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Water supplies disrupted after main bursts

A burst main under a cycle path in the OX3 postcode area of Oxford has affected water supplies.

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'Absolutely pivotal' - Championship transfer window preview

With the winter window opening on 1 January, BBC Sport correspondents assess the transfer needs of the 24 Championship clubs.

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'Absolutely pivotal' - Championship transfer window preview

With the winter window opening on 1 January, BBC Sport correspondents assess the transfer needs of the 24 Championship clubs.

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Plant pots returned to owners after spree of thefts

The pots were taken during a spree of thefts in Grove and Wantage earlier in the year.

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Hospital's new equipment 'vital' for patient care

The equipment worth over £70,000 has been funded by the Oxford Colon Cancer Trust.

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Horse charity marks 20 years with expansion plans

The charity in Wantage, Oxfordshire, is increasing its provision as it celebrates its 20th year.

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MP, Paralympian and campaigners to receive honours

People from Oxfordshire, Hampshire, Berkshire and Dorset are recognised in the New Year Honours list.

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New Year Honours 2026

The King’s New Year Honours 2026 have been announced, marking the achievements and service of extraordinary people across the UK, including members of the University of Oxford. Professor Irene Tracey, CBE FRS FMedSci, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxfo...

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Players to blame for Rowett exit, says Mills

Stan Mills believes Oxford United's players let down former manager Gary Rowett who was sacked by the club on 23 December.

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Pothole claims up 90% in three years, says RAC

Research from the motoring group also finds that only one in four claims results in a payout.

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Tips could be used until 2036 as part of plan

Currently the permission at the two tips in Oxfordshire runs out at the end of 2026.

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Click here - 25 online years of BBC South

Dial-up, webcams and look back at the early days of the BBC's local online services in the south of England.

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Bishop says church 'learning lessons' after scandals

Bishop of Oxford, Dr Steven Croft, will retire from his role in the summer after nearly a decade.

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Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed

A story about a Hollywood actor's "love" of two Hampshire towns is among our most read.

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Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed

A story about a Hollywood actor's "love" of two Hampshire towns is among our most read.

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Big Picture: This week's images from the South

The best images sent to us from Berkshire, Dorset, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and Oxfordshire.

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Big Picture: This week's images from the South

The best images sent to us from Berkshire, Dorset, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and Oxfordshire.

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Weather in the South: 2025 round-up

South Today weather presenter Alexis Green looks back on the weather events of the year.

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Weather in the South: 2025 round-up

South Today weather presenter Alexis Green looks back on the weather events of the year.

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Arrests made as facial recognition vans introduced

Thames Valley Police released the figures on its website after using the cameras on Monday.