THE lessons from Hurricane Irma and other extreme weather events are clear. There is a pattern of more severe storms, floods and droughts around the world. Climate change is here and with a vengeance. For much too long industrialisation has depended
IF key issues were tackled in Oxford City Council, not by sheepish councillors then meaningful action would have already been taken to end homelessness and provide housing for Oxford’s key workers: with policies to end the persistent culture of low
I AM writing with reference to the front page story of Tuesday September 5, ‘£100,000 to get rid of this’ concerning the superdump at Redbridge Hollow. This dump site is situated next to a site for the travelling community and the residents there
OUR county council took 10 months to remodel Frideswide Square. For £6.4 million of our money, we deserved a design that would anticipate traffic increases, either seasonally for sales and Christmas shopping or long-term with the redeveloped Westgate
MICHEL Barnier, the EU’s Brexit negotiator says that he sees the process as an opportunity to “teach the British people and others just what leaving the EU means”. He continues to say that he saw it as his job to “educate” the UK about the price
During the second half of August, barely a day went by without the Oxford Mail printing a report or a letter exposing the threat that the City Council poses to Oxford’s natural environment, and to its Green Belt in particular. Included in this
LAST Tuesday the Uplands Planning Committee debated, for the second time, a planning application in Charlbury. There were over 100 local objections from residents, which at the meeting got summarised extremely briefly by the planning officer.
SOPHIE Grubb is to be congratulated for her report (September 4) of the damage to the reputation of both Sister Frances Dominica, and the wonderful Helen House, the first hospice for children with life-threatening illnesses, by the allegations of historical
Your recent article about remembrance reminds me of the loss my family suffered in the First World War, when four out of five brothers died, all from the small farming community that was East Hanney. The surviving brother was my grandfather, and my
A MAN was repeatedly kicked and punched by youths outside a supermarket. The 29-year-old was set upon after an argument in front of Waitrose in Wantage sometime between 10.30pm and 11.10pm on Saturday. Police are now appealing for witnesses
TRAFFIC is moving slowly on the Eastern By-Pass Road in Oxford after a car and lorry crashed. The vehicles collided on the Littlemore roundabout at about 2.30pm. There is congestion on the Southern By-Pass Road to the Heyford Hill roundabout.
OXFORDSHIRE residents continue to defy the dangers of Hurricane Irma. Oxford Brookes University media manager Úna McBreen has been holidaying in Cuba for the past week and was in the capital Havana when Irma hit on Saturday. She tweeted the
HUNDREDS are expected at a summer fete which will celebrate and raise awareness of the work done by an Oxfordshire charity. This Saturday, Restore’s Banbury Summer Fete will be attended by deputy town mayor Shaida Hussain. She will open the charity’s
TWO people needed hospital treatment after a two cars crashed in Banbury, with one of the drivers failing to stop. Police are now looking for a driver of a silver Mercedes who drove off after his car collided with a blue Citroen Picasso on Edmunds
COMING soon: a town centre flat in a Victorian town hall with its own balcony for making proclamations. The top of the Wantage's 1877 town hall is set to be converted into four apartments and one lucky resident will get the original balcony overlooking
1:05pm Time's up for today, many thanks for all your contributions. That hour flew by - and we didn't even
THE unique microclimate of an Oxfordshire vineyard may have helped it escape the worst of a weather-related catastrophe.IN the last week of April this year, panicked winemakers across Europe were frantically deploying candles, electric heaters and fans
A SERIES of workshops for people looking to start their own businesses in Oxfordshire will take place this autumn.Oxfordshire Business Support will hold over 40 workshops to support those who are looking to launch new start-up ventures or who want to
SCOUTS have asked their parish council if they can keep using their hut for another 40 years.Grove Scout Group has asked Grove Parish Council to renew the lease on their Cane Lane hall from August 1, 2018.Councillors will make a decision on the application
ONE of Oxford University's richest colleges is attempting to hack away at 'deep-rooted' divides between town and gown.Christ Church College has launched a new initiative to attract applicants from a wider range of backgrounds, and boost the
Depending on when you read this, Apple is either about to reveal its new iPhone or it has just done so. It is the time of year when the company’s roadshow rolls into town and everyone gets incredibly excited about what new technologies the latest phone
Please assure me I am not being fogeyishly intolerant in objecting to the charity chuggers who bother me in our local supermarket.Waitrose no doubt thinks it is burnishing its reputation for care in the community, so to speak, by allowing these people
CCTV IMAGES have been released following a theft from a cash machine in Witney. Police want to speak with the man in the images about the incident, which took place on July 13 at about 9.30am at HSBC in Market Square. The victim, a man in
PEOPLE across the county are invited to see displays of country skills and crafts in a 19th century sawmill and workshop that once served the Blenheim Palace Estate. The event at Combe Mill, near Long Hanborough, will include demonstrations of basket
Just over a month has elapsed since the opening of No 1 Ship Street and discerning diners – to which add lunchers and breakfasters – are already celebrating a valuable addition to the Oxford restaurant scene.This is, let me stress at once, a characterful
THINGS have been curiouser and curiouser at the John Radcliffe Hospital recently as a collection of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland themed paintings have gone on display.The series, which also includes pieces inspired by other children's classics
CANADA was always on our “must do” list but I was finally persuaded after my wife showed me Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines brochure, featuring their ‘Rugged and Rural Canada’ cruise including a touch of the blarney.The itinerary on the good ship Boudicca included
A STREET collection in Witney will raise funds for the victims of Hurricane Irma. The proceeds of the collection on Thursday will be used to purchase ShelterBoxes, which contain a tent and survival equipment which can hour a family of up to 10 people
GET lost in a good book as Story Fest returns to Milton Manor, near Abingdon.The children's literary festival and family fun day will see the historic house's grounds transformed to bring to life beloved stories and characters.Everyone from the
CUTTING the grass has been ranked by residents as one of their top three priorities for their local authority to work on.Taxpayers in Vale of White Horse also told the district council they wanted more support for local shops and businesses and proper
A 'LIFE size 3D letterform' sculpture of Wallingford resident Rupert Beazley has gone on display as part of a public art installation in London to mark the launch of the Make Blood Cancer Visible campaign.The sculpture of Rupert's name stands
Tom Pilsworth of Oxford University's Saïd Business School explores the relationship between business and the Arts as revealed in a new exhibitionBUSINESS and the Arts may often seem like two very different worlds, but our new exhibition at Saïd Business
A DIDCOT fundraising organisation that has made a difference to the lives of countless ill children is celebrating its 10th anniversary by seeking to raise another £10,000.Andrew Baker, who has lived with a brain injury since birth, set up Play2Give in
MUSICIANS, poets, artists and other performers will take to the stage in Witney to raise awareness of the plight of refugees around the world. Billed as Witney’s ‘international music event’, Asylum Sounds will return later this month following
COMPASSION, care and campaigning are at the heart of a charity's annual awards as it shines the light on Oxfordshire's 'hidden army'.Backed by the Oxford Mail, Age UK Oxfordshire is urging the community to nominate volunteers, paid staff
SHOPPERS are being invited to a special birthday celebration as Cowley Road's Tesco Metro turns 50. On Thursday it will be half a century since the supermarket chain opened in the heart of East Oxford and the store is hosting a party for customers
OXFORD United’s attacking football was a joy for John Mousinho – but the debutant believes they should have been even more clinical against Gillingham.The defender enjoyed an excellent first appearance, helping the U’s to a 3-0 win at the Kassam Stadium.All
TOO much focus has been given to bringing jobs to Oxford rather than providing homes for people here already, according to the city's Liberal Democrats. Oxford City Council is working through consultation responses to its local plan, which outlines
ON a day when many elite cyclists passed through Charlbury, up to 50 youngsters followed in their tracks in a tour of their own.As part of a 'Ride and Stride' event, children sped through the town on their bikes to raise cash for Oxfordshire Historic
AN Oxford MP has been appointed to a ‘crucial’ government committee responsible for scrutinising public spending.Layla Moran, MP for Oxford West and Abingdon, has announced she is now a member of the House of Commons’ Public Accounts Committee.Its job
A NEW study from Oxford has revealed the health service costs for hospital care of people who self-harm, which researchers say emphasises the need for effective clinical services and prevention initiatives.Self-harm by intentional poisoning or self-injury
TRAFFIC has now returned to normal on the A34 northbound after a crash caused long queues. Delays of up to 45 minutes were reported this morning between the M4 and East Illsley. The accident happened near Fidler's Lane.
FENCING slathered with slippery paint has been put up to protect an Abingdon building. Residents had complained that the former Upper Reaches Hotel in Thames Street had become a favourite hangout for antisocial youths, since its closure in 2015
OXFORDSHIRE will be at the 'forefront of digital connectivity in the UK' thanks to a Better Broadband programme.Oxfordshire County Council said it would be looking to 'unlock' more Government funding to roll out superfast broadband to
ONE of Witney’s oldest celebrations will return to the town today.The Witney Feast, which will mark its 774th anniversary, will see a large fun fair on The Leys with games, rides and entertainment for everyone. The fair is open today and tomorrow until
PEP Clotet said Oxford United began to beat Gillingham last week, with the attitude they showed in training. The U’s ran out 3-0 winners at the Kassam Stadium, with Jack Payne, Joe Rothwell and Rob Hall on target. It was a clash of styles,
A CAMPAIGN to raise awareness of 'car-dooring' is needed to save lives, Cycling UK has warned. The charity has written to transport minister Jesse Norman calling for changes to prevent the issue of motorists opening their car doors without checking
HUNDREDS of years of tradition will be broken after Thame Fair was cancelled with just two weeks’ notice. The fair, which was due to take place between September 21 and 23, will no longer go ahead after organisers refused to renew their deal with
A TEENAGER caught close to a children's playground planning to deal drugs, has been given the chance to "spend Christmas with family" if he promises to turn his life around.Lewis Finch, of St Martins Road in Rose Hill, Oxford, was due to
SKY BET LEAGUE ONE Oxford Utd 3, Gillingham 0. VANARAMA NATIONAL LEAGUE SOUTH Oxford City 3, East Thurrock Utd 3. EVO-STIK LEAGUE South League Premier: Banbury Utd 3, Frome Tn 4. South League West: Cinderford Tn 7, Didcot
MUSICIANS, poets, artists and other performers will take to the stage in Witney to raise awareness of the plight of refugees around the world.Billed as Witney’s ‘international music event’, Asylum Sounds will return later this month following a successful
LEADERS Banbury United saw their 100 per cent record ended when they lost 4-3 at home to Frome Town.Despite a late rally, the Puritans suffered a surprise defeat which sees them drop from first to third in the Evo-Stik South Premier Division.After Luke
LEADERS Banbury United saw their 100 per cent record ended when they lost 4-3 at home to Frome Town.Despite a late rally, the Puritans suffered a surprise defeat which sees them drop from first to third in the Evo-Stik South Premier Division.After Luke
OXFORD City’s hopes of recording a welcome victory were dashed when visitors East Thurrock United came from behind three times to snatch a 3-3 draw on Saturday, writes RYAN BRATLEY.At least Mark Jones’s side ended a run of three successive defeats in
ONE of the world's most exclusive private members clubs has said it is still going ahead with plans to open a motel at a petrol station near Oxford – despite no action for nearly a year.Soho House told the Oxford Mail it remains committed to its scheme
A TRAIL of discovery unlocked access to a host of historical treasures hiding around Oxford city.‘Wide-eyed’ residents explored rarely-seen spaces at the weekend for the annual Oxford Open Doors festival.Organised by Oxford Preservation Trust (OPT) in
A MUCH-loved Oxford hospice has announced a key milestone for its expansion plans.Building works are due to commence at Sobell House Hospice in Headington on October 12, and will be marked with a ‘breaking the ground’ ceremony.It has also now informed
A MAN in his 20s died after two cars crashed on a road in South Oxfordshire. The man was a passenger in a Ford Fiesta which collided with a Range Rover travelling in the opposite direction on the B4507 near Ashbury on Saturday. A woman who
EXPERIENCED airmen were ‘tragically’ killed on a tour of duty after their aircraft got caught in a barely-visible balloon cable. Enemy fire and explosive devices were among the hazards flight lieutenants Alan Scott and Geraint Roberts had expected
BANBURY MAGISTRATES SARFRAZ HUSSAIN, 24, of no fixed abode, was convicted of driving through a red traffic signal at the Southern-Bypass, Oxford, on December 18. He was fined £250 and must pay a victim surcharge of £30 and court costs of £300.
A PLEDGE has been made to plough £64m into building thousands of affordable homes in Oxford. Oxford City Council unveiled plans today to build at least 2,050 affordable homes in the city between now and 2023, of which 530 will be delivered by its own
THE Government needs to reverse 'draconian measures' against the police, the chairman of the Thames Valley Police federation has said. Police constable Craig O'Leary said officers in the region felt like they were doing a job with 'one hand tied
JACK Payne believes Oxford United served notice of a bright future this season with the way they despatched Gillingham. The on-loan midfielder scored the first of three goals in eight minutes as Joe Rothwell and Rob Hall also struck to give Pep
OXFORD could get a major new office and restaurant complex in the heart of the city after planning bosses had second thoughts over a multi-million pound project.Oxford City Council is looking to spend £9.75m on knocking down and rebuilding 1-5 George
