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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Major city road dug up to solve pipe puzzle
Thames Water is spending the next five weeks digging "trial holes" on Botley Road, as roadwork delays continue.
Man charged after fatal crash on M40
Akashdeep Singh, 23, will appear at Warwick Crown Court on 31 October.
Wettest month in 250 years, say researchers
Experts say September is also Oxford's second wettest month since records began in 1767.
Water firms 'failing to address customer concerns'
The Consumer Council for Water says it has handled 7,977 complaints in the past year.
'You're sending them into the lion's den'
Parents say children have been shouted at in class for movements and sounds they cannot control.
Council issues advice about 'contaminated' sandbags
The authority advises people not to recycle sandbags because of the risk of contamination.
Rough sleepers artwork unveiled at abbey
The immersive installation at Dorchester Abbey in Oxfordshire consists of four cardboard boxes.
Oxfordshire's Big Picture: Thursday's image of the county
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Oxfordshire.
Application for concrete crushing plant withdrawn
Campaigners say it shows that a community can come together and "make its feelings known".
Leukaemia survivor says lip fillers saved her life
After Edita Jucaite had dermal filler injected into her lip, something went wrong.
New map promotes car-free travel in the Cotswolds
The map is aimed at helping visitors who want to travel around the popular area without using a car.
Theatre reopens after flooding caused temporary move
The Mill Arts Centre, in Banbury, closed in February after flooding damaged the stage and floor.
Plans to turn 352 homes into council housing
Oxford City Council says its proposal for the Barton Park development will benefit tenants.
Police leader 'upset' by sex remark and touch claims
Former police federation boss John Apter says misconduct charges against him are "deeply upsetting".
U's 'not an easy team to beat' - Rodrigues
Oxford United forward Ruben Rodrigues says the team have proven that they are "not an easy side to beat" in the Championship.
'Intensity of the Championship has me taken aback'
BBC Radio Oxford's Oxford United commentator Jerome Sale reflects on the U's promising start to life in the Championship.
U's 'not an easy team to beat' - Rodrigues
Oxford United forward Ruben Rodrigues says the team have proven that they are "not an easy side to beat" in the Championship.
'Intensity of the Championship has me taken aback'
BBC Radio Oxford's Oxford United commentator Jerome Sale reflects on the U's promising start to life in the Championship.
Exhibition shows 'powerful' British Indian journey
Journey of the Blue Sun at the Old Fire Station is the first solo show by Saroj Patel.
Vaccine research group marks 30 years of saving lives
Oxford Vaccine Group director Prof Sir Andrew Pollard praises the artwork celebrating the landmark.
Tributes paid to legendary singer and actor Kris Kristofferson
Friends and co-stars including Barbra Streisand and Dolly Parton remember the country music legend.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
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.
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Wealthy socialite 'laundered £200m of crime cash'
James Stunt and four other men deny being behind a scheme to clean up "dirty" cash by buying gold.
Man held after acid attack on girl outside school
Teagan McFarlane, who is 14, remains in hospital with "potentially life-changing" injuries and has undergone surgery.
Mother guilty over fire deaths of four sons
Deveca Rose's two sets of twins died in a house fire while she was out shopping.
Disqualified motorist drives home from court
Steven Luck, from Darlington, says he did not know the ban started straight away.
How did a council lose 90 mobiles and 30 laptops?
Bosses say some gear could be still in the possession of staff who have since left the authority.
Authorities criticised after care home deaths
One relative said she was "absolutely astounded" by the evidence she had heard from the inquest.
Suspects told 'take photo' at short-staffed police hub
Notices at the Corby police hub say it is only open two days per week.
Faulty fuel filter caused failed rocket launch
An investigation found that a fuel filter had dislodged from its normal position.
Former PCs begin appeal over athlete search sacking
Two ex-Met officers are appealing their dismissal over the stop-and-search of two athletes in 2020.
Ex-soldier used dog as weapon in asylum hotel riot
Christian Hemus is one of four rioters jailed in Sheffield for their part in August's disorder.
Man held over baby's death after mum hit by car
The pregnant woman had emergency surgery to deliver her baby son after she was struck by a car.
Dog rescued a week after becoming trapped in cliff
Rose the Jack Russell fell into a small crack in a steep section of the cliff in West Yorkshire.
Source: BBC News
