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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Christian Horner opens up on 'phenomenal' next move in F1
Christian Horner has opened up on his potential next move in Formula 1 after leaving Red Bull and links to Ferrari.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:55:00 +0100
Countryfile legend John Craven is haunted by funeral pyres
Countryfile legend John Craven has described the foot and mouth outbreak which hit the UK in 2001 as one of his most memorable moments
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:43:01 +0100
F1 announce controversial return to Africa in 'landmark' 10-year deal
Rwanda has signed a 10-year deal to bring Formula 1 racing back to Africa in the early 2030s for the first time since 1993.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Transport boss fears 'child could be killed' amid Oxford traffic row
"Is she prepared for a child to be killed or injured?" questions Oxfordshire's transport boss as he slams the city council's leader in an escalation of a traffic row.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:10:00 +0100
UK fashion giant shares fall after 'cyber attack'
H&M has said it is investigating claims it was targeted by a cybercriminal last week, it has been reported
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Mon, 12 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0100
The best pubs run by famous landlords
TV star Jeremy Clarkson has enjoyed success running his own pub in west Oxfordshire
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
No speed limit changes or work planned for ‘dangerous’ road after fatal crash
The council is not planning any resurfacing work or further work on the road after a fatal crash on the A4074 on Sunday.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Celebrity TV chef spotted dining at cosy Cotswolds restaurant
A celebrity TV chef has been spotted dining at a cosy restaurant in the Cotswolds, over the Oxfordshire border.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:22:00 +0100
BBC shelves Amanda Holden and Alan Carr TV show after four series
The BBC has shelves a beloved Amanda Holden and Alan Carr restoration show after four series.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:22:39 +0100
Over 20 community groups and trade unions plan 'anti-racist' Oxford march
Oxfordshire Stand Up To Racism and around 20 other groups have announced an 'anti-racist' march in Oxford.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:31:45 +0100
Named and serving police officer charged with multiple Oxford sexual assaults
Thames Valley Police has revealed that one of its employees has been charged with multiple counts of sexual assault.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
The Cotswolds staycation for fans of BBC hit show The Traitors
Fans of the hit BBC show The Traitors can enjoy a themed staycation experience in the Cotswolds.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Christian Horner admits feeling 'robbed' watching Verstappen's Red Bull win
Christian Horner has spoken of his regret at missing Max Verstappen’s latest F1 success, saying he feels “robbed” after being sacked by Red Bull.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Motorist, 45, sent to court after speeding in 5mph offence
A motorist was sent to court after being caught speeding in a 5mph offence just outside of Oxford..
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
UK high street favourite on brink of administration collapse
A UK high street favourite is reportedly on the brink of a collapse into administration, according to a union.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:25:12 +0100
Vehicle crime crackdown sees 10 arrested by Oxfordshire police
Thames Valley Police has revealed that it made 10 arrests in a vehicle crime crackdown conducted across the region over several days.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Jeremy Clarkson 'extremely p****d off' with TV star sparking 'profuse apology'
A TV star has revealed that Jeremy Clarkson was "extremely p****d off" with them, leading to a "profuse apology" being issued.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:33:21 +0100
Update after Oxford elderly lady struck by cyclist left with broken rib
Thames Valley Police has released an update after a photo appeal following an incident which saw an Oxford lady left with a broken rib.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Mary Berry, 91, opens up on her marriage after retirement home joy
Bake Off legend Dame Mary Berry has opened up on her marriage after previously experiencing joy at an Oxfordshire retirement home.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Queen Camilla 'weeps' after 'off-putting' King Charles behaviour
Queen Camilla has revealed that she sometimes "weeps" after "off-putting" behaviour by King Charles.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Andrew 'insists on Duke title in private' reports say
Despite being stripped of his royal titles by the King, the disgraced Duke of York reportedly insists on being addressed as "Sir" or "Duke" in private.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Demolition work starts for £100m Oxford city centre regeneration scheme
Demolition work has begun for a £100m regeneration project in Oxford city centre.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Harry and Meghan 'haven't seen the King since Cotswolds move'
Despite returning to the UK and settling in the Cotswolds, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not met with King Charles III since their relocation.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Major UK retailer in administration as 'significant' number affected
All jobs are at risk after a major UK retailer collapsed into administration.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
New documentary shines light on Tolkien and CS Lewis's lifelong friendship
A new documentary is set to explore the friendship between JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis during their time at Oxford University.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:31:47 +0100
Ex-church warden could not murder lecturer by giving whisky, Supreme Court told
A former church warden whose conviction for the murder of a university lecturer at an Oxford trial was overturned could not have legally caused his death by giving whisky with or without a sedative, the Supreme Court has been told.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:30:00 +0100
Miriam Margolyes and UK comedy legends make demand to Andy Burnham
Miriam Margolyes and British comedy legends have made a demand of UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:40:08 +0100
Manhunt for 38-year-old wanted in connection with 11 offences
A man is wanted by police in connection with a series of thefts across Oxfordshire.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:41:37 +0100
Teenager caught doing wheelies by police
A teenager has been issued a warning by police after reportedly riding a motorcycle in an anti-social manner.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
3,880 North Oxfordshire homes and businesses get full fibre four months early
More than 3,800 rural homes and businesses have been connected to full fibre broadband four months ahead of schedule.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Lack of compassion': Trader nearly loses market pitch after sick-day row
A vintage vinyl dealer nearly quit his Gloucester Green Market pitch of 15 years after a dispute with management over a sick day.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Named paedophile, 35, found with almost 3,000 indecent images of children
A man was found with almost 3,000 indecent images of children.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council claims outdoor city market 'thriving' despite concerns
Oxford City Council has released headlines from a new independent survey of traders in Gloucester Green Market, claiming it is 'thriving'.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
5 recent drink drivers named and shamed
Here are 5 drink drivers in Oxfordshire who have been named and shamed:
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Scales of Justice: Eight recent Oxfordshire cases heard in magistrates' court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court:
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0100
80s singing legend outlines desire to join Celebrity Traitors
An 80s singing legend has outlined a desire to join The Celebrity Traitors.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for major 240-home development on former landfill site move forward
A consultation has closed on Oxford City Council's plans for 240 homes at Redbridge Paddock, a former landfill site opposite Redbridge Park and Ride in Oxford
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Plans for new empanada café in former Oxford Pret A Manger
Plans for Changos Empanada cafe have been shared for the vacant Oxford city centre site of a former Pret A Manger.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Silver band delights audience with famous TV advert hits at concert
Bletchingdon Silver Band entertained audiences with famous TV advert songs, a music quiz and prizes during its popular 'As Seen On TV' concert near Bicester.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Dog dubbed 'Viagra boy' hailed as miracle after promising health boost
Dijon, an abandoned dog rescued by Bicester Vets and dubbed 'Viagra boy' has been hailed a miracle after Viagra improves his health condition ahead of surgery.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
BBC Celebrity Traitors producer reveals secret behind show's success
The producer of BBC's hit show Celebrity Traitors has revealed the secret behind the programme's success as viewing figures top 10 million and Tom Cruise emerges as his dream contestant.
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Mon, 12 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Oxfordshire pub devastated by blaze reopens in new location
An Oxfordshire pub that was devastated by a fire earlier this summer has reopened in a new location.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
County council wants 'explanation' after congestion charge sign left in street
Oxfordshire Council has said it is seeking an "explanation" after congestion charge signage was left in a street following its end.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Anglian Water plans to remove huge 19m hedgerow in sewage works upgrades
A huge 19-metre section of hedgerow could be removed at Ardley sewage treatment works near the M40 as part of Anglian Water upgrades aimed at cutting river pollution.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Oxfordshire angler lands record-breaking 124lb catfish
An Angler is believed to have set a county record after catching a ginormous catfish in an Oxfordshire lake.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:40:00 +0100
Burnham's early release scheme frees 600 more prisoners
Hundreds more prisoners are being released early across England and Wales under the Government’s emergency scheme.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
£7bn East West Rail line to welcome passenger trains for one weekend
The first passengers to travel on the new East West Rail line will not be on the train company initially thought to be using the line.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Major UK clothing brands targeted in new cyberattack
The owner of three major UK high street giants, with multiple stores in Oxfordshire, has been hit by a cyber attack.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Witney 20mph scheme faces fresh consultation after four years
Oxfordshire County Council are consulting with councillors on the 20mph speed limit that was widely introduced in Witney in 2022.
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Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0100
New premium product backed by MasterChef winner announced at Oxford chippy
The Oxford fish and chip shop has been announced as one of the first UK places to sell the product which is backed by a BBC MasterChef winner.
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Last updated by System Admin on 27th August, 2018