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Snake that grows up to 2m long could live in UK homes, study says
The Aesculapian snake, which is one of Europe’s largest, growing up to about 2 metres in length, is thought to be living in homes across the UK. A study suggests the species is making itself comfortable in attics and wall cavaties of UK homes,
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A34 closure in place as motorists 'caught unawares'
A key section of the A34 have been closed off overnight as motorists are urged to plan ahead of travelling. The A34 northbound is closed from Hinksey Hill to Peartree Interchange near Oxford tonight (Friday, October 25). Planned works are
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Man sent to prison over theft of statues worth £78k
A man has been sentenced to prison after stealing three statues worth £78,000 from a home in Chinnor. Thames Valley Police’s rural Crime Taskforce, Aron Mihai aged 38, of Radstock Avenue, was sentenced to 10 months in prison for the theft at Oxford
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Incidents on Oxford by-pass cause rush hours chaos as both lanes shut
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Oxfordshire MP calls for Thames Water to go into special administration
An Oxfordshire MP is calling for Thames Water to be put into special administration as the government announced a new Independent Water Commission. This will deliver the biggest review of the industry since privatisation. The Liberal Democrats
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'We have no confidence in Thames Water', declare South Oxfordshire Council
South Oxfordshire District Council has declared they have no confidence in Thames Water after a motion passed at its latest council meeting. The motion also called for the government to put the company into special administration and return it
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'Heroic' police officer commended for saving man who tried to take own life
A 'heroic' police officer has been commended for saving a man who intended to take his own life on the M40. In a ceremony hosted by Thames Valley Police, Chief Constable Jason Hogg presented PC Henry Johnson with a commendation for his actions
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Delays continue on major Oxfordshire road after early morning crash
One lane of a major Oxfordshire road is expected to remain through the overnight hours due to emergency barrier repairs. There was a crash on the A34 southbound between the junctions for Islip the A44 which caused the whole road to close.
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Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond in Top Gear legal dispute
Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond are involved in a Top Gear legal dispute. The trio have worked together for 22 years on globally popular shows Top Gear and The Grand Tour forming an iconic presenting partnership. Having worked
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Images released after 'unprovoked' attack outside city centre nightclub
Police investigating an 'unprovoked' attack outside an Oxford city centre nightclub have released CCTV images of three people they want to question. The incident happened after three people, two men and a woman, were assaulted outside the Bridge
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Oxfordshire village street set to close next week
A road in Adderbury, Oxfordshire, is set to close next week due to maintenance works. Berrymoor Road, a residential road just off Broughton Road, will close for two nights next week between 8pm and 6am. The closures will take place from Monday
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Baker praised on popular show for replica of Oxford museum
A baker from Reading has been praised on a Channel 4 baking show for her replica of Oxford University’s Museum of Natural History. Emma, who lives in Reading, spent 64 hours replicating the Oxfordshire building in a cake form. The baker used
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Oxfordshire resident Kate Bush 'very keen' to make new album
Kate Bush plans to trade in her quiet South Oxfordshire life to record a new album, saying she’s ‘very keen’ to make new music. In an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour to promote a new short film the 66-year-old singer wrote and directed,
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Top hygiene ratings given to five Cherwell restaurants and pubs
The Food Standards Agency has given out 5 star ratings to five different pubs and restaurants in area Cherwell area. The food safety inspector has awarded the popular eateries a top score to the following restaurants and pubs. The Coach and
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Inquest opens after mother admitted to 'quietly ending' her son's life 40 years ago
A coroner has opened an inquest on a seven-year-old boy from Abingdon who died more than 40 years ago - after his mother admitted killing him to "quietly end his life." The woman told how she had asked her cancer-suffering son if he wanted her
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Town mayor attends annual Apple Day event
A town's mayor attended an annual Apple Day event last weekend. Langford Community Orchard Group hosted the event in Bicester on Sunday, October 20, with Damien Maguire, the town's mayor in attendance. Visitors enjoyed apple pressing demonstrations
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Pet owners warned of anxiety and upset stomachs as a result of clocks changing
Pet owners should gradually adjust the routines of their animal companions before the clocks go back as sudden changes can cause confusion, anxiety and even an upset stomach, an expert has said. Dr Jeffrey Kelu, a researcher in circadian rhythms
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Elderly man dies in town following medical incident on Oxfordshire street
An elderly man has died in Bicester following a medical incident. Thames Valley Police said they were called to Shakespeare Drive in Bicester just after 2pm yesterday (Thursday, October 24) following reports a man had suffered a 'medical incident
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Son of blood scandal victim wins Pride of Britain award for campaining
The son of an infected blood scandal victim has won a Pride of Britain Award for his “tireless campaigning” for justice. Jason Evans, 35, from Coventry, became involved in the fight after his father Jonathan died when he was four after being infected
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Ex-senior police officer to lead review into force's racial discrimination
A former senior police officer has been appointed to lead an independent review into a Thames Valley Police (TVP) racial discrimination case. Police and crime commissioner for the force Matthew Barber announced yesterday (October 24) that Kerrin
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Oxfordshire care home resident celebrates 101st birthday
A resident of an Oxfordshire care home recently celebrated her 101st birthday. Margaret Loose, who has been living at Benson House near Wallingford for the last 18 months, celebrated the special milestone surrounded by her family and staff.
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Allotment holder speaks out after 'newcomer' comment at feisty meeting
A member of the audience at a feisty Oxfordshire allotment association meeting has spoken out after being told 'I don’t want newcomers to the village'. Anger was expressed after Chinnor Allotments and Gardening Association (CAGA) held a meeting
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Lib Dem MPs call on budget to boost local government funding
Oxfordshire MPs have written a letter to the chancellor asking for greater local government funding, especially for SEND provision, adult social care and highways maintenance. Oxfordshire’s five Liberal Democrat MPs have written to Rachel Reeves
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Oxfordshire MPs calls for water regulator to be replaced
Oxfordshire's Liberal Democrat MPs have responded to the government's announcement of a new review of the water industry by demanding that the regulator Ofwat be replaced. Earlier this week the government announced a new Independent Water Commission
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Look out for this 'very rare' 50p coin as it sells for more than £100 on eBay
Check your pockets, wallets, purses and corners of your home as a 50p coin has sold for 214x its face value on eBay. The seller said the Atlantic salmon 50p coin is “very rare to find” but there is a chance you’ll come across this coin in your
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The most common types of mould in your home and how to get rid of them
Mould can become a huge problem for homeowners if it is left untreated since this common property issue can cause a range of serious health conditions. Allowing mould to take hold in your house allows harmful spores to float in the air, and settle
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Warning issued after spike in fly-tipping in North Oxfordshire
An increase in fly-tipping and littering in north Oxfordshire has led Cherwell District Council to issue a warning. The council is reminding residents that they could be fined for illegally dumping their waste, no matter how large or small the
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When do the clocks change in 2024 and why?
With winter drawing in, the days are getting shorter and shorter and November is fast approaching. To make up for the shortening days, the clocks will go back across the UK this weekend, giving us an extra hour of much needed sunlight as we approach
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Olive oil under 'lock and key' in supermarkets as prices soar to £16 a bottle
If you've been out for the weekly shop recently you may have noticed the 'extortionate' rise in olive oil prices. It's been happening steadily all year in fact. You'll be hard-pressed to find a bottle of olive oil in any store for under £5
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Oxford United surprise Year 6 pupils by inviting them to be part of team photo
OXFORD United surprised a group of Year 6 pupils by inviting them to be part of the club’s team photo. Children from Pegasus Primary School in Blackbird Leys hopped off the bus at United’s training ground adjacent to the Mini Plant in Cowley, and
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Heavy delays on major Oxfordshire road after crash
8:19am We will now be bringing this live blog to a close. 8:08am
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Emergency barrier repairs cause huge delays on the A34 after overnight crash
6:44pm Thanks for following our live blog. 6:41pm
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Spurs loanee giving U’s boss ‘great problem’ ahead of trip to leaders
DES Buckingham says that Tottenham Hotspur loanee Dane Scarlett is providing him with a ‘great problem’ when it comes to his team selection. The 20-year-old striker has scored in his past two games, coming off the bench to head in a stoppage time
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Decision due on new homes plan in village countryside
Plans to build two new homes in the Oxfordshire countryside are due to be permitted by district council planning chiefs. An applicant listed at Mr R Edwards wants to build side and rear extensions on two existing houses and build two more in Dunsden
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Government letter to city council defends plans to reopen Campsfield
A letter sent to Oxford City Council from the Home Office has defended the government plans to reopen a controversial detention centre. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faced criticism after she announced plans to reopen Campsfield House in Kidlington
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Decision due for controversial equestrian plans near Oxfordshire village
Controversial plans to transform agricultural buildings into an equestrian centre are due for a decision next week. Applicant Zagor FIC wants to convert the buildings at Lys Mill Farm in Howe Road near Watlington. The scheme includes changes
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New garden in Oxford marks 'major achievement' for children's charity
The opening of a garden in Oxford has marked a "major achievement" for a children's charity. The Bright Horizons Foundation for Children has opened its 100th Bright Space alongside Life Charity, which supports women, men, and families facing unexpected
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Oxfordshire businesses urged to apply for apprenticeship fund as deadline nears
Oxfordshire businesses looking to take on an apprentice, or to offer training to their staff through an apprenticeship, could benefit from a funding programme which is soon set to close. The Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership Skills team
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M40 fatal crash: lorry driver's death remains unexplained after inquest
The death of a lorry driver involved in a single-vehicle crash on the M40 in Oxfordshire remains unexplained after an inquest. It is believed that Justin Buxton, 53, was incapacitated when he died in April this year after the HGV he was driving
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Record number of people taking hormone replacement therapy
More people in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire received hormone replacement therapy from the NHS last year than in any year since records began, new figures show. It comes as the number of people taking the drugs, which relieve symptoms
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90-year-old's 'dream comes true' as she feeds penguins
A 90-year-old from Witney said it was "like being a kid again" after getting the chance to feed the penguins at Cotswold Wildlife Park. Margaret Lawley, a resident at Millers Grange care home, was given the opportunity after telling the home's
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Decision to cancel Oxfordshire Poppy Appeal launch event 'not taken lightly'
The decision to cancel this year's Oxfordshire Poppy Appeal launch event was 'not taken lightly', organisers say. The Poppy Appeal is the Royal British Legion's (RBL) biggest fundraising campaign held every year in November during the period of
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Amazon invests £2 billion in Oxfordshire and neighbouring counties since 2010
Amazon has invested more than £2 billion in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire since 2010, a new report has revealed. The latest Amazon Economic Impact Report details the investments made by the company across the UK since 2010, with £3.8
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Oxford experts recognise challenges around junk food fines
Oxford nutrition experts have had their say on a debate aiming to cut sales of unhealthy foods to tackle the "public health emergency". Researchers from both the University of Oxford and Oxford Brookes have recognised the challenges around the
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Town council issues advice on what each council does across the county
Witney Town Council has issued advice on what each level of council is responsible for in an effort to clear up "a few confusing crossovers". In Oxfordshire, there are three tiers of councils, each with different duties. The first is the parish
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Oxford United donate £1k to Bicester charity supporting widows
A £1,000 donation is set to allow a Bicester-based charity to continue its support for widows and widowers. Bicester Widows, a group for those who have lost their partners, has received the money from Oxford United as part of the club's Dreaming
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U’s boss feeling better and ready to lead side against league leaders
DES Buckingham is feeling better and ready to lead Oxford United against the Sky Bet Championship leaders after becoming unwell in midweek. The U’s head coach felt light-headed and dizzy during the final half an hour of the draw at home against
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Plans for nine new homes in Oxfordshire village set for decision
Nine new homes could be built in an Oxfordshire village if plans are approved. The scheme would see the homes replace one in Lower Icknield Way in Chinnor. Applicant BHK Icknield has had its plan recommended for permission by South Oxfordshire
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Homeless charity warns the city council about housing waiting list
An Oxford homeless charity has warned the city council about the long waiting list for homes after the local authority agreed to transfer 350 more homes into their housing stock. Homeless Oxfordshire made the comments after Oxford City Council
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Winger goes for scan as U’s boss ponders formation tweak
OXFORD United could tweak formation for their trip to Sunderland due to the increasing injury list out wide. Siriki Dembele has gone for a scan after he picked up a knock on his ankle in the first half of United’s draw at home to Derby County on