A TODDLER’S broken bones were discovered after he was taken to hospital with wounds to his face, a court heard. The boy’s father, Dwayne Gordon, denies allegations of wounding with intent, wounding, causing actual bodily harm and child neglect.
Here we look at archive photos from the Oxford Mail from the 1970s. In 1979, actors Jeremy Irons and Anthony Andrews were filmed in the Botanic Garden for scenes featuring in the popular TV series Brideshead Revisited. Jeremy Irons and Anthony
Owners from across Oxfordshire are sending in photos of their beloved pets. Hundreds of people sent in pictures to enter the Oxford Mail Perfect Pet 2022 competition. Read more: Nine nostalgic photos of 1985 After a shortlist was drawn
A new cafe in Gloucester Green in Oxford is attracting customers calling in for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea. The Spires Cafe has taken over the unit which was previously occupied by the games shop Thirsty Meeples, which has now moved to a
KEGAN DANCER, 32, of Main Street, Farnborough, pleaded guilty to being more than three times over the drink drive limit when he was caught behind the wheel in North Bar Street, Banbury, on April 10. He had 112mcgs of alcohol in 100ml of breath. He
FATAL stab killer Lewis Brown was on Oxford police's radar as one of a handful of people at risk of committing violent crime. Oxford police commander Supt Bruce Riddell said the force had ‘previously done work with’ the 20-year-old, who at his
A judge summoned a senior crown prosecutor to court after the CPS shrugged off an order to release unblurred CCTV footage. Judge Michael Gledhill QC had blasted as ‘completely ludicrous’ a four-hour hold up in starting the trial of alleged Barton
A man poured vodka over his then partner’s leg before setting fire to it. Michael Lincoln, 56, also held the woman by the throat and punched her twice to the face – leaving her with black eyes, Oxford Crown Court heard. READ MORE: Man guilty
Lifts at two train stations in Oxfordshire have been out of service, causing problems for the elderly, disabled and bike users. Both lifts at Bicester North train station have been closed and in need of repairs for two weeks. Additionally,
Major proposals to improve opportunities for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities are being debated by the county council. More than 860 people contributed to plans for the local area SEND strategy through public
As the cost of gas and electricity rises rapidly householders are being urged to apply for the £150 council tax energy rebate. In February the Government announced that, from April, properties in council tax bands A to D would receive the rebate
Kate Moss has told a court Johnny Depp “never” pushed her down any stairs, contrary to rumours discussed by Amber Heard during the US defamation trial. The British supermodel, who has a home in West Oxfordshire, said the actor, with whom she was
Rebekah Vardy, who was married twice in Oxfordshire, is said to have scored an own goal when it comes to saving her reputation. Now her ex-husband Steve Clarke has waded in, denying any involvement in a News of the World interview in which she
A woman is to appear at Oxford Magistrates Court after an alleged dog attack. Charlotte Amber-Rose McCollin, 30, of no fixed address will be tried today, May 26, after a dog in care was seen to be out of control, allegedly attacking and injuring
A CORONER has left the cause of death of a warehouseman whose body was pulled from River Cherwell last year “open-ended” due to lack of evidence. Jorge Martin Carreno’s body was discovered near the Persons Pleasure bathing spot on July 26, 2021
A Paralympic gold medallist is set to give a talk in Oxford today. Kadeen Cox OBE is best known for being a parasport athlete, competing in T38 para-athletics sprint events and C4 para-cycling. She's also a TV presenter. Today, she's expected
Jeremy Clarkson's said it was 'the happiest day of my life' when his daughter Emily married former boyband member Alex Andrew on his farm last weekend. The TV presenter, 62, proclaimed his daughter's wedding 'sublime' as he shared a clip of her
Two people have appeared in Oxford Magistrate’s Court this year for stealing from Sainsbury’s supermarkets. Caroline Walls, 46 of Linnet Close in Oxford was busted for stealing three bottles of Bacardi totalling £61.50 from Sainsbury’s in the John
A MAN in his Twenties was arrested earlier this month for drink-driving and being in possession of a knife and cannabis. The 21-year-old, who is from Thames, was arrested in the evening of Friday, May 13 by Thames Neighbourhood Police Team.
Plans for a “car centric” development with more than 800 homes have been approved and applauded for its socially rented accommodation. The next phase of the major Oxford development at Barton Park was approved by Oxford City Council at a planning
GOVERNMENT reforms to adult social care plans could cost Oxfordshire taxpayers millions of pounds, warns council. In September last year, the Government announced reforms to be implemented over the next 18 months that include changes to the rules
Plans have been submitted to Oxford City Council to improve the Town Hall’s flagpole. The proposals would see new stainless-steel fixtures and fittings installed on the Oxford Town Hall roof, to improve use of the flagpole. READ MORE: Plans
A MAN has been sentenced to 24 weeks in prison after he stole trainers and tanning spray from shops in Bicester. Valentine Marin, 52 of no fixed abode appeared in Oxford Magistrate’s Court on January 31 this year. Marin pleaded guilty to the
MORE than £21,000 has been raised for men’s charities by motorcyclists dressed in “dapper” outfits and riding through the streets of Oxford. A total of 231 riders took part in this year’s The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride which is a global event
AN Oxford MP has called for Boris Johnson to resign following Sue Gray’s report on parties that took place illegally at No 10 during the coronavirus pandemic. Liberal democrat Layla Moran, who is the MP for Oxford West and Abingdon, said the Prime
THE weather played its part as scores waned for those that played outside in week four. Only one player, the New Club’s Andy Lewis, got into the top scorer’s column as he defied the odds and hit 16 dolls 6-6-4 at home to Gladiators A. Lewis
A town in Oxfordshire could be down to its last “2 or 3 burial spaces” and plans to find more space are underway. Bicester Town Council, who run and maintain the Bicester Cemetery site between St. Edburg’s Church and Pingle Field, admit that due
OXFORD United’s proposed move to Stratfield Brake is set to be discussed by councillors this evening. On the agenda at Kidlington Parish Council’s annual parish meeting is ‘the future of Stratfield Brake’. Representatives from Oxfordshire County
New rapid EV chargers open at Headington Car Park, Old Greyfriars Street, and Leys Pool and Leisure centre. It follows the launch of other rapid taxi charging sites last year at Keble Road and Manzil Way Gardens. There are two bays with a rapid
KARL Robinson has brushed off rumours linking him with managerial vacancies at other clubs. Oxford United’s head coach remains a bookmakers’ favourite to be the next Queens Park Rangers boss, and was linked with the post at Hibernian earlier this
Oxford City Council has applied for permission from itself for controversial plans to build new homes at the East Oxford Community Centre. The plans would see homes built on Princes Street and Collins Street, off Cowley Road. The plans have proved
VISITING traveller sites and supporting farmers will be among the early duties undertaken by Oxfordshire County Council’s “no-nonsense” new chair. Councillor Susanna Pressel (Lab, Jericho & Osney), who served as vice-chair to predecessor Councillor
CROOK Susan (Sue) Pat Died on December 6th, 2021, at the John Radcliffe Hospital, aged 75 years. Private cremation took place on December 23rd, 2021. Gone but not forgotten - sadly missed by family and friends.
GOSLING Eileen Of Woodstock, died peacefully on 18th May 2022 aged 100 years. Wife of the late Dennis Gosling and much loved mother of Peter and Paul, also a much loved mother in law, grandmother and great grandmother who will be sadly missed and fondly
SARGEANT Peter George Stewart Peacefully on 7 May 2022 aged 90. Formerly of Slough, Cowley, Folly Bridge and Old Marston. Widower of Hazel and father of Linda, Dena and the late Joanna. Co-founder of The Vikings Sports Club; member of Summertown and Headington
HARTE Winnie 'Mum' It would have been your 86th Birthday today. Sadly missed. Always in our thoughts. From Jim and Siobhan and Families. xxxx
BARRETT Viv and Roy To Viv and Roy Barrett to celebrate your 60th Diamond Wedding Anniversary, remembering this day of 26th May 1962! All our love and best wishes for a great day of celebrations from all your Family!
BROWN Carolyn Margaret MBE Died peacefully at home on 20th May 2022 Wife of the late David Brown. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Carolyn's funeral will be held at St Thomas Canterbury Church, Elsfield on Wednesday 8th June at
WEARING Wendy (née Money) Of Chipping Norton, Oxford, Enstone, and Begbroke Passed away peacefully May 7th, 2022 aged 82 years. A much-loved wife, mother, and grandmother, she will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to take place on
PETTIFER Susan Elizabeth Passed away at Sobell House Hospice on Sunday 8th May 2022. Sue was a loving and caring Wife, Mum, Nan, Sister, and Friend. She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service will be held at St John's Church
