DRIVERS heading home from work this evening faced a four-mile queue on the A34 after a crash at Kidlington. The collision affected northbound traffic and congestion was stretching back to the Botley Interchange, but all delays have since cleared
A TEENAGER dragged a younger boy from his chair in Subway and 'threw him to the floor.' The victim, aged 14, was sat in the Bicester town centre branch of the sandwich shop when he was assaulted by another boy. Thames Valley Police said the
THE number of victims of doorstep crime or rogue traders in Oxfordshire has fallen for the third year in a row, according to new figures. In 2017-18 there were 284 victims of doorstep crime or rogue traders in Oxfordshire, down from 377 the previous
CHILDREN and parents from four Oxford choirs will join forces to give a major charity concert this weekend. The Raise Your Voice family choirs will perform at West Oxford Community Centre on Saturday from 1.45pm to 3.30pm to raise money for Oxfordshire
A bird killer is believed to be targeting geese in Port Meadow. A sign has been put up in the park to warn walkers after the killer struck multiple geese, one of which was said to have been 'mutilated.' It is thought that the 'puncture' wounds
A PILOT was 'fortunate' to escape unscathed after crashing a glider into trees behind a row of houses. Police, firefighters and ambulance crews scrambled to Caversfield Park near Bicester this afternoon, after the light aircraft veered into trees
PEOPLE who are reliant on assistance dogs are increasingly being let down by taxi drivers who are refusing to take them in their cabs, according to a charity. Peter Gorbing, chief executive of Banbury-based Dogs for Good, has said he has heard
LAST weekend Simon Eastwood reached 150 starts for Oxford United. He was only the seventh goalkeeper to reach that landmark in the club's history: Roy Burton 449 appearances (1971-83), 132 clean sheets (29.4%) Ryan
AN ABINGDON couple who met on the dance floor have celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary. Ron and Gill Millward first met at the Dujon dance hall in Bedford, marrying after three proposals at the St Peter De Merton Church, Bedford, on March
A TRIAL into an alleged stabbing near an Oxford kebab van has been stopped. Anton Mullings, of Bluebell Court, Oxford, denies wounding with intent and having an offensive weapon. Prosecutors at his trial at Oxford Crown Court had claimed that
AN ART display depicting Oxfordshire scenery raised hundreds of pounds for the homeless community. Oxford Bury Knowle Art Group challenged its members to paint Oxford city and the wider county for a charity exhibition. They showed their work
A MAN 'grabbed' a woman and hurled her phone across Port Meadow after his golden retrievers attacked her dog. Thames Valley Police said the dog attack happened at about 8am on Saturday at the Oxford meadow, after which the woman was assaulted after
AN Oxford childhood cancer specialist has welcomed news that scientists have successfully used frozen testicular tissue to produce a live baby monkey called Grady. Paediatric Oncology Consultant Dr Sheila Lane, at the Oxford Children’s Hospital
FOUR more people have been charged with fraud offences following an 'extensive' murder investigation spanning five years. Thames Valley Police has been investigating the death of James Sootheran, 59, who was known by his middle name Anthony.
PUPILS petitioning for compulsory climate change lessons in schools have amassed almost 60,000 signatures. Four girls from Cheney School in Headington set up the campaign last month, after becoming concerned that they have 'barely learned about
By Ben Blackledge SPIRALLING rents and the struggling retail sector has left a prime Abingdon shopping street littered with derelict units and worried businesses. Bury Street in the centre of Abingdon has seen several businesses leave in recent
A FORMER town council leader has been criticised for sending 'misogynistic, derogatory and sexist' tweets. Didcot town councillor Charlie Robertson, who represents the Ladygrove ward, said martial arts star Maycee Barber was a 'big bad booty babe
NINE months after an Oxford hotel was slammed by inspectors over its 'greasy' kitchen equipment and poor staff training the business has failed to improve on its low food hygiene rating. The Victoria Hotel in Abingdon Road, which has also been
A FIFTH-GENERATION flour miller has achieved the highest score in the country at her flour milling exams. Emily Munsey from Wessex Mill in Wantage has been awarded a prize for achieving the top grade this year from the National Association of British
PLANS to build a £150m motoring museum in West Oxfordshire have been deferred. The Driving Centre, which would be based at Enstone Airfield, was discussed at a meeting of West Oxfordshire District Council's Development Control Committee yesterday
A ST CLEMENT'S cocktail bar has the best drinks in town, according to the judges of the Publican Awards. Chain Be At One, which has a branch on the street, won the 'best drinks offer' accolade at a ceremony last week. READ ALSO: 5 of the best
CHILDREN should be weighed annually from the age of two to help prevent obesity, Oxford researchers have said. A new study from Oxford University and the University of Manchester suggest adult BMI can start to be predicted in some children when
PLASTIC pollution spewing from an Oxford shop's back yard has left one neighbour worried about the effects it may have on the environment. Rob McNeil, an employee at Oxford University, first noticed rubbish gathering behind home and décor store
SOCIAL problems will be top of the agenda at the annual meeting of Witney's largest GP surgery on Saturday. All 17,800 patients at the Windrush Medical Practice, on Welch Way, are invited to the yearly Patient Participation Group (PPG) meeting at
A COUPLE who bonded over boats 60 years ago have celebrated their diamond anniversary. Pat and John Blackford, aged 79 and 82, from Hardwick near Eynsham, were married at St James’ Church in Cowley. They met when Mrs Blackford followed her
A NATURE reserve was taped off by police after a body was found early this morning. Bure Park Nature Reserve in Bicester was cordoned off and Thames Valley Police confirmed the discovery of a body of a man in his 60s. His body was discovered
SOUTHEND United have become the second side in Sky Bet League One's relegation battle to sack their manager in the space of three days. Chris Powell's contract has been terminated this morning, following an 11-game winless run. The Shrimpers
THE second phase of a new £8.3m leisure centre in Carterton is underway. Most of the flooring and the building's frame are now in place, with drainage set to be installed shortly. Developers at Buckingham Group Contracting are confident work
More than 200 members of the Kurdish community in Oxford celebrated the Kurdish New Year on Sunday night at a festival held at Cheney School. The festival, called Newroz, coincides with the Spring Equinox and symbolises freedom, revival and victory
A BUS service that was set to be cancelled in April will run for an extra four weeks. Stagecoach announced last month that it would withdraw the number 11 service between Witney and Oxford from April 29, but it has now been pushed back to May 27
PLANS to pump tens of millions of pounds into upgrading the A40 could be boosted if a new bid is approved. Oxfordshire County Council has submitted an application for £102m from the Housing Infrastructure Fund (HIF), which would help extend the
AN ELDERLY woman was run over as she crossed the road to get to a bus stop. The elderly lady was crossing over at the Foresters Tower stop on Wood Farm Road in Headington last wednesday when she was knocked to the floor by a car reversing.
TRAFFIC has now returned to normal on the A34 after a two-car crash northbound near Hinksey Hill Interchange this morning. Paramedics and the firefighters attended the incident at around 8.30am, freeing a woman trapped in her car after it went
STRUGGLING retailer Debenhams has said it will give any firm takeover offer from Sports Direct 'due consideration' but would continue with emergency funding plans. Earlier this year it was revealed the company could close 20 of its 166 stores across
THOUSANDS of Oxford residents are expected to benefit this summer when new government rules are introduced to ban letting agents charging tenants unnecessary and unfair fees. The Tenant Fees Act is a new piece of legislation that will stop landlords
HENLEY Hawks conceded a late try as their promotion hopes were dealt a major blow in a 33-26 defeat at second-placed Canterbury. The Oxfordshire side had led by 14 points at half-time, but their rivals, who sit in National League 2 South’s only
MPs voted for an amendment last night enabling them to take control of Commons business and stage a series of 'indicative' votes on the way forward for Brexit. The government defeat saw 30 Conservative MPs defying the party whip to vote for Sir
A STUNNING second-half blitz saw Oxford Hawks sign off their campaign at home in style with an 8-4 win over University of Birmingham. The hosts had trailed 3-2 at the break, but roared back to claim a thumping victory to move second in the Men’s
ED Berridge scored a hat-trick of tries as Banbury recorded their biggest win of the season when beating Swindon 89-0 away from home. The win keeps Bulls’ faint promotion hopes alive as they still trail Old Centralians, who occupy South West 1
A PAIR of big wins got Kirtlington’s Core Golf UK Oxfordshire Foursomes League campaign off to a flying start. A 2½-½ victory at home to Witney Lakes sent them top of the fledgling Section 2 table. Gary Quainton and Joel Thonett laid down a marker
GROVE slipped to fifth in Southern Counties South after a 37-10 defeat at Frome. The hosts headed into the break with a 10-0 lead and struck with two converted tries ten minutes after half-time as the visitors were always playing catch-up.
A ROCK band fear Brexit is putting their future in jeopardy after a chance to tour Germany this summer was thrown into doubt. Twisted State of Mind were due to play 11 venues in cities including Berlin, Munich and Hamburg in June. But the Witney-based
A MAN has been left permanently scarred after he was attacked with a glass in a town centre bar. A 29-year-old woman from Coventry was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and has been released under investigation. The 30-year-old
A TALK on what it is like to live with epilepsy will be given today at the John Radcliffe Hospital. Abigail Pine, who lives with the condition, will speak at the George Pickering Education Center from 5pm to 7pm. She will chat about living with
THE son of a woman knifed to death by her schizophrenic daughter says he feels ‘let down’ by authorities. Vittoria Baker, 52, was killed by Kauthar Silvera, then 29, at her flat in Friars Wharf, Oxford, in August 2012. An inquest opened yesterday
BUS passengers arriving in Oxford in November 1985 had 'no idea' where they were. A temporary bus station had been set up in Oxpens due to work at Gloucester Green, causing confusion. Farmer's wife Noreen Reynolds had arranged to meet her cousin
A MAN snatched a kitchen knife from a kebab van before chasing his victim and stabbing him during an early hours bust up, a court heard. Anton Mullings, of Bluebell Court, Oxford, denies one count of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily
THE arrival of spring was seen in with vibrant celebrations at an Oxford venue. Oxford Hindu Temple and Community Centre Project marked the ancient Hindu festival of Holi, which signifies the start of the spring season. Members of the community
THERE is 'no excuse' for an Oxford MP who admitted hitting an ex-boyfriend during a row, according to a political rival. James Fredrickson waded in following a confession by Layla Moran, Oxford West and Abingdon's MP. She said had hit the man during
AN OXFORD city and county councillor is in the running to take the Labour Party's nomination for the Banbury constituency whenever the general election takes place. Jamila Azad is joined by the leader of Cherwell District Council's Labour group,
A VILLAGE is fighting plans to remove it from the Green Belt as part of a document that will guide house building in south Oxfordshire for the next decade. Residents in Shippon have urged Vale of White Horse District Council to reconsider plans
THE art of darts as a popular past-time dates back to the 1800s and has been enjoyed in pubs across Oxfordshire for decades. We took a dive through the archives to look over the county's darts action at some well-known arenas. Are you or your
OUR round up of the latest planning applications submitted to Oxford City Council this week includes plans for a flying trapeze school in an Oxford park, a new artisan ice cream shop and a religious community looking to upgrade their monastery.
SIMON Eastwood reached a milestone for Oxford United at the weekend – but his focus is on another figure. The victory at Coventry City was his 150th start for the U’s, making him only the seventh goalkeeper to reach the landmark in the club’s history
A CANNABIS dealer who helped run a ‘franchise’ across West Oxfordshire has admitted his part. Aaron Brown, of Marlborough Close, Eynsham, was set to stand trial at Oxford Crown Court for being concerned in the supply of Class B drugs . However
THE owner of the old Jack Russell pub plot has said work will continue on the building site. The news comes after fears were raised by residents and councillor Mick Haines that the Marston site was left abandoned. The Jack Russell pub on Salford
A PENSIONER has thanked passers-by who rushed to his aid after he fell over outside a shop when his heart stopped. At the time, passers-by and staff at Oxford Vapours in Headington just assumed the 80-year-old man had tripped over the pavement.
