Radley Ladies' Rachel Brenton produced the best leap in the country for her age in the Under 17 triple jump at the Oxfordshire Schools Championships at Tilsley Park, Abingdon. Brenton set a new mark with a jump of 12.03m. Rachel Brenton's 12.03m is the
Proposals to force the Government to hold a public inquiry into the foot and mouth outbreak, which has devastated rural communities, have met a mixed response from affected county farmers and businesses. The Trading Standards Institute - the body of trading
Sheep farmers in Oxfordshire are being warned to be vigilant after the first reported case of blowfly in the county this year. Farmers in Bicester have reported cases of blowfly - maggots hatched from the eggs of greenbottle flies that eat the flesh of
Students from Chenderit School, Middleton Cheney, near Banbury, fly to Australia next month for a four-week adventure. Thirty-one pupils, accompanied by three teachers, are going on a team challenge expedition. They will trek through national parks to
A soldier has been sentenced to 15 months in a young offenders institution for kicking an unconscious man in the head. Shaun Nuttall, 20, based at Dalton Barracks, near Abingdon, admitted unlawfully and maliciously causing grievous bodily harm to Phillip
An Oxford University college has finally been given permission to build a new accommodation block. Since last year, St Catherine's College in Manor Road has been submitting plans to Oxford City Council for a new building to house more than 130 students
A Charity that helps raise cash for Abingdon Hospital said it needed more recruits if it was to continue to help fund equipment and facilities. The League of Friends of Abingdon Hospital presented the hospital with more than £3,000 towards the purchase
Students' final-year work is on display this week. Among the exhibits in the Oxford Brookes University's Fine Art Degree Show that have attracted interest include Kate Holmes's work 'Brick Wall', pictured. She has written a poem that sits alongside the
Heavy plant company AJ Machinery Ltd is continuing to fight for planning permission for new housing on its land at North Moreton, near Wallingford. The company, which reconditions JCBs and has a large market overseas, wants outline planning permission
Chinnor The parish council has renewed its £752 subscription to the Oxfordshire Association of Local Councils.
Thieves have stolen part of the Millennium clock at Brize Norton's sports pavilion. The offender climbed on to the roof of the single-storey building and ripped the minute hands from the clock. Pc John Badrick said: "It was a stupid act of criminal damage
Parents and friends as well as the children are being roped in for a DIY day on July 7 which will involve decorating and reorganising rooms in Long Crendon village school with a barbecue at the end for the workers.
A massive quilt almost a quarter the size of a football pitch will be put on display at Blenheim Palace in July. Measuring 45ft by 16ft, the quilt has been made by child volunteers from the Make-a-Wish charity all over the world and is currently touring
John Wilson has been re-elected chairman of the parish council finance committee for another year with Philip Nixey as his deputy. Planning is in the hands of Pat Haywood and Alan Daly and the environment committee is headed by Pat Samuel and John Gordon
Members of Thame Players will be extras in a production of the TV detective series Midsomer Murders, starring John Nettles, when epsiodes are filmed in the Chilterns during the summer and autumn. The series has used many Oxfordshire locations before,
A retired teacher recently diagnosed with a rare form of cancer is fighting to raise its profile and raise vital money for research. Her son is helping the cause by gaining sponsorship through a caneoing adventure in Africa. Grandmother Jean Walker, 59
A shopkeeper has won his battle against one-day sales in the town hall that he claims were damaging his business. Thame town councillors have now decided to support local traders and limit the one-day sales. The decision was sparked by protests from Emad
A sponsored headshave has raised about £1,200 for kidney patients. Ten people were shaved at The Curl Up and Dye Hair Studio, Grove Street, Wantage, last Saturday. The event was organised by Mark Benstead, 43, of Steep Rise, Headington, who had a kidney
A 'lifeline' transport service that allows the disabled and elderly to reach hospitals and health centres is in danger of breaking down because of a lack of drivers. For more than 27 years, pensioners and people with mobility problems in the Wantage area
A man drinking with friends was hit in the face with a pint glass after he was hugged by another man's girlfriend, Oxford Crown Court has heard. Mark Smith, 33, of Windmill Place, East Challow, Wantage, denies wounding Dean Brooks with intent to cause
Minster Lovell had mixed fortunes on their tour of Devon - after encountering some prolific South African batsmen. The west Oxfordshire side opened with a six-wicket victory over Thorverton, with James Elsmore (50), Lee Keyes (42) and Lee Alexander (26
Radley Ladies' Rachel Brenton produced the best leap in the country for her age in the Under 17 triple jump at the Oxfordshire Schools Championships at Tilsley Park, Abingdon. Brenton set a new mark with a jump of 12.03m. Rachel Brenton's 12.03m is the
Shaun Miller hammered an unbeaten 116 as Shipton-under-Wychwood romped to a 69-run victory at Bletchingdon in the Bernard Tollett Oxfordshire Cup first round last night. Miller's terrific ton took Shipton to a massive 204-4 off their 20 overs, with Jason
Businessman Stuart Hosking was today being tipped as the next contestant to be ousted from the Big Brother house. The 36-year-old from Murcott, near Bicester, was nominated for eviction from the TV game show by his housemates last night. The public will
Local club cricket scorecards *Cherwell Div 2: Aston Rowant bt Chalgrove by 6 wkts CHALGROVE N Joyner lbw Eaton...14 S Strong c Ridgley b O'Hara...33 DE Clark b O'Hara...10 J Talbot c Eaton b O'Hara...15 D Thomas retired hurt...18 Sandeep Joshi c Ridgley
Oxford Nondescripts reached the semi-finals of Kingston Bagpuize's TNT Cider Knockout Cup with a three-wicket win over Chalgrove. Dennis Mihaljevich made 43 to steer Nondies past Chalgrove's 127-6. Now Nondies face Shipton-under Wychwood in the first
The absence of Mark Flint and Kevin Sheppard left Headington's Gary Harris, last year's series winner, a comfortable victor in the second race of the Mota-vation Series at Bletchingdon. Harris broke away from Steve Kimber (Oxford City) at the two-mile
The theme of pantomime promises to make East Hagbourne's St Andrew's Church fete on Saturday (June 16), one of the most colourful attractions in the Didcot area. A jazz band will playing at the fete in the gardens of Basil Pryor and his wife Gwyneth at
Writer Ziggy Percival has scooped second prize in a short-story competition run by a train company. Ms Percival, from Oxford, beat off other amateur writers in the competition set up by First Great Western. Ziggy Percival with First Great Western supervisor
The director of an Oxfordshire jobs agency that collapsed with debts of more than £360,000 has been banned from taking part in company management for seven years. Oxford County Court ruled that Patrick Carter, who ran Able Temps Ltd of The Broadway, Didcot
Oxford West and Abingdon MP Dr Evan Harris has been given a key post in the Liberal Democrat front bench team. Dr Evan HarrisDr Harris, who retained the seat in last week's General Election with an increased majority, replaces Nick Harvey as the party's
A large whale was among soft toys donated to raise money for orphans in Romania. Reg Bale, right, and his wife, Julia, second from right, called at Moulsford Prep School, in Moulsford, near Wallingford, to collect toys donated by pupils. With similar
Middleton Cheney Village Hall will play host to blood donor sessions on Friday, June 22, between 2pm and 3.55pm, and from 5-6.45pm.
Students from Chenderit School, Middleton Cheney, near Banbury, fly to Australia next month for a four-week adventure. Thirty-one pupils, accompanied by three teachers, are going on a team challenge expedition. They will trek through national parks to
The ecological, social and economic state of the world is the subject of a presentation to be held at Borders book and music shop, Magdalen Street, tomorrow, at 6.30pm.
National Blood Service nurses will be meeting up with donors at the Conservative Club, Windmill Road, Headington, on Friday June 15, from 2pm to 3.55pm, and 5pm to 6.45pm. They will also visit The Old Mill Hall, School Lane, Grove, from 1.15pm to 3.25pm
Police are investigating reports that a woman was indecently assaulted in Magdalen Road, east Oxford. The woman, who is not being named by police, was approached by a man who spoke to her in French in the incident, which happened at 10.50am on Monday.
Poll firm boss Jill Garrett has surveyed local companies in preparation for a talk to members of Banbury Community Church. Mrs Garrett, the managing director of Gallup UK, has analysed working practices. The survey will be the basis of a presentation
Young Shane Wynn could earn £1,500 of book tokens for his school after winning a building society painting competition. Shane, nine, from St Mary's School, Banbury, was one of nearly 400 local entries in a Cheltenham and Gloucester Building Society contest
Tetsworth CC are seeking a fixture - home or away - on Sunday, June 24. Contact Frank Eley on 01844 213941.
Thame's annual 10k road race will be held on Sunday, June 24, from the Thame Sports and Arts Centre, starting at 9.30 am. Entry forms are available from the Thame Sports & Arts Centre. A fun run from age groups 7-11 and 12-14 will take place while
Oxford Nondescripts reached the semi-finals of Kingston Bagpuize's TNT Cider Knockout Cup with a three-wicket win over Chalgrove. Dennis Mihaljevich made 43 to steer Nondies past Chalgrove's 127-6. Now Nondies face Shipton-under Wychwood in the first
Although the first round draw has been made for the Oxfordshire Over 40s Cup, teams wishing to enter this 20-over competition can still do so. Those interested should contact Clive Ricks, Ashdown House, Bertie Road, Cumnor, Oxford (tel 01865 864790) before
Local club cricket scorecards *Cherwell Div 2: Aston Rowant bt Chalgrove by 6 wkts CHALGROVE N Joyner lbw Eaton...14 S Strong c Ridgley b O'Hara...33 DE Clark b O'Hara...10 J Talbot c Eaton b O'Hara...15 D Thomas retired hurt...18 Sandeep Joshi c Ridgley
Four national charities have teamed up to mark National Carers Week, which runs until June 17: **Carers National Association - A membership organisation of carers that campaigns to improve services and support for carers. The charity runs a freephone
When Shirley Moore made her marriage vows at Waterperry parish church, she well and truly meant them. She agreed to stay with her fianc Martin for better for worse, and nobody can ever dispute that she has been doing that ever since their wedding day
The premier national bike championship in the world comes to the full Grand Prix circuit at Brands Hatch on Saturday and Sunday. The last half-decade has seen the British Superbike Championship go from strength to strength, consistently producing exciting
A new version of Suzuki's popular middleweight commuter bike, the GS500, offers a host of updated features for 2001. Suzuki's sporting pedigree is apparent in the styling of the new GS500, with its short one-piece handlebars, sculpted fuel tank, rigid
The motorcycle industry has been given a boost by the Government, which has said it intends to take a positive approach to motorcycling and will publish a dedicated motorcycling strategy in 2003. Road safety is to be further improved by enhancing training
Lauren Hibbett, 11, is to be this year's Wallingford Carnival Princess with attendants Cathy Sanderson, eight, and Laura Lee, nine. Lauren, of Hawthorn Close, Wallingford, won the title in a contest at the town's Portcullis Club. She will take pride-of-place
Martyrs' Memorial has suffered a new indignity - fly-posters are now being put up on wooden boards fencing off the monument. Last month, the Sheriff of Oxford, Cllr Maureen Christian, complained that the historic landmark in St Giles was being used as
A new research centre at an Oxford hospital will overshadow homes, according to Headington residents. The Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Windmill Road, Headington, is building a new £23.6m, 134-bed hospital, which is expected to open in three years time
A retired teacher recently diagnosed with a rare form of cancer is fighting to raise its profile and raise vital money for research. Her son is helping the cause by gaining sponsorship through a caneoing adventure in Africa. Grandmother Jean Walker, 59
A Charity that helps raise cash for Abingdon Hospital said it needed more recruits if it was to continue to help fund equipment and facilities. The League of Friends of Abingdon Hospital presented the hospital with more than £3,000 towards the purchase
Young offenders are helping an Oxford community transform an uninviting city subway into a vibrant mural. Shoppers crossing London Road, Headington, will soon be able to feast their eyes on scenes of local life, when the street's underpass gets its own
A grant of £3,500 looks set to be allocated to fund further feasibility studies into the need for community facilities on an Oxford estate. Residents on the Wood Farm Estate, situated between Cowley and Headington, claim they need more facilities, especially
The amount of waste being recycled in Oxfordshire has increased by more than a quarter, leading to confidence that new Government targets will be met. Over the past year, 14 per cent of the 290,000 tonnes of household waste produced in the county was
Martyrs' Memorial has suffered a new indignity - fly-posters are now being put up on wooden boards fencing off the monument. Last month, the Sheriff of Oxford, Cllr Maureen Christian, complained that the historic landmark in St Giles was being used as
A number of Witney athletes took part in the Thames Valley Youth games and the Oxon Schools Championships. Ashley Bull (Burford) won the county junior long jump title at Tilsley Park with a 5.56m leap and Gemma Byrne (Carterton) was another winner with
Minster Lovell had mixed fortunes on their tour of Devon - after encountering some prolific South African batsmen. The west Oxfordshire side opened with a six-wicket victory over Thorverton, with James Elsmore (50), Lee Keyes (42) and Lee Alexander (26
Oxford United are looking for an average home gate of 6,500 at the new Kassam Stadium next season, despite their relegation to Division 3. Although club officials will not reveal their break-even figure, it is certain to be considerably higher than it
Thame's annual 10k road race will be held on Sunday, June 24, from the Thame Sports and Arts Centre, starting at 9.30 am. Entry forms are available from the Thame Sports & Arts Centre. A fun run from age groups 7-11 and 12-14 will take place while
Lauren Hibbett, 11, is to be this year's Wallingford Carnival Princess with attendants Cathy Sanderson, eight, and Laura Lee, nine. Lauren, of Hawthorn Close, Wallingford, won the title in a contest at the town's Portcullis Club. She will take pride-of-place
Volunteers are being sought by a group that helps people with dementia across the county. The All-age Dementia Advocacy Project enables sufferers to access the services they need as well as representing the views of patients to local support organisations
Sheep farmers in Oxfordshire are being warned to be vigilant after the first reported case of blowfly in the county this year. Farmers in Bicester have reported cases of blowfly - maggots hatched from the eggs of greenbottle flies that eat the flesh of
Abingdon Amblers had three runners at the hilly and windy Wargrave 10k and two at the Warndon 15k. At Wargrave, John Harvey recorded 37.35, John Oliver 40.18 and Dave Roberts in 52.10. In the Warndon 15k, Barry Wheat recorded 1.06.13 and Zo Thornburgh
An extra 2,000 tickets for Radiohead's Oxford gig are expected to be snapped up within hours of going on sale. The first 40,000 tickets costing £27.50 each were sold within a week earlier this year. Fans in Oxford queued around the block outside the Zodiac
Blood donors are being invited to give a pint at The Northcourt Centre, Northcourt Road, on Thursday, June 21, between 2pm and 3.55pm, and 5pm and 6.45pm.
Karen Symonds struck it lucky when she went to buy a new home compost bin - she bought the 1,000th bin from a local garden centre and went home with her new container and £50 worth of gift vouchers. Frosts Garden Centre at Millets Farm, Frilford Heath
Oxford West and Abingdon MP Dr Evan Harris has been given a key post in the Liberal Democrat front bench team. Dr Evan HarrisDr Harris, who retained the seat in last week's General Election with an increased majority, replaces Nick Harvey as the party's
A large whale was among soft toys donated to raise money for orphans in Romania. Reg Bale, right, and his wife, Julia, second from right, called at Moulsford Prep School, in Moulsford, near Wallingford, to collect toys donated by pupils. With similar
Plans to put in new bathrooms, steps and summerhouse alterations at 90 High Street have been sent to South Oxfordshire Council for approval.
A large whale was among soft toys donated to raise money for orphans in Romania. Reg Bale, right, and his wife, Julia, second from right, called at Moulsford Prep School, in Moulsford, near Wallingford, to collect toys donated by pupils. With similar
Lauren Hibbett, 11, is to be this year's Wallingford Carnival Princess with attendants Cathy Sanderson, eight, and Laura Lee, nine. Lauren, of Hawthorn Close, Wallingford, won the title in a contest at the town's Portcullis Club. She will take pride-of-place
Work is under way on a £36,000 scheme to improve the playing surface of Milton United Football Club's ground at Milton Heights, near Didcot, which for years has been plagued by poor drainage. The Football Stadia Improvement Fund - a national body that
August Bank Holiday weekend in Chinnor will be celebrated in a marquee on the playing fields and will include a church service, the village flower show, a dance, two children's parties and a disco. It follows last year's successful Millennium celebrations
One of the country's oldest firms is moving into another century with a major factory investment. Blanket makers Early's of Witney welcomed in a 30-tonne crane on Monday to hoist in a large boiler tank for an update of its heating system. It brings to
Big-hitting David Taylor smashed 90 off just 44 balls as Banbury roared to a seven-wicket win over Northants Premier League champions Finedon Dolben in the National Club Knock-out Championship fourth round. Taylor, who hammered a spectacular 140 off 108
Newly elected Witney MP David Cameron believes he holds the record for performing a first public engagement. Less than 12 hours after the result of the poll for the Witney constituency was declared in the early hours of Friday morning, Mr Cameron, officially
Calls by youngsters for a skate-park on the village recreation ground will be examined at a public meeting. It follows a 30-name petition from people in the village, near Thame, asking for the skate-park. The parish council and the playing fields management
A final push will be made to raise the last £6,000 needed for a historic church's restoration. Everyone in Aston Rowant and Kingston Blount will be contacted to try to get the last of the money before work starts in September. The stonework of the tower
Plans to build Thame's new library at Rycotewood College are completely wrong, according to councillors. The plans revealed by Oxfordshire County Council were condemned by members of Thame Town Council general purposes committee. Chairman Beatrice Dobie
Police have named two drivers killed in a head-on collision on Sunday. Both men were certified dead at the scene of the crash on A420 near Chowle Farm, Faringdon. Michael Smith, 21, of Marlborough Gardens, Faringdon, died at the wheel of his Renault car
Work is under way on a £36,000 scheme to improve the playing surface of Milton United Football Club's ground at Milton Heights, near Didcot, which for years has been plagued by poor drainage. The Football Stadia Improvement Fund - a national body that
An art gallery owner has stepped in to help top rowers from Oxford Brookes University stand a better chance of winning this year's Henley Royal Regatta. Judith De Paul, chairman of Wyfold Galleries, which is at Thames Side, Henley, near the regatta's
Big-hitting David Taylor smashed 90 off just 44 balls as Banbury roared to a seven-wicket win over Northants Premier League champions Finedon Dolben in the National Club Knock-out Championship fourth round. Taylor, who hammered a spectacular 140 off 108
Oxford Downs reached the Oxfordshire final of the Wadworth 6X National Viillage Championship with a thrilling victory away to Warborough. A high-scoring match finished with the scores level, but Downs went through due to losing fewer wickets. Downs rattled
Gary Smith was in red-hot form with 14 dolls as Garsington Sports saw off General Elliott 3-0 in their Morrells Oxford League Section 1 encounter. Ken Maunder provided good support with 13, while Ted Beesley matched him for the Elliott. Pete Dempsey and
Banbury Steam Society has teamed up with the Buckinghamshire Railway Centre to present a steam and vintage vehicle show. The event will fill a gap in countryside activities this year caused by the foot and mouth crisis, which caused the cancellation of
The absence of Mark Flint and Kevin Sheppard left Headington's Gary Harris, last year's series winner, a comfortable victor in the second race of the Mota-vation Series at Bletchingdon. Harris broke away from Steve Kimber (Oxford City) at the two-mile
Didcot Rotary Club is using the Web to keep its members and the public informed about its activities. The site, at www.didcotrotary.org.uk, publishes details about the town and the club, key facts about events in which Rotary is involved and a useful
An art gallery owner has stepped in to help top rowers from Oxford Brookes University stand a better chance of winning this year's Henley Royal Regatta. Judith De Paul, chairman of Wyfold Galleries, which is at Thames Side, Henley, near the regatta's
Oxford Downs reached the Oxfordshire final of the Wadworth 6X National Viillage Championship with a thrilling victory away to Warborough. A high-scoring match finished with the scores level, but Downs went through due to losing fewer wickets. Downs rattled
The absence of Mark Flint and Kevin Sheppard left Headington's Gary Harris, last year's series winner, a comfortable victor in the second race of the Mota-vation Series at Bletchingdon. Harris broke away from Steve Kimber (Oxford City) at the two-mile
Oxford Nondescripts reached the semi-finals of Kingston Bagpuize's TNT Cider Knockout Cup with a three-wicket win over Chalgrove. Dennis Mihaljevich made 43 to steer Nondies past Chalgrove's 127-6. Now Nondies face Shipton-under Wychwood in the first
Country dancing, miniature railway rides, BMX bikes and other attractions will feature at Greenmere Primary School's summer fete at the school in Mereland Road on Friday, June 15 at 6pm. Profits will go towards computer software for the school.
Police have named two drivers killed in a head-on collision on Sunday. Both men were certified dead at the scene of the crash on A420 near Chowle Farm, Faringdon. Michael Smith, 21, of Marlborough Gardens, Faringdon, died at the wheel of his Renault car
Didcot Rotary Club is using the Web to keep its members and the public informed about its activities. The site, at www.didcotrotary.org.uk, publishes details about the town and the club, key facts about events in which Rotary is involved and a useful
A £5,000 reward is being offered to bring the killer of a former Oxfordshire woman to justice. Since the body of 40-year-old Carol Evans was found in an outhouse at her Peterborough home on April 24 with severe head injuries, detectives have regularly
One of the country's oldest firms is moving into another century with a major factory investment. Blanket makers Early's of Witney welcomed in a 30-tonne crane on Monday to hoist in a large boiler tank for an update of its heating system. It brings to
A new research centre at an Oxford hospital will overshadow homes, according to Headington residents. The Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Windmill Road, Headington, is building a new £23.6m, 134-bed hospital, which is expected to open in three years time
A man has been found guilty by magistrates of racially abusing an Asian woman. Ian Joseph, 34, of Chillingworth Crescent, Wood Farm, denied threatening to kill Imrana Sharif, and denied a racially aggravated public order offence. Yesterday, Oxford magistrates
A man is on the run after escaping from Banbury Magistrates' Court. Mark Smith, of Linnets Close, Blackbird Leys, Oxford, was due to appear on a theft charge when he fled the court on Monday. He had been taken to court by Premier Prison Service security
Children who want to take part in Banbury's hobby horse festival on July 1 can get all the information they need from Banbury Library. A display in the junior section includes a free kit containing instructions on how to make a hobby horse, and details
Children at Queensway School in Banbury have formed a 42-piece orchestra and are busy rehearsing for a concert on Friday. Music co-ordinator at the school Margaret Stafford said: "We have not done this before, but we have some fine musicians here. Some
Banbury Steam Society has teamed up with the Buckinghamshire Railway Centre to present a steam and vintage vehicle show. The event will fill a gap in countryside activities this year caused by the foot and mouth crisis, which caused the cancellation of
Three children have earned themselves a new bank account by winning prizes in a colouring competition. The Cheltenham & Gloucester Building Society in Broad Street, Oxford, organised the competition, in partnership with the Marine Conservation Society
A man is on the run after escaping from Banbury Magistrates' Court. Mark Smith, of Linnets Close, Blackbird Leys, Oxford, was due to appear on a theft charge when he fled the court on Monday. He had been taken to court by Premier Prison Service security
Mondeo man has never had it so good. The ultimate rep-mobile, which figures in almost every company car fleet in the land, has acquired an altogether unfamiliar quality - desirability. Always capable, competent and well qualified for its middle-of-the-road
Abingdon Amblers had three runners at the hilly and windy Wargrave 10k and two at the Warndon 15k. At Wargrave, John Harvey recorded 37.35, John Oliver 40.18 and Dave Roberts in 52.10. In the Warndon 15k, Barry Wheat recorded 1.06.13 and Zo Thornburgh
Former Oxford United coach Steve McClaren took over the Riverside hot-seat yesterday after being named as the new manager of Middlesbrough. McClaren signed a five-year contract believed to be worth £8m and has already informed chairman Steve Gibson he
Jason Constable hit a half century as Marauders made it three wins out of three in the Elmer Cotton Midweek League with an eight-wicket victory over Isis. Garsington also have a 100 per cent record after three games, so something's got to give when they
Although the first round draw has been made for the Oxfordshire Over 40s Cup, teams wishing to enter this 20-over competition can still do so. Those interested should contact Clive Ricks, Ashdown House, Bertie Road, Cumnor, Oxford (tel 01865 864790) before
A number of Witney athletes took part in the Thames Valley Youth games and the Oxon Schools Championships. Ashley Bull (Burford) won the county junior long jump title at Tilsley Park with a 5.56m leap and Gemma Byrne (Carterton) was another winner with
When it comes to winning awards, the Collins brothers from Idbury Close, Witney, take some beating. The three youngsters have all just been chosen as players-of the-year in their own sporting teams. The Collins brothers, from left, Lewis, Charlie and
Shaun Miller hammered an unbeaten 116 as Shipton-under-Wychwood romped to a 69-run victory at Bletchingdon in the Bernard Tollett Oxfordshire Cup first round last night. Miller's terrific ton took Shipton to a massive 204-4 off their 20 overs, with Jason
Carers are the unsung heroes in many households. It is their commitment and dedication to caring for their loved ones which is propping up the NHS and saving the Government millions of pounds each year. Carers, many of whom are young children, sacrifice
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Honda Owners Club (GB), members are planning to raise over £20,000 for charity. Two deserving causes that will benefit from their efforts are the Macmillan Cancer Relief and the National Spinal Injuries Unit at
The R1 is certainly a favourite with sports bike riders - but if you park it in the pub car park you may have to spend some time trying to find yours among the many others sitting there. The Yamaha flagship is now so common that at A recent British Superbike
The director of an Oxfordshire jobs agency that collapsed with debts of more than £360,000 has been banned from taking part in company management for seven years. Oxford County Court ruled that Patrick Carter, who ran Able Temps Ltd of The Broadway, Didcot
Heavy plant company AJ Machinery Ltd is continuing to fight for planning permission for new housing on its land at North Moreton, near Wallingford. The company, which reconditions JCBs and has a large market overseas, wants outline planning permission
Business Reporter VENTURE: Richard Branson Branson gathers cash from the air TYCOON Sir Richard Branson, who lives in Kidlington, has secured a mortgage against his 51 per cent stake in the airline Virgin Atlantic to raise money for a mobile phone venture
Two former criminals who turned their lives around and set up a drug education business in Oxford have received a top national honour from the Prince's Trust. Paul McCabe and Spencer Hudson, who kicked their own addictions to substances such as heroin
briefings attract 3G firms INVESTORS and companies looking for the next major applications for Internet-connected mobile phones are expected to flock to Oxfordshire later this month. James van Oosterom, director of digital business builder Cartezia, will
An art gallery owner has stepped in to help top rowers from Oxford Brookes University stand a better chance of winning this year's Henley Royal Regatta. Judith De Paul, chairman of Wyfold Galleries, which is at Thames Side, Henley, near the regatta's
Newly elected Witney MP David Cameron believes he holds the record for performing a first public engagement. Less than 12 hours after the result of the poll for the Witney constituency was declared in the early hours of Friday morning, Mr Cameron, officially
A £5,000 reward is being offered to bring the killer of a former Oxfordshire woman to justice. Since the body of 40-year-old Carol Evans was found in an outhouse at her Peterborough home on April 24 with severe head injuries, detectives have regularly
Plans for Oxford's prison site, which is being transformed into an £18m hotel development, are being revised. The city council had been expected to approve a planning application by the Osborne Group yesterday but Cllr John Goddard said a revised application
A man has been found guilty by magistrates of racially abusing an Asian woman. Ian Joseph, 34, of Chillingworth Crescent, Wood Farm, denied threatening to kill Imrana Sharif, and denied a racially aggravated public order offence. Yesterday, Oxford magistrates
The chairman of Oxford City Council's highways committee has lost her job after speaking out against increases in park-and-ride charges. Jean Fooks paid the price for her defiance when it was announced at yesterday's city council meeting that she was
Students' final-year work is on display this week. Among the exhibits in the Oxford Brookes University's Fine Art Degree Show that have attracted interest include Kate Holmes's work 'Brick Wall', pictured. She has written a poem that sits alongside the
Two former criminals who turned their lives around and set up a drug education business in Oxford have received a top national honour from the Prince's Trust. Paul McCabe and Spencer Hudson, who kicked their own addictions to substances such as heroin
An Oxford University college has finally been given permission to build a new accommodation block. Since last year, St Catherine's College in Manor Road has been submitting plans to Oxford City Council for a new building to house more than 130 students
When it comes to winning awards, the Collins brothers from Idbury Close, Witney, take some beating. The three youngsters have all just been chosen as players-of the-year in their own sporting teams. The Collins brothers, from left, Lewis, Charlie and
A mother whose life was transformed by a hip replacement operation at the age of 44 is doing a charity walk to raise money for orthopaedic research. Jennifer Burden's right hip was badly damaged in a car crash more than 20 years ago and the joint never
The chairman of Oxford City Council's highways committee has lost her job after speaking out against increases in park-and-ride charges. Jean Fooks paid the price for her defiance when it was announced at yesterday's city council meeting that she was
Tough new measures could be introduced to further reduce traffic in Oxford city centre after it was predicted that air pollution targets would not be met. Members of the city council's health and environment committee heard that central Oxford is likely
Tetsworth CC are seeking a fixture - home or away - on Sunday, June 24. Contact Frank Eley on 01844 213941.
The theme of pantomime promises to make East Hagbourne's St Andrew's Church fete on Saturday (June 16), one of the most colourful attractions in the Didcot area. A jazz band will playing at the fete in the gardens of Basil Pryor and his wife Gwyneth at
Writer Ziggy Percival has scooped second prize in a short-story competition run by a train company. Ms Percival, from Oxford, beat off other amateur writers in the competition set up by First Great Western. Ziggy Percival with First Great Western supervisor
Businessman Stuart Hosking was today being tipped as the next contestant to be ousted from the Big Brother house. The 36-year-old from Murcott, near Bicester, was nominated for eviction from the TV game show by his housemates last night. The public will
A series of leaflets and posters are being distributed across Oxfordshire to raise awareness about homophobia. The scheme is the brainchild of the Terrence Higgins Trust, which has developed two projects in the county - the Homophobia Awareness Liaison
The amount of waste being recycled in Oxfordshire has increased by more than a quarter, leading to confidence that new Government targets will be met. Over the past year, 14 per cent of the 290,000 tonnes of household waste produced in the county was
