Disabled people were demonstrating outside County Hall in Oxford on July 23 to protest against plans to cut their night care service. The service helps people with severe disabilities get to bed, and enables them to stay in their own homes. A total of
The farming community in Oxfordshire has supported criticisms of the Government's handling of the foot and mouth outbreak made in a new report. "I can see no reason why the inquiry was kept private, it is like the Government wanted to keep it out of the
Refugees with medical qualifications are doing menial jobs in Oxfordshire because they are unable to work for the NHS. Stringent rules set by the General Medical Council mean doctors who have fled countries like Afghanistan, Kosovo and Iraq, are unable
A woman who is leaving her school job after 30 years is handing over the reins to her daughter. Pauline Buckland is retiring at the end of term from duties as receptionist and telephone operator at Burford School. During her time there her daughter Julie
Phyllis Aitken received a bouquet of flowers, shopping vouchers and a bottle of wine after 28 years supervising children. Phyllis Aitken is given a send-off Mrs Aitken, 66, of Croasdell Close, Abingdon, has enjoyed every minute of helping pupils at lunchtime
Phyllis Aitken received a bouquet of flowers, shopping vouchers and a bottle of wine after 28 years supervising children. Phyllis Aitken is given a send-off Mrs Aitken, 66, of Croasdell Close, Abingdon, has enjoyed every minute of helping pupils at lunchtime
A retiring headteacher is calling on the Government to keep its promises by cutting paper work and bureaucracy to lift the burden on schools. Kathy Day, looking forward to enjoying favourite pastimes Kathy Day, head of Clifton Hampden Primary School,
MIllets Farm's latest amazing maze has taken the shape of a butterfly this year. Ben Astley Sparke, four, puzzles his way throught the maze Visitors to the farm at Frilford, near Abingdon, can enjoy getting lost in a five-acre field where the farm's mythical
An "incredibly popular" school secretary has said goodbye to staff and pupils after 25 years at an Oxford first school. Jean Bowley has been a familiar figure at New Hinksey First School since she stared work there in the 1970s. She retired at the end
A retiring headteacher is calling on the Government to keep its promises by cutting paper work and bureaucracy to lift the burden on schools. Kathy Day, looking forward to enjoying favourite pastimes Kathy Day, head of Clifton Hampden Primary School,
Staff and students gathered to say farewell to a group of four popular members of staff, with almost 70 years of service between them. Retiring teachers Andrew Dumas, Roger Gilkes, Richard Kennell, and Jacqui Cronshaw The group at Matthew Arnold School
Car parking charges in Abingdon, Wantage and Faringdon are set to rise early next summer for the first time in two years -- but not before the proposals go out for consultation. The Vale of White Horse District Council wants to add 10p to the charge for
The President of Harris Manchester College, which came bottom of an Oxford University league table, has defended the achievements of its undergraduates. The college, which caters for mature students, occupied the last position in the Norrington Table,
A former chairman of South Oxfordshire District Council and former mayor of Henley has died. Margaret Day was an independent on the district council from its inception in 1973, becoming chairman in 1984. In 1990 divorce Mrs Day married fellow councillor
George Golding, who has died aged 71, was a prominent member of the Scout movement in Oxfordshire. George Golding He had his first taste of Scouting as a Wolf Cub when he was evacuated from London to Liverpool during the Second World War. He moved to
Scientist Ronald Jenkins, who led the way in promoting the use of X-ray technology, has died aged 70. Dr Jenkins, who was born in Iffley, Oxford, attended Oxford High School before studying at Magdalen College School and later at Oxford Polytechnic where
The historic Brakspear brewery will shut its Oxfordshire site with the loss of 35 jobs, it was announced on July 23. The Henley brewery, which has produced beers for more than 220 years, will be sold off and production will be taken over by Refresh UK
There are some things you do for charity only once, and leg waxing is one of them. That is the verdict of Lee Crook who had his legs waxed for charity at the weekend. The 34-year-old steward of the Portcullis Club at Wallingford said: "Never again! It
Two new exhibitions are being planned so people can see the designs and model of a new footbridge planned to cross the River Thames near Wallingford. They will be in the Market Place, Wallingford, between 10am and 12.30pm on July 27 and in Dorchester
The historic Brakspear brewery will shut its Oxfordshire site with the loss of 35 jobs, it was announced on July 23. The Henley brewery, which has produced beers for more than 220 years, will be sold off and production will be taken over by Refresh UK
Plans to install new equipment at Thame's recently opened skate park will have to be put on hold. Thame Skatepark Association is yet to apply for the required planning permission. The delay has meant the association's plea for nearly £13,000 for a skate
An Oxfordshire vet is being prosecuted for allegedly breaching rules designed to stop mad cow disease from entering the food chain. Robert Elliott, of Bow Farm, Stanford in the Vale, faces 20 charges under the Cattle Identification Regulations 1998. He
Car parking charges in Abingdon, Wantage and Faringdon are set to rise early next summer for the first time in two years -- but not before the proposals go out for consultation. The Vale of White Horse District Council wants to add 10p to the charge for
Wesley Morrick and Nick O'Hara kept Aston Rowant's outside title hopes bubbling by skittling Challow & Childrey to set up a crushing eight-wicket victory in the First Division of The Oxford Times Cherwell League. Australian Steve Farrell got Challow
Banbury 2nd snatched victory from the jaws of defeat with a thrilling four-run win at Great & Little Tew, who slip to the bottom of Division 2 of The Oxford Times Cherwell League. Chasing Banbury's 167, Tew were cruising at 136-2 after Aaron Nye smashed
Abingdon Town boss Alan Thorne has launched a hunt for another striker, following the news that key forward John McMahon could miss the start of the season with a groin injury. John McMahonLast week, the ex-Oxford City striker saw a specialist about the
Children have an improved outdoor play area thanks to the Round Table and parent donations. Richard Howson, three, at the pre-school Sue Taylor, manager of The Courtyard pre-school group, located in Launton Road, Bicester, said: "We have spent £4,000
Abingdon Town recorded their second big pre-season win in three days with a good performance against a youthful Aylesbury side. They won 4-1. It followed their 4-1victory at Middle Barton on Saturday. Chris Potter led the way with a brace, in an excellent
BIcester's mayor joined cyclists pedalling for charity on a sponsored ride. Dianna Edwards takes to her bike Bicester Round Table organised the ride, which had two routes through the town on July 21. The start and finish point for both rides was Garth
A car fleet company has invested £1.4m in upgrading its range of transporters. QEK site operative Nick Marsden with one of the vehicles QEK Global Solutions, which has its European headquarters at Upper Heyford and provides engineering, sales and marketing
Bicester singer Ciara Cronin will be showing off her vocal talents at a showcase in Milton Keynes on July 27 and 28. Pupils from Total Vocal, which is based at Finmere and provides one-to-one vocal coaching, will take part in solo and group performances
Witney were pipped into the runners-up position in the time-banded gala at Aylesbury's new Aquavale Pool on Saturday. An eight-point penalty for exceeding the time limit by four hundreths of a second denied Witney the trophy by four points. Among some
A support group for young lesbians, gays, and bisexuals has re-formed in Banbury after closing down a year ago. The group, Wayout, is managed by the Terrence Higgins Trust and supported by Oxfordshire County Council's youth service. It meets once a week
Actor Terrence Hardiman, who plays the lead role in the BBC children's TV series The Demon Headmaster dropped in at the Manor Preparatory School, in Shippon. Terrence Hardiman receives two cheques Hannah Campbell, left, and Hannah Matthews, both 11 One
Railtrack maintenance workers used a giant vacuum to suck hundreds of tonnes of coal dust and debris from the track approaching Didcot Power Station. The innovative £50,000 clean-up operation also involved a new type of fencing, which clips to the trackside
Electronic parts supplier Electrocomponents says there is no sign of an upturn in sales. In May the company, based at the Oxford Business Park, Cowley, reported a 15 per cent drop in profits and chairman Bob Lawson said it was experiencing exceptionally
A Banbury community group and a youth club are getting together to prevent local children becoming bored over the summer holidays. The Bretch Hill Community Association and the Willy Freund Youth Club are planning a series of days out. The trips include
The cinema adventures of Scooby Doo have raised funds for a Banbury-based charity. VIP guests at the first showing of the film at the Odeon Cinema in Banbury on July 12 were a group of dogs and staff from Dogs for the Disabled. They were there to raise
Phyllis Aitken received a bouquet of flowers, shopping vouchers and a bottle of wine after 28 years supervising children. Phyllis Aitken is given a send-off Mrs Aitken, 66, of Croasdell Close, Abingdon, has enjoyed every minute of helping pupils at lunchtime
The headteacher of an Oxford nursery school is looking forward to a new career as a university lecturer. Nick Swarbrick with children at Bartlemas Nursery School Nick Swarbrick, 45, has been head of Bartlemas Nursery School in Cowley Road for six years
East Oxford After School Club, which caters for children aged between five and nine, has received a £3,000 donation from the Lloyds TSB Foundation. The club offers two hours of after-school activities, including games, art, drama and dance, throughout
Witchcraft, sorcery and murder will be on the bill for an open-air production of Macbeth. Debbie Morris as Lady Macbeth Members of the Oxford Theatre Guild will transform the scenic surroundings of Exeter College Fellows' Garden, in Oxford, into a forbidding
The chief executive of transport giant Stagecoach has resigned after a disappointing performance in the company's US operations. Keith Cochrane's decision has been accepted by the board of directors and comes despite financial figures which are in line
The headteacher of an Oxford nursery school is looking forward to a new career as a university lecturer. Nick Swarbrick with children at Bartlemas Nursery School Nick Swarbrick, 45, has been head of Bartlemas Nursery School in Cowley Road for six years
An Oxford window-fitter who indecently assaulted two young girls has been jailed for 18 months. Terence Gurden, 61, needed a police escort at Oxford Crown Court on July 22 to avoid the victims' angry relatives. The court heard he indecently assaulted
A food company is set for expansion following a move to new premises. MC Foods will relocate to Horspath Industrial Estate, Oxford, from Cowley Road, next month. It will also be taking on more four more employees, boosting the workforce from eight to
A support group for young lesbians, gays, and bisexuals has re-formed in Banbury after closing down a year ago. The group, Wayout, is managed by the Terrence Higgins Trust and supported by Oxfordshire County Council's youth service. It meets once a week
A new head of social services has been appointed by Oxfordshire County Council. Charles Waddicor The council has appointed its first director for social and health care, a role that replaces the former post of director of social services and emphasizes
A promising Oxford University student faces a prison sentence after he was convicted of leaving a nightclub with illegal drugs. Classics undergraduate Nicholas David, 22, of Bardwell Road, Oxford, was stopped by police on September 2 last year after leaving
The cinema adventures of Scooby Doo have raised funds for a Banbury-based charity. VIP guests at the first showing of the film at the Odeon Cinema in Banbury on July 12 were a group of dogs and staff from Dogs for the Disabled. They were there to raise
Kidlington took over at the top of the Cherwell Cricket League Division 3 table after their seven-wicket win at Cropredy. Batting first, the home side reached 185-8 thanks to a fighting 97 from Geoff Barrett, while Nick Warren and Lee Coley claimed three
A car fleet company has invested £1.4m in upgrading its range of transporters. QEK site operative Nick Marsden with one of the vehicles QEK Global Solutions, which has its European headquarters at Upper Heyford and provides engineering, sales and marketing
The chief executive of transport giant Stagecoach has resigned after a disappointing performance in the company's US operations. Keith Cochrane's decision has been accepted by the board of directors and comes despite financial figures which are in line
The Oxfordshire headquarters of the UK Atomic Energy Agency could help create the world's largest biotechnology park outside the United States. The agency is responding to dwindling demand for its nuclear expertise and hopes that its location at Harwell
A breast cancer charity based in Oxfordshire has launched a £500,000 fundraising scheme to quadruple the size of its research programme. Researchers working for Against Breast Cancer, in Harwell, near Didcot, are studying women at hospitals that include
An "incredibly popular" school secretary has said goodbye to staff and pupils after 25 years at an Oxford first school. Jean Bowley has been a familiar figure at New Hinksey First School since she stared work there in the 1970s. She retired at the end
Children at an Oxford school have collected old clothes to help disabled orphans living in poverty in Bulgaria. Pupils at Windmill First School, in Headington, are helping Oxford University student Sheela Saini, who has set up a non-profit organisation
Staff and students gathered to say farewell to a group of four popular members of staff, with almost 70 years of service between them. Retiring teachers Andrew Dumas, Roger Gilkes, Richard Kennell, and Jacqui Cronshaw The group at Matthew Arnold School
The President of Harris Manchester College, which came bottom of an Oxford University league table, has defended the achievements of its undergraduates. The college, which caters for mature students, occupied the last position in the Norrington Table,
Staff at the Oxfordshire-based UK radiation watchdog were determined to put everyone else in the shade by turning up for work in sunglasses. During what is turning out to be an intermittent British summer, employees at the National Radiological Protection
Children at an Oxford school have collected old clothes to help disabled orphans living in poverty in Bulgaria. Pupils at Windmill First School, in Headington, are helping Oxford University student Sheela Saini, who has set up a non-profit organisation
Railtrack maintenance workers used a giant vacuum to suck hundreds of tonnes of coal dust and debris from the track approaching Didcot Power Station. The innovative £50,000 clean-up operation also involved a new type of fencing, which clips to the trackside
A breast cancer charity based in Oxfordshire has launched a £500,000 fundraising scheme to quadruple the size of its research programme. Researchers working for Against Breast Cancer, in Harwell, near Didcot, are studying women at hospitals that include
Allotment holders in Wantage have installed a pump after years of campaigning for a water supply. Aaron Raimbach collects water from the new pump at the Letcombe Field allotments Plot holders at Letcombe Fields allotments were dependent on rainwater from
Police are cracking down on hate crimes and homophobia by holding a series of surgeries for victims to come forward. The idea is to encourage gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people to speak to officers in confidence, without having to enter a
The Oxfordshire headquarters of the UK Atomic Energy Agency could help create the world's largest biotechnology park outside the United States. The agency is responding to dwindling demand for its nuclear expertise and hopes that its location at Harwell
Oxford United boss Ian Atkins hopes to give his new striker Lee Steele at least a short run-out in Wednesday's glamorous pre-season friendly against Chelsea at The Kassam Stadium (7.45). Steele joined the U's on a free transfer from Brighton nearly three
Oxford United have expanded their partnership with sponsors Abbey Press and one of the results is a handsome Collectable Sticker Album for next season. The collectionThe album is an innovation for the club, who are sending it out free to season-ticket
It was a day to remember for Oxfordshire yesterday as both their men and ladies sides recorded 9-0 victories on the opening day of County Week. The ladies brushed aside Cheshire in Group 2 at Worthing, while the men were too strong for the South of Scotland
Actor Terrence Hardiman, who plays the lead role in the BBC children's TV series The Demon Headmaster dropped in at the Manor Preparatory School, in Shippon. Terrence Hardiman receives two cheques Hannah Campbell, left, and Hannah Matthews, both 11 One
The headteacher of an Oxford nursery school is looking forward to a new career as a university lecturer. Nick Swarbrick with children at Bartlemas Nursery School Nick Swarbrick, 45, has been head of Bartlemas Nursery School in Cowley Road for six years
The best friend of leukaemia victim Luke Wemyss is devastated after losing badges she kept in memory of him. Jade Monaghan, 10, of Milton Heights, Abingdon, wore the nine badges on Luke's baseball hat, which was given to her by his mother after he died
Children at an Oxford school have collected old clothes to help disabled orphans living in poverty in Bulgaria. Pupils at Windmill First School, in Headington, are helping Oxford University student Sheela Saini, who has set up a non-profit organisation
Publican Jim MacDonald, who has died aged 54, will be long remembered by regulars at the Jack Russell pub in Old Marston, Oxford. Lin and Jim MacDonald receive their community pub of the year award in April He loved nothing better than to stir up a healthy
The director of the United Nations Association of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Malcolm Harper, has begun a walk to raise money for the organisation's work against racism and xenophobia. Mr Harper, who lives in Charlbury, has already raised more
The Conservative candidate, Alvin Adams, won a by-election to fill a vacancy on Witney Town Council. Mr Adams, who works for Oxford Instruments at Eynsham, polled 384 votes for the vacancy arising from the resignation of another Conservative, Steve Hayward
Horseracing fan Montie Phillips had luck on his side when he was given £500 to place on any horse, after winning a Channel 4 telephone chatline competition. Montie Phillips celebrates his win He put his stake on Vintage Premium, a 20-1 outsider, at York
A woman who is leaving her school job after 30 years is handing over the reins to her daughter. Pauline Buckland is retiring at the end of term from duties as receptionist and telephone operator at Burford School. During her time there her daughter Julie
Allotment holders in Wantage have installed a pump after years of campaigning for a water supply. Aaron Raimbach collects water from the new pump at the Letcombe Field allotments Plot holders at Letcombe Fields allotments were dependent on rainwater from
Staff at King Alfred's College in Wantage are launching a drive to promote walking and cycling to school. Staff plan to promote the benefits of walking and cycling in lessons, install better cycle sheds, improve security and persuade the district council
Banbury United boss Kevin Brock could soon add Wayne Blossom to his squad. Blossom, who last season played for Oxfordshire Senior League Division 1 side Highfield Old Boys, has been on trial at The Stadium has impressed in both friendlies against Reading
City of Oxford made up for a slow start in the first round by finishing runners-up in the second round of the Milton Keynes Junior League at Temple Cowley. A revitalised Staines team also improved from their fifth place in round one to emerge surprising
Four volunteers have been rewarded for putting their heart and soul into a charity shop. Mary Ward, Rene Prentice, with Iris Hutchison, left, and Joanne Spinks, right The four -- Mary Ward, Rene Prentice, Anita Starrett and Lillian Barnes -- have been
Work to improve the rail line between Bicester and Aynho, near Banbury, which was estimated to cost a controversial £60m, is near completion and nearly £9m under budget. Engineers are finishing signalling work that will complete the scheme to reinstate
The director of the United Nations Association of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Malcolm Harper, has begun a walk to raise money for the organisation's work against racism and xenophobia. Mr Harper, who lives in Charlbury, has already raised more
Police are advising people to ignore letters offering them cash from South Africa. The letters say help is needed to recover $22m from a security company. It asks people to ring a number in South Africa and promises compensation. Police spokesman David
BIcester's mayor joined cyclists pedalling for charity on a sponsored ride. Dianna Edwards takes to her bike Bicester Round Table organised the ride, which had two routes through the town on July 21. The start and finish point for both rides was Garth
Plans to install new equipment at Thame's recently opened skate park will have to be put on hold. Thame Skatepark Association is yet to apply for the required planning permission. The delay has meant the association's plea for nearly £13,000 for a skate
Police are investigating what appears to have been a tragic accident when a teenager was found hanged. Steven Everitt, 13, was certified dead at his home, Hardings Strings, in Didcot, on July 21 after being found hanged from a bunk bed. He was the son
Staff at the Oxfordshire-based UK radiation watchdog were determined to put everyone else in the shade by turning up for work in sunglasses. During what is turning out to be an intermittent British summer, employees at the National Radiological Protection
The Conservative candidate, Alvin Adams, won a by-election to fill a vacancy on Witney Town Council. Mr Adams, who works for Oxford Instruments at Eynsham, polled 384 votes for the vacancy arising from the resignation of another Conservative, Steve Hayward
East Oxford After School Club, which caters for children aged between five and nine, has received a £3,000 donation from the Lloyds TSB Foundation. The club offers two hours of after-school activities, including games, art, drama and dance, throughout
Four volunteers have been rewarded for putting their heart and soul into a charity shop. Mary Ward, Rene Prentice, with Iris Hutchison, left, and Joanne Spinks, right The four -- Mary Ward, Rene Prentice, Anita Starrett and Lillian Barnes -- have been
A woman who is leaving her school job after 30 years is handing over the reins to her daughter. Pauline Buckland is retiring at the end of term from duties as receptionist and telephone operator at Burford School. During her time there her daughter Julie
The chief executive of transport giant Stagecoach has resigned after a disappointing performance in the company's US operations. Keith Cochrane's decision has been accepted by the board of directors and comes despite financial figures which are in line
A retiring headteacher is calling on the Government to keep its promises by cutting paper work and bureaucracy to lift the burden on schools. Kathy Day, looking forward to enjoying favourite pastimes Kathy Day, head of Clifton Hampden Primary School,
Oxford councillors are reviewing the best way to help the city's tourists. More than four million people visit the city every year, and the tourism industry generates about £227m. In September, the tourist information centre will move from Gloucester
Organ grinders from all over England will visit Banbury in September for the town's 10th annual street organ festival. So far, 26 grinders from as far afield as Preston, Hartlepool and Weston-super-Mare have asked to take part. Grinders will play their
A Banbury community group and a youth club are getting together to prevent local children becoming bored over the summer holidays. The Bretch Hill Community Association and the Willy Freund Youth Club are planning a series of days out. The trips include
Work to improve the rail line between Bicester and Aynho, near Banbury, which was estimated to cost a controversial £60m, is near completion and nearly £9m under budget. Engineers are finishing signalling work that will complete the scheme to reinstate
Oxfordshire champions Shipton-under-Wychwood will be at home to Cornish side Werrington in the quarter-finals of the National Village Championship on Sunday, August 4. Shipton are now just two games from the Lord's final after Sunday's exciting three-wicket
Electronic parts supplier Electrocomponents says there is no sign of an upturn in sales. In May the company, based at the Oxford Business Park, Cowley, reported a 15 per cent drop in profits and chairman Bob Lawson said it was experiencing exceptionally
A food company is set for expansion following a move to new premises. MC Foods will relocate to Horspath Industrial Estate, Oxford, from Cowley Road, next month. It will also be taking on more four more employees, boosting the workforce from eight to
An "incredibly popular" school secretary has said goodbye to staff and pupils after 25 years at an Oxford first school. Jean Bowley has been a familiar figure at New Hinksey First School since she stared work there in the 1970s. She retired at the end
Staff and students gathered to say farewell to a group of four popular members of staff, with almost 70 years of service between them. Retiring teachers Andrew Dumas, Roger Gilkes, Richard Kennell, and Jacqui Cronshaw The group at Matthew Arnold School
The President of Harris Manchester College, which came bottom of an Oxford University league table, has defended the achievements of its undergraduates. The college, which caters for mature students, occupied the last position in the Norrington Table,
Disabled people were demonstrating outside County Hall in Oxford on July 23 to protest against plans to cut their night care service. The service helps people with severe disabilities get to bed, and enables them to stay in their own homes. A total of
Staff at King Alfred's College in Wantage are launching a drive to promote walking and cycling to school. Staff plan to promote the benefits of walking and cycling in lessons, install better cycle sheds, improve security and persuade the district council
Car parking charges in Abingdon, Wantage and Faringdon are set to rise early next summer for the first time in two years -- but not before the proposals go out for consultation. The Vale of White Horse District Council wants to add 10p to the charge for
An extra member of staff is being hired by Oxford City Council to help implement the reinstated free bulky rubbish collection service. On July 22, the Labour-run executive board confirmed its decision to abolish the £18.80 charge introduced last April
Granite is no longer a good option for the repaving of Cornmarket Street in Oxford. That was the conclusion of the city council's executive board on July 22, as they considered the best way forward, after the attempt to use granite paving failed. Last
Refugees with medical qualifications are doing menial jobs in Oxfordshire because they are unable to work for the NHS. Stringent rules set by the General Medical Council mean doctors who have fled countries like Afghanistan, Kosovo and Iraq, are unable
