A 100-year-old who has seen her family span five generations has put her longevity down to her closest relations. Lifelong Bicester resident Queenie May Phillips – who was born on April 19, 1915 in a house on North Street – celebrated the occasion
RUNNERS and fundraisers who braved the cold for the OX5 Run have been praised for their efforts by the Duke of Marlborough. The 12th Duke presented an award to the first female winner of the run, Sophie Carter, and also handed out corporate and
2005 * Staff worked overtime to make sure postal votes for the General Election were delivered on time – 25,000 were delayed because of printing problems. * Car workers have reacted angrily to news that Jeremy Clarkson is to receive an honorary
You published a picture from Mike Siggery of the BMC Service Casuals’ football team in the 1960s (Memory Lane, February 9). I was very disappointed with the quality of the photograph, and you missed out the most important man in our team – Mr Siggery
I wrote to you after my mother was pictured among pupils at Donnington School in Oxford. Now my grandfather has appeared – in the photograph of new members who completed 25 years with Pressed Steel at Cowley in 1962 (Memory Lane, April 20).
Pupils at Marlborough School, Woodstock, were off on their travels. They were leaving to join an educational cruise on the SS Devonia, one of two ‘floating schools’ run by the British India Steam Navigation Company. During the 10-day trip in
Kit Winchester, seven, found two cats quite a handful – or rather an armful – until his sister Ann came to the rescue. These were among the animals on display at the Oxford and District Cat Club annual show in 1956. The top prize at the show
The Wingfield fete was one of the most popular summer events in Oxford. Although the Wingfield Hospital had become the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, the fete retained its original name. This picture, taken in 1986, shows Sally Reynolds, seven
Rail enthusiasts of all ages packed Cowley Parish Hall for Oxford and District Model Railway Club’s fifth annual one-day exhibition, which attracted a record 2,100 visitors in 1970. Popular exhibits included a layout based on Watlington station
Grove Church of England Primary School launched an appeal in 1990 to raise £12,000 for a new minibus. The existing bus was due to be retired in two years, but parents didn’t want to leave fundraising until the last minute. Events planned included a
The crew of HMS Kent chased and sank a German ship – despite stretching their vessel to the limit. As we recalled last week, the armoured cruiser was among the British fleet that scored a decisive victory over the Germans off the Falkland Islands
These were some of the staff and pupils at the Oxford Central Girls’ School in 1949. Generations of girls were taught at the school in New Inn Hall Street, whose history goes back to the 18th century. The picture above is part of one of those panoramic
TWO strangers, invited back to a couple's house after an evening drinking, stole their hosts' car keys and drove off in their car and van. John Bisson, 29, and Elizabeth Cleary, 32, also took an iPhone after the householders fell asleep. Both
BANBURY MAGISTRATES Luke Day, 31, of Canterbury Close, Banbury, admitted stealing two DVDs worth £39.98 from WH Smiths in Banbury on March 21. Also admitted being drunk and disorderly in Castle Street, Banbury, on March 27. Also admitted assaulting
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One issue of contention about the proposed flood relief scheme for Oxford has been the question whether alternative “natural” approaches are a viable alternative. To explore this topic we organised a symposium, held on March 26, in collaboration
It’s a familiar assembly of ingredients. But have you even leaned over your plate and stopped to wonder who invented the full English breakfast? It started with the Victorian middle classes. Wishing to impress their guests, they looked back to
THE many residents who, like us, will be affected by noise and vibration from the East-West Rail Project might like an update. Rob Brighouse, managing director of Chiltern Railways, has recently made a last-ditch appeal to Oxford City Council to
Cyclists are generally the quickest off the mark with complaints against other road users. It is easier, for example, to wing off a quick letter to one’s local paper than it is to acquire the skills necessary even to gain a motorcycle licence –
CPRE Oxfordshire director Helen Marshall is correct in that there needs to be effective public engagement in the process that is now under way to look into reviewing the Oxford Green Belt as part of the overall assessment of how to meet housing need
Fair play to John Tanner for making his personal opinion known to everyonein regards on the headline news regarding restricting car use in Oxford. Just before an election, is there any chance of the Oxford Mail listing the yeas, nays and on-the-fencers
A HISTORIAN has called for Oxford’s first martyr to be honoured with a memorial at the redeveloped railway station. Designs for the building’s revamp are in development after a masterplan was revealed last August. But Pam Manix, an expert on
A PUPIL from Didcot has been picked to be an official Rugby World Cup mascot. The news was broken to 12-year-old Finlay Harrison by stars of his favourite team London Welsh. Olly Barkley, who made the shock announcement with team-mate Seb Jewell
THE new team leader for a Barton community group has moved to the estate from Burford to start her dream job. Erica Payne, 28, said she could not wait to join Thrive Barton, a community-based charity that aims to improve the lives of young people
Rev Dr Timothy Bradshaw, Oxford University theology department Scores of young men packed into boats and risking life and limb to reach Europe from Libya, hundreds drowning. This horrifying spectacle has shocked us as we watch the TV news
Rev Dr Keith Beech-Gruneberg, director of local ministry training, Diocese of Oxford I’m currently teaching a course on the Psalms. These ancient poems and hymns are for many Christians a favourite part of what we call the Old Testament,
THE ambulance service is urging drivers to be more alert on the roads during emergencies. South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) is hoping residents across the county will become more considerate of emergency vehicles. Staff are hoping motorists
THE tiny tots who won the Oxford Mail Baby of the Year competition back in 2012 probably did not recognise each other at a recent reunion. Isabella Charlett was just six months old when she scored the most reader votes to come out top in the competition
Michael Appleton wished the end of the season was still a month away after Oxford United continued their strong form with a 1-0 win at Newport County. It saw them head into the close season on the back of a run which has seen them lose just twice
Sam Humphreys was thrilled to finally make his senior debut for Oxford United, 12 years after joining the club. The winger, from Chipping Norton, was a late substitute as the U’s won 1-0 at Newport County in the season finale. Humphreys, 19
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Andy Whing is contemplating hanging up his boots this summer, but the popular midfielder is in talks about staying at Oxford United in another role. The 30-year-old has been hampered by groin injuries for three seasons and is out of contract this
CLUB captain Matt Corker will embark on a ninth season with London Welsh after signing a new deal with the Exiles. The 32-year-old second row, who has made 223 appearances for the Oxford-based club, has become the fourteenth player to re-sign ahead
A RARE Mini Metro was stolen and found burnt out yesterday near Oakley on the Oxfordshire-Buckinghamshire border. The jet black car was taken from Mark Road in Headington overnight on Saturday. Its owner, 18-year-old Jamie Field, said it was
POSTERS warning Oxford restaurants not to serve a notorious con artist who orders slap-up meals then leaves without paying have been put up by police. Officers printed the 200 warning signs because Eric Austin, who was jailed for 10 weeks on April
THE warning issued by Thames Valley Police to Oxford’s restaurants over fraudster Eric Austin shows the difficulties of dealing with repeat offenders. The 45-year-old has become infamous for dining and dashing in city eateries, leaving behind large
IF YOU paid a visit to Broad Street on Sunday you might have been surprised to see hundreds of pairs of hands held high in the air. Christian worshippers from across Oxford gathered for an incredible display of their faith and unity as part of
WORSHIPPERS from across Oxford celebrated their faith in the heart of the city yesterday. Church members from congregations lined Broad Street for the 10th Love Oxford event. The sound of hymns, songs and prayers echoed throughout the city
THOUSANDS of people gathered to watch the annual Air Abingdon and Country Show yesterday afternoon. Families and aircraft fans visited the Abingdon Airfield at Dalton Barracks for the 16th show held in support of the Thames Valley and Chiltern
BORIS Johnson was greeted by a cheering crowd on a visit to Abingdon to support Conservative candidate Nicola Blackwood. The Mayor of London spoke in Market Place in the town centre on Saturday and addressed hundreds of people who turned out to
OXFORDSHIRE cruised to their second commanding Group 4 victory when they beat Bucks by eight wickets in a weather-affected game at Wormsley yesterday, writes MICHAEL KNOX. Luke Ryan’s side were on top from the moment Karl Penhale helped to reduce
DONATIONS were raised for Nepal earthquake victims at a ceremony honouring the county’s sacrifice in the two world wars. The cash was raised at the Turning the Pages ceremony, held in Christ Church Cathedral, on Saturday for the Disaster Emergency
A WOMAN died in a fatal car accident on Friday night and hours later two police officers were hit by a car while protecting the crash scene. Thames Valley Police said the fatal crash happened on Oxford’s Northern Bypass when a grey Toyota Avensis
THOUSANDS of runners filled Oxford’s historic streets once again yesterday for the 34th Town and Gown 10K run. The event raises money for charity Muscular Dystrophy UK and was watched by huge crowds lining the city route. Wonder Woman,
THE chief executive of Oxford booksellers Blackwell’s has said print is starting to recover after the digital revolution. David Prescott, appointed to the role two years ago, said the “digital disruption” to printed fiction and non-fiction books
SKY BET LEAGUE TWO Newport Co 0, Oxford Utd 1. UHLSPORT HELLENIC LEAGUE Bluefin Sports Supp Challenge Cup final: Hook Norton 3, Lydney Tn 2. OXFORDSHIRE SENIOR LEAGUE Premier Div: Horspath 0, Oakley 1. Div 2: Adderbury
THE new design of a Travelodge in a “landmark” Oxford location has been welcomed after changes were made by its architects. The 83-bed hotel currently under construction in Abingdon Road was originally refused permission by Oxford City Council,
