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Strictly fans 'will never unsee' Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke's costumes
Strictly Come Dancing returned tonight (October 26) with all the sparkle and even some spookiness as it's Halloween week. Each of the judges donned Halloween costumes, keeping in with the theme but two really caught viewers' eyes. Craig Revel
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Met Office forecasts 'chance of snow' in the UK - see when and where
A long range weather forecast from the Met Office has said parts of the UK could see snow from as early as the start of November. Mist, fog and frost is expected overnight this weekend (October 26 and 27), but the weather is set to get "much colder
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The results are in - Strictly's leaderboard for Halloween week 2024
Strictly Come Dancing returned to our screens tonight (October 26) with a spooky special to celebrate Halloween week. This week’s musical selections had a Halloween twist as they included Stayin’ Alive by the Bee Gees, Dancing In The Moonlight
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Strictly fans 'concerned' after Chris McCausland's 'emotional' performance
Strictly Come Dancing’s Halloween week saw Chris McCausland and his professional partner Dianne Buswell impress viewers and judges alike but some fans are "concerned" following their performance. Combining sparkles with spooks, McCausland rocked
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Initial reaction from U’s boss after defeat at league leaders
DES Buckingham said Oxford United’s defeat at Sky Bet Championship leaders Sunderland highlighted the stark reality of the division. The U’s were dominated by a Black Cats side which stroked the ball across the Stadium of Light pitch with purpose
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Can you park on a dropped kerb? The Highway Code offers advice to drivers
With many households having multiple cars to park, it’s no wonder that questions around where you’re allowed to park are raised. Dropped kerbs are found on a variety of roads and allow pedestrians and vehicles to smoothly move from the road to
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Roadworks set to disrupt drivers near major shopping centre
A lane closure will be in place on a road near Bicester Village this weekend. One of two lanes will be closed on Pingle Drive in the town tomorrow (October 27) for roadworks to take place. 🚧PLANNED ROAD WORKS The roadworks with
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Oxford Mail camera club winner: most mesmerising minimalist shot
Oxford Mail camera club members have been out and about this week snapping some mesmerising minimalist compositions for this week's composition. Our 'minimalist' theme inspired the photographers to take pictures of a range of subjects, from a frog
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LOOKING BACK: cat pictures from the 90s from the Oxford Mail archive
This Sunday (October 27) is National Black Cat Day, so this week on Looking Back, we’re picking out our favourite cat pictures from the Oxford Mail archive. Everybody loves a cat picture, but not everybody loves a black cat – Cats Protection launched
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Motion to protect Oxfordshire pubs passed by council
A motion calling for the protection of pubs in South Oxfordshire has passed. The leader of the council will write to the chancellor before the autumn budget, calling for the reduction of taxes on pub sales and to extend the hospitality business
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U’s beaten at home of dominant league leaders Sunderland
OXFORD United saw their run of five consecutive draws come to an end with a defeat at the home of a dominant Sunderland side. The Sky Bet Championship leaders took the lead just after the quarter of an hour mark via a Jobe Bellingham header, with
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A34 CLOSED both ways after five-vehicle crash
8:08am Thames Valley Police appeal In a statement issued on Sunday afternoon, Thames Valley Police said there was
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James May believed Richard Hammond had been ‘killed’
James May has revealed that he thought Richard Hammond had died while filming with Jeremy Clarkson. The 61-year-old originally joined forces with his co-stars back in 2003 during the second season of Top Gear. In the 22 years following, the
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These are the 6 reasons you should never dry your clothes on a radiator
With winter fast approaching, and the weather starting to take a damp turn, many people will be finding it more and more difficult to dry their clothes outdoors. And as tempting as it may seem to avoid using the tumble dryer and instead take advantage
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Heavy delays on key city road as crash takes place
4:14pm End of blog The delays continue to ease so we will now bring this blog to a close. Thank you for following
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Dark tourism experience a success at Oxford Castle and Prison
An "immersive" tourism experience designed by Oxford Brookes University students was opened to the public at Oxford Castle and Prison earlier this month. The new attraction, 'Tea with Mary Blandy,' allowed visitors on Sunday, October 5, to journey
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Nature recovery conference set to take place in Oxfordshire
A conference celebrating nature recovery efforts across Oxfordshire is set to take place next month. The Local Environment Groups Conference: Local to Landscape Nature Recovery Action will be held at Warwick Hall, Burford, on Saturday, November
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Dementia awareness event held by Oxford-based law firm
Thirty-five professionals have gathered to gain a better understanding of how dementia impacts people, both professionally and personally. Regional law firm Gardner Leader, which has an office in Oxford, held the Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Friends
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Oxfordshire town's festive season to kick off with Christmas lights switch-on
A town's festivities will get underway next month starting with the annual Christmas lights switch-on. Bicester's Christmas lights switch on will take place on Saturday, November 30 in the Market Square. The festive day of fun will take place
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'Truly inspirational': Olympic bronze medallist visits Oxford school
An Olympic bronze medallist recently paid a visit to primary school pupils in Oxford. Victoria Ohuruogu visited John Henry Newman Academy last Wednesday (October 16) as part of the Great Athletes scheme, which aims to get athletes into schools
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UPDATES: Sunderland v Oxford United – live
6:39pm “That’s a top team that are in top form at the moment, at home and showcasing what the level of this competition
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Oxfordshire MP votes for Lib Dem motion to fix health and care crises
An Oxfordshire MP has voted in favour of the Liberal Democrats’ motions to fix the dual crises of health and care. Calum Miller, Liberal Democrat MP for Bicester and Woodstock, voted on the Liberal Democrats’ first Opposition Day since 2009 following
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Edwardian three-storey Oxford house put on market for more than £2m
An Edwardian three-storey house in Oxford has been put on the market for more than £2 million. The property, located at 166 Banbury Road in Summertown, was built in 1902 to a design by George Gardner and has a total floor area of 3386 square foot
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Experts reveal most popular baby name trends for 2025 and the 30 top names
Experts have predicted the top 30 baby names for 2025, based on the latest baby naming trends. Deciding on a name for your baby is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent, and many of us will be making that decision for the
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Jeremy Clarkson says new lifestyle 'horrific' after major health scare
Jeremy Clarkson has spoken out for the first time after he was rushed to Oxford's hospital for emergency heart surgery. The former Top Gear host has opened up about the experience and the lifestyle advice he has since received from doctors after
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Jeremy Clarkson told to 'stop working' by doctors following heart procedure
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed doctors have told him to stop working following a recent heart procedure. The former Top Gear and The Grand Tour presenter was recently fitted with two stents, which improves blood flow to the heart. He revealed
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Do SAD Lamps work and how effective are they? Where to buy and how to use
Now the days are turning darker and winter is slowly approaching, some people may start to be impacted by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). It is a type of depression that comes and goes depending on the season, according to the NHS. The mood
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Severe train disruption as Oxford services hit by staffing issues
A number of trains have been cancelled between Oxford and London Marylebone this weekend, causing severe disruption. Chiltern Railways has warned there will be fewer trains running from today (October 26) until Monday (October 28). The train
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I don't care if it looks cute on Instagram pumpkin picking is a complete scam
The arrival of Halloween signals the return of daft traditions. Fancy dress, apple-bobbing, trick-or-treating, fireworks and now, for some reason, pumpkin picking. When I was a kid, I don't remember pumpkin picking. So when did this all start?
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Lane remains closed on A34 for emergency repair works
A lane remains closed on the A34 southbound for emergency barrier repairs to take place. There was a crash on the A34 southbound yesterday morning (October 25) between the junctions for Islip and the A44 near Oxford which caused the whole road
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Driver left with broken jaw after M40 'police' crash leads to assault
A driver required hospital treatment after being assaulted by a group of men impersonating police in a robbery on a motorway used by Oxfordshire motorists. The incident happened on Sunday (October 20) at approximately 9.15pm, in which the victim
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New state-of-the-art medical practice in Oxford granted planning permission
Planning permission for a cutting-edge medical centre in north Oxford, which will transform the city’s healthcare landscape, has been granted. Welbeck Health Partners will open the doors of its brand-new luxury facility at Jordan Hill Business
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Councillors raise concerns around flood risks of proposed Abingdon reservoir
Thames Water's assertion that it can "design out" significant risks of embankment failure associated with its proposed reservoir near Abingdon "doesn’t stack up," a district councillor has claimed. The Southeast Strategic Reservoir Option's (SESRO
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Shuttle buses to run every 20 minutes at Oxford Oktoberfest
This year's Oxford Oktoberfest will see shuttle buses running to and from the event every 20 minutes. As the event's official travel partner, Stagecoach West will provide the services to and from the event at South Park on Friday and Saturday,
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RAF Brize Norton hosts 120 Air Cadets for special event
RAF Brize Norton recently hosted a memorable experience for 120 Royal Air Force Air Cadets and adult volunteers. The group, who visited on Wednesday, October 23, had the opportunity to fly on an Atlas C.1 with LXX Squadron. They also received
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Sky and NOW launch brand new TV channel for dogs this Bonfire Night
Sky and NOW have teamed up with Dogs Trust to launch a new TV channel for dogs ahead of Bonfire Night. The new channel is designed to help our pets stay calm during the potentially stressful period that is fireworks night. The channel will
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E-scooters in city centre 'constant nuisance' and 'danger', says journalist
An Oxford-based journalist has slammed the use of e-scooters in the city centre, describing them as a 'constant nuisance' and 'danger'. In a letter to the Oxford Mail, Peter Hitchens said he is 'grieved' by the individual scooters 'dumped and abandoned
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - CORNEL ARCHAT, 34, of Cranesbill Drive, Bicester, pleaded guilty to drug driving in Upper Heyford near Bicester on July 2 this year. He was disqualified from driving for 14 months and fined
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Rare Peter Rabbit 50p coin is being sold by Abingdon resident for £6,000
A rare 50p coin is being sold by an Abingdon resident on eBay for £6,000. The item is listed on the online marketplace for 12,000 times its face value and features Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit on one side. With Queen Elizabeth II on the back
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Bonfire night 2024: 23 firework displays on around Oxfordshire
Bonfire night is upon us, so the season is here to seek out the best firework display in your area and warm up in front of a bonfire. The annual Guy Fawkes night celebrations are a favourite for many of us, especially cosy in the chilly autumn
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Hundreds of daffodil bulbs planted in village near Abingdon
Hundreds of daffodil bulbs have been planted in a village near Abingdon. Housebuilder Pye Homes hosted the community planting event at its Church Farm development in Radley, with around 600 bulbs planted throughout its shared spaces. Around
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St John Ambulance issues fire safety advice ahead of celebrations
St John Ambulance has issued essential first aid advice for upcoming Halloween, Diwali, and Bonfire Night festivities. With the excitement of fireworks and bonfires, there is always the risk of accidents and injuries. Dr. Lynn Thomas, St John
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New library opens at Carterton Primary School
A new library has been opened at Carterton Primary School by a children's author. The ceremony on Wednesday, October 23, was attended by Jo Cotterill, who cut the ribbon and declared the library open. Ms Cotterill, known for her books 'A Library
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Milton Park named one of UK's most sustainable innovation communities
Oxfordshire's Milton Park has been named as one of the country’s most sustainable innovation communities. The park near Didcot won the Environmental Sustainability Award at the United Kingdom Science Park Association’s 40th anniversary conference
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Let’s celebrate the diverse community of Oxford United supporters
LAST month, Kick It Out, a leading campaign group for equality and inclusion in football, launched their anti-sexism campaign, writes Oxford United Supporters’ Panel (OUSP) chair Janine Bailey. It revealed that nationally over half of female fans
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Faringdon Community College celebrates GCSE RE results
Faringdon Community College is celebrating the "impressive" results of its GCSE religious education students. Fourteen students achieved the highest possible grade, a grade 9, in their RE GCSE, while 44 per cent of those who entered the course
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More robbery and theft offences in Thames Valley last year, figures reveal
Police recorded more robbery and theft offences in Thames Valley last year, new figures show. It comes as the policing minister said too many town centres have been "decimated" by shoplifting and communities have been "left shaken" by knife crime
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Specsavers Bicester raises over £1,000 for Nai's House
More than £1,000 has been raised for a charity which supports young people with their mental health by a team from an opticians in Bicester. The staff at Specsavers on Sheep Street began their fundraising efforts for Nai's House, also based in
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Henley climate education charity secures £10k donation
More children and young people are set to learn how they can reduce the impact of climate change following a £10,000 donation to a Henley-based charity. Young Climate Warriors has received the funding boost from the Benefact Group's Movement for
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Six key players to watch out for against Sunderland
OXFORD United head to the Sky Bet Championship leaders this weekend when they take on Sunderland. The Black Cats won 2-1 at Luton Town on Wednesday night and sit three points clear at the top of the table. We picked out six key players to keep
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Residents 'overjoyed' as Poppy the pony visits Oxford care home
A miniature Shetland pony has been welcomed to an Oxford care home as part of an animal therapy session. Sixteen-year-old Poppy visits care homes across the region for similar sessions. She visited Cumnor Hill House as part of the care home's
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Asda customers can get 2 for £5 Heroes, Roses and Quality Street tubs this weekend
Asda customers can grab themselves a bargain in-store with the Rewards app ahead of Christmas with a discount on popular chocolate treats. Is it Christmas without a tub of the well-known Celebrations, Heroes, Quality Streets or Roses? Well,
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Midfielder raring to go after shaking off groin injury
JOSH McEachran is raring to go after making his return to the Oxford United side following a groin injury. The 31-year-old midfielder was forced off just before half-time in the 2-1 defeat at Bristol City on September 21, and missed the following
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'It changed my life forever' - Strictly star opens up about 'very violent' past
Warning - this article discusses topics which some readers may find distressing. Former Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kanda has opened up about growing up "in a very violent environment" where she "witnessed and experienced a huge amount of
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Village's 20mph speed limit proposals open for consultation
Proposals for a 20mph speed limit in an Oxfordshire village have been opened for public consultation. The plan, put forward by Oxfordshire County Council, would see the majority of the existing 30mph limits in Wheatley replaced, following concerns
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Habitat bank created in south Oxfordshire to boost biodiversity
A habitat bank aiming to increase biodiversity and reduce river pollution has been created in south Oxfordshire. It is the first of its kind in the district and received support from South Oxfordshire District Council. The council worked with