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Central obelisk planned for fresh public space development in Oxfordshire

A tall stone monument is set to become the focal point of an important civic area. It will occupy the central position in the marketplace at the Park View scheme in Woodstock, which will shortly bear...
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Law enforcement officers respond to community college after incident

Thames Valley Police responded rapidly to a disturbance at a secondary school in Oxfordshire. Officers received word of a public order incident at Faringdon Community College on Thursday, May 21. A ...

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Central obelisk planned for fresh public space development in Oxfordshire

A tall stone monument is set to become the focal point of an important civic area. It will occupy the central position in the marketplace at the Park View scheme in Woodstock, which will shortly bear...
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Law enforcement officers respond to community college after incident

Thames Valley Police responded rapidly to a disturbance at a secondary school in Oxfordshire. Officers received word of a public order incident at Faringdon Community College on Thursday, May 21. A ...
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Cotswold town providing free 10-hour parking this bank holiday weekend

Burford, a charming market town nestled in the Oxfordshire section of the Cotswolds, is providing complimentary parking throughout the upcoming bank holiday weekend, with visitors able to leave their ...
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Local chemist’s back in business after surprise shutdown

A chemist in Oxford has resumed operations after an unforeseen three-month shutdown necessitated by urgent construction work. The Allied Pharmacy branch on Henley Avenue in Iffley informed customers ...
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Park plans face ongoing three-year fight in Oxford

More than three years after initial plans were put forward, controversy continues over a proposed residential scheme on a popular Oxford green space, with law enforcement officials warning the locatio...
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Officers spot two large reptiles during routine city patrol

Officers from Thames Valley Police encountered two large snakes while on routine patrol in the centre of Oxford. PC Moore and PC Galbraith were carrying out their duties in the city on Thursday after...
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Major UK charity collapses owing £430k as staff jobs disappear

A prominent British charitable organisation has ceased operations with approximately £430,000 in debts and the loss of all staff positions after a representative indicated sustainable operations were ...
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Foreign visitors driving surge in Cotswolds tourism

Research indicates that interest in holidays to the Cotswolds has increased significantly worldwide. Figures released by the tourism firm Holiday Lodges show that each month brings more than 4.2 mill...
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Residents demand answers as mystery leak persists for months

An unexplained water escape on a road in Oxford has persisted for around three months, with both the water provider and the local authority apparently making no effort to resolve the matter. A pool o...
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Oxford’s first distillery set for historic return to original location in 2025

Oxford's inaugural distillery is preparing to move back to its former location following a two-year closure, with the business confirming intentions to resume operations next year. The Oxford Artisan...
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Oxford council closes three flats due to drug activity concerns

Oxford City Council has secured closure order extensions for three residential properties in Oxford following collaboration with Thames Valley Police to address reports of antisocial conduct and illeg...
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Neighbourhood police ask residents to share views in yearly poll

Wantage and Grove's local policing unit has begun its yearly consultation exercise. The fresh questionnaire is collecting opinions from residents across the region, spanning from East Challow through...

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Remote workers seek refuge in cafes as temperatures soar

Air-conditioned coffee shops and restaurants have emerged as a crucial resource for people working remotely during the current heatwave conditions. With this in mind, the Oxford Mail has assembled a ...
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Count Binface, Oxford graduate, enters Clacton race against Nigel Farage

A candidate linked to Oxford University is preparing to take on Nigel Farage in the Clacton by-election. The Reform UK leader declared on Tuesday July 7 that he would stand down as a member of parlia...
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Fans rally as Richard Branson shares emotional message

Supporters of Richard Branson have come together after the businessman posted a heartfelt tribute online. The 75-year-old tycoon was well known for owning the Mill House property in Kidlington. He re...
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Ex-student leader convicted of serious misconduct over racist comments

A former student officer with Thames Valley Police has been found to have committed gross misconduct after making discriminatory and racist remarks targeting immigrants and Muslims. James Wood, who c...

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