The country may be the other side of the world, but that did not stop youngsters at a Kidlington primary school learning about all things Japanese. Teachers at Edward Feild Primary School organised a cultural week for the school's 250 pupils after classes
MINI-MUSICIANS, dancers, singers and even a hula girl were among the bright sparks showing off their skills at an Oxford primary school. More than 50 children competed in the first New Marston Has Talent contest at New Marston Primary School, in Copse
Mini-musicians, dancers, singers and even a hula girl were among the bright sparks showing off their skills at an Oxford primary school. More than 50 children competed in the first-ever New Marston Has Talent contest at New Marston Primary School, in
Oxford Harlequins played the more exciting rugby, but were well-beaten by new league leaders Bracknell. Here is the numbers' game. See Tuesday's paper for full report. Competition: South West 1 Score: Oxford Harlequins 19, Bracknell 35 Oxford
Barry Quinn popped up with his first goal of the season to earn Oxford United a 1-0 win over Droylsden at the Kassam Stadium on Saturday. United's skipper volleyed home Adam Murray's free-klck from beyond the far post in the 31st minute. It was the
Barry Quinn's first goal of the season brought Oxford United their second straight win, although they made hard work of it against bottom club Droylsden. The U's skipper volleyed home from seven yards at the far post after Adam Murray's free-kick from
A 14-year-old boy appeared in court today to face charges of rape and robbery following an attack on a woman in Cowley. The teenager, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was last night charged with two counts of rape and one of robbery. It follows
A 14-year-old boy appeared in court today to face charges of rape and robbery following an attack on a woman in Cowley. The teenager, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was last night charged with two counts of rape and one of robbery. It follows
CHANCELLOR Alastair Darling has told rail operator First Great Western to "get a grip" or risk putting its franchise in danger. Mr Darling criticised the company while on a ministerial visit to Bristol yesterday. The Chancellor said: "I know there
Chancellor Alastair Darling has told rail operator First Great Western to "get a grip" or risk putting its franchise in danger. Mr Darling criticised the company while on a ministerial visit to Bristol yesterday. The Chancellor said: "I know there have
ONE in six pupils in Oxfordshire is classed as gifted or talented, new figures have shown. A total of 6,399 pupils in the county's secondary schools are judged to have abilities developed to a "level significantly ahead of their year group" or the
One in six pupils in Oxfordshire is classed as gifted or talented, new figures have revealed. A total of 6,399 pupils in the county's secondary schools are judged to have abilities developed to a "level significantly ahead of their year group" or the
A coroner is trying to trace the relatives of a man called Richard McCronin. Mr McCronin, 51, died at his home in Southcote Road, Bournemouth, on Tuesday morning. His two brothers Gary and Robert were last known to be living in Oxford. Anyone with
HUNDREDS of "silent victims" of domestic, racial and homophobic abuse are going unreported. Police are trying to encourage more victims of hate crime and domestic violence to come forward. Officers estimate up to 40 per cent of hate crimes - racist
FAMILIES of Oxfordshire's servicemen have urged the public to get behind our troops in Afghanistan. Soldiers in Oxfordshire's territorial infantry battalion, 7 Rifles, are at the forefront of the battle to bring peace and stability to the country's
Fewer people used the the Oxford Bus Company in Oxford in December, bosses have admitted. They blame a drop in the number of Christmas shoppers in the city centre. Director and general manager Louisa Weeks said: "The five months leading up to December
FORTY-FIVE years ago tonight, the Beatles gave their only concert in Oxford, playing for just 300 music fans at a sell-out show in the Carfax Assembly Rooms. Sharing the stage as the support act were Oxford group the Madisons, who enjoyed a close-up
Dancin' Oxford 2008 launched on Saturday 9th February and already we are into the full swing of the festival. During the first week a special series of performances took place at the Museum of Modern Art. MeterMetre features local professional dance
Oxford United are out for revenge when they go after The Bloods this afternoon. The memory of their shocking 3-1 defeat by Droylsden at the Butcher's Arms in October is still fresh in the minds of many fans, and Darren Patterson. But United's manager
All this week, we have been reporting on the role being played by Oxfordshire's servicemen and women in Afghanistan. All are carrying out tough jobs in extremely difficult conditions. Few people, even family and friends, fully appreciate the sacrifice
TWO Police Community Support Officers who are becoming full police constables have been rewarded for spotting a burglar fleeing the scene of a crime - who later admitted he carried out a further 35 break-ins. Ben Hughes-Martin and Alex Locke received
CHILDREN can be a television presenter for a day when ITV's Junior Newsreader Challenge comes to Castle Quay shopping centre, Banbury, on Tuesday, February 19. The challenge, run by a team from ITV's Thames Valley News, invites youngsters to have a
POLICE stormed two houses in two Oxfordshire villages and seized what is believed to be thousands of pounds worth of cocaine. It was the second time in ten days police had carried out raids in south Oxfordshire and officers have warned anyone involved
RUNNERS in the Bicester area have been encouraged to join this year's BBC Sports Relief Mile event. People can chose to run, or walk, a one-, three- or six-mile route - but places are limited so it is important to sign up early. The Bicester event
VOLUNTEERS with the Wychwood Project are keeping up the old rural tradition of hedgelaying. They have trimmed back 200m of hedges at Finstock and Hailey to create vital habitats for wildlife. The project includes training and taster days. For details
CHERWELL District Council is looking at proposals to demolish Honor House, in Honor Close, Kidlington, and build seven one-bedroom flats with parking.
INSPECTOR Morse author Colin Dexter will be the guest of honour at an Oxfordshire charity's first fundraising ball. The Child Brain Injury Trust will host the event at the Randolph Hotel, in Beaumont Street, in an attempt to raise £20,000 for a project
RESIDENTS and councillors have joined forces to fight plans for a gravel extraction company to continue digging after nearly 30 years of excavation. Those living close to the pit at Thrupp Lake are concerned that extraction company H Tuckwell and Sons
A GROUP of enterprising teenagers have set up their own business, giving students the inside track on what to visit in Oxford. A Student's Guide to Oxford is the brainchild of the Nouveau Company, which has been set up by 16- and 17-year-olds
A SOCCER school in Oxford has already created a number of stars of the future - and it is looking to produce some more. The football development centre at Oxford and Cherwell Valley College is starting to recruit for its 2008-09 season. Demand for
EXETER Hall, Kidlington, is hosting a lecture on plants and gardens today from 2.30pm to 4pm, organised by the National Council for the Conservation of Plants and Gardens. Plant expert Christopher Bricknell, an authority on the Galanthus genus, will
THIS weekend is the last opportunity to see the innovative Oxford Open exhibition at Modern Art Oxford, Pembroke Street. The exhibition features artwork submitted by more than 500 different artists from the country and about 10,000 people have visited
A MOTHER-OF-TWO from Kingston Lisle, near Wantage, has been shortlisted for a national award for her debut novel. Readers voted to put Eliza Graham's Playing with the Moon in the top ten of the World Book Day's Top Ten Books to Talk About. The
A SCIENCE lesson reached boiling point in South Moreton as schoolchildren journeyed to the sun in an inflatable dome to learn about the star at the heart of our solar system. The Sun Dome, from the UK Atomic Energy Authority's Culham Science Centre,
Families of Oxfordshire's servicemen have urged the public to get behind our lads in Afghanistan. Soldiers in Oxfordshire's territorial infantry battalion, 7 Rifles, are at the forefront of the battle to bring peace and stability to the country's volatile
Forty-five years ago tonight, the Beatles gave their only concert in Oxford, playing for just 300 lucky music fans at a sell-out show in the Carfax Assembly Rooms. Sharing the stage as the support act were Oxford group the Madisons, who enjoyed a close-up
RESIDENTS living in the Thame area can meet their local officers to raise issues and concerns. People can speak in confidence with local officers about any issues, from neighbourhood disputes to problems with litter and speeding or anything that affects
