Stories for 11 March 2004

Oxfordshire Education

Yobs will be named

Teenagers who plague neighbours with noise, vandalism or harassment are to be named and shamed by Oxford City Council.   more...

Oxfordshire Local Info

James Alder

An Oxford brass band leader has died aged 98.   more...

Margaret Stacey

Eminent sociologist Margaret Stacey, who taught in Oxford, has died, aged 81.   more...

Dr John MacLeod

A family doctor in Bicester for 30 years, Dr John MacLeod has died after an illness, aged 79.   more...

Edna Hadwin

Tributes have been paid to Edna Hadwin, the wife of a former Oxford Mail assistant editor.   more...

Doreen Townsend

Doreen Townsend, born in Leafield, who became a GI bride in the Second World War, has died, aged 79.   more...

Dr Ian Spalding

A scientist who developed laser treatment for removing unsightly birthmarks on children died suddenly in New Zealand.   more...

Cyril Perry

Cyril Perry, the last surviving founder of Chinnor Rugby Club, has died, aged 80.   more...

Oxfordshire News

Elected Oxford Union president is `cleared'

The student elected president of the Oxford Union last week said she has been cleared of all allegations of breaching election regulations.   more...

JR to cure patients' parking problems

More parking is planned at Oxford's largest hospital to prevent patients missing their appointments while they search for empty spaces.   more...

Transfers 'not why police quit'

Thames Valley Police have denied officers have left the force because they were forced to leave desk jobs and return to front-line duties.   more...

Planners win cash handout

Planners at Oxford City Council are celebrating after winning a £372,659 cash boost from the Government.   more...

Jackson backs Ridgeway 4X4 ban

Conservative MP Robert Jackson has crossed party lines to back a Labour MP's bid to ban 4x4 off-road vehicles and motorbikes from ancient rights of way like the Ridgeway.   more...

Protesters unite to keep hospitals open

Campaigners and MPs fighting the closure of community hospitals have joined forces and are to draw up an action plan.   more...

Biker killed in van collision

A motorcyclist died after crashing into the side of a van, an inquest heard.   more...

Police need theft witness

A spate of thefts from cars in Thame has prompted an appeal from police for witnesses.   more...

Motorists put lives at risk

Drivers have been criticised by a Wallingford resident for turning a zebra crossing into a `death trap'.   more...

You can attract visitors to town

A `design a sign' competition has been launched in Abingdon in a bid to make the town more attractive to visitors.   more...

Postmasters must wait for axe to fall

Post Office branch managers in Oxford - including some who say their businesses are not viable - must wait until May to find out if they are earmarked for closure.   more...

Council blames BMW for stink

Environmental health officers investigating reports of a foul stench in the Blackbird Leys area of Oxford believe they have finally traced the mystery pong to BMW.   more...

Oxfordshire Sport

Football: Ashton in the frame

Jon Ashton has given Oxford United's management team serious food for thought about a recall for Saturday's clash with Division 3's bottom team Carlisle.   more...

Golf: B&H man Elkins is new Studley captain

Jim Elkins, who was involved in the running of the Benson & Hedges International Open for many years, is the new captain of Studley Wood Golf Club.   more...

Golf: Waterstock to host charity tournament

Waterstock are hosting their tenth Anniversary Charity Tournament in aid of The Anthony Nolan Trust next month   more...

Speedway: Dobruki buzzing for Bees clash

There was plenty to cheer from the fans as the first action of the new speedway season got under way with a practice session at a chilly Oxford Stadium yesterday.   more...

Racing: Best Mate in fine fettle for hat-trick bid

Cheltenham, the highlight of the National Hunt calendar, is moving ever nearer and it's time to visit the king in his own back yard.   more...

Boxing: 'We will be back' - Dark Blues chief

Chief coach Des Brackett says Oxford University will bounce back after they lost 6-3 to Cambridge in last night's 97th Varsity match.   more...

Table tennis: Forum A in clear command

With more than two-thirds of the Oxford & District League season completed, Forum A's, Karl Bushell, Greg Boone and Craig Campbell are clear leaders in Division 1.   more...

Football: Yearwood's late winner dents Riley's title hopes

Morrells of Oxford Sunday League: AFC Riley's Division 1 title hopes suffered a blow as they lost their 100 per cent record in a 3-2 defeat at second-placed Cold Arbour.   more...

Bowls: Glenn's super show fires Oxford into final

Glenn Allen was the hero as Oxford & District saw off Lincoln 77-72 in the semi-final of the Egham Trophy, the English mixed team championship, at Leicester.   more...

Football: Wallingford hold leaders

AFC Wimbledon 1, AFC Wallingford 1: AFC Wallingford came away from Kingsmeadow with a well-deserved point in this top-of-the-table Seagrave Haulage Premier Division clash.   more...

Football: Clinical Keyes shines bright for super Star

OFA Sam Waters Cup: Lee Keyes smashed a hat-trick as Star Wanderers reached their first Sam Waters Cup final with a 3-1 victory over nine-man The Nelson.   more...

Oxfordshire Whats On

Gardeners meet

Wallingford Gardening Club meeting in the town hall at 7.30pm on March 11 features the Bill Baker Memorial lecture given by former Oxford Botanic Garden director Ken Burras.   more...

Sale arranged

A nearly-new sale is being held at the Methodist Church Hall, Victoria Road, Bicester, on March 13, from 9.30am to 12.30pm, by 2nd Bicester Guides in aid of Bardwell School, in Hendon Place.   more...