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Pub closed by police as patrol cars swarm watering hole
An Oxfordshire pub was closed for a day as police cars swarmed the watering hole. The Maybush on Abingdon Road in Newbridge near Witney was closed on Friday, September 27 as police cars flocked to the scene. One eyewitness said: “I went past
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Oxford professor shortlisted for prestigious history writing prize
A University of Oxford professor is one of six authors shortlisted for a prestigious award recognising history writing for a general audience. Professor Nandini Das, a professor of early modern literature and culture in the English faculty at Oxford
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Brass bands entertained crowds across the county
Memory Lane readers are clearly music fans - let’s see more pictures of our local bands. That was the cry after we featured some of the hundreds of pictures that Oxford Mail photographers have taken of musicians of all ages over the years.
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Inside look around 'the best hotel in Oxford’ with personalised robes
I have been lucky enough to travel around the country and the globe throughout my 25 years so far on the planet. In that time I have visited places such as Rome, Havana and New York City but few hotels have compared to the one I stayed in this
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Everything to know on Industry series 3 with Kit Harington among new cast
Industry will be back on the BBC very soon for its third series, with a few new actors being added to the cast including Kit Harington. Harington will join as Sir Henry Muck, a green tech company mogul who has been described as "the embodiment
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Weather warning issued for Oxfordshire with heavy rain incoming
Flooding could be possible in Oxfordshire after an amber weather warning for heavy rain was issued. The Met Office have warned that between 4pm on Sunday and 9am on Monday, the south of England will experience huge downpours once again. Last
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FA Cup exit for Ross Jenkins on Hoops return
ROSS Jenkins began his second stint as the permanent Oxford City boss with an end-to-end defeat in the Emirates FA Cup. Jenkins was reappointed manager on Friday, replacing the sacked Sam Cox, just 135 days after leaving the club. The Hoops
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Woman killed in six-vehicle M40 crash as police launch manhunt
Police have launched a manhunt after a woman was killed on the M40 near the Oxfordshire border. Officers and emergency services were called to the northbound carriageway between junction 11 (Banbury) and junction 12 (Gaydon) at around 7.15pm on
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Phillip Schofield slams 'three s**ts' over This Morning 'betrayal'
Phillip Schofield has hit out at "three s**ts" who he blames for his TV downfall in a brand new Channel 5 documentary. The presenter, who shared his "mad rant" on Cast Away, appeared to take aim at his former This Morning co-star Holly Willoughby
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Will this be a winter of discontent?
This is an editorial opinion piece which was recently published in The Oxford Times, sister paper of the Oxford Mail. A landmark moment for the new government was reached last week. A backbench rebellion was seen off as the decision to cut
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Oasis tease 'be careful what you wish for' ahead of new announcement next week
Oasis has excited fans by teasing an upcoming announcement ahead of their tour in 2025. The rock band posted photos of billboards on social media in various cities showing brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher together with the headline “Be careful
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Paul Sinha from The Chase reveals when he'll quit the popular ITV show
Paul Sinha from The Chase has revealed when he will quit the popular ITV show after being diagnosed with Parkinson's at the age of 49. The beloved quizzer, who is also known as The Sinnerman, has starred in The Chase since 2011. Recently, he
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Bicester businesses to benefit from national sustainability programme
Bicester is set to benefit from a national programme aimed at boosting business and making enterprise more sustainable. 'Impact October' aims to provide support and advice to help businesses improve their social and environmental impact. The
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'Warm and compassionate' children's community nursing team win award
Oxfordshire’s Children’s Community Nursing Team has been described as "reliable, professional, warm, and compassionate" by a woman whose daughter was in their care for more than two years. The team has won Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust's Exceptional
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Workshops to help children of military personnel based in Oxfordshire
Children of armed forces personnel based in Oxfordshire are set to attend learning and development workshops next month. The interactive sessions, organised by Oxfordshire County Council and charity partners, will aim to help children share their
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Jockeys on the rails is winning camera club photo
Oxford Mail Camera Club members have been taking photos of local sport. That was our latest weekly theme and it prompted striking images of team sports, and of sailing and athletics, at various sporting venues around the county. It was difficult
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Fire destroys hut at Army camp in Headington
Many families enjoyed life when they set up home in former Army huts at Headington, Oxford, after the Second World War. But there was one incident which caused great alarm with one of the wooden structures on the Slade Camp going up in flames.
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School to host event to raise money for new classroom aimed at SEN pupils
A school in Bicester is hosting a festival themed event this weekend to raise money for a new classroom to allow enhanced outdoor learning for SEN pupils. Gagle Brook Primary School will be hosting the event on Sunday, September 29 from noon until
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Key talking points as steely U’s earn point against Burnley
DISCIPLINED. Drilled. Gritty. Organised. Steely. Use any or all the above words to describe Oxford United’s goalless draw at home to Burnley. There was a noticeable shift in style from United compared to their previous three home games so far
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Thatched roof country pub handed shocking food hygiene rating
A thatched-roof pub in an Oxfordshire town centre has received a damning food hygiene rating. The Six Bells in Thame's High Street is a picturesque watering hole with an eye-catching thatched roof. It is described by the pub team as “the quintessential
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More weekend delays as A34 road closure continues to frustrate drivers
7:00pm We will now bring this blog to a close ahead of the road reopening tomorrow morning. Thank you for following and
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Cupboard or fridge? This is where you must store chocolate as warning issued
Experts have issued a warning to UK households urging them not to put chocolate in the fridge. With Halloween and Christmas around the corner, many of us will be starting to stockpile our seasonal chocolate treats, but where should we store them
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Our player ratings after Oxford United hold Burnley to draw
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United held Burnley to a goalless draw at Grenoble Road. JAMIE CUMMING Made one brilliant fingertip save to push a powerful Luca Koleosho strike away for a corner – 7.5 PETER KIOSO The tricky
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Oxfordshire silver band play special performance at wedding
A silver band from Oxfordshire played a special performance at a wedding. Wantage Silver Band attended the wedding in Bampton on Saturday, September 21 and played songs for the newlyweds, who were called Dave and Lil. Posting a photograph,
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Former England international credits U’s for display against his side
SCOTT Parker credited Oxford United for their disciplined defensive display against his Burnley side. The Sky Bet Championship clash ended goalless, with the U’s altering their approach against a Clarets side relegated from the Premier League last
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Jeremy Clarkson pays heartfelt tribute to ‘funny’ Maggie Smith
Jeremy Clarkson has paid a heartfelt tribute to Oscar-winning actress Dame Maggie Smith who went to school in Oxford. The star, known for her many roles including the Harry Potter franchise, passed away at 89 years old with her death being announced
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Des Buckingham proud of U’s for raising awareness in aftermath of young fan’s death
DES Buckingham is proud of the way Oxford United are helping to raise awareness in the aftermath of Jack Badger’s death. Abingdon United midfielder Badger, a U’s fan, took his own life and died aged 24 earlier this month. In the 24th minute
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Police on lookout for Mercedes driver after hare coursing wrecks fields
Police in Oxfordshire are searching for a Mercedes driver after fields were wrecked. Thames Valley Police officers were out on patrol across the Wantage area and West Oxfordshire on Saturday morning as a result of recent reports of suspected hare
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How you can lower your energy bills and what help is available for you
British households are facing increasing energy costs this winter after the regulator raised its price cap in October. Ofgem’s price cap is rising by £149 from the current £1,568 a year for a typical household in England, Scotland and Wales to
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Oxford's Mini among top 13 cars still built in UK
Oxford’s Mini has been praised as the top 13 most popular cars still built in Britain has been revealed. The ‘original’ Mini has always been a true UK symbol but in more modern times, the German-owned firm has evolved to create cars which offer
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Council scheme to amend conditions for new community centre set for approval
Plans are due to be approved to remove four conditions from an application for a new community building in Bicester. Stuart Parkhurst, capital and special projects manager at Cherwell District Council, has submitted the application for the Bicester
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Omid Djalili bringing world tour to Banbury next month
Comedian Omid Djalili is set to bring his new show to Banbury next month as part of his world tour. The show, Namaste, is set to be performed at the Mill Arts Centre on October 15 and 16. After beginning his world tour in Canada on May 23,
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Teenage tree surgeon with close connection to Gary Lineker killed at work
A teenage tree surgeon with a close connection to a famous former England footballer died after being struck by a falling tree in Oxfordshire, an inquest has heard. Jonty Parkinson, of Coln St. Aldwyns, Cirencester, died on Friday, September 6
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Update on American billionaire’s plans for ‘grotesque’ country house
An update has been given on an American billionaire’s plans for an Oxfordshire country house in the Cotswolds. Ronald Burkle, a businessman who co-founded the private investment firm Yucaipa Companies, LLC, is no stranger to the area, owning celebrity
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200-home plan for former landfill site to have public consultation
Plans for 200 homes at a former landfill site will be the subject of a public consultation in the coming weeks. OX Place is set to hold a first round of public engagement in October on its emerging proposals for the former landfill site at Redbridge
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New mystery novel set in Henley goes on sale
A mystery novel which is set in Henley and is the first of a trilogy has been released. Nostalgia Man in Henley is the first of the trilogy exploring memory, and has been written by Paul S Bradley. The plot follows Oliver Matthews' journey
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England win bronze medal at inaugural Transplant Football World Cup
England secured a bronze medal at the inaugural Transplant Football World Cup earlier this month under the leadership of their manager from Bicester. The event, which took place between September 8 and 24, saw England's Transplant Sport football
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Pub 'delighted' after being named in Good Beer Guide
The manager of a Bicester pub said he is "delighted" after it was recognised for the quality of its real ale. The Penny Black, on Sheep Street, was chosen by members of the town's Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) branch for inclusion in the Good Beer
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Controversial journalist slams use of e-bikes at public event
John Mair chaired a My Jericho debate on e-bikes and e-scooters with guest speaker Peter Hitchens at St Barnabas Church in Jericho. Here he writes about the event. Mail on Sunday columnist, Controversialist and Oxford resident Peter Hitchens was
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Oxford film extra found dead at home, inquest hears
An inquest has opened after an Oxfordshire villager who works as a film extra was found dead at his home. Laurence Woodbridge, of Buckthorne Lane in Cholsey near Wallingford, died on August 6. The inquest was opened by senior coroner Darren