Stories for 26 April 2001

Abingdon News

Abingdon recruits new street watchdogs

Interviews are now taking place to choose Abingdon's new Neighbourhood Wardens.   more...

Revamp progress 'painfully slow'

Traders say plans to revitalise Abingdon are "painfully slow" and it is in danger of losing out.   more...

Roche visits science centre

The president-elect of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Tony Roche, visited the Culham Science Centre, Abingdon, and later presented awards for excellence to mechanical engineering students at the Oxford Brookes University.   more...

Football: Abingdon hit top form

Abingdon Town hit top form in Division 1 with a 7-0 thrashing of Carterton Town. Greg Stallcup struck a hat-trick, with other goals coming from Alex White, Steve Morris, Cummings and Gary Harris.   more...

Banbury News

Gardens are open again

The gardens of The Yews in Swerford, Chipping Norton, are reopening to the public after a break of seven years on May 6 and 7, in aid of the Horton Hospital's children's ward 'Tot Up Campaign'.   more...

Stolen car found

A car stolen from Boxhedge Road, Banbury, was later found in the village of Whatcote in Warwickshire.   more...

Bicester News

Football: Phillips brace for runners-up Launton

Launton Ladies secured the runners-up spot in the Southern Region Premier Division with a 2-1 victory over Gosport.   more...

Chamber chairman urges firms to plan town's future

The new chairman of the Bicester and District Chamber of Commerce issued a challenge to local businessmen this week.   more...

Lee raises cash for research

Lifeguard Lee Pontefract, 18, completed the London Marathon for charity.   more...

Bag snatched

A pensioner in her 80s, walking near St Edburg's church, Bicester, was left badly shaken after a thief on a bicycle snatched her handbag containing her purse and pension book.   more...

Tennis lessons

Coaching for children aged seven to 16 years is taking place at Bicester Tennis Club, Garth Park.   more...

Didcot News

Murder inquiry begins

A murder hunt has begun after the body of a former Oxfordshire woman was found in a shed behind her home.   more...

Oxford News

OAPs gloomy over PO move

Residents have spoken of their dismay over losing their post office.   more...

Guide book raps 'congested' city

A travel guide has slated Oxford, describing the centre as "congested" and accusing open-top tourist buses of obscuring the view of historic buildings.   more...

Girl's bike stolen on first trip into city

Nine-year-old Emma Livett was devastated when her new bike was stolen the first time she rode it into Oxford.   more...

Council wants work to start on memorial

Oxford's historic Martyrs Memorial in St Giles is being used as a "builders' dump", according to the city's Lord Mayor.   more...

`Prison site won't attract visitors'

Concern has been expressed by Oxford councillors over what the former prison will look like after its re-development.   more...

Fire doors taken

Twenty-one fire doors and three UPvC windows were stolen from Jewson's in Marsh Lane, Cowley, overnight on Friday.   more...

League proposes name change

A proposal to change the name of the League of Friends of Littlemore, Warneford and Park Hospitals to the Oxfordshire Group Homes is on the agenda for its 40th annual meeting, which will be held at the Littlemore Mental Health Centre on Thursday, May 10.   more...

Football: Sizzling City go nap

Oxford City went nap as they saw off Summertown 5-1 in the Elsevier Youth League John Byles Memorial Cup.   more...

Oxford,Abingdon,Banbury,Bicester,Didcot,Thame,Wantage,Wallingford,Witney News

More pupils attend independent schools

Pupils are continuing to flock to Oxfordshire's independent schools - but with a smaller increase in the number of students than last year.   more...

Big brother watches teen offenders

Persistent young offenders in Oxfordshire will be monitored 24 hours a day to break their cycle of crime.   more...

Scientists discredit HIV vaccine theory

A controversial theory that a vaccine sparked the HIV epidemic was cast further into doubt by Oxford scientists.   more...

Medibike back in action

The Oxford Mail Medibike is back on the road - nine months after being written off in a crash.   more...

Extra first aid courses organised

A first-aid training organisation, specialising in training for nursery school staff, has set up extra courses because of demand.   more...

Tenders invited for bus routes

The county council has invited tenders from bus operators for a range of routes throughout Oxfordshire to begin on Sunday, July 1.   more...

Speedway: Cheetahs need home comfort!

It's early days yet, but JT/FOX Oxford Cheetahs are in pole position in their bid for honours at the top of the Sky Sports Elite League.   more...

Table tennis: Haddenham teams through

It will be an all-Haddenham Oxford and District Handicap Shield final, following victories for both teams in the semi-finals.   more...

Oxfordshire Business

Downturn will affect us, says Bookham

HI-TECH company Bookham Technology warned that there was "no doubt" it would be hit by the effects of the slowing US economy.   more...

Firms in postcode plea over census

BUSINESSES are being asked to help with the 2001 census by making sure staff know the full address and postcode of their workplace.   more...

Production of new Mini set to start

The start of production of the new Mini was expected to be announced today by the car's German owner, BMW.   more...

Company gives axed staff day off

Staff at fibre-optics company JDS Uniphase in Yarnton were given the day off yesterday after hearing that they had just lost their jobs.   more...

Oxfordshire Education

More pupils attend independent schools

Pupils are continuing to flock to Oxfordshire's independent schools - but with a smaller increase in the number of students than last year.   more...

'Withdraw invitation to Irving,' Union urged

Oxford University students have joined the Oxford Mail in calling on the Oxford Union to withdraw its invitation to controversial historian David Irving.   more...

University runs summer lessons (July 14 - Aug 18)

Oxford University's summer school for adults will run from July 14 to August 18.   more...

Oxfordshire Leisure

Dancer comes home

Talented ballet dancer Amy Lawson will be returning to her native west Oxfordshire when she performs with other members of a top ballet school.   more...

Plants on sale (May 19 and 20)

A plant sale will be held at Church Farm, Elsfield, on May 19 and 20, from 10am to 5pm.   more...

Arts preview (May 12-19)

A preview of the Oxsrad art class's mixed media exhibition for Artweek will be held on May 12, from noon to 2pm, at the Oxsrad centre in Marsh Lane, Marston.   more...

Choral choice (May 19)

The programme for a choir's 50th anniversary was chosen by a poll of its members.   more...

Lawrence lawyer to visit (May 19)

Imran Khan, the civil rights lawyer, who represented the family of murdered London teenager Stephen Lawrence, is to speak at Levellers Day, Banbury, on May 19.   more...

Jumble date (April 28)

A jumble sale at the village hall, Churchill, from 10am to noon, on Saturday, April 28, is raising funds for Chipping Norton Hospital and the Jane Ashley Breast Cancer Unit.   more...

Summer fete (May 19)

A summer garden fete is being held at Oxenford House in The Glebe, Cumnor, on Saturday, May 19, from 2pm to 4pm.   more...

Seminar date set (May 12)

A seminar aimed at exploring the use of community assets is being held at Barton Community Centre on Saturday, May 12, starting at 11am.   more...

Camping history goes on show (May 1-June 3)

Camping enthusiasts will mark their group's centenary by going back to its roots.   more...

Club plans a charity workout (May 12)

An exercise event is being held to raise funds for charity.   more...

Gardens are open again (May 6-7)

The gardens of The Yews in Swerford, Chipping Norton, are reopening to the public after a break of seven years on May 6 and 7, in aid of the Horton Hospital's children's ward 'Tot Up Campaign'.   more...

Oxfordshire News

OAPs gloomy over PO move

Residents have spoken of their dismay over losing their post office.   more...

Girl's bike stolen on first trip into city

Nine-year-old Emma Livett was devastated when her new bike was stolen the first time she rode it into Oxford.   more...

Abingdon recruits new street watchdogs

Interviews are now taking place to choose Abingdon's new Neighbourhood Wardens.   more...

Murder inquiry begins

A murder hunt has begun after the body of a former Oxfordshire woman was found in a shed behind her home.   more...

Trader forces rethink on sales

A businessman has forced a rethink by councillors after complaining that sales held at a town hall are hitting trade.   more...

Revamp progress 'painfully slow'

Traders say plans to revitalise Abingdon are "painfully slow" and it is in danger of losing out.   more...

Building plan is disgrace, mayor warns

Plans to build homes and offices on the site of an infants school have been described as "disgraceful" by a town mayor.   more...

Charity gift gesture to shame firm

A workers' union has decided to donate £50 to Comic Relief to highlight an Oxford company's "small-mindedness" in refusing to allow a member of staff to raise funds for the charity.   more...

Production of new Mini set to start

The start of production of the new Mini was expected to be announced today by the car's German owner, BMW.   more...

'Withdraw invitation to Irving,' Union urged

Oxford University students have joined the Oxford Mail in calling on the Oxford Union to withdraw its invitation to controversial historian David Irving.   more...

Can Big Brother stop the teenage criminals?

"It was even conceivable that they watched everybody all the time. But at any rate they could plug in your wire whenever they wanted to. You had to live - did live, from habit that became instinct - in the assumption that every sound you made was overheard, and except in darkness, every movement scrutinised."   more...

Heart patient is walking on air

The man fitted with the world's first artificial heart has been enjoying his new lease of life - with a thrilling ride in a microlight.   more...

Big brother watches teen offenders

Persistent young offenders in Oxfordshire will be monitored 24 hours a day to break their cycle of crime.   more...

Student dies in accident

Student Richard Walker was killed in a road accident the day after he returned to college following a break at home with his parents.   more...

Police dog uncovers drugs haul

Drugs with a street value of £50,000 were seized during a police raid in Oxford.   more...

Safety event threatened by disease

Foot and mouth disease is threatening to ruin a children's safety event co-ordinated by Thames Valley Police.   more...

Market venue agreed

An agreement has been reached to hold a series of four monthly farmers' markets in Wallingford's Market Place.   more...

Asbestos scare strikes tenants

An investigation has been launched today amid fears that building work could have left residents of an Oxford City Council tower block exposed to asbestos.   more...

Oxfordshire Sport

Rivals swindon on brink

Oxford United's arch rivals Swindon Town look increasingly likely to join them in the third division next season as the Division 2 relegation dogfight hotted up.   more...

Speedway: Improving the service ...

In the wake of the excellent Good Friday crowd, management at Oxford have been reviewing various matters to improve the service and entertainment for fans.   more...

Golf: Young Eddie's on trail of the Tiger!

Watch out Tiger Woods - young Eddie Pepperell is on your tail.   more...

Speedway: Appleton misses the boat

There will be no under 21 championship glory for Cheetahs youngster Andrew Appleton after he failed to qualify in the opening round at Monmore Green on Monday.   more...

Golf: Stunning Studley knock out holders

Studley Wood showed strength in depth in defeating Woburn, the 2000 Hillman Trophy holders, by 4-3 in their first round encounter at Studley.   more...

Boxing: Ben triumphs on his debut

Three Abingdon boxers enjoyed victories in their dinner-show at the Guild Hall, with newcomer Ben Snedker winning on his debut.   more...

Football: Long seals Apollo cup final spot

Apollo are through to the Boys League Under 15 Cup final after seeing off Highworth 3-0 in the semi-final.   more...

Football: Burford strike silver after 20-year wait

Burford United came from behind to draw 2-2 and eventually win 4-3 on penalties against Long Wittenham in the Autotype UTV League Ridgeway Cup final at Abingdon United's Northcourt Road ground.   more...

Football: Dismissal gives Star title edge!

Star Royal virtually clinched the Morrells Oxford Sunday League Premier Division championship when they twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with their main challengers Highfield.   more...

Golf: Frilford sent crashing by unbeaten leaders

Frilford Heath were unable to halt Ellesborough's unbeaten march at the top of the Shaw and Co Oxfordshire Foursomes League when they suffered a heavy defeat on the Buckinghamshire course.   more...

Bar Billiards: Tandem riding towards second spot

Tandem are favourites to finish runners-up in the Premier Section of the Morrells Oxford League after a 4-1 success at Democrats B.   more...

Football: Supersubs lift Vikings

Witney Vikings produced a sensational extra-time performance to beat first-time finalists Banbury United 5-1 and land the Giles Sports Witney   more...

Speedway: Cheetahs need home comfort!

It's early days yet, but JT/FOX Oxford Cheetahs are in pole position in their bid for honours at the top of the Sky Sports Elite League.   more...

Table tennis: Haddenham teams through

It will be an all-Haddenham Oxford and District Handicap Shield final, following victories for both teams in the semi-finals.   more...

Speedway: Bosses doing good job

Who would be a team manager? Many fans at last Friday's epic encounter against Ipswich wanted to know why Ales Dryml wasn't used as a reserve replacement for Andrew Appleton in heat 14, which almost swayed the verdict for the Witches.   more...

Football: Sizzling City go nap

Oxford City went nap as they saw off Summertown 5-1 in the Elsevier Youth League John Byles Memorial Cup.   more...

Thame News

Football: Thame outplay Milton

Thame outplayed Milton United in the first half, going in 3-0 up at the break thanks to Tommy Kendal-Smith (2) and Paul Reading. Milton's Paul Jezzard reduced the arrears with five minutes left.   more...

Trader forces rethink on sales

A businessman has forced a rethink by councillors after complaining that sales held at a town hall are hitting trade.   more...

New pool must make a splash

Thame's deputy mayor Mike Welply wants his town's swimming pool to make a splash.   more...

Student dies in accident

Student Richard Walker was killed in a road accident the day after he returned to college following a break at home with his parents.   more...

Pressure grows for old people's home

Thame is stepping up the pressure to make sure it keeps an old people's home in the town.   more...

Festival reminder to stay in town

A painted display from the 2001: A Thame Odyssey arts festival is to occupy a town centre site until September.   more...

CCTV cameras put on hold

A decision on how much Thame Town Council is willing to pay for crime-cutting CCTV cameras has been put on hold.   more...

Tree and seat given by families

A memorial seat and a special tree have been given by Thame families in memory of loved ones. They have been planted on the Cuttle Brook town centre nature reserve.   more...

Council presses agency over floods

The Environment Agency is being pressed by Thame Town Council's Cuttle Brook nature reserve management committee to treat the issue of flooding along the brook as a priority.   more...

Concert night (April 28)

A Music for Pleasure concert is being given in All Saints' Church, Brill, on Saturday at 7pm in aid of Sargent Cancer Care for Children.   more...

Wallingford News

Budget angels arrive in style

Three sixth formers from Wallingford School were whisked off to the House of Commons in a chauffeur-driven Mercedes.   more...

Market venue agreed

An agreement has been reached to hold a series of four monthly farmers' markets in Wallingford's Market Place.   more...

Supermarket to close

Supermarket chain Somerfield has announced it is pulling out of Wallingford next month.   more...

Legion re-dedicates plaque

A service was held at Wallingford's new post office on Tuesday to re-dedicate a war memorial plaque in honour of five local post office workers killed in the First World War.   more...

Wantage News

Building plan is disgrace, mayor warns

Plans to build homes and offices on the site of an infants school have been described as "disgraceful" by a town mayor.   more...

Camping history goes on show (May 1-June 3)

Camping enthusiasts will mark their group's centenary by going back to its roots.   more...

Witney News

Football: Burford strike silver after 20-year wait

Burford United came from behind to draw 2-2 and eventually win 4-3 on penalties against Long Wittenham in the Autotype UTV League Ridgeway Cup final at Abingdon United's Northcourt Road ground.   more...

Football: Supersubs lift Vikings

Witney Vikings produced a sensational extra-time performance to beat first-time finalists Banbury United 5-1 and land the Giles Sports Witney   more...

Football: Troubled Town put an end to barren run

Witney ended a run of 11 matches without a win in the Dr Martens Eastern Division with a convincing 3-1 victory on the south coast last night.   more...

Council pay bill about to quadruple

West Oxfordshire councillors have voted to quadruple their pay.   more...

Fashion show raises play cash

St Kenelm's School , Minster Lovell, is raising money for a new infants' play area with a fashion show and children's wear sale of High Street brands at the school on May 11, from 7 to 9pm.   more...

  
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