Ethan Gudge

Banbury

Journalist at BBC

Online journalist at BBC News South, gooner, below average sportsman, fan of the past

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Banbury mechanic attacked 'because of false anonymous review'

1 week ago | bbc.com | Ethan Gudge

Mechanic attacked after 'false anonymous review'Ethan GudgeJulie MooreDean Moore is an award winning mechanicA popular mechanic was assaulted as a result of a negative review posted on social media anonymously, his mother has told the BBC. An anonymous post criticising Dean Moore, and his work at Deano's Garage in Banbury, was seen by thousands of people on Facebook when it was shared to a local group on 1 April.
Abingdon Morris dancer set for 11 hour world record attempt

1 week ago | bbc.com | Ethan Gudge

Ethan GudgeBBC News, OxfordA man who is attempting to break the world record for the longest Morris dance said he chose the challenge because he "didn't fancy" climbing Everest or rowing the Atlantic. Duncan Bhaskaran Brown will try to dance for more than 11 hours straight during his record attempt in Abingdon on Saturday. He estimates that the challenge will see him take 100,000 steps and burn about 6,000 calories.
'Social media made me want to be the best anorexic'

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Anjana Gadgil |Ethan Gudge

'Social media made me want to be the best anorexic'Anjana Gadgil & Ethan GudgeBBCRecovering anorexic Louisa Abbott has called on social media companies to fact-check accounts that post health and nutrition adviceA woman has criticised social media companies and search engines that recommended eating disorder-related content to her whilst she was battling anorexia. Louisa Abbott, from Titchfield, Hampshire, said she first began to struggle with the condition after running a marathon in 2020.
Witney cinema issues Minecraft warning after online trend

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Ethan Gudge

Cinema issues Minecraft warning after online trendEthan GudgeWarner BrosJack Black (left) and Jason Momoa (centre) star in A Minecraft MovieA cinema has told customers to behave during showings of A Minecraft Movie after rowdy behaviour at other screenings went viral on social media. A sign displayed at Cineworld in Witney, Oxfordshire, has warned people any form of anti-social behaviour would see them removed without a refund.
Blackbird Leys stop-and-search powers extended after stabbings

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Ethan Gudge

Stop-and-search powers extended after stabbingsEthan GudgeGetty ImagesCh Supt Ben Clark said he was "very conscious" of "concerns" in the areaPolice have enacted stop-and-search powers in an area of Oxford following three stabbings. Officers are investigating the attacks, all in the past fortnight, in Blackbird Leys. Following the most recent incident in Blackbird Leys Park on Sunday, Thames Valley Police brought in stop-and-search powers for an initial 24-hour period.
Oxfordshire students help combat illiteracy alongside experts

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Ethan Gudge

Students help combat illiteracy alongside expertsEthan GudgeBBCYear 12 student Jasmine said she had to develop her reading and writing when she came to the UK from LuxembourgSecondary school students are set join academics and experts at a global summit designed to tackle illiteracy. Pupils from The Cherwell School, in Oxford, will take part in the 2025 World Literacy Summit alongside industry leaders such as Penguin Books and HarperCollins.
Oxfordshire chess prodigy, 11, finds game after football injury

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Ethan Gudge

Boy's chess grandmaster dream after football injuryEthan GudgeBBCCharlie is 11-years-old and competes in national chess competitionsAn 11-year-old who broke his arm playing football two years ago used his injury to find a new "obsession" - chess. Charlie, from Whitchurch Hill in south Oxfordshire, was introduced to the game by his dad during his recovery. He now competes nationally and for his county and dreams of becoming a grandmaster.
Petition for youth space in empty shops launched

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Ethan Gudge

A petition calling for the repurposing of an empty unit in a council-owned shopping centre into a space for young people has been launched. Youth worker Lee Davis is calling on Cherwell District Council to provide a space in Banbury's Castle Quay shopping centre. Two young people in the town said the "wonderful" proposal was a "really good idea". Cherwell District Council has not responded to a request for comment.
Banbury empty shops should become youth space, petition says

2 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Ethan Gudge

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Castle Quay in Banbury is owned by Cherwell District CouncilA petition calling for the repurposing of an empty unit in a council-owned shopping centre into a space for young people has been launched. Youth worker Lee Davis is calling on Cherwell District Council to provide a space in Banbury's Castle Quay shopping centre. Two young people in the town said the "wonderful" proposal was a "really good idea".
Oxfordshire's new High Sheriff will 'give young people a voice'

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Ethan Gudge

New High Sheriff will 'give young people a voice'Ethan GudgeHigh Sheriff of OxfordshireJohn May will be sworn in at a ceremony on ThursdayA county's new High Sheriff has said his focus for the next 12 months will be "giving a voice" to young people. John May is the chief executive of charity Cats Protection and will be sworn in as Oxfordshire's High Sheriff at a ceremony on Thursday. The role is the oldest secular office in the UK outside the Royal family and dates back more than 1,000 years.