, the temperature has dropped and getting out of bed in
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DWP £50 fine warning to everyone on Universal Credit and other benefits
Universal Credit claimants, as well as those on other benefits, have been warned they could face fines of up to £50 this winter. Since October 2012, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has had the power to impose fines on benefit claimants
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Witch’s House event returns for upcoming half term
The Witch’s House is back at Cogges Manor Farm in West Oxfordshire for the upcoming October half term. People can visit this year's Manor House transformation, inspired by Roald Dahl's strange stories, from 10am to 4.30pm from October 25 to November
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Major Oxfordshire road to close for week-long bridge repair
A major road between Oxford and Reading will be closed for a week from next Sunday for bridge repair work. All through traffic on the Oxford Road for the bridge over the A34 at Lodge Hill will be diverted for the maintenance work, according to
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Jay Rayner reveals the thing he dislikes the most about modern dining
In his 25 years as a revered restaurant critic – and even after his most brutal takedowns – Jay Rayner says he never feels guilty. “I don’t, because I don’t do it lightly, and I don’t think you should ever do it lightly, you should pick your targets
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Oxford-based trio Three Idle Women to release debut album
A music group formed through their shared love of Oxford Canal are set to release their debut album. The Three Idle Women, an Oxford-based trio, will release 'All Hands Together' on Friday, November 8. The album celebrates the history, culture
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Bicester music project makes 'big impact' in the community
More than 175 people have attended music sessions, one-to-one lessons, and live music events in Bicester over the last year. Community music project, Music United, made a "big impact" across the town during the autumn and winter of 2023 and spring
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How smart are you? Take this pub quiz to find out your brain skills
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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Third of Brits are afraid to give women CPR, study finds
A third of Brits are afraid to give CPR to women because they are worried about touching their breasts, new research has shown. St John Ambulance has released the research which also shows 33 per cent of men are concerned they will be accused of
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Government awards funding to council to buy homes for Afghan refugees
A council has been awarded government funding to buy homes for Afghan refugees wanting to build their lives in the district. West Oxfordshire District Council has welcomed funding from the Department of Levelling Up and Communities (DHLUC) .
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Oxfordshire health services prepare for busy winter
Health and social care workers across Oxfordshire are preparing for the busy winter months. The county's hospitals, GP practices, social services, community health services, ambulance services, mental health services, and the voluntary sector are
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Community projects benefit from £200,000 Thames Valley fund
Community projects across the Thames Valley have benefitted from a £200,000 fund. The £200,551, seized from criminals, was awarded to 43 organisations by the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC). The successful groups were chosen from more than
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Fears expressed for households as surge in shoplifting offences reported
The dramatic increase in shoplifting offences in Oxfordshire has been linked to the rise in the cost of living. There has been a 98 per cent increase in charges for shoplifting offences across Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Milton
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How the Cotswolds is the place for body and spirit
One of the many wonderful things about exploring the Cotswolds on foot is that it’s not just about lengthy, hilly hikes. You can also enjoy fantastic scenery and Nature’s mood-boosting vibes on lots of shorter, flatter routes, including some of
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Fancy having your own party barn?
Home Farm is a fine four-bedroom country home with a one-bedroom annex, and large unconverted barn in the sought after village of Foxcote. A wonderful example of a classic Grade II-listed Cotswold residence, the property is set within over two
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New photos show Blenheim Palace's 'autumnal splendour'
New photos show the "carpet of colour" drawing visitors to Blenheim Palace this autumn. The UNESCO World Heritage Site near Woodstock is home to a range of wildlife, including egrets, 12 species of bat, and the largest number of ancient oak trees
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Controversial plans for five Oxfordshire countryside homes approved
Controversial plans to convert buildings in the Oxfordshire countryside into five homes have been approved. Applicant Butler and Duke Ltd applied for the development at Woodland Farm in Appleton Road, Longworth. Vale of White Horse District
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Thousands eligible for a free TV licence saving £170 - how to apply
The cost of a BBC TV Licence is now nearly £170. The household payment, which funds much of the corporation's operations, increased by £10.50 from £159 earlier this year. Previously the cost had been frozen, and was due to rise in line with