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Oxford-born actress Miriam Margolyes, 85, reveals turning down TV shows

The Oxford-born performer, who portrayed Professor Sprout across multiple entries in the film franchise based on J.K. Rowling's wizarding novels, made the disclosure during a recent interview. Margo...

Thames Water crews search for burst main after Witney homes left without water

Residents of Witney have experienced disruptions to their water supply following a suspected burst water main. Properties in the OX29 postcode area have been left without water entirely or have exper...

Oxford traffic filter trial begins September 28, replacing £5 charge

Oxford City Council will launch its traffic filter pilot programme on September 28, eliminating the previous option for motorists to pay a £5 fee to traverse the controlled zones. The new scheme supe...

Lowering boiler flow temperature to 60°C can save households around £79 a year

A small adjustment to a home heating system could lead to significant savings on gas expenditure without compromising comfort levels. A qualified gas safety professional has disclosed that reducing t...

Family of Dylan Delorie, 25, seeks overseas treatment for rare cancer

A Buckinghamshire resident in his mid-twenties received a devastating cancer diagnosis mere weeks after playing a central role in his mother's wedding celebrations. Dylan Delorie, who resides in High...

Thames Valley Police deploy DNA spray to tag e-bike and e-scooter riders

UK law enforcement agencies have deployed a new forensic tool to address the misuse of electric bicycles, electric scooters and motorcycles across the country. Forces including those operating in Oxf...

River Island to shut Longwell Green store on September 16

A British clothing retailer has announced another store closure as part of its ongoing transformation programme. River Island confirmed the shutdown of its outlet in Longwell Green, located just beyo...

Oxfordshire GP surgeries offer finger-prick cardiovascular checks

A network of GP practices is introducing unlimited heart health assessments as part of an ambitious new healthcare initiative. Unity Health, which manages five medical facilities located in Brill, Ch...

Unicorn School Abingdon celebrates GCSE success with top grades in nine subjects

A school in Abingdon is marking the achievements of its students following the release of GCSE examination results. The Unicorn School provides education for young people aged six to 18 who have dysl...

Harwell nuclear site marks 80 years as UK’s civil nuclear foundation

A facility that established the groundwork for Britain's civilian nuclear sector is commemorating eight decades of scientific accomplishment and technical advancement. The Harwell campus, currently o...

Oxfordshire data centre approval prompts power and water usage concerns

The green light given to one of Britain's most substantial data centre construction projects in a location previously affected by electricity supply disruptions has prompted demands for a halt to furt...

MasterChef host Anna Haugh to make Big Feastival debut at Cotswolds farm

Irish chef Anna Haugh is set to make her first appearance at the Big Feastival, describing shared meals as a fundamental source of meaning in life. The 45-year-old culinary professional, who operates...

19 tech company volunteers transform Oxford care home garden

A garden at a residential home in Oxford has been completely revamped following a volunteer effort. Nineteen helpers from AD Instruments, a global technology firm whose British base is in Abingdon, d...

Oxford’s Churchill Hospital celebrates 5,000 robotic surgery milestone

The Churchill Hospital in Oxford has reached a major milestone by completing its 5,000th robotic operation. The facility, which operates under Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, shared...

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Oxford-born actress Miriam Margolyes, 85, reveals turning down TV shows

The Oxford-born performer, who portrayed Professor Sprout across multiple entries in the film franchise based on J.K. Rowling's wizarding novels, made the disclosure during a recent interview. Margo...

Thames Water crews search for burst main after Witney homes left without water

Residents of Witney have experienced disruptions to their water supply following a suspected burst water main. Properties in the OX29 postcode area have been left without water entirely or have exper...

Rowan Cottage The Green, Grove, Wantage sold for £400,000 in July 2026

A detached property at Rowan Cottage The Green, Grove, Wantage, OX12 0AN sold for £400,000 on 17 July 2026, according to HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Across 44 detached property transactions recorded in postcode district OX12 during 2026, the median price paid was £472,500. This transaction was £72,500 below the m

Reading Blue Coat celebrates 380 years with scholarships and open days

Standing on the banks of the River Thames at Sonning, Reading Blue Coat occupies a 46-acre campus that has served as the institution's home since the late 1940s. The school traces its origins to 1646...