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Abingdon boat owner fined for not registering Thames vessel
A boat owner in Abingdon has been convicted of failing to register his boat for use on the River Thames.
Cherwell wellbeing strategy to promote healthier lifestyles
Cherwell residents are set to benefit from a new wellbeing strategy.
Bicester town centre traders share Christmas preparations
Bicester's traders are preparing for a busy Christmas period as a councillor says it is vital to encourage shoppers from outside the town.
BBC TV licence will be increased to £169.50 a year
Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer has announced the BBC TV licence will increase to £169.50 a year, a total rise of £10.50 for households.
French door windows smashed in during Oxfordshire burglary
Burglars smashed through the windows of a French door before stealing jewellery and cash from a home.
Copper gets award for bravery after Oxford house fire
PC Patric Ward and other officers were given the awards at Thames Valley Police's base in Sulhamstead after the fire in Edmund Road, Cowley, Oxford, in 2022.
Bicester 1960s cottage may get modern touches and extension
A 60-year-old picturesque cottage near Bicester may be getting an extension along with several modern alterations.
Oxford primary schools receives 'good' Ofsted inspection
An Oxford primary school has been given a ‘good’ in a first Ofsted inspection.
Win a prize by joining District Council's food waste quiz
Residents in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse have the chance to win a prize by testing their food waste knowledge.
Former Bicester prisoner accused of raping 11-year-old girl
A FORMER Bicester prisoner has been accused of raping an 11-year-old.
Witney MP Robert Courts appointed new Solicitor General
Oxfordshire MP Robert Courts will replace Michael Tomlinson, who was made immigration minister after Robert Jenrick’s resignation
E-scooter seized in Oxford after police crackdown
It comes after Thames Valley Police chief constable Jason Hogg said last month that the force was planning a crackdown on the scooters,
Go Outdoors Oxford will permanently close its doors
Go Outdoors in south Oxford is closing down tomorrow after going into administration in 2020.
Henley Living Advent Calendar night six: Shiplake College wind band
The Shiplake College Wind Ensemble surprised audiences on the sixth night of the Henley Living Advent Calendar Eight students and staff from the school played a number of Christmas carols on brass instruments to spectators in the courtyard of Hotel du Vin in New Street last night (Wednesday). Th...
Royal Mint rare 50p coin sells for more than £200 on eBay
The Kew Gardens 50p coin is one of the UK's rarest and most valuable coins according to The Royal Mint
Cadbury confirms missing flavour from Roses chocolates
Cadbury has confirmed some Roses products will not include a particular flavour due to "supply chain challenges" - see which chocolate will be missing.
Turkey, chicken and egg warning as salmonella cases rise
The FSA and the UKHSA, has urged people to be wary following the increase in illnesses caused by Salmonella Enteritidis
Why does my dog love to roll in the mud? An adorable reason
Here are three reasons why your dog loves to roll in the mud when on an outdoor adventure - see the top 10 dog breeds most likely to roll in it.
Sean Fletcher reveals off-air suffering while on Good Morning Britain
Sean Fletcher reveals he was 'putting on a mask' whilst on Good Morning Britain due to his son being diagnosed with OCD
Sir David Jason to return to Only Fools and Horses
Sir David Jason is reportedly returning to Only Fools and Horses after 20 years.