Now far be it from me to cast aspersions on the rather talented Angelina Jolie - but her latest role as Marina Pearl in A Mighty Heart has made me question her suitability for playing such characters. She is of course incredibly beautiful, emotionally
Joe Mitty, who opened Oxfam's and the UK's first charity shop, has died after suffering a long illness. The 88-year-old, who had lived in Cumnor since 1947, died at Oxford's John Radcliffe Hospital yesterday. He launched the first Oxfam shop at 17
Opponents of plans to close Oxford's postal sorting office are continuing their fight against the move - pointing out the centre was named one of the best in the country last year. Royal Mail has unveiled plans to close the Oxford Mail Centre in Cowley
A New Zealander has moved to Oxford's Blackbird Leys estate in the hope of changing it. Becky Kiddle, 31, who comes from the idyllic village of Havelock North in the Hawke's Bay region of New Zealand's North Island, moved to Oxford in 2005 to study
Commuters will have an extra high-speed train service to London when First Great Western implements new timetable changes, it was announced today. The new service from Oxford Railway Station to London Paddington will depart at 6.03am and arrive just
The Bodleian Library's controversial plan for a book depository in Osney Mead is to be looked at again. Just days after the £29m scheme was given the go-ahead, 14 city councillors have signed a petition to have the decision 'called-in'. The plans
A leading Oxford researcher has predicted that if women changed aspects of their lifestyle today thousands of cases of breast cancer could be prevented over 20 years. Reducing the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), maintaining a healthy bodyweight
Glamour model Danielle Lloyd posed on a pink sofa to help raise funds for the Oxfordshire charity Against Breast Cancer (ABC). Danielle was approached by ABC's Witney Fundraising Team to help promote the auction of a bespoke pink sofa manufactured and
Green campaigners in the county have won their bid to get a discount on bulk sales of low-energy light bulbs. Oxfordshire's Green Party group lobbied energy company Powergen to get the same deal as major supermarkets on the subsidised bulbs - allowing
Rob Dance, planning implementation manager of Oxfordshire County Council, refers to 100,000 cubic metres of waste dumped' at Waterstock Golf Club (Oxford Mail, September 22). Yet on the county council website, it says that in April 2000, this figure
I refer to your leader, Safer for everyone with CCTV (Oxford Mail, September 27). Forgive me, but do we not live in a democracy in this country - or have I misread the situation? The city's east area parliament which, I assume, is formed from duly elected
Just when it seemed as though there was light at the end of the tunnel with Oxford United's long-term injury list, they have been hit by another blow. Right wingback Eddie Anaclet injured medial ligaments in his knee during United's 1-1 draw at home
At first glance the groups of ballgown and tuxedo-clad revellers looked like any other ball or prom in Oxfordshire. But on closer inspection, cameras, lights and a megaphone-wielding director suggested otherwise. People from across the county donned
Young smoker Rosie Redpath said the ban on selling tobacco to under 18s won't stop her 10-a-day habit. From today, the legal age for buying cigarettes and tobacco products rises from 16 to 18. The Government's bid to crack down on smoking among the
Would-be property investors who have never had the cash to take the plunge, are being invited to buy an interest in a Headington flat for as little as £1. Online residential property exchange, the Property Investment Market.com is offering five apartments
Hi-tech company Oxonica, which made ten people redundant earlier this year, says it is poised to bounce back after losing a key contract. However, the company, an Oxford University spin-off which employs 22 staff at Begbroke Science Park and 28 in the
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Householders are hoping to put an end to rat-runners tearing along their residential streets. Moves to block off a well-used shortcut in Cowley, Oxford, have been described as "fantastic" by residents. People living in Phipps Road, Knolles Road, Boswell
A record number of runners raced around the grounds of Blenheim Palace - raising more money than ever for the fight against cancer. Almost 2,100 runners took part in the 10k race, netting £135,000 for Cancer Research UK. And even landowner the Duke
Hundreds of four by four enthusiasts got behind the wheel to test their skills - and raised more than £10,000 for two county charities. More than 300 drivers and 150 spectators descended on Dalton Barracks airfield, Abingdon, for the weekend-long Abingdon
These youngsters clearly wanted to be in the driving seat. An old fire engine proved to be one of the big attractions at Oxford Fire Brigade's annual open day and horticultural show in August, 1964. There was no lack of boys wanting to try their hand
A MAN who admitted two charges of indecent assault against a teenager has received a suspended sentence. Ian Gilbey, 48, of Mereland Road, Didcot, was given a three-month sentence - suspended for two years. At the time of the offence, Gilbey was licence
A BOY about 12 years old conned an elderly couple in their 80s by knocking on their door saying he was looking for his missing dog. They allowed him to come through their house and into the back garden in Green Lane, Woodstock, to carry out a distraction
A boy about 12-years-old conned an elderly couple in their 80s by knocking on their door saying he was looking for his missing dog. They allowed him to come through their house and into the back garden in Green Lane, Woodstock, to carry out a distraction
I HAVE just been listening to a rather daft wine feature on the radio. It was irritating on several counts. Firstly, there was a rather outrageous suggestion that at the £5 price bracket consumers should only buy their wines from the supermarkets,
Fans of Oxford's most famous band Radiohead will be able to choose how much to pay for the band's new album which is available for download on Wednesday, October 10. Instead of listing a price for the tracks on In Rainbows, the group's website simply
FANS of Oxford's most famous band Radiohead will be able to choose how much to pay for the band's new album which is available for download on Wednesday, October 10. Instead of listing a price for the tracks on In Rainbows, the group's website simply
POLICE arrested seven fans at Oxford United's game against York City at the Kassam Stadium yesterday. Claire Gourlay, a spokesman for Oxford Police, said it was not yet known if the fans were supporting Oxford United or York City. She added that the
Police arrested seven fans at Oxford United's game against York City at the Kassam Stadium yesterday. Claire Gourlay, a spokesman for Oxford Police, said it was not yet known if the fans were supporting Oxford United or York City. She added that the
Businessmen and accountants will be reaching for their leather trousers and guitars this weekend to live out their rock star fantasies in Kingston Bagpuize. The first of a series of rock schools will attempt to bring corporate entertainment and rock
WESTON-on-the Green racer Graham Fennymore edged to within a few points of claiming his second successive Avon Tyres Caterham Superlight Challenge championship title at the weekend thanks to a brace of masterful race victories at Rockingham Motor Speedway
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DAVID Neudegg, the chief executive of West Oxfordshire District Council, which was named one of the top ten authorities to work for in the UK, described the accolade as 'a testament to the dedication and commitment' of staff and councillors. Mr Neudegg
PARAMEDICS were called to the A415 at Frilford after a van overturned early today. No one was injured in the accident near the junction with the A338 at 5.45am.
Green campaigners in Oxfordshire have won their bid to obtain a discount on bulk sales of low-energy light bulbs. The county's Green Party group lobbied energy company Powergen to get the same deal as major supermarkets on the subsidised bulbs - allowing
Paramedics were called to the A415 at Frilford after a van overturned early today. No-one was injured in the accident near the junction with the A338 at 5.45am.
Now far be it from me to cast aspersions on the rather talented Angelina Jolie - but her latest role as Marina Pearl in A Mighty Heart has made me question her suitability for playing such characters. She is of course incredibly beautiful
BOMB disposal experts were called to a street in Shrivenham - only to find the suspect device was a doorstop. Townsend Road was closed off yesterday after reports that a Second World War shell had been found in the garden. On closer inspection,
FIREFIGHTERS and ambulance crews were called to Minster Road, Brize Norton, early on Saturday after a car overturned in a ditch. A 65-year-old man was trapped in his car for around half an hour while firefighters worked to free him. He was taken to
THOUSANDS of cheese lovers descended on an Oxfordshire farm for a celebration of British food. The Great British Cheese Festival, which took place at Milletts Farm, Frilford, over the weekend, proved to be a treat for the eyes, the nose, the tastebuds
TROOPS enjoyed emotional reunions with families and friends, after returning from a six-month tour of duty in Afghanistan. Twenty-seven members of 23 Pioneer Regiment returned to their base at St David's Barracks, Ambrosden, near Bicester, on Saturday
OXFORD Brookes University has released details of its series of public lectures for 2007/08. Those lined up to speak include Canon Lucy Winkett, Canon Precentor of St Paul's Cathedral in London, on Wednesday, October 24, and Jon Snow's last public
ROAD safety officers in Oxfordshire are today urging drivers to avoid a repeat of last year's massive death toll by driving safely during the last three months of the year. By October 1 last year, there had been 46 road deaths and the total number
AWARD-WINNING novelist Philip Pullman has warned that encroaching development is threatening Oxford's unique character. Mr Pullman, who lives in Cumnor and is the author of the His Dark Materials trilogy, spoke out while lending his support to campaigners
RESIDENTS in West Oxford are fighting back against drug dealers by taking mobile phone pictures of them doing deals - to give the photos to the police. Police admit that drug use has increased dramatically in the Botley Road and Osney area in the past
Harry Drewett received an award from Robert Baden Powell, founder of the Scout movement, for rescuing a boy from the Thames. But modestly, he said nothing to his family about his brave feat. Harry, then 12, was gardening near the canal at Wolvercote
Oxford Cheetahs finished their regular Conference League fixtures with an emphatic 55-37 win at Stoke Spitfires on Saturday night. Cheetahs were already assured of second place in the table heading into this fixture, but showed no mercy to the Spitfires
Clanfield 1 (Hamsher 76) Launton Spts 3 (Anderson 30, 68,74) PAUL Anderson's hat-trick gave Launton victory in Division 1 West on Saturday. Clanfield were left to rue three good chances which Dean Baker missed in the first half. Anderson opened
Hungerford Town 1 (Terry 87) Carterton 2 (Zoldan 55, Hutt 58) CARTERTON executed a smash-and-grab raid to stun Premier Divison high-fliers Hungerford in the ITALIA HELLENIC LEAGUE on Saturday. After defending stoutly for much of the game - with
Uxbridge 1 (Nicholls 33) Didcot Town 2 (Witt 9, Bartley 72) INJURY-HIT Didcot rode their luck to claim an impressive away win in Division 1 South & West on Saturday. With Scott Davis, Andy Parrott, Matty Jack and Paul Powell all missing, it was
Abingdon Utd 3 (Odhiambo 5, 41, Meade 44) Slough Town 0 ABINGDON United grabbed their first Division 1 South & West home win of the season when three first-half goals saw off once mighty non-league club Slough at Northcourt Road on Saturday. The
Brackley Town 2 (Spencer 80, Winters 90) Banbury Utd 1 (Kinch 29) A CONTROVERSIAL goal, scored while they had only ten men on the field following an injury, led to Banbury losing their fiercely-contested Premier Division derby clash at Brackley on
Oxford City 3 (Redknap 60, Anya 69, Gunn 74) Weston-super-Mare 4 (Holgate 31, Clark 32, 49, Grubb 76) OXFORD City bowed out of the FA Cup - but only after producing a remarkable comeback in an amazing tie at Court Place Farm on Saturday. Trailing
A TALK on the creation of Oxfordshire will be held at Churchill Village Hall on Wednesday. The talk, which will be led by local historian Tim Porter, will discuss the break-up of the Kingdom of Mercia. It costs £2.50 and proceeds will go towards
FOOTBALL BLUE SQUARE PREMIER Oxford Utd 1, York City 1. FA CUP 2nd qualifying round: Oxford City 3, Weston-super-Mare 4. BRITISH GAS BUSINESS SOUTHERN LEAGUE Premier Div: Brackley Tn 2, Banbury Utd 1. Div 1 South & West: Abingdon Utd 3, Slough
WRITER and broadcaster Christian Wolmar is giving an illustrated talk on the 'fire and steam' days of the railways at the town hall on October 16 at 7pm. Tickets are £5, from the town's Jaffe and Neale shop, in aid of the charity Railway Children
MCLAREN driver Lewis Hamilton admitted his victory at the Japanese Grand Prix was one of the hardest races of his life. The 22-year-old rookie produced a masterful drive in atrocious conditions at the Fuji Speedway to take a firm grip on the drivers
THIS year's annual Oxford Sleep Out, to raise money for the city's homeless charities, will take place in St Clement's Churchyard on Saturday, November 17. Each year people from across the city sleep outside to raise cash for homeless projects. And
AN Oxford learning disabilities charity got out the red carpet to celebrate its tenth anniversary. Instead of booking a conference room for its annual meeting, on Tuesday, the group My Life, My Choice - which helps people with learning disabilities
Award-winning novelist Philip Pullman has warned that encroaching development is threatening Oxford's unique character. Mr Pullman, who lives in Cumnor and is the author of the His Dark Materials trilogy, spoke out while lending his support to campaigners
Jim Smith blasted the mistake which cost Oxford United victory yesterday "a schoolboy error". Northern Irish defender Michael Corcoran ducked when a cross came over from his left, and Onome Sodje, behind him, was unmarked to head in a simple 80th-minute
Residents in West Oxford are fighting back against drug dealers by taking mobile phone pictures of them doing deals - to give the photos to the police. Police admit that drug use has increased dramatically in the Botley Road and Osney area in the past
