ED Vaizey had to cut a television slot short today after his dog took over the interview. The Wantage MP was being interviewed about serious matters of politics live on BBC news this morning, via a video link, after he had the Conservative whip
KARL Robinson was thrilled with the way Oxford United delivered a timely response to comfortably beat Tranmere Rovers. The U's head coach had felt his side had come in for some unwarranted criticism in the wake of last weekend's defeat at Fleetwood
POLICE have found a man who went missing from Oxford city centre this morning. Aaron Tomkins, 31, has been found safe and well. Thames Valley Police launched an appeal to trace him earlier today, and have since thanked the public for their
THE reliable pairing of James Henry and Cameron Brannagan were both on target to give Oxford United a straightforward victory over Tranmere Rovers. A second three-point haul of the season was much-needed – and thoroughly deserved. Tariqe Fosu
BLENHEIM Palace have now released an official statement about the 'extraordinary' burglary that happened this morning. Palace officials say they were 'relieved' no-one was hurt, but 'saddened' the 'precious' loo has been stolen. Pleading with
THIEVES broke into Blenheim Palace this morning and stole a £1m gold toilet. Read the latest on the break-in here The group broke into the palace and ripped out the toilet, leaving behind 'significant damage and flooding'. The palace has
POLICE are hunting for three robbers who stole a man's watch in a 'frightening' attack. At around 6.50pm on Monday September 9, a 22-year-old man was walking along George Street as part of a group when he was approached and grabbed by three men
A FORMER Oxford football player will join a 270-mile bike ride from London to Cologne starting on Monday. Josias Carbon, who came through the youth system at Oxford United before going on to play for Oxford City and a host of other clubs in the
BLENHEIM Palace has closed its doors after being burgled this morning. Thames Valley Police have confirmed that they are investigating a burglary at Oxfordshire's poshest palace after getting reports at 4.57am this morning. A spokesperson
BEING from LIverpool, I grew up watching what was probably our opponents today Tranmere’s greatest period. The team that John King and then John Aldridge built was a brilliant side. People forget that they only missed out on being in the first-ever
Oxford City Stars are raring to go for their new season after a summer of change. A home match against Bracknell Hornets at Oxpens tomorrow night (6.15) will be their first of the English National League South Division 1 campaign. At the end
BEN Goodall won gold at the English Tumbling Championships in Sheffield. The Harwell gymnast produced a superb display to beat several more experience rivals. Competing in the 17-21 age group, Goodall landed an impressive twisting transition
BRADLEY Smith is hoping to maintain his push for glory in the MotoE World Cup this weekend. The Oxfordshire rider lies second in the standings after two podium finishes. Smith is on a mission to reduce the five-point deficit on championship
ANDY Benwell secured the Oxford Carp League championship after the final round on Top Pool, Tunnel Barn Farm. The Kidlington angler finished third on the day, but did enough to see off Steve Cantwell by three points. Craig Partridge, also from
OXFORD United boss Karl Robinson should have a far stronger squad at his disposal this afternoon against Tranmere Rovers compared to last weekend. Ben Woodburn and Mark Sykes missed the defeat at Fleetwood Town on international duty but are now
THE first person from the Vale of White Horse to have been prosecuted for fraudulently claiming single person discount on their council tax has been named. Colleen Ludlam, 37, of Springfield Road in Wantage, must carry out 40 hours of unpaid work
THE county council has backed a plan for a car free day in Oxford, which will take place next Sunday, September 22. Many cities around the world will mark World Car Free Day. As part of Oxford's effort, Broad Street will be closed off to cars
HENLEY MP John Howell has joined the MPs for a Deal group, after claiming the political unrest of late has 'paralysed' Parliament. The cross-party group has been launched for members who say they think the Brexit referendum should be respected
HUNDREDS of lorry drivers are still flouting weight restriction rules on a 13th century bridge every year – despite the county council's efforts. The authority has an 18-tonne vehicle weight restriction on Newbridge's Thames crossing. It installed
WORK to improve A34 junctions will shut parts of the road next week. Road markings will be repainted and LED road studs will be installed at the Chilton Interchange, Milton Interchange, Hinksey Hill junction and the Botley Interchange over the next
JOSH Ruffels is happy to put substance before style today if that is what it takes for Oxford United to claim a much-needed victory against Tranmere Rovers. A run of one point from the last five Sky Bet League One games has seen Karl Robinson’s
A PLAN to remove an age restriction on flats in Botley was approved by councillors. The owners of 4 Green Lane in Botley wanted to ensure that six two-bedroom flats could be lived in by people of all ages. But a restriction applied when planning
MORE than 1,000 people are set to descend on South Park today for the second annual Oxford Pretty Muddy fun run. Challengers of all ages will take on the 5km or 10km obstacle course which involves being spattered with mud and crawling through dirty
A LITTLE girl who became a proud big sister to twin babies just weeks ago has died in a 'tragic accident.' The 'heartbreaking' death of Freya Thorpe has prompted a huge community response to support her family, with friends and strangers alike donating
OXFORDSHIRE’S smallest primary school has unofficially shut its doors, and it looks likely that it will not reopen. Plans were revealed in June to close 37-pupil Culham Parochial CE Primary School near Abingdon, and merge it with Clifton Hampden
A SOCIAL media post about young schoolboys 'deliberately harassing' an elderly woman in Abingdon has sparked a call to tackle anti-social behaviour in the town. Donna Dixey writing on Facebook group Abingdon on Thursday said: "I witnessed something
AN UNDER-FIRE Oxford pub labelled a ‘danger to public health’ looks set to have an application to change its licence rejected. The owners of the Isis Farmhouse, Iffley, have been slammed as having ‘little regard for neighbours, licensing law or
VETERANS and relatives will honour fallen soldiers in Oxford today. The Turning the Pages ceremony will take place at Christ Church Cathedral at 11am. ALSO READ: First Oxford Turning the Pages ceremony of 2019 Anyone is welcome, and should
THE county council was to blame after a care home’s lift was left broken for just over four weeks, leaving residents ‘stranded’, a report has found. A broken lift at Headington Care Home was left unrepaired in summer 2018, leaving some people living
