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  • Third rider killed

    A MAN became the third motorcyclist to die on Oxfordshire's roads in as many days last night. Firefighters had to cut the man from underneath a car after the accident on the A40, between Sandhills junction and junction seven of the M40, at about 10.20pm

  • Bailiffs call on flood victims

    A VICTIM of the floods spoke of his disgust after bailiffs were sent to his house to collect council tax debts. Bailiffs working for Cherwell District Council called at his home yesterday. They were carrying out a liability order granted by magistrates

  • Power cut rocks city

    HUNDREDS of shoppers were evacuated when an explosion at an electricity sub-station left much of Oxford without power. Fire alarms sounded as customers were led from stores yesterday afternoon with many fearing a major bomb scare. The power cut also hit

  • Shotton set for final fling

    MALCOLM Shotton is to come out of semi-retirement to play one final game. The 41-year-old Oxford boss, who in his short time in management has transformed United from basement battlers to a side sitting proudly in the top half of the first division, plans

  • Brothers United on club song

    FOOTBALL crazy youngsters Scott and Jack Cullis have achieved the thrill of a lifetime - singing on Manchester United's official end-of-season song. The brothers, from Grove, are among 36 supporters adding their voices to United Calypso 98, to be released

  • L-driver admits killing bride-to-be

    LEARNER driver Josef Hearne has admitted causing the death of bride-to-be Lisa Wesbroom as he sped around country lanes after a drinking binge and an argument. The 20-year-old had been drinking in different pubs in south Oxfordshire when he had an argument

  • Maximum man Crump can't save Cheetahs

    A FAULTLESS 18-point maximum from Oxford Number 1, Jason Crump, couldn't stop the Gresham Cheetahs losing out by just three points - 46-43 - in a closely contested Speedway Star Knockout Cup match at Belle Vue last night. The Cheetahs, once again took

  • Readers raise £10,000 for Tobi

    YOU'VE done it! Our wonderful readers have hit the target by raising £10,000 for the Tobi Mills Appeal. And today dying mum Tobi said a big thank-you to you all. "The generosity of Oxford Mail readers knows no bounds," said a delighted Tobi. "I'm very