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Stories for 19 May 2008
Abingdon
Bus company rings changes
OXFORD Bus Company has announced a number of changes to its services in Oxford, Abingdon and Didcot. more...
Award marks exciting chapter for bookshop
STAFF at an Abingdon bookshop are promising customers more authors will visit the store after winning a prestigious industry award. more...
Outgoing mayor hands out awards
FOR Abingdon's outgoing town mayor Lorraine Oates, it has been a challenging year of helping residents back on their feet following the July floods. more...
Bus company rings changes
OXFORD Bus Company has announced a number of changes to its services in Oxford, Abingdon and Didcot. more...
Athletics
Kimber claims third place
Stephen Kimber - one of Oxford's top distance runners - managed a career best third place in the 27th Town and Gown race this weekend. more...
Bicester News
Immigration centre plans announced
Government officials are looking at building a new detention centre for illegal immigrants in Oxfordshire, it was announced this morning. more...
New timings for rail link
A new Chiltern Railways taxibus timetable connecting with trains at Bicester North station came into force today. more...
Man admits stabbing
A 19-year-old man has pleaded guilty to a stabbing incident in Bicester. more...
Columns
'Think bike' campaign to be revived
Doreen Barker's moving letter (Oxford Mail, May 16) marks the eighth anniversary of the death of her daughter at the approach to Botley Road railway bridge. more...
Cricket
CRICKET: Oxon fall to late blows
Oxfordshire's long trip north ended in disappointment after a four-wicket defeat in Cumberland on Sunday. more...
CRICKET: Oxon fall to late blows
Oxfordshire's long trip north ended in disappointment after a four-wicket defeat in Cumberland on Sunday. more...
CRICKET: Oxon fall to late blows
Oxfordshire's long trip north ended in disappointment after a four-wicket defeat in Cumberland on Sunday. more...
CRICKET: Oxon fall to late blows
Oxfordshire's long trip north ended in disappointment after a four-wicket defeat in Cumberland on Sunday. more...
Darts
DARTS: Tuns run off with silver
Three Tuns A gained some consolation for losing their Oxfordshire Super League crown by winning the nine-a-side and five-a-side team knockout competitions. more...
DARTS: Swan eyeing up double
Original Swan will be aiming to complete the Greene King ODDA Winter League's premier league and seven-a-side cup double on finals night, June 6. more...
Didcot
Photographer wins society awards
A SELF-TAUGHT photographer has snapped up another seven awards for his talent. more...
Bus company rings changes
OXFORD Bus Company has announced a number of changes to its services in Oxford, Abingdon and Didcot. more...
Crackdown 'entraps pubs' says landlord
A LANDLORD whose pub sold alcohol to a 13-year-old girl has called on police to leave publicans alone and target supermarkets, which he claims are supplying teenagers with drink. more...
Photographer wins society awards
A SELF-TAUGHT photographer has snapped up another seven awards for his talent. more...
New mayor's pride in the town
NEW mayor Tony Harbour is proud of Didcot. more...
Bus company rings changes
OXFORD Bus Company has announced a number of changes to its services in Oxford, Abingdon and Didcot. more...
Crackdown 'entraps pubs' says landlord
A LANDLORD whose pub sold alcohol to a 13-year-old girl has called on police to leave publicans alone and target supermarkets, which he claims are supplying teenagers with drink. more...
Didcot News
Drinks action 'entraps' pubs, says landlord
A landlord whose pub sold alcohol to a 13-year-old girl has called on police to leave publicans alone and target supermarkets, which he claims are supplying teenagers with drink. more...
Division 1
CRICKET: Murrey's magic
Seamer Ollie Murrey took 7-15 as Banbury 2nd humiliated local rivals Banbury Twenty by bowling them out for 49 in Division 1. more...
Division 2
CRICKET: Cook serves up Vale victory
Mike Cook took 5-36 and Ben Humpage 4-15 as Long Marston were rolled over for just 72 at Abingdon Vale in Division 2. more...
Division 3
CRICKET: Bagpuize slump again
Kingston Bagpuize's woes continued as they slumped to a nine-wicket defeat at home to Sandford St Martin in Division 3. more...
Division 4
CRICKET: Watts' ton in vain
Matty Watts smashed a six off the final ball of the innings to take his score to 101 not out and boost Oxford Downs 2nd's total to 255-6 against Chearsley in Division 4. more...
Division 5
CRICKET: Foster fizzes for Rowant
Tim Foster took 7-9 in an outstanding ten-over spell as Aston Rowant 2nd bowled out Brackley for just 43 in Division 5. more...
Division 6
CRICKET: Willows walloped
Stanton St John Willows could rustle up only ten players for the long journey to Long Marston in Division 6, and those who made the trip must have wondered why they bothered. more...
Editorial Comment
Ditch this tedious daily chore
One of the craziest things in our lives is that most of us start work at the same time and go home at the same time. more...
Headlines
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Show shines light on holograms
AN exhibition celebrating the 60th anniversary of the hologram is going on show at the Oxfordshire Museum in Woodstock. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Rubbish fire
ARSONISTS set fire to rubbish next to a store in Witney. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Quarry decision deferred
COUNTY councillors today deferred a decision over controversial plans for a giant quarry at Stonehenge Farm, near Northmoor. more...
Nursery protesters stage march
MOTHERS and fathers wheeled buggies through the centre of Witney in protest at the closure of a much-loved nursery for their children. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Show shines light on holograms
AN exhibition celebrating the 60th anniversary of the hologram is going on show at the Oxfordshire Museum in Woodstock. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Rubbish fire
ARSONISTS set fire to rubbish next to a store in Witney. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Quarry decision deferred
COUNTY councillors today deferred a decision over controversial plans for a giant quarry at Stonehenge Farm, near Northmoor. more...
Nursery protesters stage march
MOTHERS and fathers wheeled buggies through the centre of Witney in protest at the closure of a much-loved nursery for their children. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Hockey
HOCKEY: Slick City put icing on cake
City of Oxford Ladies secured promotion to the South League after winning a nail-biting play-off 6-5 against Hampstead & Westminster 2nd. more...
Letters
We should fight prison payouts
I refer to your story, Addict inmate got £3,800 payout (Oxford Mail, April 19). more...
Political cynicism
Dr Peter Gardner (Oxford Mail, May 14) is partially correct in saying that the closure of our post offices is by virtue of EU directive 97/67 of 1997. more...
Global conspiracy
In this world of abundance, most of us in Britain at least are vastly better off than the mightiest potentate ever was. more...
Bring in the trams
How I agree with Bob Vincent's letter, Tram support (Oxford Mail, May 14). more...
Motorsport
Rees climbs in Audi series
PAUL Rees, from Oxford, moved up from ninth to eighth in the 2008 Formula Palmer Audi Championship after three races at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps track in Belgium. more...
Subaru hold on to third place
BANBURY'S Subaru World Rally Team left Sardinia consoled by holding on to third position in the title hunt. more...
Goodman joins Honda Racing TV
BRACKLEY's Honda Racing F1 Team has signed ITV-F1's Louise Goodman as guest presenter for Honda Racing TV on HondaRacingF1.com, the team's award-winning website. more...
News
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Show shines light on holograms
AN exhibition celebrating the 60th anniversary of the hologram is going on show at the Oxfordshire Museum in Woodstock. more...
People lend a hand with learning
PEOPLE from all walks of life in Oxford have been invited to offer a helping hand to their community through education. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Photographer wins society awards
A SELF-TAUGHT photographer has snapped up another seven awards for his talent. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Firms unite to halt jams
SCORES of businesses are aiming to join forces to try to solve the chronic congestion problem in Botley Road, Oxford. more...
Rubbish fire
ARSONISTS set fire to rubbish next to a store in Witney. more...
Woman dies in collision
POLICE have appealed for witnesses after a woman motorcyclist was killed. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Murder accused named
THE man accused of murdering Enayit Khalili has been identified this morning as Martin Joyce. more...
Rider hurt in bus crash
PARAMEDICS were called this morning following a collision between a bus and a cyclist near Oxford rail station. more...
Detention centre plan unveiled
GOVERNMENT officials are looking at building a new detention centre for illegal immigrants in Oxfordshire, it was announced this morning. more...
Detention centre plan unveiled
GOVERNMENT officials are looking at building a new detention centre for illegal immigrants in Oxfordshire, it was announced this morning. more...
Burglars target elderly
Police are appealing for witnesses following two distraction burglaries in Oxford on Saturday between 4pm and 5pm. more...
Chef wins cyber battle
CELEBRITY chef Raymond Blanc is toasting victory after winning a ten-week legal battle against Internet pirates from the Caribbean. more...
Man held on murder charge
A 21-year-old man accused of stabbing to death a police station cleaner was remanded in custody today. more...
Car chased 999 dash ambulance
POLICE today appealed for witnesses to an incident where a car followed an ambulance answering an emergency call in Oxfordshire. more...
Bus company rings changes
OXFORD Bus Company has announced a number of changes to its services in Oxford, Abingdon and Didcot. more...
Cyclist suffered minor injuries
A CYCLIST involved in a collision with a bus this morning suffered minor injuries. more...
Death-crash rider named
A WOMAN motorcyclist killed on the A4130 between Wallingford and Henley yesterday has been named as Elizabeth Anne Buckett. more...
Crackdown 'entraps pubs' says landlord
A LANDLORD whose pub sold alcohol to a 13-year-old girl has called on police to leave publicans alone and target supermarkets, which he claims are supplying teenagers with drink. more...
Lessons of riot 'not learned'
THE company which manages the Campsfield House immigration detention centre in Kidlington has been criticised for failing to prevent a riot. more...
Lessons of riot 'not learned'
THE company which manages the Campsfield House immigration detention centre in Kidlington has been criticised for failing to prevent a riot. more...
Man admits stabbing
A 19-year-old man has pleaded guilty to a stabbing incident in Bicester. more...
Man admits stabbing
A 19-year-old man has pleaded guilty to a stabbing incident in Bicester. more...
New timings for rail link
A NEW Chiltern Railways taxibus timetable connecting with trains at Bicester North station came into force today. more...
New timings for rail link
A NEW Chiltern Railways taxibus timetable connecting with trains at Bicester North station came into force today. more...
Quarry decision deferred
COUNTY councillors today deferred a decision over controversial plans for a giant quarry at Stonehenge Farm, near Northmoor. more...
Meadow campaign 'cautiously optimistic'
THE final stages of an inquiry into whether a piece of land in Oxford will be granted town green status began today amid cautious optimism from campaigners. more...
Nursery protesters stage march
MOTHERS and fathers wheeled buggies through the centre of Witney in protest at the closure of a much-loved nursery for their children. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Show shines light on holograms
AN exhibition celebrating the 60th anniversary of the hologram is going on show at the Oxfordshire Museum in Woodstock. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Rubbish fire
ARSONISTS set fire to rubbish next to a store in Witney. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Quarry decision deferred
COUNTY councillors today deferred a decision over controversial plans for a giant quarry at Stonehenge Farm, near Northmoor. more...
Nursery protesters stage march
MOTHERS and fathers wheeled buggies through the centre of Witney in protest at the closure of a much-loved nursery for their children. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Detention centre plan unveiled
GOVERNMENT officials are looking at building a new detention centre for illegal immigrants in Oxfordshire, it was announced this morning. more...
Detention centre plan unveiled
GOVERNMENT officials are looking at building a new detention centre for illegal immigrants in Oxfordshire, it was announced this morning. more...
Man admits stabbing
A 19-year-old man has pleaded guilty to a stabbing incident in Bicester. more...
Lessons of riot 'not learned'
THE company which manages the Campsfield House immigration detention centre in Kidlington has been criticised for failing to prevent a riot. more...
New timings for rail link
A NEW Chiltern Railways taxibus timetable connecting with trains at Bicester North station came into force today. more...
Lessons of riot 'not learned'
THE company which manages the Campsfield House immigration detention centre in Kidlington has been criticised for failing to prevent a riot. more...
Man admits stabbing
A 19-year-old man has pleaded guilty to a stabbing incident in Bicester. more...
New timings for rail link
A NEW Chiltern Railways taxibus timetable connecting with trains at Bicester North station came into force today. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Photographer wins society awards
A SELF-TAUGHT photographer has snapped up another seven awards for his talent. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Woman dies in collision
POLICE have appealed for witnesses after a woman motorcyclist was killed. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Bus company rings changes
OXFORD Bus Company has announced a number of changes to its services in Oxford, Abingdon and Didcot. more...
Crackdown 'entraps pubs' says landlord
A LANDLORD whose pub sold alcohol to a 13-year-old girl has called on police to leave publicans alone and target supermarkets, which he claims are supplying teenagers with drink. more...
Other News
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Police beat it to London
RECORD numbers of police officers are leaving Oxfordshire for better pay in London. more...
Pupils urged to walk
HUNDREDS of pupils across the county will take part in national Walk to School Week, which starts today. more...
Strike looms over closure
ROYAL Mail staff could go on strike in a bid to prevent the Oxford Mail Centre from closing, union bosses warned last night. more...
Oxford News
Eco-town 'offers opportunity'
The proposed eco-town near Weston-on-the-Green has been welcomed as "a massive opportunity" for Oxford by the city council's new Labour administration. more...
Firms unite to halt the jams
Scores of businesses are aiming to join forces to try to solve the chronic congestion problem in Botley Road, Oxford. more...
Cyclist and bus crash near Oxford station
Paramedics were called this morning following a collision between a bus and a cyclist near Oxford railway station. more...
Sneak thieves strike twice
Distraction burglars struck twice during an hour spell in Oxford on Saturday. more...
Chef wins cyber battle
Celebrity chef Raymond Blanc is toasting victory after winning a ten week legal battle against internet pirates from the Caribbean. more...
Teens show life through a lens
Photos taken by teenagers to change perceptions about their estate have gone on display in Oxford. more...
Bus company rings changes
Oxford Bus Company has announced a number of changes to its services in Oxford, Abingdon and Didcot. more...
Festival gets everyone together
People from all communities and backgrounds are being invited to celebrate the city's rich tapestry of life at the third annual Oxford Mela. more...
Cyclist suffered minor injuries
A cyclist involved in a collision with a bus this morning suffered minor injuries it has been revealed. more...
Families want place to play
Parents in Oxford say an area where their children play has become neglected and are calling for urgent improvements. more...
Race posters run into row
A traditional village fun event is the latest to attract the ire of council flyposting officers - and organisers are a tad miffed. more...
Murder accused remanded
A 21-year-old man accused of stabbing to death a police station cleaner has been remanded in custody. more...
Young entrepreneurs final
Scores of teenage entrepreneurs from across the county are preparing to do battle after winning through to the finals of a prestigious business competition. more...
Lessons of riot 'were not learned'
The company which manages the Campsfield House immigration detention centre in Kidlington has criticised for failing to prevent a riot. more...
Fury at immigration detention centre plan
The Government officials is considering building a new immigration detention centre near Bicester, it has been announced. more...
Bus company announces changes
The Oxford Bus Company has announced a number of changes to its services next month. more...
Campaigners 'cautiously optimistic'
The final stages of an inquiry into whether a piece of land in Oxford will be granted town green status began today amid cautious optimism from campaigners. more...
Results
RESULTS May 17
THE OXFORD TIMES CHERWELL LEAGUE. more...
Results And Fixtures
RESULTS May 20
CRICKET. more...
Rugby
RUGBY: Oxfordshire going down
Oxfordshire were relegated from the County Championship Shield after a comprehensive 42-3 defeat to Hertfordshire at Old Alban- ians. more...
Share Prices
Today's local share prices (AM)
AEA Technology 68.5 BMW 2958 Electrocomponents 178.75 Nationwide Accident Repair 141 Oxford Biomedica 24.25 Oxford Catalyst 169.5 Oxford Instruments 227 Reed Elsevier 658.75 RM 205.75 RPS Group 339 more...
Today's local share prices (PM)
AEA Technology 70 BMW 2971 Electrocomponents 177.25 Nationwide Accident Repair 141 Oxford Biomedica 23.25 Oxford Catalyst 169.5 Oxford Instruments 227.25 Reed Elsevier 656.75 RM 207.75 RPS Group 337.5 more...
U'S News
Patto close to signing striker
Darren Patterson is believed to be close to capturing a striker. more...
Wallingford
Woman dies in collision
POLICE have appealed for witnesses after a woman motorcyclist was killed. more...
Woman dies in collision
POLICE have appealed for witnesses after a woman motorcyclist was killed. more...
Wallingford News
Hundreds enjoy eco-friendly festival
An eco-friendly festival - powered by chip fat, bicycle and solar power - was enjoyed by about a 1,000 people at the weekend. more...
Collision victim named
A woman motorcyclist killed on the A4130 between Wallingford and Henley yesterday has been named as Elizabeth Anne Buckett. more...
Wantage And Grove
Club gets off to good start
THE first youth club in Wantage, formed specially for teenagers with learning difficulties, has got off to a good start. more...
Witney News
Tim's off to judge Chelsea flowers
The head gardener at one of Oxfordshire's top tourist attractions will be rubbing shoulders with Alan Titchmarsh and other celebrities at this year's Chelsea Flower Show. more...
Rare chance to see star
There are only two places in the country where music fans can see singer songwriter legend Paul Simon on stage this summer and one of them is in west Oxfordshire, at the Cornbury Festival. more...
Special duties
Air gunner Stanley David and flight engineer Frank Turner belonged to an RAF squadron that was so secret that officially it did not exist. more...
Decision over quarry deferred
County councillors deferred a decision over controversial plans for a giant quarry at Stonehenge Farm today. Hanson Aggregates wants to extract 1.55m tonnes of sand and gravel from the site. County Hall's planning committee put back the decision after calling for more information from the Environment Agency and West Oxfordshire District Council. more...
Nursery supporters stage protest march
Mums and dads wheeled buggies through the centre of Witney in protest at the closure of a much-loved nursery for their children. more...
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