An Oxford woman is being hunted by police and people in Internet chatrooms for subjecting a July 7 bombing victim to a year-long 'cyber-stalking' campaign. Felicity Jane Lowde, of Jackson Road, Cutteslowe, has also become the subject of an online "Wanted
A police crackdown is being launched tomorrow on 'charity' con artists targeting Oxford city centre. The warning is going out to both tourists and locals who run the risk of falling victim to illegal charity collectors taking money from unsuspecting
The RAF has defended its inaugural Spirit of Adventure event following criticism from visitors. The air show - designed to promote the work of the RAF - was held at Abingdon Airfield on Saturday, but Sunday's show was cancelled due to heavy rain.
A builder was hurt after he fell several floors while working in a city centre building today. The 53-year-old man suffered leg injuries after falling through a ceiling and landing in a basement of the building in High Street at about 9.20am. Two
Mick's Café - one of the last bastions of never-say-die smokers in Oxford - is holding a trial no smoking day to prepare customers for the nationwide ban on July 1. The greasy spoon in Cripley Road, off Botley Road, has been serving up cooked breakfasts
Armed police surrounded a gunman seen on security cameras to be threatening passers-by in Oxford city centre - only to discover he was brandishing a plastic toy gun at friends. Steven Dancer, 20, was celebrating a birthday on Friday with friends who
Residents in Bicester are being reassured that the town is not about to be decimated by cholera. An alert about a feared pandemic of the killer disease - which claimed over 14,000 lives in the last major outbreak in Britain 150 years ago - was worringly
Homes in Oxford are the fifth most likely to be burgled in the UK, according to new research. Claims made to insurance company Endsleigh reveal that households in Oxford are more at risk than homeowners in cities such as Bristol, Manchester or Glasgow
A pilot from RAF Benson was killed when his helicopter "fell from the sky" on his first mission in Iraq, an inquest heard yesterday. Flt Lt Kristian Gover, 30, of 33 Squadron, had only been based in Basra for a few days before dying of smoke inhalation
First there was the barometer, then came the swingometer - and now Oxford City Council has brought in the 'opinionmeter'. The automated machine will visit all the council's leisure facilities to find out what the public thinks about the centres. The
Staff at engineering company Wirth Research are celebrating after designing a chassis system used by a team in the US Le Mans motorsport series. The firm, based at Cherwell Innovation Centre, Upper Heyford, said the design helped the Acura Motorsports
Well tonight is the night, our two festival plays are going on stage for the delight of the village audience. Judging by last night’s dress rehearsal it will be an entertaining evening. I know, I know, rehearsing on a bank holiday, such dedication, such
A landlord duped into renting her Oxford house out to cannabis farmers posing as students yesterday warned other homeowners to be on their guard. The 38-year-old mother-of-two went to inspect the house in Harcourt Terrace, Headington, at 8pm last Thursday
Royal Mail delivered good news about its delivery of mail across the country on Tuesday but Oxfordshire customers are facing a delay to find out what local services are like. The company said 94 per cent of first class letters were delivered the next
Oxford city councillors have pledged to clamp down on supermarkets which fail to retrieve shopping trolleys dumped in streets and gardens. New legislation came into effect in April which aims to put pressure on supermarkets to introduce measures to
Concern is increasing over the level of policing that west Oxfordshire will get, with the move to replace dedicated beat constables with a wave of new community support officers. A total of 20 PCSOs will be allocated to the towns and villages by the
Boxes of books are being dumped by Oxfordshire libraries without being offered to charities. Some of the books are ripped or damaged, but many are simply unwanted. Oxfordshire County Council said it tries to sell them, but if the books cannot be sold
A D-Day memorial service is being held to honour the American servicemen based in an Oxfordshire village during the Second World War. Men from the 55th Medical Battalion were temporarily based in the grounds of North Aston Hall before D-Day. A service
OXFORDSHIRE was officially colder than parts of the Arctic during the wash-out bank holiday weekend. Forecasters at the Met Office confirmed that temperatures recorded at Brize Norton, near Carterton, and at RAF Benson, near Wallingford, on Sunday and
Charity racers were given a fanfare as they sped through the streets of an Oxfordshire village for the annual Great Shirt Race. Around 60 people took part in Saturday's rain-hit fundraiser racing prams around Bampton on a mile long circuit from The
Olympic champion Denise Lewis is limbering up for a fresh athletic challenge - but this time she will be teaming up with her mum! The heptathlete, who scooped gold at the Sydney Olympics in 2000, is preparing to pull on her trainers for next month's
Spare no sympathy for Felicity Jane Loude. This despicable woman from Oxford can protest all she likes, but the fact is that she is a convicted criminal. She waged a year-long hate campaign by email against Rachel North, a survivor of the July 7 bombing
The extent to which cycling offences such as jumping traffic lights has been allowed to grow is surprising. In the past, offences such as these would have been restricted by means of warnings and the occasional arrest as a matter of routine duty by
I was dismayed by the one-sided coverage of the misguided operation by police to fine cyclists jumping red lights at the junction of Parks Road and Broad Street. This has obviously been spearheaded to assuage the indignation felt by frustrated motorists
As a cyclist of 30 years' standing as well as a pedestrian and driver, I can assure any reader that provided you are familiar with the timings and make sure there is no other traffic coming, running red lights can be significantly safer than waiting to
The sound of bells and clashing sticks will shatter the calm of an Oxfordshire village this weekend, when it plays host to 20 teams of traditionally-clad morris dancers. Dancers from all over England will descend on Kirtlington, near Bicester, between
Giant insects are set to invade Oxford like a scene from a horror film - but it's all in the name of fun. Organisers of this year's Cowley Road Carnival, to be held on July 1, are creating giant bicycle-powered bugs to add to the festivities, which
Artist Ted Dewan is so determined to offer his head as a museum exhibit when he dies that he has now contacted curators in America. Last week, curators at the Pitt Rivers Museum in Parks Road, Oxford, politely turned down Mr Dewan's offer - to leave
A BUILDER was injured after he fell through several floors while working in a city centre shop this morning. The 53-year-old man, who has not been named, suffered leg injuries after falling through a ceiling and landing in the basement of the building
Age Concern is calling on people across the UK to help their older friends and family make sure they claim all benefits they are entitled to, as this could dramatically improve their quality of life and lift many out of poverty. The call comes as new
Coping with the pressures of every day life can be a challenge for most people, but this is especially the case for the UK s six million carers who have dedicated their lives to caring for a loved one. More than three in every five people in the UK
A builder was injured after he fell through several floors while working in an Oxford city centre building this morning. The 53-year-old man, who has not been named, suffered leg injuries after falling through a ceiling and landing in the basement of
COMMUTERS are confused by a new parking regime at Oxford Railway Station designed to drive out shoppers. Rail passengers can still use the old-fashioned pay-and-display system - but it will cost them £20 if they travel before 10am. Since last week
RESIDENTS in north Oxford are campaigning for a bus route to be extended so they can reduce the stress of getting to hospital appointments. At the moment, the number 14 bus run by Stagecoach goes to the John Radcliffe Hospital via Marston Ferry Road
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The boss of an international publishing company has been left counting the cost after waiting two months for telephones and Internet to be installed at his new offices. Louis Garnade, managing director of Summertown Publishing, asked BT to install the
The hunt for top managers at the new John Lewis store in Oxford has started, despite the branch not opening for another five years. Bosses say they want to start interviewing candidates now for managerial positions to ensure the store, which is set
Bosses at the logistics arm of Unipart have been hit by the termination of a key multi-million pound contract. Alliance Boots, the parent company behind the Boots pharmaceutical chain, has decided to take its warehousing and distribution in-house and
Bosses at the logistics arm of Unipart have been hit by the termination of a key multi-million pound contract. Alliance Boots, the parent company behind the Boots pharmaceutical chain, has decided to take its warehousing and distribution in-house and
AN ICONIC boathouse building on the banks of the Thames has risen from the ashes following a multi-million pound rebuild. The University College Boathouse, on the River Thames in Oxford, was burnt down in a suspected arson attack eight years ago.
WALKERS, cyclists and horse riders objecting to plans to close a bridleway which cuts through the the Cowley BMW plant, have been given a date to make their case in court. Members of Oxfordshire County Council's cabinet agreed to apply to the court
Firefighters helped free a driver from his vehicle after he crashed into a lamp-post during the early hours yesterday. The driver was treated by paramedics but was not seriously hurt in the accident in Hennef Way, Banbury, at 12.35am.
The hunt for top managers at the new John Lewis store in Oxford has started, despite the branch not opening for another five years. Bosses say they want to start interviewing candidates now for managerial positions to ensure the store, which is set
REALITY TV show American Princess will be recorded at Oxford's Sheldonian Theatre on Thursday. Granada USA is looking for a young audience for the show, which takes American girls from all walks of life and gives them the opportunity to compete to be
Hundreds of Scouts from the Oxford Spires district braved the wet Bank Holiday weekend weather to camp for three nights under canvas. Nearly 600 young people aged six to 18 took part in a range of activities at the Horley site, near Banbury. More
GREEN Party members in Oxford have condemned an attack on gay rights campaigner Peter Tatchell in Moscow. Mr Tatchell is standing as the Green Party's parliamentary candidate for Oxford East at the next general election. The human rights activist
Fans of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass are preparing for a special day of events in Oxford. Alice's Day, on Saturday, July 7, organised by The Story Museum, is celebrating the characters created by Lewis Carroll
More than 300 people turned up to watch a performance of the play Lark Rise at Juniper Hill on Saturday. The event was held to mark the 60th anniversary of the death of writer Flora Thompson. The drama was adapted from her book Lark Rise to Candleford
Those on the receiving end of antisocial behaviour in Oxford have been given a new weapon in their fight against thugs and vandals. Oxford City Council has launched Night-time Nuisance Hotline on which the vulnerable can get "professional antisocial
A motorcyclist remains in a serious but stable condition following a crash on Oxford's eastern bypass. The 49-year-old woman was taken to hospital after a collision on the southbound carriageway between the Green Road roundabout and Horspath Driftway
CHILDREN from Helen and Douglas House had a day to remember when the Emperor and Empress of Japan visited yesterday. Their Imperial Majesties visited the East Oxford hospice, which cares for children and young people with life-shortening conditions.
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a woman was held against her will by two men then driven around Oxford. The 22-year-old, who has not been named, was offered a lift in a car with two men outside the Port Mahon pub in St Clement's, Oxford, at
It seems wrong to be penalised for being a cyclist, so cycling in the rain never fails to make me indignant. If I'm prepared, it's fine; cycling in the rain can even be pleasurable - it's when you're not expecting it that it gets me. It pays to make sure
We are constantly being told that our children need more exercise. Health experts warn that obesity in later life is a real threat unless our young people exercise regularly and eat sensibly. Yet Oxford City Council seems hellbent on denying them
Alan Bourne asserts that Unitarians "absolutely deny that God has a Son" (Oxford Mail, May 23). I do not know by what authority Mr Bourne makes assertions of this nature, but as a Unitarian, I can assure him that the Objects of the General Assembly
I missed the letter from John Webb about Radio Oxford, Hands off the ladies (Oxford Mail, May 12), as I was away, but I was given a press cutting on my return by a lady. I love the ladies in my life and get on very well with them. If God created anything
It was with some disappointment that I read Philip Harper's letter about crime statistics and Police Community Support Officers (Oxford Mail, May 23). Not only do my expanding number of quite excellent PCSOs need their voice to be heard, but the communities
Faisal Khalid took 8-29 as Banbury Twenty 2nd just came out on top in their derby clash with Banbury 3rd in Division 5. Twenty appeared to be heading for an embarrassing defeat when they were dismissed for just 88 by Tim Smith (5-26) and Ian Adams (
One of Oxford's most popular - and hard to find - pubs has won a prestigious national award. The Turf Tavern is a favourite for town and gown customers alike. With its cask beer, special events throughout the year and vibrant atmosphere, the Turf
Everything is set fair for Wallingford's first Veterans' Day march through the town. Mayor Betty Atkins and High Steward Sir Colin Imray will take the salute and the Rev David Rice will conduct the short service. Now all that is needed, says Royal
Former Oxfordshire all-rounder Graham Savin took 3-25 and top-scored with 33, but was unable to lead his Bicester & North Oxford 2nd side to victory at home to Buckingham Town 2nd in Division 4. Town chose to bat and reached 169-9, Vish Valambhia hitting
Oxford United have been installed as red-hot favourites to win next season's Blue Square Premier by the sponsors. Jim Smith's side are as short as 4-1 to clinch the crown, and just 9-4 to win promotion. Despite a well-publicised big cut in the playing
Battling Cheetahs took the Bulldogs to a last-heat decider before losing a thrilling derby 48-42 at a rain-sodden Oxford Stadium last night. They were undone by former skipper Greg Hancock who raced to a faultless paid 15 maximum and produced team riding
Former Middlesex bowler Chas Taylor showed he can bat by smashing an unbeaten 133 in Sandford St Martin's ten-wicket win at Kimble. The home side managed a respectable 204-8, with Bob Whitehead hitting 75 and Richard Murrey taking 4-42. Taylor then
Sam Mutha played the mother of all innings for Morris Motors Exiles,smashing 171 in his side's 308-5 dec against Tiddington in Division 2. Mutha hit no fewer than ten sixes as Tiddington paid the price for dropping him before he had got off the mark
Skipper Paul Edwards hit an unbeaten 105 in Abingdon Vale's seven-wicket win over Milton Keynes Park 2nd in Division 6. Park had managed 213-9 against the combined efforts of Guy Lemon (4-65) and Robin Newman (4-80). But this was to prove inadequate
Store manager David Fytche has found an ideal way to cool off after a hard day's work in the lingerie department - swimming the English Channel for charity. Mr Fytche, 29, the deputy store manager at Debenham's in Magdalen Street, Oxford, is one of
A sparkling 120 from James Neilson set Cumnor on their way to a crushing 146-run home Division 1 victory over Shipton-under- Wychwood. Neilson added 187 for the fourth wicket with captain Geoff Walford (79) to set up a declaration after 49 overs with
Women from Bicester ditched their work clothes and decorated their bras to complete a moonlit marathon past some of London's most famous landmarks. A team of competitors from accountancy firm Baxter Payne and Haigh were among those taking part in the
A small dedicated band of volunteers are celebrating an amazing milestone in fundraising. Over the last 30 years, thanks to rattling tins, collecting unusable foreign coins, putting on fetes and pantos - and the generosity of a wealthy anonymous donor
The proportion of eastern European immigrants who intend to settle in Britain forever increases five-fold within months of them coming here, research by Oxford academics showed today. Just six per cent told the Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) they
Police have pledged to increase patrols around a kickabout court where footballers have been causing a headache for neighbours. But Ben Mumby-Croft, who lives next to the pitch in Crescent Road, Temple Cowley, Oxford, believes something needs to be
Boys turned their attention to the football pitch to pay tribute to a friend who died two years ago in a crash on Oxford's Eastern Bypass. A penalty shoot-out was needed to decide the second annual Marshall Haynes memorial football match at Cutteslowe
A father and son have been reunited by chance after almost 50 years. Author Derek Honey, now 69, has been reunited with his son Michael thanks to a nephew, who was looking into family history. Mr Honey, of Queen Emmas Dyke, Witney, last saw his son
Walkers, cyclists and horse riders objecting to plans to close a bridleway which cuts through the the Cowley BMW plant, have been given a date to make their case in court. Members of Oxfordshire County Council's cabinet agreed to apply to the court
Green Party members in Oxford have condemned an attack on gay rights campaigner Peter Tatchell in Moscow. Mr Tatchell is standing as the Green Party's Parliamentary candidate for Oxford East at the next General Election. The human rights activist
Children and young adults from Helen and Douglas House had a day to remember when the Emperor and Empress of Japan called in yesterday. They visited the East Oxford hospice, which cares for patients with life-shortening conditions, during a three-day
Pensioners in North Oxford are campaigning for a bus route to be extended so they can reduce the stress of getting to hospital appointments. At present, the number 14 bus run by Stagecoach goes to the John Radcliffe Hospital in Headington via Marston
Three generations of the same family are pleading with the city council to back down from plans to close a popular play area. Barbara House, 63, spent many hours in the park off Girdlestone Road, Town Purze, Headington, as a teenager. Her daughter
Commuters are confused by a new car parking regime at Oxford railway station designed to drive out shoppers. Rail passengers can still use the pay-and-display system - but it will cost them £20 per day if they are travelling before 10am. They can
