Archive - Wednesday, 8 April 2020

Mildred Gough
GOUGH Mildred Grace Died peacefully in Kirlena Care Home, on Saturday 4th of April, aged 87 years, beloved wife of the late Brian, mother of Karen, Katrina (deceased) and Marianne, Granny to Brent, James, Jack, Lewis and Jennifer and Great Grandmother…
Colm KEADY
KEADY Colm (Coleman/Colin) Of Oxford aged 81 years passed away at the John Radcliffe on 25th March. Beloved husband of the late Maria and a much loved father of Michael, Ann, Peter, Mary, Colm, and grandfather, who will be sadly missed. Due to the…
Anthony Clark
CLARK Anthony ''Checker'' Passed away at his home in Banbury on 24th March aged 68 Years. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and all those who knew him. Due to the current situation, his funeral will be attended by immediate family only, who…
Hilda Johnston
JOHNSTON Hilda Passed peacefully in her sleep at the John Radcliffe Hospital, aged 92 years. Dearly beloved Mum, Gran, Great Gran. She will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts. Family flowers only. Donations to Sobell Hospice
Jean MANTHORPE
MANTHORPE Jean Passed away peacefully at Bridge House Care Home on 2nd April aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Stan, and much loved mother of Jane, Paul and Kate. Also a much loved grandmother and great grandmother who will be sadly missed by all…
Sean Horan
HORAN Sean Passed away at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth on Tuesday 17th March 2020, aged 65 years. Cherished Dad, devoted Grandad, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Brother and a kind friend to many. A Memorial service will be arranged and details…
Robin Hall
HALL Robin John (retired Oxford bus driver) Beloved Husband of Jayne (nBossom), Father of Christopher, Lee and Nik, passed away peacefully on 30th March 2020 at Claremont Nursing Home, Caister-on-Sea, Norfolk (formerly from Kidlington). God Bless
Sylvia Cribben
CRIBBEN Sylvia (Vi Butler) Peacefully passed away at the Churchill hospital on 28th March 2020, Aged 74 Years. Loving Wife to Dave, Adored Mum to Shane, Tracey, Lisa, Colleen and Step mum to Darryl. Devoted Nan and great Nan. Missed by all who knew her.…
Volunteer ambulance hero killed by virus
THE WIDOW of an Oxfordshire medic who died after catching coronavirus while helping in the community has urged people to stay at home.
Oxfordshire coronavirus death toll rises to 45
ANOTHER two patients in Oxfordshire have died after testing positive for the coronavirus.
Would working to the sounds of a pub help you concentrate at home?
The current coronavirus crisis is forcing many to work from home and one Wallingford entrepreneur is helping people bring 'office banter' to their living room.
Town and dressing gown: take part in virtual race instead
THOUSANDS of runners will make history by taking part in Oxford's first ever virtual Town and Gown race.
Coronavirus: Boris Johnson in intensive care as Oxfordshire death toll at 45
5,373 people in the UK have now died with coronavirus as cases continue to rise, reaching more than 50,000 . The number in Oxfordshire, meanwhile, has gone up to 450 - with 45 deaths in the county confirmed.
Debenhams filing for administration: Can customers still shop online and use a gift card?
Department store Debenhams is on the brink of entering administration for the second time in a year, after the coronavirus lockdown forced it to close stores for business.
Parking fines among the biggest motoring fines - Do you know where not to park?
Picking up your post to find an envelope, enclosing a hefty parking fine can be one of the most frustrating things in life.
Could you have coronavirus without any symptoms? How to protect yourself and others
Fresh concerns have been raised over the possibility of contracting coronavirus without displaying symptoms.
Nurse hits out at hospital for stopping all staff parking for free
A NURSE has accused John Radcliffe Hospital managers of risking the spread of coronavirus by refusing to make its car parks free for all staff.
'Stop leaving clothes' - firefighters' plea over piles of donations
FIREFIGHTERS have urged people to stop donating clothes during the coronavirus outbreak.
Didcot postmen walk out on strike due to coronavirus safety worries
POSTMEN working in Didcot have gone out on strike after their depot was not cleaned when one member of staff became ill with COVID-19.
Local athletes recruited to deliver medication to homes
An innovative new service, connecting running and cycling clubs with local pharmacies, is helping to deliver muchp-needed medication to self-isolating residents across north Oxfordshire.
Bearded dragon rescued in Oxfordshire field
THIS charming reptile was involved in a dramatic rescue mission earlier today.
Tips to avoid coronavirus charity scammers
PEOPLE have been warned to be on their guard against criminals exploiting the coronavirus outbreak.
Would-be burglars caught red-handed
CLUMSY burglars were caught red-handed in the early hours of yesterday morning whilst they were attempting to break into a garage.
FIRST PERSON: Why Covid-19 testing is ‘crucial’ but no easy fix
Professor Sir John Bell, Regius Professor of Medicine Oxford University, explains why testing is the key to returning to normal
GP practices and pharmacies to stay open over Easter
GP practices in Oxfordshire will be open for telephone appointments on Good Friday and Easter Monday.
Health trust head postpones retirement to aid coronavirus fight
THE chief executive of the trust in charge of Oxfordshire's community hospitals has postponed his retirement.
Case of deadly dog disease Alabama Rot in Oxfordshire
FOUR new cases of Alabama Rot have been confirmed today by vet specialist referral centre, Anderson Moores.
Blenheim Palace donates 15,000 chocolate bunnies to foodbanks
A TOTAL of 15,000 Easter bunnies have been donated to local foodbanks by Blenheim Palace.
Bullingdon prisoner caught with razor blade 'shank' jailed
AN HMP Bullingdon prisoner caught with a homemade 'shank' fashioned out of a toothbrush in his cell has been jailed.
Protect NHS says local football team
A LOCAL football team has a message for the public - protect the NHS and save lives.
Bernie Sanders drops out of 2020 US presidential race
BERNIE Sanders has suspended his campaign in the 2020 US presidential race.
Brown bins left on kerb cause surprise
RESIDENTS in Oxford have been surprised that their brown garden waste bins were not collected this week.
Parks to remain open over Easter
OXFORD'S parks will remain open over Easter, the city council has confirmed.
Ambulance service appealing for seat covers
THE ambulance service in Oxfordshire is asking for donations of disposable seat covers for vehicles.
Your council is here for you, says leader
'GET in touch with the district council if you are struggling'.
Hotel preparations continue at Tolkien favourite pub the Eagle and Child
A FAMOUS Oxford pub where Tolkien used to drink wants to sell booze out of mini bars in planned new hotel rooms.
Controversial chicken farm is back to seek for permission
'Contentious' plans have been re-submitted to build a 59,000-strong chicken farm near Bicester.
Restaurants cook up takeaway dishes for customers during coronavirus lockdown
RESTAURANTS across Oxfordshire are working hard to supply takeaways to key workers and other diners during the coronavirus lockdown.
The big Oxford building projects put on hold by coronavirus
BUILDING projects across Oxford funded by the public are being put on hold for the foreseeable future due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Network Rail needs the help of retired signallers during coronavirus crisis
NETWORK Rail is calling on former or retired signallers in the Western route area to help keep the railway moving during the coronavirus crisis.
A call to arms for small labs to run Covid-19 tests
AN ABINGDON laboratory owner and entrepreneur has donated £1m of his own money to establish a network of coronavirus testing premises which could carry out 800,000 tests every day.
Online science activities for children missing school
TEACHERS across Oxfordshire confronted with the government-enforced lockdown have risen to the challenge and come up with new and inventive ways to keep pupils engaged in school work even from their bedrooms.
How to access essential help in the Covid-19 crisis
Many people have been left vulnerable in Oxfordshire as a result of the Covid-19 crisis, but volunteers are on hand to help with delivering food and essentials.
Domestic abuse helpline sees surge in calls during lockdown - how your partner could be breaking the law
The coronavirus lockdown has seen a surge in calls to the National Domestic Abuse helpline - the support charity Refuge has said.
FIFA approves extension of player contracts which expire in June
CONTRACTS due to expire at the end of June should be extended until the football season actually finishes, FIFA has recommended.
Eddie Pepperell hopeful European Tour will be back in July
EDDIE Pepperell is planning to go several weeks without hitting a golf ball, but admits the sudden loss of sport has reminded him how much he loves it.
Oxford United on this day: April 8
We look back at Oxford United's results on this day...
Remember When: Abingdon war memorial was falling over
THESE experts went beneath the streets of Abingdon in February 2009 to investigate a curious problem: the town war memorial was very slowly falling over.
No leisure centre? No problem as Ethan Rose gets a badminton court in his garden
THE coronavirus lockdown presents a particular challenge to sportsmen and women – but Ethan Rose has found a unique way round the problem.

7th April 2020