Andrew Elias, from Frilford Heath, helped the Wales boys team to their first-ever victory over Ireland in the Cardigan Cup Elis played a full part in Wales's win at the Rosslare GC in County Wexford. In his two singles matches, he won 3 and 2 against
A cancer-fighting drug developed in Oxford has been approved as a new treatment for leukaemia patients. The medicine, known commercially as Campath, will now be used by doctors in America to treat people suffering from chronic lymphocytic leukaemia -
Officials at Oxfordshire County Council have been praised for reopening footpaths quickly after the foot and mouth crisis. Government environment minister Beverley Hughes said councils across the country were keeping a large majority of paths closed with
The new headteacher of Wallingford School is to be Jerry Owens, the current head at Langtree School in Woodcote. Wallingford School's governors selected Mr Owens from a shortlist of eight candidates of six men and two women. Chairman of governors Graham
The new headteacher of Wallingford School is to be Jerry Owens, the current head at Langtree School in Woodcote. Wallingford School's governors selected Mr Owens from a shortlist of eight candidates of six men and two women. Chairman of governors Graham
A no secrecy pledge has been given over the new system of government adopted by South Oxfordshire District Council. Jan MorganJan Morgan is leader of the current council. She is expected to be elected leader of the Cabinet when it takes over in June.
The future of Cholsey post office looks secure after a potential buyer read of its plight in the local press. The vital village amenity had been set to close at the end of May following the retirement of the current sub-postmaster Eddie Kinch. Despite
Police are looking into the theft of power tools taken from a van parked in Cassington Road.
Residents enjoyed an afternoon of fun on Bank Holiday Monday. A Christian community initiative called The Noise - backed by Witney Community Church - ran a barbecue, children's games, face-painting and a bouncy castle at Burwell recreation ground for
A village nursery is hoping favourite dishes will prove a recipe for success. People in Little Milton, near Thame, are being asked to provide recipes for main meals, sweets and savouries which will be collected and published as a book. Proceeds will go
Youngsters have worked up a sweat by testing out their village's new £60,000 adventure playground. The fully-equipped playground in Long Hanborough, near Woodstock, has been built after a four-year fundraising appeal by villagers. The ribbon was cut by
Champion bare-knuckle prize fighter Jamie Figg is to be remembered in a new street name. He was the British champion in the early 1900s and fought all over the country. He used to stand on the Long Crendon Road into Thame, challenging all comers to a
A tree surgeon has been sentenced after he admitted damaging trees in a conservation area. Lawrence Pullen, of Parkside, Cuddesdon, was given a 12-month conditional discharge and ordered to pay costs of £425.50 by Thame magistrates. He was prosecuted
The classic horror story of Dracula is being prepared for the stage. But amid the bloodthirstiness, there will be plenty of laughs in a one-off production by a group which puts the emphasis on having fun in the theatre. Members of Wild - We Injoy Loadsa
Two men have died in road accidents in the Thame area. A 63-year-old Thame man died at the wheel of his classic car after a collision with a cyclist last night. After the crash, the Triumph Stag went into a ditch and through a fence next to Meadowcroft
Haddenham Parish Council member Angela Hart is following in her father's footsteps. She was a member of the council, then vice-chairman and has now been elected chairman. Her father, the late Bill Rose, was chairman in the 1980s. Enid Robinson, landlady
Metallurgist Dr Colin Baker has died at the wheel of his classic car after a collision with a cyclist. He was within yards of his home in Griffin Road when the accident happened in Towersey Road, Thame. After the collision, his 1972 blue Triumph Stag
Pippa Robinson is hitting the heights to help the elderly. She is the scheme manager at Lee Court old people's flats in Wellington Street, Thame. Pippa is preparing to abseil down the tallest block to publicise a campaign to highlight sheltered housing
A no secrecy pledge has been given over the new system of government adopted by South Oxfordshire District Council. Jan MorganJan Morgan is leader of the current council. She is expected to be elected leader of the Cabinet when it takes over in June.
Oxford City moved into second place in Division 1 of the Shaw and Co Oxfordshire Foursomes League with a 2-1 victory over Lyneham at Southfield. City's winning pairs were John Summers and Clive Bowler, and Dave Summers and John Stevens, both of whom won
Excitement is mounting with the British Grand Prix, being held for the first time at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium, just over four weeks away. Interest in the event grows by the day and many people are still after tickets and transport to the event. Tickets
Andrew Elias, from Frilford Heath, helped the Wales boys team to their first-ever victory over Ireland in the Cardigan Cup Elis played a full part in Wales's win at the Rosslare GC in County Wexford. In his two singles matches, he won 3 and 2 against
Supersonic Sunday capped a fine debut season by capturing the Autotype UTV League Alan Alder Invitation Trophy thanks to two late goals which beat fellow Division 3A outfit The Vine. Man-of-the-match Lee Fuller broke the deadlock in the 70th minute. Almost
Newly-crowned Morrells Oxford Sunday League Premier Division champions Star Royal took a step nearer to the double with a 2-0 win over Wolvercote in the Presidents Cup semi-final. Star took the lead after 25 minutes when Neil Drewitt fired home from 20
Police are no nearer discovering what caused a gas explosion at a house in Bicester on Monday night. Andrew Rushton, a 36-year-old father-of-five, was seriously injured in the blast and is still being treated for severe facial burns in the John Radcliffe
Bicester mark 50 years of playing at The Garth with a celebration match against English Bowling Association president Dennis Grint's team next Thursday (2.30). The club, which was founded in 1862, originally played on a green behind the King's Head in
Top marks were given in all six areas of learning - group activities, vocabulary, numbers, science, good quality teaching and music and movement. However, the inspectors said the playgroup needed to improve ways information on education provision and
A 22-year-old man sent his former girlfriend threatening and obscene text messages on her mobile phone because he couldn't come to terms with their break-up, a court heard. Paul Howlett, of Buckingham Road, Bicester, sent the messages to Samantha Cox
Oxford C won their opening Inter-Area match 3-2 at home to Northampton. Alan Lowe set Oxford on the way with a 4,300-1,720 success. Northants hit back to take the next two games, before Billy Hill (4,990-4,670) and Dave Rose (5,710-1,750) completed a
Oxford City pipped Quarry Rovers 1-0 in the John Byles Memorial Trophy semi-final. Humphrey found himself in space to smash home the decisive goal after 15 minutes. Quarry battled hard for an equaliser, but City's defence held firm. Now City face Garden
Holders Launton take on Mansfield Road in a repeat of last year's Oxfordshire Women's Cup final at North Leigh on Sunday (5pm).
The members of Bicester Golf and Country Club came out in force to honour their retiring professional - and future president - Jack Wilkshire on Monday. Wilkshire, who last month gave up the pro's job at what was previous known as Chesterton GC, after
Bicester mark 50 years of playing at The Garth with a celebration match against English Bowling Association president Dennis Grint's team next Thursday (2.30). The club, which was founded in 1862, originally played on a green behind the King's Head in
The Body Shop will be hosting an evening of celebration, with prizes and special offers, at Didcot Town Football Club on Tuesday, May 22, at 8pm, to celebrate its 25th anniversary. To reserve a place, call Vanessa on 01235 814781.
A street collection in Didcot on May 4 raised £172.00 for the Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary in Brightwell-cum-Sotwell, near Wallingford. Didcot's Friday and Saturday market stallholders also gave a £50 cheque to the charity. The sanctuary would like to
A spring craft fair will take place at Hagbourne School and Village Hall in East Hagbourne, near Didcot, on Sunday, May 20, from 11.30am to 4.30pm. A range of crafts, including lace, engraved glassware, decoupage, jewellery, pottery and ceramics, along
A free opportunity to try a range of health and education activities is offer during Adult Learners Week, from May 12 to 18. Free tickets can be claimed for sessions including aromatherapy, exercise to music, first aid for your baby, painting and drawing
A family barn dance will be held at Didcot power station social club on Saturday, from 8pm, to celebrate the formation of the 12th Didcot Sea Scout group, formerly the Isis part of the 23rd Sea Scout Group. Tickets are £5 for adults and £2.50 for children
Little Wittenham nature reserve will be open to the public at the weekend after a two-and-a-half month closure due to foot and mouth disease restrictions. Round Hill will remain closed to avoid any potential risk to livestock grazing there, but restrictions
A no secrecy pledge has been given over the new system of government adopted by South Oxfordshire District Council. Jan MorganJan Morgan is leader of the current council. She is expected to be elected leader of the Cabinet when it takes over in June.
Wallingford will be surrounded by music again this summer as the Music at St Peter's series of summer concerts launches its 16th year. Organised by Chameleon Arts, the concerts range from the Martinu String Quartet, from Prague, to the Oxford Pro Musica
A thief snatched a woman's handbag from her car while she was held up in traffic in Banbury town centre. A scruffily-dressed man approached the 79-year-woman's car in Calthorpe Street on Tuesday and asked for directions to the local Argos store. As she
A 15-year-old girl managed to fight off a gang of youths who indecently assaulted and attempted to rape her. The attack took place in Banbury during the early hours of Sunday, April 29, but was not reported to police until a week later. The girl, who
Luxury car-maker Jaguar has taken advance orders worth about £100m for its new X-type model, which goes on sale later this month. Seen as the most important car in the company's history, the X-type is the first model to be produced at the former Ford
Oxford City pipped Quarry Rovers 1-0 in the John Byles Memorial Trophy semi-final. Humphrey found himself in space to smash home the decisive goal after 15 minutes. Quarry battled hard for an equaliser, but City's defence held firm. Now City face Garden
Golf results check from around the county HADDEN HILL Ecology Cup: 1 K Walker 43pts. Captain's Farewell Competition (men's pairs stableford): 1 J Beickel & P Whiting. Captains Drive-in competition: 1 K Walker, Sylvia Barnard, R Hey 105pts, 2 M Morley
JT/FOX Oxford Cheetahs take on a different look for their Elite League Knockout Cup tie against Eastbourne at the Stadium tomorrow. Brian Anderson New averages come into play for the match and Knockout Cup rules also allow teams to name their top five
War is about to break out in the centre of Abingdon - much to the delight of the town's youngsters. Oxfordshire County Council is teaming up with war games specialist company, Games Workshop, to organise an afternoon of battles at the Charter Library
ONLINE travel shop lastminute.com has offered hope to beleaguered investors by predicting its core business would be profitable within a year. The forecast came as lastminute, founded by Oxford graduates Martha Lane Fox and Brent Hoberman, reported a
The Government's new banking service, to be run through post offices, moved a step closer with the announcement that the UK's main banks had agreed to back the scheme. Trade and Industry Secretary Stephen Byers said the banks had agreed to contribute
Fertility tests for women are now available via their GPs, thanks to an Oxfordshire biotechnology firm. Oxford Bio-Innovation, based in Heyford Park, Upper Heyford, is the world's only supplier of the pioneering Inhibin B test. The test, nicknamed the
Extra police phone lines, set up to field calls during the Ross Doyle inquiry, are to be kept open until Monday in the hope that vital witnesses will come forward. A reward of £10,000 is on offer to anyone who helps convict the car thieves who knocked
Officials at Oxfordshire County Council have been praised for reopening footpaths quickly after the foot and mouth crisis. Government environment minister Beverley Hughes said councils across the country were keeping a large majority of paths closed with
Life is a constant chore for an Oxford family which is today celebrating the 10th anniversary of its cleaning firm. Sue Brightman, 47, set up Chores of Headington, in 1991, from a back bedroom at her home in Goodson Walk, Marston, and her husband Trevor
Parents have won a High Court battle over the £16,800 annual cost of sending their deaf son to a specialist school. Oxfordshire County Council insisted the educational needs of the 15 year-old boy - who cannot be named - can be met at a fraction of the
A young girl from Oxford plays a part in a new BBC TV series that began last night. Hollie Cozier-Puttock, aged three, of Fox Crescent, south Oxford, beat 20 other children to win the part of baby Nel in the new show Residents.. Staff at the Rocking Horse
A fast-track heart clinic launched to get patients immediate appointments has built up a six-week waiting list in just five months and is slowing down an entire cardiac department. The Rapid Access Chest Pain Clinic was set up at John Radcliffe Hospital
Oriental food and Origami were the order of the day at a Japanese children's day on Tuesday. The event at Donnington Doorstep Family Centre, Oxford, was the latest in a series of events celebrating the different cultural backgrounds of families which
Volunteers are being sought for a new scheme to help young people in custody. The Appropriate Adult Volunteer Service sends workers to police stations to support youngsters under the age of 17 when their parent or carer is unavailable. Project supervisor
Mark Wright, Oxford United's new manager, is not a man to be messed with. That became clear at yesterday's press conference, when chairman Firoz Kassam announced the successor to David Kemp. And it will become evident to the United players who thought
The classic horror story of Dracula is being prepared for the stage. But amid the bloodthirstiness, there will be plenty of laughs in a one-off production by a group which puts the emphasis on having fun in the theatre. Members of Wild - We Injoy Loadsa
Adventurers are being invited to get in shape and take up a life-saving challenge by trekking up the slopes of Kenya's Mount Kilimanjaro next year on behalf of the the Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow Trust charity. Only 20 places are available on the February
Abingdon Youth are the toast of the town after achieving a terrific treble. A comfortable 2-0 victory over Littlemore saw Abingdon lift the Oxford Mail Boys League Under 14 Cup, with goals from Scott Drewett and Chaz Talboys. And it came after they had
Little Wittenham nature reserve will be open to the public at the weekend after a two-and-a-half month closure due to foot and mouth disease restrictions. Round Hill will remain closed to avoid any potential risk to livestock grazing there, but restrictions
Farmers' markets are returning to west Oxfordshire following the relaxation of foot and mouth controls. Carterton, Chipping Norton and Witney are hosting monthly events throughout the summer, beginning with a market at Witney's Church Green on May 17.
War is about to break out in the centre of Abingdon - much to the delight of the town's youngsters. Oxfordshire County Council is teaming up with war games specialist company, Games Workshop, to organise an afternoon of battles at the Charter Library
The head of an Oxford middle school has attacked an upper school for claiming that 75 per cent of its pupils are well below expected targets when they arrive. Martin Thomas, headteacher of Temple Cowley Middle School, Oxford, is fuming at the claims made
Little Wittenham nature reserve will be open to the public at the weekend after a two-and-a-half month closure due to foot and mouth disease restrictions. Round Hill will remain closed to avoid any potential risk to livestock grazing there, but restrictions
Wallingford will be surrounded by music again this summer as the Music at St Peter's series of summer concerts launches its 16th year. Organised by Chameleon Arts, the concerts range from the Martinu String Quartet, from Prague, to the Oxford Pro Musica
Wheelchair users have spoken out about Wallingford's "absolutely atrocious" disabled access. They say the historic town centre is nothing short of an obstacle course and are calling for urgent improvements to help people with disabilities. Stroke victim
Town councillors have agreed to use £5,000 from this year's budget for providing Christmas lights in the town centre.
The Bird in Hand pub on the corner of Lower Road and Station Road can be converted to a house. The plan by owners Greene King, which was supported by the parish council, has been approved by South Oxfordshire District Council.
Farmers' markets are returning to west Oxfordshire following the relaxation of foot and mouth controls. Carterton, Chipping Norton and Witney are hosting monthly events throughout the summer, beginning with a market at Witney's Church Green on May 17.
A guinea pig who sired more than 30 youngsters has acquired super-stud status. Magnus, pictured with Blue Cross animal welfare assistant Sue Main, took a fancy to all eight females left alone with him in a garden pen. The whole tribe is being cared for
A teacher accused of indecently assaulting a 19-year-old woman has told a jury the woman made her story up. Maths teacher John Howard, 49, of Hastings Hill, Churchill, near Chipping Norton, denies a single charge of indecent assault. He told Oxford Crown
Ramraiders got away with a haul of antique carpets valued at around £150,000. Up to six thieves are believed to have carried out the carefully-planned strike at the shop in Burford a few minutes after midnight on Tuesday. They attached a wooden scaffolding
More than £1,100 raised to help children in Albania will soon be on its way. The money has languished in a Thame bank since the charity it was meant for - Care Albania - ceased to operate. But it will now go to help fund a children's hospital there. It
Watermans B, the Morrells Oxford League Section 2 champions, upset Section 1 winners Masons Arms 4-1 in the Alan Wilmer Team Knockout semi-final. Tony Williams defeated Alan Lowe 3,420-1,990 and Graham Moon swept aside Dave Rose 4,640-2,020 in the opening
The members of Bicester Golf and Country Club came out in force to honour their retiring professional - and future president - Jack Wilkshire on Monday. Wilkshire, who last month gave up the pro's job at what was previous known as Chesterton GC, after
Golf results check from around the county HADDEN HILL Ecology Cup: 1 K Walker 43pts. Captain's Farewell Competition (men's pairs stableford): 1 J Beickel & P Whiting. Captains Drive-in competition: 1 K Walker, Sylvia Barnard, R Hey 105pts, 2 M Morley
JT/FOX Oxford Cheetahs take on a different look for their Elite League Knockout Cup tie against Eastbourne at the Stadium tomorrow. Brian Anderson New averages come into play for the match and Knockout Cup rules also allow teams to name their top five
New information pages have been added to Cherwell District Council's website. Details of leisure, jobs, and air quality are now available to people who log on at www.cherwell-dc.gov.uk The site now carries information on all services offered by the council
Watermans B, the Morrells Oxford League Section 2 champions, upset Section 1 winners Masons Arms 4-1 in the Alan Wilmer Team Knockout semi-final. Tony Williams defeated Alan Lowe 3,420-1,990 and Graham Moon swept aside Dave Rose 4,640-2,020 in the opening
Newly-crowned Morrells Oxford Sunday League Premier Division champions Star Royal took a step nearer to the double with a 2-0 win over Wolvercote in the Presidents Cup semi-final. Star took the lead after 25 minutes when Neil Drewitt fired home from 20
Police are no nearer discovering what caused a gas explosion at a house in Bicester on Monday night. Andrew Rushton, a 36-year-old father-of-five, was seriously injured in the blast and is still being treated for severe facial burns in the John Radcliffe
Firefighters from Banbury and Deddington were called to the McDonald's drive-through restaurant in Ruscote Avenue to deal with a small fire in a downstairs toilet.
Tutors from the Open University will be on hand at the library in Marlborough Road on Saturday, May 19, to chat to people about their learning aspirations as part of Adult Learners' Week.
Vauxhall Motors is gearing up for its second national Independence Week campaign by launching a new section on its website. www.vauxhall.co.uk/independenceweek will offer information for disabled people and their families. Visitors will be able to find
Audi is fitting a 12-cylinder petrol engine into the A8 to make it the world's most powerful production saloon. The 6.0-litre, 48-valve unit has a W-cylinder layout and a mighty 420 horsepower output, creating a new flagship A8 model - the A8 L 6.0 quattro
Drivers are being urged to prepare for summer by carrying out a few basic checks on their cars. Paul Brayley, franchise director at Johnsons Honda, said: "Better weather conditions encourage drivers to spend more time on the roads, and with Bank Holiday
Volkswagen has launched two high-performance versions of its new Beetle, the 1.8T and V5. With the same 150 horsepower 1.8-litre turbocharged engine found in the Golf GTI 1.8T, Bora, Passat and Sharan, the 1.8T costs from £15,445 on the road. The V5 is
First division Haddenham A overpowered Division 3 champions Haddenham B to win the Oxford and District Handicap Shield final. The B string were given a 150-point start, but the handicap proved to be nowhere near enough as the A team wiped out the deficit
Aaron Dixey hit a hat-trick, including two penalties, as Easington Sports beat Enstone Sports 4-1 in the replayed Giles Sports Witney Boys League Under 16 Cup final. George Slatter pulled one back for Enstone, but Mike Springham made the game safe for
Abingdon Youth are the toast of the town after achieving a terrific treble. A comfortable 2-0 victory over Littlemore saw Abingdon lift the Oxford Mail Boys League Under 14 Cup, with goals from Scott Drewett and Chaz Talboys. And it came after they had
Supersonic Sunday capped a fine debut season by capturing the Autotype UTV League Alan Alder Invitation Trophy thanks to two late goals which beat fellow Division 3A outfit The Vine. Man-of-the-match Lee Fuller broke the deadlock in the 70th minute. Almost
Almost every man or boy has fantasised at some stage in his life about owning a motorbike. There is little that can beat the romantic image of cruising on the back of a lean machine with no particular place to go. But the human cost of this country's
Online travel shop lastminute.com has offered hope to beleaguered investors by predicting its core business would be profitable within a year. The forecast came as lastminute, founded by Oxford graduates Martha Lane Fox and Brent Hoberman, reported a
Visually impaired Michael Jackman is just one of the volunteers who has been roped into plunging nearly 100ft for charity on Sunday, June 10. Michael JackmanTo raise money for the Royal National Institution for the Blind, Mr Jackman will abseil down the
Oriental food and Origami were the order of the day at a Japanese children's day on Tuesday. The event at Donnington Doorstep Family Centre, Oxford, was the latest in a series of events celebrating the different cultural backgrounds of families which
A debate featuring controversial historian David Irving at the Oxford Union - first opposed by the Oxford Mail - has been cancelled. There were fears that his appearance before the famed society would lead to clashes between his far right supporters and
Visually impaired Michael Jackman is just one of the volunteers who has been roped into plunging nearly 100ft for charity on Sunday, June 10. Michael JackmanTo raise money for the Royal National Institution for the Blind, Mr Jackman will abseil down the
A 22-year-old man sent his former girlfriend threatening and obscene text messages on her mobile phone because he couldn't come to terms with their break-up, a court heard. Paul Howlett, of Buckingham Road, Bicester, sent the messages to Samantha Cox
A determined opponent of plans to convert the Oxford prison and castle site into a luxury hotel development says Oxonians worldwide should rally to the cause. Edwin Townsend-Coles, a former chairman of the Oxford Civic Society, said there was still a
Sobell House Hospice has received a boost to its Raising the Roof campaign thanks to a £400 gift from the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) at Harwell. The hospice is now £100,000 short of its £3.7m fundraising target to rebuild and modernise
Aaron Dixey hit a hat-trick, including two penalties, as Easington Sports beat Enstone Sports 4-1 in the replayed Giles Sports Witney Boys League Under 16 Cup final. George Slatter pulled one back for Enstone, but Mike Springham made the game safe for
The head of an Oxford middle school has attacked an upper school for claiming that 75 per cent of its pupils are well below expected targets when they arrive. Martin Thomas, headteacher of Temple Cowley Middle School, Oxford, is fuming at the claims made
A determined opponent of plans to convert the Oxford prison and castle site into a luxury hotel development says Oxonians worldwide should rally to the cause. Edwin Townsend-Coles, a former chairman of the Oxford Civic Society, said there was still a
First division Haddenham A overpowered Division 3 champions Haddenham B to win the Oxford and District Handicap Shield final. The B string were given a 150-point start, but the handicap proved to be nowhere near enough as the A team wiped out the deficit
A spring craft fair will take place at Hagbourne School and Village Hall in East Hagbourne, near Didcot, on Sunday, May 20, from 11.30am to 4.30pm. A range of crafts, including lace, engraved glassware, decoupage, jewellery, pottery and ceramics, along
A family barn dance will be held at Didcot power station social club on Saturday, from 8pm, to celebrate the formation of the 12th Didcot Sea Scout group, formerly the Isis part of the 23rd Sea Scout Group. Tickets are £5 for adults and £2.50 for children
A young girl from Oxford plays a part in a new BBC TV series that began last night. Hollie Cozier-Puttock, aged three, of Fox Crescent, south Oxford, beat 20 other children to win the part of baby Nel in the new show Residents.. Staff at the Rocking Horse
