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Stories for 5 February 2007
Abingdon
Poultry seller fears impact on trade
AN OXFORDSHIRE poultry seller fears his livelihood could be in jeopardy following the outbreak of bird flu in Suffolk. more...
Poultry seller fears impact on trade
AN OXFORDSHIRE poultry seller fears his livelihood could be in jeopardy following the outbreak of bird flu in Suffolk. more...
Bicester News
Farm could be therapy base
Troubled children in Oxfordshire could soon be able to work through their issues by growing and selling produce on a farm. more...
Business Arena News
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Dispute led to £26,000 bill
NEIGHBOURS who waged a campaign of harassment against a family who complained about the smell of their Chinese cooking have been told to pay more than £26,000 in compensation. more...
Drivers escape injury in A34 smash
THREE cars were involved in a pile-up on the A34 yesterday afternoon. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Dispute led to £26,000 bill
NEIGHBOURS who waged a campaign of harassment against a family who complained about the smell of their Chinese cooking have been told to pay more than £26,000 in compensation. more...
Drivers escape injury in A34 smash
THREE cars were involved in a pile-up on the A34 yesterday afternoon. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Business News
Focus on the future for law firm
A Wallingford law firm which has been in business for 218 years has relaunched with its focus firmly on the future. more...
Firms line up to support historic celebration
Two major Oxfordshire employers have agreed to help bankroll events to celebrate 1,000 years of Oxfordshire. more...
Cleanest County
Help us to clean up Oxfordshire
THREE years ago, The Oxford Times launched its Cleanest County campaign. The idea was to highlight some of the worst litter blackspots in Oxfordshire and make the county one of the cleanest in the country. more...
Didcot News
Passengers tell of confusion over fire on train
Hundreds of passengers were evacuated from Didcot Parkway railway station after an express train caught fire. more...
Bereaved parents urge action on roads
New safety measures could be introduced on a notorious stretch of road in Didcot - thanks to a campaign launched by bereaved parents. more...
Planning boss asks for trust
The man heading the public consultation on controversial housing plans for Didcot has vowed to regain the town's trust. more...
Editorial Comment
It's High time for a crackdown
It is amazing at times how long it takes the law to catch up. more...
Football
FOOTBALL: Fading Banbury kept in check
Banbury United's Premier Division play-off hopes are fading fast following their 2-0 home defeat in a sub-standard game. more...
FOOTBALL: Didcot no answer to Bashley
Didcot Town had no answer to runaway Division 1 South & West leaders Bashley, who underlined their title credentials with an impressive 1-0 win in Saturday's top-of-the-table battle. more...
FOOTBALL: Didcot no answer to Bashley
Didcot Town had no answer to runaway Division 1 South & West leaders Bashley, who underlined their title credentials with an impressive 1-0 win in Saturday's top-of-the-table battle. more...
FOOTBALL: City beaten at home again
Oxford City crashed to their second successive home defeat with a disappointing display in Saturday's Division 1 South & West clash at Court Place Farm which they lost 3-1. more...
FOOTBALL: Odhiambo's hat-trick sinks Hanwell
Anaclet Odhiambo scored a hat-trick as Abingdon United nearly threw away a three-goal interval lead against Division 1 South & West's bottom club on Saturday in a 4-2 victory. more...
FOOTBALL: Odhiambo's hat-trick sinks Hanwell
Anaclet Odhiambo scored a hat-trick as Abingdon United nearly threw away a three-goal interval lead against Division 1 South & West's bottom club on Saturday in a 4-2 victory. more...
FOOTBALL: Town youngsters pull off shock
A team of Abingdon Town youngsters pulled off an unlikely Sport Italia Hellenic League Premier Division victory in their 3-1 derby victory at Wantage on Saturday. more...
FOOTBALL: Fading Banbury kept in check
Banbury United's Premier Division play-off hopes are fading fast following their 2-0 home defeat in a sub-standard game. more...
FOOTBALL: Didcot no answer to Bashley
Didcot Town had no answer to runaway Division 1 South & West leaders Bashley, who underlined their title credentials with an impressive 1-0 win in Saturday's top-of-the-table battle. more...
FOOTBALL: Didcot no answer to Bashley
Didcot Town had no answer to runaway Division 1 South & West leaders Bashley, who underlined their title credentials with an impressive 1-0 win in Saturday's top-of-the-table battle. more...
FOOTBALL: City beaten at home again
Oxford City crashed to their second successive home defeat with a disappointing display in Saturday's Division 1 South & West clash at Court Place Farm which they lost 3-1. more...
FOOTBALL: Odhiambo's hat-trick sinks Hanwell
Anaclet Odhiambo scored a hat-trick as Abingdon United nearly threw away a three-goal interval lead against Division 1 South & West's bottom club on Saturday in a 4-2 victory. more...
FOOTBALL: Odhiambo's hat-trick sinks Hanwell
Anaclet Odhiambo scored a hat-trick as Abingdon United nearly threw away a three-goal interval lead against Division 1 South & West's bottom club on Saturday in a 4-2 victory. more...
FOOTBALL: Town youngsters pull off shock
A team of Abingdon Town youngsters pulled off an unlikely Sport Italia Hellenic League Premier Division victory in their 3-1 derby victory at Wantage on Saturday. more...
FOOTBALL: Didcot no answer to Bashley
Didcot Town had no answer to runaway Division 1 South & West leaders Bashley, who underlined their title credentials with an impressive 1-0 win in Saturday's top-of-the-table battle. more...
FOOTBALL: Odhiambo's hat-trick sinks Hanwell
Anaclet Odhiambo scored a hat-trick as Abingdon United nearly threw away a three-goal interval lead against Division 1 South & West's bottom club on Saturday in a 4-2 victory. more...
FOOTBALL: Didcot no answer to Bashley
Didcot Town had no answer to runaway Division 1 South & West leaders Bashley, who underlined their title credentials with an impressive 1-0 win in Saturday's top-of-the-table battle. more...
FOOTBALL: Odhiambo's hat-trick sinks Hanwell
Anaclet Odhiambo scored a hat-trick as Abingdon United nearly threw away a three-goal interval lead against Division 1 South & West's bottom club on Saturday in a 4-2 victory. more...
Headlines
'Wed me' auction ends with an offer
BACHELOR Mark Broughton was on tenterhooks today after emailing the winning bidder in the auction for his hand in marriage. more...
Farewell to regiment
SOLDIERS and officers said farewell to Oxfordshire's Royal Green Jackets at a ceremony on Saturday. more...
'Wed me' auction ends with an offer
BACHELOR Mark Broughton was on tenterhooks today after emailing the winning bidder in the auction for his hand in marriage. more...
District declares war on winter rubbish
SPRING cleaning has started early in West Oxfordshire - with the launch of a month-long litter blitz on roadside rubbish. more...
Letters
Recycling - we must do our bit
Congratulations must go to Oxford City Council for its latest recycling initiatives. more...
The courts are out of touch
Isn't it about time our law courts got a grip? This is the 21st century. more...
Memory Lane
Game riddle soon solved
The mystery football match at the White House ground in Oxford wasn't a mystery for long (Memory Lane, January 15). more...
Plum gave us annual treat
One highlight of the year for members of Barton Boys' Club in Oxford was a day trip to the seaside. more...
News
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
What's in a name?
WELCOME to a new feature where we will look at the origins of the place names of Oxfordshire. more...
Mind walk
A SPONSORED walk in aid of Oxfordshire Mind takes place on Saturday, February 10. more...
Swap shops call for help
PEOPLE can reduce the amount of useful materials going to waste by joining a community swap shop. more...
Farm centre to host cheese festival
A GARDEN centre and farm shop in Oxfordshire has been chosen to host this year's Great British Cheese Festival. more...
Sporting stars set for awards
THE search has begun to find Oxfordshire's sporting heroes. more...
Team gears up for OX5 event
MECHANICS and office staff from Motorworld are tuning up to hit top gear for the OX5 charity run through the picturesque grounds of Blenheim Palace. more...
Blaze-hit unit opens
CHILDREN and staff at Bloxham Primary School are gearing up to celebrate the opening of their new building next Friday after it was destroyed by fire in 2005. more...
Camera will enforce city car ban
DRIVERS flouting traffic restrictions in Oxford's historic High Street will be fined £60 when new spy cameras 'go live' this month. more...
Friends honour teacher Andrew
OXFORD Harlequins players fell silent for a minute before Saturday's games to pay tribute to well-loved teammate Andy Dawson. more...
'Wed me' auction ends with an offer
BACHELOR Mark Broughton was on tenterhooks today after emailing the winning bidder in the auction for his hand in marriage. more...
Dispute led to £26,000 bill
NEIGHBOURS who waged a campaign of harassment against a family who complained about the smell of their Chinese cooking have been told to pay more than £26,000 in compensation. more...
Dispute led to £26,000 bill
NEIGHBOURS who waged a campaign of harassment against a family who complained about the smell of their Chinese cooking have been told to pay more than £26,000 in compensation. more...
Police plea in hunt for missing man
POLICE today appealed for help in tracing a missing man who was last seen in Oxford. more...
Poultry seller fears impact on trade
AN OXFORDSHIRE poultry seller fears his livelihood could be in jeopardy following the outbreak of bird flu in Suffolk. more...
Drivers escape injury in A34 smash
THREE cars were involved in a pile-up on the A34 yesterday afternoon. more...
Drivers escape injury in A34 smash
THREE cars were involved in a pile-up on the A34 yesterday afternoon. more...
Raid uncovers new city drugs 'farm'
POLICE found 230 cannabis plants when they raided a house in Palmer Road, Wood Farm, Oxford. more...
Suspended sentence for Asbo breach
A 63-year-old man was given a suspended sentence at Oxford Crown Court for breaching an anti-social behaviour order. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Robbers snatch £20,000 in second raid
POLICE tonight disclosed that robbers stole £20,000 in travellers cheques and foreign currency in the second raid on an Oxford travel agent in five weeks. more...
'Wed me' auction ends with an offer
BACHELOR Mark Broughton was on tenterhooks today after emailing the winning bidder in the auction for his hand in marriage. more...
Dispute led to £26,000 bill
NEIGHBOURS who waged a campaign of harassment against a family who complained about the smell of their Chinese cooking have been told to pay more than £26,000 in compensation. more...
Dispute led to £26,000 bill
NEIGHBOURS who waged a campaign of harassment against a family who complained about the smell of their Chinese cooking have been told to pay more than £26,000 in compensation. more...
Drivers escape injury in A34 smash
THREE cars were involved in a pile-up on the A34 yesterday afternoon. more...
Drivers escape injury in A34 smash
THREE cars were involved in a pile-up on the A34 yesterday afternoon. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Poultry seller fears impact on trade
AN OXFORDSHIRE poultry seller fears his livelihood could be in jeopardy following the outbreak of bird flu in Suffolk. more...
Non Leage
FOOTBALL: City beaten at home again
Oxford City crashed to their second successive home defeat with a disappointing display in Saturday's Division 1 South & West clash at Court Place Farm which they lost 3-1. more...
FOOTBALL: Fading Banbury kept in check
Banbury United's Premier Division play-off hopes are fading fast following their 2-0 home defeat in a sub-standard game. more...
FOOTBALL: Town youngsters pull off shock
A team of Abingdon Town youngsters pulled off an unlikely Sport Italia Hellenic League Premier Division victory in their 3-1 derby victory at Wantage on Saturday. more...
FOOTBALL: Headington fight back for draw
Headington Amateurs twice came from behind to share the points in an entertaining 2-2 draw against Henley Town Michael Davies put Henley ahead after 15 minutes, but Headington equalised ten minutes later when Darren Wichall helped on a goal kick to David Southam who calmly slotted in. more...
FOOTBALL: Osbourne double is in vain
Clanfield player-manager Peter Osborne scored twice late on as his depleted side gave a battling performance against new Division 1 West leaders in a 4-2 defeat. more...
FOOTBALL: Didcot no answer to Bashley
Didcot Town had no answer to runaway Division 1 South & West leaders Bashley, who underlined their title credentials with an impressive 1-0 win in Saturday's top-of-the-table battle. more...
FOOTBALL: Odhiambo's hat-trick sinks Hanwell
Anaclet Odhiambo scored a hat-trick as Abingdon United nearly threw away a three-goal interval lead against Division 1 South & West's bottom club on Saturday in a 4-2 victory. more...
FOOTBALL: Fading Banbury kept in check
Banbury United's Premier Division play-off hopes are fading fast following their 2-0 home defeat in a sub-standard game. more...
FOOTBALL: Didcot no answer to Bashley
Didcot Town had no answer to runaway Division 1 South & West leaders Bashley, who underlined their title credentials with an impressive 1-0 win in Saturday's top-of-the-table battle. more...
FOOTBALL: City beaten at home again
Oxford City crashed to their second successive home defeat with a disappointing display in Saturday's Division 1 South & West clash at Court Place Farm which they lost 3-1. more...
FOOTBALL: Odhiambo's hat-trick sinks Hanwell
Anaclet Odhiambo scored a hat-trick as Abingdon United nearly threw away a three-goal interval lead against Division 1 South & West's bottom club on Saturday in a 4-2 victory. more...
FOOTBALL: Town youngsters pull off shock
A team of Abingdon Town youngsters pulled off an unlikely Sport Italia Hellenic League Premier Division victory in their 3-1 derby victory at Wantage on Saturday. more...
FOOTBALL: Didcot no answer to Bashley
Didcot Town had no answer to runaway Division 1 South & West leaders Bashley, who underlined their title credentials with an impressive 1-0 win in Saturday's top-of-the-table battle. more...
FOOTBALL: Odhiambo's hat-trick sinks Hanwell
Anaclet Odhiambo scored a hat-trick as Abingdon United nearly threw away a three-goal interval lead against Division 1 South & West's bottom club on Saturday in a 4-2 victory. more...
Other Sport
SPORT: Weekend results
WEEKEND RESULTS CHECK NATIONWIDE CONFERENCE Oxford Utd 1, Cambridge Utd 1. more...
SPORT: Weekend results
WEEKEND RESULTS CHECK NATIONWIDE CONFERENCE Oxford Utd 1, Cambridge Utd 1. more...
Oxford News
Cameras will finally enforce city car ban
Drivers flouting traffic restrictions in Oxford's historic High Street will be fined £60 when new spy cameras 'go live' this month. more...
Army says farewell to regiment
Soldiers and officers said farewell to Oxfordshire's Royal Green Jackets at a ceremony on Saturday. more...
Friends honour teacher Andrew
Oxford Harlequins players fell silent for a minute before Saturday's games to pay tribute to well-loved teammate Andy Dawson. more...
'A smoke alarm is a life-saver'
Mother-of-three Sallie Campbell urged families across Oxfordshire to fit a smoke alarm after one saved her family from being trapped in a blaze. more...
Blanc hits out at up-and-coming chefs
Chef Raymond Blanc has stirred up a cookery teacher by claiming aspiring kitchen stars do not recognise fine food. more...
Cold callers get brush off
Salesmen knocking at the door offering their wares and rogue traders touting for business will get the cold shoulder in Cutteslowe, Oxford. more...
Tyres slashed on charity van
A charity worker has been left shocked by a vandal who slashed the tyres of his van. more...
'Op delay could cost me my job'
A piano remover fears his livelihood is under threat after waiting nearly two weeks for an operation to treat a broken arm. more...
Signals fault hits rail services
Chiltern Railways services between Oxford and London Marylebone suffered severe disruption this morning due to the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Police raid house used for growing cannabis
Police found 230 cannabis plants when they raided a house in Palmer Road, Wood Farm, Oxford, on Sunday at about 7.55am. more...
Hunt for sick pair after street attack
This is the moment two friends became victims of a so-called 'happy slapping' attack, the first of its kind in west Oxfordshire. more...
Coach stages one-man pitch invasion
Football managers are renowned for kicking every ball with their players as they watch the game from the touchline. more...
Sex case judge 'should be sacked'
Parents who watched as the man who sexually abused their daughter walked free from court say the judge in the case should be sacked. more...
Police warn of 'frontline' cuts
The number of police officers in Oxfordshire could be cut as Thames Valley Police struggles to get to grips with a cash crisis. more...
Oxford United
FOOTBALL: United winless run continues
TWO excellent debut displays gave Oxford United encouragement that they can turn the corner and soon end their winless spell. more...
Share Prices
Today's local share prices (AM)
AEA Technology 111.5 BMW 3997 Electrocomponents 289.5 Isoft Group 49.5 Oxford Biomedica 49.25 Oxford Instruments 271 Reed Elsevier 598.75 RM 198.25 RPS Group 298.5 Oxonica 142.5 more...
Today's local share prices (PM)
AEA Technology 111.75 BMW 3097 Electrocomponents 291.25 Isoft Group 50.75 Oxford Biomedica 49.5 Oxford Instruments 271.25 Oxonica 142.5 Reed Elsevier 596.25 RM 199.75 RPS Group 301 more...
Sport
Fading Banbury kept in check
Banbury Utd 0, Northwood 2 BANBURY United's Premier Division play-off hopes are fading fast following their home defeat in a sub-standard game. more...
Witney News
'Wed me' auction ends with an offer
Bachelor Mark Broughton was on tenterhooks last night after emailing the winning bidder in the auction for his hand in marriage. more...
Your Pics
The stand off
Mike Lester took this picture of a stand-off between a fox and a magpie in his garden in Headington. more...
Abingdon Herald News
Poultry seller fears impact on trade
AN OXFORDSHIRE poultry seller fears his livelihood could be in jeopardy following the outbreak of bird flu in Suffolk. more...
Banbury Cake News
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Tots enjoy a building site lesson
YOUNG children from Middle Barton wore hard hats and fluorescent jackets last week as they swapped their pre-school classroom for a tour of a building site. more...
School proves really special
BANBURY School has become the only school in Oxfordshire to gain specialist status in humanities - with a second specialist award in training. more...
Masterclass for students
COOKERY students at Banbury School have been given a master class in catering by Oxford and Cherwell Valley College lecturer Carl Brookes. more...
Banbury Cake Sport
Fading Banbury kept in check
Banbury Utd 0, Northwood 2 more...
Bicester Advertiser Business
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Dispute led to £26,000 bill
NEIGHBOURS waged a campaign of harassment against a family who complained about the smell of their Chinese cooking have been told to pay more than £26,000 in compensation. more...
Drivers escape injury in A34 smash
THREE cars were involved in a pile-up on the A34 yesterday afternoon. more...
Bicester Advertiser News
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Dispute led to £26,000 bill
NEIGHBOURS waged a campaign of harassment against a family who complained about the smell of their Chinese cooking have been told to pay more than £26,000 in compensation. more...
Drivers escape injury in A34 smash
THREE cars were involved in a pile-up on the A34 yesterday afternoon. more...
Oxford Mail News
Cameras will finally enforce city car ban
Drivers flouting traffic restrictions in Oxford's historic High Street will be fined £60 when new spy cameras 'go live' this month. more...
Passengers tell of confusion over fire on train
Hundreds of passengers were evacuated from Didcot Parkway railway station after an express train caught fire. more...
Army says farewell to regiment
Soldiers and officers said farewell to Oxfordshire's Royal Green Jackets at a ceremony on Saturday. more...
Friends honour teacher Andrew
Oxford Harlequins players fell silent for a minute before Saturday's games to pay tribute to well-loved teammate Andy Dawson. more...
Hunt for sick pair after street attack
This is the moment two friends became victims of a so-called 'happy slapping' attack, the first of its kind in west Oxfordshire. more...
Coach stages one-man pitch invasion
Football managers are renowned for kicking every ball with their players as they watch the game from the touchline. more...
Sex case judge 'should be sacked'
Parents who watched as the man who sexually abused their daughter walked free from court say the judge in the case should be sacked. more...
Police warn of 'frontline' cuts
The number of police officers in Oxfordshire could be cut as Thames Valley Police struggles to get to grips with a cash crisis. more...
'Wed me' auction ends with an offer
Bachelor Mark Broughton was on tenterhooks last night after emailing the winning bidder in the auction for his hand in marriage. more...
Bereaved parents urge action on roads
New safety measures could be introduced on a notorious stretch of road in Didcot - thanks to a campaign launched by bereaved parents. more...
'A smoke alarm is a life-saver'
Mother-of-three Sallie Campbell urged families across Oxfordshire to fit a smoke alarm after one saved her family from being trapped in a blaze. more...
Blanc hits out at up-and-coming chefs
Chef Raymond Blanc has stirred up a cookery teacher by claiming aspiring kitchen stars do not recognise fine food. more...
Signals fault hits rail services
Chiltern Railways services between Oxford and London Marylebone suffered severe disruption this morning due to the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Cold callers get brush off
Salesmen knocking at the door offering their wares and rogue traders touting for business will get the cold shoulder in Cutteslowe, Oxford. more...
Planning boss asks for trust
The man heading the public consultation on controversial housing plans for Didcot has vowed to regain the town's trust. more...
Tyres slashed on charity van
A charity worker has been left shocked by a vandal who slashed the tyres of his van. more...
Farm could be therapy base
Troubled children in Oxfordshire could soon be able to work through their issues by growing and selling produce on a farm. more...
'Op delay could cost me my job'
A piano remover fears his livelihood is under threat after waiting nearly two weeks for an operation to treat a broken arm. more...
Police raid house used for growing cannabis
Police found 230 cannabis plants when they raided a house in Palmer Road, Wood Farm, Oxford, on Sunday at about 7.55am. more...
Oxford Mail Sport
SPORT: Weekend results
WEEKEND RESULTS CHECK more...
The Oxford Times News
Raid uncovers new city drugs 'farm'
POLICE found 230 cannabis plants when they raided a house in Palmer Road, Wood Farm, Oxford. more...
Political power of music debated
SOCIAL activist and musician Billy Bragg is to host a debate in Oxford on the political power of music following the success of the Blackbird Leys Choir. more...
Focus on the future for law firm
A Wallingford law firm which has been in business for 218 years has relaunched with its focus firmly on the future. more...
Camera will enforce city car ban
DRIVERS flouting traffic restrictions in Oxford's historic High Street will be fined £60 when new spy cameras 'go live' this month. more...
Friends honour teacher Andrew
OXFORD Harlequins players fell silent for a minute before Saturday's games to pay tribute to well-loved teammate Andy Dawson. more...
'Wed me' auction ends with an offer
BACHELOR Mark Broughton was on tenterhooks today after emailing the winning bidder in the auction for his hand in marriage. more...
Firms line up to support historic celebration
Two major Oxfordshire employers have agreed to help bankroll events to celebrate 1,000 years of Oxfordshire. more...
Pictures provide food for thought
AN EXHIBITION at an Oxford school today is providing staff and pupils with plenty of food for thought. more...
Cold callers get brush off
SALESMEN knocking at the door offering their wares and rogue traders touting for business will get the cold shoulder in Cutteslowe, Oxford. more...
Suspended sentence for Asbo breach
A 63-year-old man was given a suspended sentence at Oxford Crown Court for breaching an anti-social behaviour order. more...
Police plea in hunt for missing man
POLICE today appealed for help in tracing a missing man who was last seen in Oxford. more...
Signals failure hits rail travellers
RAIL services between Oxfordshire and London Marylebone are still suffering severe disruption this afternoon after the failure of the signalling system in north London. more...
Dispute led to £26,000 bill
NEIGHBOURS waged a campaign of harassment against a family who complained about the smell of their Chinese cooking have been told to pay more than £26,000 in compensation. more...
Poultry seller fears impact on trade
AN OXFORDSHIRE poultry seller fears his livelihood could be in jeopardy following the outbreak of bird flu in Suffolk. more...
Plea as burglars snatch baby video
A COUPLE have pleaded for the return of a stolen videotape that has irreplaceable footage of their newborn baby being brought home for the first time. more...
Army says farewell to regiment
SOLDIERS and officers said farewell to Oxfordshire's Royal Green Jackets at a ceremony in Oxford. more...
Young film buffs boost Chox appeal
HUNDREDS of young film fans gave a boost to Oxford Children's Hospital at a preview screening of the new Charlotte's Web movie. more...
Campaign may improve safety
NEW safety measures could be introduced on a notorious stretch of road in Didcot - thanks to a campaign launched by bereaved parents. more...
Mother's warning after candle fire
MOTHER-OF-THREE Sallie Campbell urged families across Oxfordshire to fit a smoke alarm after one saved her family from being trapped in a blaze. more...
University picks nine for honorary titles
NINE prominent figures from the world of science, politics, and the arts are set to receive honorary degrees from Oxford University this year. more...
Blanc hits out at up-and-coming chefs
CHEF Raymond Blanc has stirred up a cookery teacher by claiming aspiring kitchen stars do not recognise fine food. more...
Tyres slashed on charity van
A CHARITY worker has been left shocked by a vandal who slashed the tyres of his van. more...
University takes over hospital site
THE redevelopment of the historic Radcliffe Infirmary site by Oxford University is likely to provide good news for pedestrians and cyclists. more...
Advice offered to budding teachers
BUDDING secondary school teachers are invited to an open evening at Oxford Brookes University. more...
Drivers escape injury in A34 smash
THREE cars were involved in a pile-up on the A34 yesterday afternoon. more...
£1.9m facelift for park-and-ride site
WORK is set to start on a £1.9m facelift of the Thornhill park-and-ride, Oxford. more...
Novelist helps memoir writers
NOVELIST and children's author Penelope Lively will be giving a lecture on memoir-writing in Oxford today. more...
Charities search for fire-walkers
TWO charities are seeking people prepared to walk over hot coals to help with their fund-raising efforts. more...
Country road to close
A COUNTRY road near Wantage will be closed for two weeks for repair work to be carried out. more...
Robbers snatch £20,000 in second raid
POLICE tonight disclosed that robbers stole £20,000 in travellers cheques and foreign currency in the second raid on an Oxford travel agent in five weeks. more...
Witney Gazette News
District declares war on winter rubbish
SPRING cleaning has started early in West Oxfordshire - with the launch of a month-long litter blitz on roadside rubbish. more...
'Wed me' auction ends with an offer
BACHELOR Mark Broughton was on tenterhooks today after emailing the winning bidder in the auction for his hand in marriage. more...
Farewell to regiment
SOLDIERS and officers said farewell to Oxfordshire's Royal Green Jackets at a ceremony on Saturday. more...
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