A family whose farm was hit by bird flu, have spoken of their shock at the outbreak - saying they wouldn't have wished it on their worst enemy. The disease was found two weeks ago in free range chickens at Eastwood Farm, between Shenington and Shutford
A man today denied sexually assaulting a woman after pinning her to a bed. Martin Piltz, 23, giving evidence in his defence at Oxford Crown Court, told the jury he was with his alleged victim on the night in question last October - but did not attack
Dame Kelly Holmes has tipped Oxford City star Hannah England for a glittering future after her victory in the 1500m at the National Collegiate AA Championships in Iowa. England, who won the race with an Olympic qualifying time of 4.06.19, will compete
Oxford United's hopes of a huge cash windfall have been dealt a blow - after Dean Whitehead vowed to stay at Sunderland. The midfielder, who has spent the last four seasons at the Stadium of Light after leaving United, has been linked with a £3m move
A man today denied sexually assaulting a woman after pinning her to a bed. Martin Piltz, 23, giving evidence in his defence at Oxford Crown Court, told the jury he was with his alleged victim on the night in question last October - but did not attack
Two more cancer sufferers have vented their anger at health officials for refusing to pay for a life-extending drug. Victor and Amy Armstrong, of Garsington, plan to appeal after Oxfordshire NHS Primary Care Trust decided against prescribing Mr Armstrong
A teenager was driving at up to 90mph before a crash which killed him, an inquest heard today. Henry Avery, 18, died after the accident on the A361 Burford to Lechlade road, near the Cotswold Wildlife Park, on December 6 last year. Mr Avery's friend
Tennis players in North Oxford are being encouraged to turn up this weekend to show their support for public courts threatened by privatisation. Residents who pay and play are concerned about city council plans to lease Alexandra Courts in Summertown
Eight medals awarded to disgraced former Oxford United chairman, Robert Maxwell are expected to fetch up to £8,000 at auction next month. The medals include the Military Cross. There is also the 1939-45 Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal,
Pupils, parents and former staff will say a fond farewell to an Oxford secondary school on Friday. Peers School, in Sandy Lane West, Littlemore, is set to close next month to make way for Oxford's first academy. About 500 people are expected at
Oxfordshire's Henley Parliamentary constituency has a history of MPs with blond locks. Who can forget Michael Heseltine's flowing hair or Boris Johnson's floppy haystack? Now Miss Great Britain finalist Amanda Harrington, from Liverpool, is putting
East Oxford residents are being invited to have their say about plans to charge people to park outside their homes. Hundreds of consultation documents have been delivered to houses in the Divinity and Magdalen Road areas. It is planned to introduce
Six youths have appeared in court in connection with two kidnapping incidents. The charges relate to December 16, 2007, when a boy said he was kidnapped from Rymers Lane, Cowley, Oxford, and March 17, 2008, when an 18-year-old man was allegedly kidnapped
Eight medals awarded to disgraced former Oxford United chairman, Robert Maxwell are expected to fetch up to £8,000 at auction next month. The medals include the Military Cross. There is also the 1939-45 Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal,
Police have admitted they are frustrated seatbelt law continues to be flouted, after a rush-hour spot-check in Oxford. Thirty five motorists were pulled over between 8am and 10am today. The operation, at The Slade fire station in Horspath Driftway
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, will read a eulogy at the funeral of Joan Cocke on Monday. Mrs Cocke was the wife of James Cocke, who is the vicar of All Saints Church in Lime Walk, Headington, and one of the country's longest-serving
Thames Valley Police's deputy chief constable is leaving the force to become Hampshire's new chief constable. Alex Marshall, 46, was made assistant chief constable of Thames Valley in August 2004, then became acting deputy chief constable in January
Two more cancer sufferers have vented their anger at health officials for refusing to pay for a life-extending drug. Victor and Amy Armstrong, from Garsington, plan to appeal after Oxfordshire NHS Primary Care Trust decided against prescribing Mr Armstrong
Many grass verges around Didcot resemble the Somme battlefields, made up of deep holes filled with mud that have been churned up by inconsiderate car drivers, who couldn't give a damn about the appearance of the streets in which they live. With others
So Oxford residents want 20mph speed limits throughout their city (Oxford Mail, June 13). I assume that the self same residents would be happy for other cities, towns and villages they pass through to have 20mph speed limits. Of course not! They abide
Police minister Tony McNulty told Sky News: "There's nothing the Government can do to stop knife crime," adding, "it's in the hands of the public". Should the public say a quiet prayer in the secrecy of a place of worship? Mumble a few words in the
Tennis players in North Oxford are being encouraged to turn up this weekend to show their support for public courts threatened by privatisation. Residents who pay and play are concerned about city council plans to lease Alexandra Courts in Summertown
Oxfordshire's Henley Parliamentary constituency has a history of MPs with blond locks. Who can forget Michael Heseltine's flowing hair or Boris Johnson's floppy haystack? Now Miss Great Britain finalist Amanda Harrington, from Liverpool, is putting
A man arrested following a road accident near Bicester was tonight being interviewed by police officers. The 55-year-old was arrested on suspicion of failing to stop at a road traffic accident, driving while disqualified, driving with excess alcohol
Bernard Llewellyn, who "epitomised the very best of Oxfam", has died at his Abingdon home aged 88. The South Avenue resident devoted 24 years of his life to the Oxford-based aid charity, helping the then-fledgling organisation prosper around the world
The Insider's swingometer went into overdrive this week after it was revealed Miss Great Britain finalist Amanda Harrington and fellow model Louise Cole were standing as independent candidates in the Henley by-election. Although they can hardly be described
Frilford Heath's Ashley Walton held his nerve to win one of the most closely contested BB&O Amateur Championships in recent times. Walton, who was also champion in 2002, parred the last two holes at Castle Royle to pip home player Tom Wilde by one shot
A teenager was driving at up to 90mph before a crash which killed him, an inquest heard today. Henry Avery, 18, died after the accident on the A361 Burford to Lechlade road, near the Cotswold Wildlife Park, on December 6 last year. Mr Avery's friend
European Tour veteran Roger Chapman heads the field when the Jamega Pro Tour comes to Witney Lakes next week. Chapman, who at 617 lies second on the all-time list of European Tour events played, won the Rio de Janeiro 500 Years Open in 2000. He tees
Allotment holders in Oxford have received a double boost as the city council tries to encourage more people to grow their own fruit and veg. Four allotment associations have received rebates after hundreds of plot holders had their crops devastated
Oxfordshire Ladies captain Justine Lawrence has announced her team for Midlands South Region County Week at Wellingborough. The new region sees Oxon face Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire and Hereford and Worcestershire next
Lucky Lewis Rankin has won a new scooter in an Oxford Mail competition. The 20-year-old from Wytham View, Eynsham, won a £1,299 CPI Aragon 50cc Club scooter after answering a series of questions in the paper. Mr Rankin said: "It is absolutely beautiful
East Oxford residents are being invited to have their say about plans to charge people to park outside their homes. Hundreds of consultation documents have been delivered to houses in the Divinity and Magdalen Road areas. It is planned to introduce
Former world trick shot champion Paul Barrington will perform at The Wychwood's James Earl Memorial Trophy on Friday. The annual event will raise funds for the new cancer care unit at Oxford's Churchill Hospital.
FRILFORD HEATH Gold Medal - Oxon competitors: 2 S Elliott (Frilford Heath) 76+73=149, 3 D Summers (Burford) 73+76=149, 5 A Wootton (Oxford City) 76+74=150, 8 D Knight (The Oxfordshire) 73+78=151, 9 A Walton (Frilford Heath) 74+77=151, 10 R Harrhy (Frilford
Nearly 1,000 people have failed to convince the Vale of White Horse it should change its bus pass start time for pensioners. The national travel scheme for over-60s came into force across England in April and requires all councils to start the free travel
Police have charged six youths in connection with two kidnapping incidents in Oxford. On December, 16, 2007, a 16-year-old boy was kidnapped from Rymers Lane, Cowley. Then on March 17, 2008, an 18-year-old man was kidnapped from Oxford Road, Cowley
It wasn't the most romantic of settings, but even by French standards, the love-making was impressive. "They will copulate for 12 hours," explained farmer Benjamin, with pride. "They are very strong," he added, proving the point by lifting the embroiled
A campaign group says an independent review it helped fund raises serious doubts over the case for a giant reservoir between Wantage and Abingdon. The Group Against Reservoir Development (Gard) commissioned an expert on water resources to bring Thames
Pupils, parents and former staff will say a fond farewell to an Oxford secondary school on Friday. Peers School, in Sandy Lane West, Littlemore, is set to close next month to make way for Oxford's first academy. About 500 people are expected at the
Thames Valley Police's deputy chief constable is leaving the force to become Hampshire's new chief constable from October 16 this year. Mr Marshall, 46, was appointed assistant chief constable of Thames Valley Police in August 2004, then became acting
Cub scouts from Banbury took part in an attempt to gain a Guinness World Record for the biggest sleepover. The 6th Banbury St Hugh's Pack made camp in their hut at Banbury School on Saturday night and used the event to raise money for Save the Children
Former Radley athlete Hatti Dean has been given a late call-up to represent Great Britain at this weekend's Spar European Cup in Anncey, France. The Hallamshire Harrier will compete in the women's 3,000m steeplechase, following the late withdrawal of
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Abingdon Ambler Luke Chown produced some superb performances to lower his personal best in both the 100 and 200m at the SEAA Under 20 Championships at Crystal Palace. He won his heat of the 200m in 22.14secs, then qualified for the final by finishing
Abingdon Amblers saw off Headington Roadrunners to finish second in the Ridgeway 86-mile multi terrain relay race from Ivinghoe Beacon to Marlborough. Oz Ellis edged past Headington into second place by 16 seconds on the final leg. Abingdon saved
The CPM Thame 10K takes place on Sunday, June 29 (9.30am). A new course for this year includes more of the traffic free and scenic Phoenix Trail. Thame Runners, who organise the event, believe that there will be close to 1,000 runners. Entry forms
Nelson hit back for a 3-3 draw in their first Oxford & District Summer League Section 2 clash. Terry Green put Democrats in front scoring 8,060, including a break of 4,500. But Nelson bounced back with good wins from Lewis Stratford (6,120) and Sean
Thames Valley Police's deputy chief constable is leaving the force to take over as Hampshire's chief constable. Alex Marshall, 46, will take over on October 16 this year. Mr Marshall was appointed assistant chief constable of Thames Valley Police
KENNET LEAGUE Hagbourne A 96 (14pts), Trentham A 68 (0) (Hagbourne skips first): P Ryman 29, K Jones 17; D Hall 25, M Vickers 18; I Snowdon 22, C Haslam 21; M Mullins 20, G Hayden 12. Hagbourne B 78 (12), Trentham B 67 (2) (Hagbourne skips first):
Champions Banbury Central A suffered their first defeat since July 2006 in the Oxford & District League, sponsored by Yarnton Nurseries Garden Centre. Oxford City & County A were the last team to beat Central almost two years ago, and they pulled off
Oxfordshire's hopes of progressing from Group 3A in the EBA Middleton Cup were dashed as they suffered their second successive heavy defeat with a 139-92 thrashing by Hampshire at Banbury Central. Oxon went into the tie knowing they had to win after
Oxfordshire's Gary Lucas and Greg Moon have been called up by England for the 2008 British Isles Bowls Council International Series at Llandrindod Wells from June 27-29. The Banbury Borough duo were selected to face Scotland, Ireland and Wales after
Fifty-four motorists were pulled over by police today in a two-hour operation targeting people not wearing seatbelts. Between 8-10am, roadside officers waved offending drivers into The Slade fire station, in Horspath Driftway, Oxford. Motorists were
Fifty-four motorists were pulled over by police today in a two-hour operation targeting people who do not wear seatbelts. Between 8am and 10am, roadside officers waved offending drivers into The Slade fire station, in Horspath Driftway, Oxford. Motorists
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after colliding with a car on the A41, close to junction 9 of the M40, at Wendlebury. Paramedics were called to the incident at 7.30am. The accident happened on the northbound carriageway, causing delays to motorists
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital today after he was involved in a collision with a car on the A41 in Bicester. The collision happened on the northbound carriageway, near the Esso garage, at 7.30am. The crash led to the temporary closure of the road
The ODN festival is over for 2008 and our group once again finished in a blaze of glory with the play ‘In Two Minds’ being called back for the gala performance on the Saturday night - congratulations to Andrea Spencer and Kate Belcher who not only acted
Two people were evacuated from a house in Abingdon after a pan on a gas cooker caught fire. The blaze, in Spring Road, began just after 9pm last night and was dealt with by firefighters from the town. The occupants were given precautionary treatment
Two people were evacuated from a house in Abingdon after a pan on a gas cooker caught fire. The blaze, in Spring Road, began just after 9pm last night and was dealt with by firefighters from the town. The occupants were given precautionary treatment
A police officer has promised vehicle crime in East Oxford will drop as soon as CCTV is installed in Cowley Road. Insp Brian Cooper was speaking after the latest crime statistics showed theft of vehicles and vehicle interference almost doubled between
Scientists investigating an outbreak of bird flu at a farm near Banbury suspect mallard ducks reared for sport shooting may have been responsible. An official report on the June 4 outbreak said the most likely explanation was infection from a ducks
Former student Michael Moritz and his partner, writer Harriet Heyman, have donated more than £25m to Christ Church, on the condition it goes towards Oxford University's massive fundraising drive. The donation is the largest financial gift in the college's
Two crashes on major roads around Oxfordshire are causing massive hold-ups this morning. The A41 is closed northbound between junction 9 of the M40 and the B4030, Oxford Road following what is believed to be a collision between a motorcycle and a car
Sixty families have returned to their homes in the past month after being forced into temporary accommodation by last summer's floods. Floods recovery minister John Healey was today due to tell the Association of British Insurers' conference the pace
A MAN followed a woman into her room before pinning her to the bed and sexually assaulting her, a court heard yesterday. Martin Piltz, 23, is accused of attacking the woman before she fled to a bathroom and locked herself in. Piltz, of Walton Well
TELEVISION viewers will tonight see Oxford woman Sass Willis attempt to tackle life without creature comforts on a remote Panamanian island. The 35-year-old, from Headington, copes without running water, central heating or a computer as she becomes
HODSONS estate agents in Bicester is to close by the end of the month, while Andrews has announced 13 redundancies in response to a downturn in trade. David Hodson, who founded Hodsons in 1970, said the Bicester office closure was partly because of
HARD-STRETCHED households across Oxford were hit with more bad news last night as inflation rose, placing more strain on tight family finances. Bus users in Oxford were hit with a 6.5 per cent increase in fares because of spiralling fuel costs, which
It is hardly rocket science that something needs to be done to correct the chronic imbalance facing scores of hard-working families. Across the county, tens of thousands drive to work to put food on the table. Each day, tens of thousands of people
Hard-pressed households across Oxford were hit with more bad news last night as inflation rose, placing more strain on tight family finances. Bus users in Oxford were hit with a 6.5 per cent increase in fares because of spiralling fuel costs, which
A drive to get more private landlords to house homeless families and single people is being held at Oxford Town Hall today. Letting agencies, private landlords and anyone with a house or room to rent is invited to attend in a bid to highlight Oxford
HUNDREDS of Filipinos celebrated the 110th anniversary of their nation's independence at Oxford's John Radcliffe Hospital. For the fifth year on the trot the city's Filipino community came together to mark the occasion - with colourful parades and
A man banned from begging anywhere in England and Wales has been jailed for four months after being caught five times in a week. Peter Wilson, 47, of Oxford, was given an antisocial behaviour order at Oxford Magistrates' Court on Monday, June 2, and
Television viewers will tonight see Oxford woman Sass Willis attempt to tackle life without creature comforts on a remote Panamanian island. The 35-year-old, from Headington, copes without running water, central heating or a computer as she becomes
ORGANISERS of a village after-school club are appealing for help in finding a new permanent home. Maria Wilkinson, co-ordinator of the John Watson After School Kids' Club, based in the youth club in Littleworth Road, Wheatley, said the club was desperate
Daring fundraisers who abseiled from the roof of an Oxford hospital have raised £44,000 for a new cancer treatment centre. The 100ft abseil in April, from the roof of the women's centre at the John Radcliffe was in aid of the Oxford Radcliffe Hospitals
Defence Secretary Des Browne last night praised the 500 people who lined Oxford streets to pay their respects to five dead British soldiers. On Monday, the bodies of the five paratroopers killed in Afghanistan were flown into RAF Lyneham in Wiltshire
Sixty families have returned to their homes in the past month after being forced into temporary accommodation by last summer's floods. Floods recovery minister John Healey was today due to tell the Association of British Insurers' conference the pace
Eight people were arrested on suspicion of drugs offences and two sound systems confiscated after police shut down an illegal rave at Scutchamer Knob, on the Ridgeway near Wantage. The gathering on Sunday was the seventh illegal rave officers had been
A man followed a woman into her room before pinning her to the bed and sexually assaulting her, a court heard. Martin Piltz, 23, is accused of attacking the woman before she fled to a bathroom and locked herself in. Piltz, of Walton Well Road, Jericho
Former student Michael Moritz and his partner, writer Harriet Heyman, have donated more than £25m to Christ Church, on the condition it goes towards Oxford University's massive fundraising drive. The donation is the largest financial gift in the college's
