FORMER Oxford United manager Ron Saunders has died at the age of 87. The news was announced by Aston Villa, who he led into the First Division and went on to win the top flight title in 1980/81. United gave the then-37-year-old his first taste
ANTHONY Forde has been rushed to hospital with breathing difficulties following suspected broken ribs on a damaging afternoon for Oxford United. James Henry also came off with a thigh problem in the goalless draw with Shrewsbury Town, adding to
OXFORD United’s injury list grew on a frustrating afternoon where they were unable to find a way past stubborn Shrewsbury Town. Karl Robinson’s side were already depleted, but lost key men Anthony Forde and James Henry to knocks. The Shrews
IT was two insured drivers for the price of one for Thames Valley Police today. Officers tweeting on the TVP Roads Policing account said they had stopped a car on the A40 in Oxfordshire for not having insurance, with the policy having been cancelled
JAMIE Hanson has been ruled out for at least four weeks after suffering another hamstring injury. The midfielder returned from three months out on Wednesday night as a second-half substitute against Exeter City. But during Hanson’s 22-minute
Oxford is one of the most expensive rail commutes with many commuters paying over £500 a month for their travel costs. According to research from Veygo by Admiral insurance Oxford is in the list of the top ten most expensive rail commutes in the
Hot spice experts from around the world will be gathering in Oxford for the first-ever conference about the ancient history of hot spice. This hot and spicy conference will be held from December 8-10 at the University of Oxford and Yarnton Manor
The Matrix Arts Centre celebrated its 30th anniversary with a concert at Oxford Town hall. The students and teachers of the arts education charity based in Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire, held a concert with over 100 performers to celebrate their
A SCHOOL has been attacked for replacing its windows without proper permission – with planners insisting they spoil the view of neighbouring houses. New PVC windows have replaced aluminium frames at the Oxford International College, at London Place
This stunning picture of the sun rising against the silhouette of a horse sculpture is our Oxford Mail Camera Club picture of the week. Jamie Smith's picture was taken at Kilkenny Country Park in Carterton and perfectly captures the feel of a bright
A THREE -storey block of flats will be built in a yard behind shops, despite fears over a narrow access lane. The six two-bedroom flats will be built at 17 Between Towns Road, Cowley – behind a branch of Betfred and the Oxford Gentlemen's Barbers
A JUDGE has said she was would be ‘doing a disservice to the public’ if she did not jail an Oxford man who 'persistently' downloaded indecent images of children. Andrew Taylor appeared before Oxford Crown Court yesterday after pleading guilty to
A ROW over new windows at an international school on a busy Oxford road will go to an appeal involving government inspectors. New PVC windows have replaced aluminium ones at Oxford International College, at London Place just off St Clements.
NEW rules being introduced to crack down on fraud could lead to your card being declined more frequently - even if there are funds in your account. Contactless technology has changed the way we pay, with many transactions not requiring you to enter
In the run-up to the General Election on December 12, we are giving all the candidates in the two Oxford constituencies the opportunity to tell you, the electorate, why you should vote for them. Allison Wild, Brexit Party candidate for Oxford West
A ROAD through a West Oxfordshire village has been closed due to a collapsed wall. Oxfordshire County Council has tweeted this morning that the A361 in Shipton-under-Wychwood, near Burford, is set to stay shut throughout the weekend because of
A 22-YEAR-OLD was hit with a screwdriver during a 'terrifying' burglary which saw five intruders smash their way into his Abingdon home. At around 8.45pm on Thursday, the thieves broke a glass patio door at the back of the property in Metcalfe
Some fraudsters will use the festive season to trick victims - here's how to keep on your guard. As people rush around in the run-up to Christmas sorting out their to-do lists, now is a prime time for scammers to strike. Many of us can feel distracted
JORDAN Flynn is aiming to announce himself to the boxing world in the biggest fight of his career. The 23-year-old takes to the ring for his first professional bout on Saturday, December 14 at the Brentwood Centre, Essex. It represents a major
IT proved a great day for the Rhodes family at the 2019 Spanish Taekwondo Open in Reus. Charlie led the way with two golds in sparring and pattern, while his sister, Gabriella, also triumph in the sparring category. Both are members of the Didcot
RUTHERFORD storm on relentlessly at the top of Division 1 of the Oxford & District League, beating Forum D 6-4. Lewis Waddup was again the star performer to make it seven victories out of seven for RAL and 21 wins out of 21 for himself this campaign
BICESTER Blue Fins 50-strong squad impressed in the pool to become the top visiting club at the Winter Meet in Aylesbury. It was the final chance for most swimmers to book their places at the Oxfordshire and North Buckinghamshire County finals in
I’M looking forward to today’s game more than usual because it has been a very long time since we played at home. Amazingly, you have to go back to October 26th for our last game at the Kassam Stadium in the league – a victory over Rochdale that
COMEDIAN Jack Whitehall enjoyed a joke and a laugh when he visited young fans at an Oxford hospice. The star spent an hour and half at Helen & Douglas House in Magdalen Road, and donated 20 tickets for his New Theatre show the same day. The Fresh
JORDAN Archer is banking on experience getting him up to speed quickly today as the goalkeeper comes in for an Oxford United debut. The 26-year-old finalised a four-week deal yesterday in time to face Shrewsbury Town at the Kassam Stadium this
THE raised hand of thanks, getting in the correct lane and forming orderly queues at rush hour are among Britain’s most common unofficial traffic regulations. Motoring experts from LeaseCar.uk have revealed 13 of the UK’s unwritten road rules that
A WRITER has described the ‘surreal’ moment he found out that his debut novel would be published. Steve Sheppard, 66, moved to Bampton in west Oxfordshire from Surrey 20 years ago and lives in the village with his wife, son and pet cats. Mr Sheppard
OXFORD'S world-famous Randolph Hotel has been bought by an American chain which could ditch its historic name. Graduate Hotels, owned by Adventurous Journeys (AJ) Capital Partners, has announced that it has acquired the Macdonald Randolph Hotel
THE new managers of a city centre pub will hold a pop-up event there today ahead of the main opening next year. Staff from Tap Social Movement brewery in Botley are putting on a Christmas Market at the White House pub on Abingdon Road from midday
A HOUSING developer has escaped from having to pay a contribution towards cheap homes. Developer Cantay Estates has been given permission to build a block of six flats and three terraced houses on a former builders yard called Ashlar House on Glanville
DOZENS of Santas in full costume are set to run through University Parks today. The Father Christmas fitness fans are taking part in this year's Frosty 5K, raising money for Helen and Douglas House children's hospice in East Oxford. This year's
SHOPPERS have rallied to support Boswells department store following the shock announcement that it is almost certain to close in 2020. Residents and retailers were stunned last week when directors revealed that the store on the corner of Broad
In the run-up to the General Election on December 12, we are giving all the candidates in the two Oxford constituencies the opportunity to tell you, the electorate, why you should vote for them Rosie Sourbut, Labour candidate for Oxford West and
PARKINSON'S is associated as an old man’s disease. Tremor, shuffling, slow movement. So imagine my horror at 47 when I was diagnosed with Parkinson's. I was working as a doctors' receptionist and I handed in my notice as I was unsure what the
