Passengers left belongings help hospice
Thirty large sacks and four suitcases full of uncollected items found on buses were handed over to a local hospice to help with its fundraising efforts. From clothing to books, bags, umbrellas and...
View ArticleWorkshops to help parents spot online dangers to children
More than 480 sexual offences were committed online against children in the Thames Valley over the last two years. Thames Valley Police and safeguarding charity NSPCC are launching workshops to parents...
View ArticleTake care on country roads
Oxfordshire Fire & Rescue Service is backing a campaign to reduce the number of fatalities that occur on country roads. The Rural Roads campaign highlights the risks drivers can expect to encounter...
View ArticlePolice sorry over ‘wrong words’
Thames Valley Police have had to apologise for using ‘a wrong choice of words’ about a man repeatedly punching a woman in the head. Peter Butler, formerly of Glenham Road, Thame, received the apology...
View ArticleCortina restored for hospice funds
A team of mechanics got down and dirty to bring a classic 1980s red Cortina back to life. The team from North Oxford BMW and MINI in Long Hanborough volunteered their time and effort to restore the...
View Article‘Many challenges to living with diabetes’
AN Oxfordshire woman has been awarded a medal for her “courage and perseverance” dealing with diabetes for more than 50 years. Julie Robbins, 60, was presented with the Alan Nabarro medal, which is...
View ArticleWomen’s rights to be celebrated
A former Lord Mayor of Oxford and anti-nuclear weapons campaigner will be commemorated at a public event celebrating the centenary of her birth. Olive Gibbs, born February 17, 1918, twice held the...
View ArticleTallulah’s slow bid for freedom
It wasn’t so much a great escape but more a sluggish trudge. Yet, in tortoise terms, it was quite a journey. Tallulah the tortoise, who broke free from her Oxford garden last July, was found on...
View ArticleDoes your pet deserve a medal?
There are just three days left to nominate your hero pets for the Blue Cross Medal 2018. Animal lovers are being encouraged to name inspirational pets who could be the next medal-winner before...
View ArticleHappy ending for neglected stallion
A neglected stallion who struggled to walk after being left alone in a filthy stable for nearly two years with little food and water has learnt to trust people again. Stew was rescued from ‘appalling’...
View ArticleGrants on offer to help boost rural businesses
Grants of up to £100,000 are available to community groups and small businesses for projects that support the rural economy. The £1.55million funding pot comes from Oxfordshire LEADER and contributions...
View ArticleInspiring a workforce fit for the future at Diamond open days
Thousands of aspiring scientists and engineers in Oxfordshire as young as seven will have the opportunity to learn more about the profession at a series of careers events this year. Diamond Light...
View ArticleHelp with your mental health
Small lifestyle changes can improve mental wellbeing – and health experts, libraries and charity Oxfordshire Mind are joining forces to get the message across. A series of events across 14 of the...
View ArticleWrestler turned filmmaker shares advice
Young filmmakers in Oxford were treated to a masterclass from a Hollywood actor and former WWE superstar last week. Students at SAE Oxford and partner schools had the curtain pulled back on the movie...
View ArticleWife very proud of ultra husband
A RUNNER has completed a “gruelling” ultramarathon and raised more than £10,000 for a charity supporting his wife. Last month Phil Marshall, 35, ran 268-miles along The Pennine Way, from Edale to Kirk...
View ArticleDidcot’s titles dreams come unstuck in West country
Didcot Town’s title dreams were dented after succumbing to a 3-1 away defeat at Evo-Stik South West table toppers Taunton on Saturday. A rough pitch made play difficult for both sides but clinical...
View ArticleExploring the wonder of the ‘wonder bridge’
Oxford’s “wonder bridge” will have an evening dedicated to exploring the contribution it has made to the city’s culture at the Museum of Oxford next month. Museum staff and Peter Smith will lead the...
View ArticleOverturned lorry causes road closure
An overturned lorry containing recycling waste partially blocked an exit on the M40 on Monday. Police, fire crew and ambulance services arrived at the scene to find the HGV toppled on its side at the...
View ArticleUPDATED: Centre on target for March opening date
Orchard Centre developers Hammerson has apologised for prematurely confirming Nando’s has agreed to move into the new site Last week we were told Nando’s was among the latest line of retailers...
View ArticleDIDCOT POWER STATION: Timeframe on the completion of police investigation...
An investigation into the collapse of one of Didcot’s most iconic landmarks continue, nearly two years after the disaster which cost the lives of four men. Detective Chief Inspector Craig Kirby said...
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