Oxford and Oxfordshire News
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Teen referee speaks up on abuse in the game
Oscar, 14, was reduced to tears during a tournament but said he would not be deterred by bullying.
Oxfordshire's Big Picture: Sunday's image of the county
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Oxfordshire.
Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed
A story about a pub getting a colourful makeover was among our most read this week in Oxfordshire.
Your Voice, Your Vote: Tell us the election issues that matter to you
Your Voice, Your Vote puts your stories and issues at the heart of this year's general election.
Homes approved despite green space concerns
Kidlington development near site of proposed Oxford United football stadium gets green light.
'Village identity' concerns see housing plan refused
Cherwell District Council voted against proposals for 90 new houses in Milcombe near Banbury.
Penny farthing pair head off on Paris charity ride
Matt Richardson and Bill Pollard are hoping to compete the trip in five days.
Oxfordshire's Big Picture: Saturday's image of the county
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Oxfordshire.
Sausages strewn over motorway after lorry overturned
The M40 has reopened after the incident early Friday morning.
Residents feel 'vulnerable' after crossroads crash
Barton Park Community Group says it has campaigned for increased safety at the Headington crossing.
Drivers warned of third A34 weekend closure
Drivers in the region are warned the closure is likely to cause delays.
Xbox donated to charity shop could fetch thousands
The green Hulk-branded gaming device is being auctioned by the British Heart Foundation.
MND patient to mark wedding anniversary during trek
Dr Luke Hames-Brown will trek the length of Hadrian's Wall with his wife Kate for charity.
Oxfordshire's Big Picture: Friday's image of the county
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Oxfordshire.
Man raped girl and pushed her brother off cliff
Anthony Stocks threw the girl's brother off a cliff after the boy found out about the abuse.
Thames Water launches consultation for reservoir plans
Thames Water release new design for Oxfordshire reservoir and encourage the public to have a say.
New interactive bee experience for UNESCO site
The new experience will teach families about the importance of pollinators.
Oxfordshire's Big Picture: Thursday's image of the county
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Oxfordshire.
Food festival takes place in low traffic neighbourhood
Magdalen Road has been dubbed ?Magdalen Road village? by some proponents of the transport scheme.
Cockroach infestation temporarily closes M40 services
The M40 Oxford Welcome Break service station will remain closed until the health risk is removed.
Adams leads Vipers to win at Western Storm
Central Sparks? end South East Stars undefeated run in the Charlotte Edwards Cup as The Blaze and Southern Vipers also win.
Vipers extend winning streak against Thunder
Australia all-rounder Heather Graham takes 4-10 on debut as The Blaze maintain their 100% Charlotte Edwards Cup record by beating Western Storm.
Stars and The Blaze maintain unbeaten starts
South East Stars claim their fourth win of this summer's Charlotte Edwards Cup and there are also victories for Sunrisers and The Blaze.
Morris stars as Thunder hand Sparks first defeat
Thunder end Central Sparks unbeaten start, while holder Southern Vipers hand another defeat to winless Western Storm in Charlotte Edwards Cup.
'Incredible things happened at Wembley'
BBC Radio Oxford's Jerome Sale reflects on a memorable day at Wembley, where Oxford United were promoted to the Championship
The Dub: Victory Parade Special
Oxford Utd's celebration of promotion to the Championship
Oxford United celebrate promotion with city parade
The U's mark the play-off win with an open top bus tour of Oxford
Oxford United coach releases baby picture after win
Des Buckingham previously joked with media he would only release the photo if the team won.
The Dub: Championship, baby!
Oxford Utd win promotion at Wembley.
Bolton battering was U's turning point - Buckingham
Oxford boss Des Buckingham says his side owe promotion to the Championship from the lessons they learned following a 5-0 thrashing by play-off final opponents Bolton.
Former MEP refuses council demand to remove EU flag
Catherine Bearder has been advised she does not need consent to fly the Council of Europe flag.
Traffic filter cameras set to start in November
Drivers caught in the traffic filters on short sections of six roads will face a £70 fine.
How claims about playground nails went viral
BBC Verify examines how images of nails on playground gear have been shared wrongly by concerned parents.
Thousands rise early for May Morning celebrations
Crowds gather on Oxford's High Street and Magdalen Bridge to welcome the coming of spring.
Watch: Top five tips on how to eat like a climatarian
The Climatarian Kitchen is encouraging people to eat green by adopting low-carbon meals.
Northern lights put on spectacular surprise display
Northern lights give spectacular surprise display
'When I have a down day the little bear comforts me'
Much-loved teddy bears with their own unique stories have gone on public display in Oxfordshire.
Watch: Inside the Headington Shark house
Take a look around the Headington Shark house which has been refused permission to rent on Airbnb.
Oxford coach unhappy with pitch
Oxford United assistant Mickey Lewis criticises the Kassam Stadium pitch, after the 2-0 FA Cup win over Accrington.
Oxford Utd 2-0 Accrington
James Constable's seventh goal of the season helps Oxford beat Accrington and secures a place in the FA Cup third round.
Oxford United cancel Christmas
Oxford United cancel their annual Christmas parties to concentrate on a hectic festive fixture schedule.
Chilton set to drive for Marussia
British driver Max Chilton has signed for Marussia next season, says BBC Formula 1 chief analyst Eddie Jordan.
Morecambe 1-1 Oxford Utd
Harry Worley's equaliser sees Oxford draw at Morecambe and extend their unbeaten run in all competitions to six games.
London Welsh 13-27 Grenoble
London Welsh's Amlin Challenge Cup hopes are all but over after they are well beaten at home by Grenoble.
London Welsh get Euro Cup boost
London Welsh's hopes of Amlin Challenge Cup progress are boosted after Grenoble admit fielding an ineligible player.
Woman critically injured in ride 'malfunction'
The woman was injured after a funfair ride malfunctioned at a country show in south London.
Nine held after knife attack on two men
Two men in their 20s were taken to hospital with knife wounds, with one in a serious condition.
Praise for 20,000 bikers who joined Dave Myers ride
Police say no arrests were made during a Dave Myers' tribute day attended by thousands of bikers.
Daisy May Cooper thanks staff after early birth
The This Country star had her new baby at the delivery suite in Gloucester on Thursday.
Man who died in 'brutal circumstances' is named
Robert Robinson, who lived locally, was fatally stabbed on Carteret Way, Deptford on Thursday night.
'Doctors could not figure out my son's condition'
Lucy's son lives with MPS VII and it took nine years for doctors to diagnose him with the illness.
Watch: Fans pack streets to celebrate title win
Northampton Saints celebrated their Premiership win with an open-top bus parade around Northampton.
Ten dogs found dead in bag pulled from canal
The dogs were found nine months after a near-identical incident in the same place, the RSPCA says.
Pub landlords 'so happy' to open after crash
Landlords Will and Abbie, both 21, spent months restoring the pub and say their opening day was "amazing".
Woman dies in serious house fire
The woman, aged in her 60s, was declared dead at the scene in Sneinton.
Street renamed in teenage soldier?s memory
Fusilier Louis Carter's mother Denise unveiled the new road sign at a ceremony on Saturday.
The village where the clock never strikes 11
The quirky clock at St Ethelbert's Church is a source of pride for Littledean residents.