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3 Britons could face death penalty in Indonesia over alleged drug smuggling charges

4 days ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Carlo Simone

Jonathan Christopher Collyer, 28, and Lisa Ellen Stocker, 29, were arrested on February 1. Prosecutor I Made Dipa Umbara said customs officers halted them at the X-ray machine after finding suspicious items in their luggage disguised as food packages. Mr Umbara told the District Court in Denpasar that packets of Angel Delight powdered dessert mix in their luggage contained 993.56 grams of cocaine, worth an estimated six billion rupiah (£272,000).
Discover where Japanese Knotweed is growing in Oxfordshire

1 week ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Clare Butler

Map shows where Japanese Knotweed is in Oxfordshire. (Image: Environet/Susan Southward via Getty Images) A destructive plant known for wreaking havoc on homeowners has been spotted in parts of Oxfordshire. Japanese Knotweed grows up to three metres tall, and its roots can reach down to 20 metres underground. While it hibernates over winter, from March and April it returns and can destroy pipework, drains and even weaken building foundations.
Village gathers to thank postman as he retires after 41 years

1 week ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Jacob Manuschka

Bladon residents gathered at The White House pub to give David Hogg a surprise send-off. Mr Hogg said: "I was only doing my job and loved working in Bladon as the residents were so friendly and helpful. "I’ll miss the comradery of the other posties but will look forward to having a lie in. "The event tonight was a real surprise and I’m grateful to all of Bladon for showing such affection towards me.
Thames Water leading £1.9m project to modernise treatment process

1 week ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Jacob Manuschka

The water company is leading the Science and Novel Devices for Sustainable Cleaning and Productivity Enhancement (SandSCAPE) project, It has received £1.9 million in funning after being named as one of the winners of economic water regulator Ofwat's innovation competition. The project will test new robotic underwater technologies designed to simplify and speed up the cleaning and maintenance of slow sand filtration methods used in the water treatment process.
Drug-free type-2 diabetes remission possible for 'thousands’ in Oxfordshire

1 week ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Jacob Manuschka

3 1/1 Tens of thousands of people in Oxfordshire reliant on medication to manage type-2 diabetes could achieve drug-free remission, according to an Oxford-based lifestyle medicine specialist. Dr Ellen Fallows of Welbeck Health Partners is championing pioneering research published by Newcastle University, which used intensive support for weight loss through lifestyle changes to achieve medication-free remission of type-2 diabetes.
Town council partners with football club to support community's health

1 week ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Jacob Manuschka

The council said its partnership with Witney Town Football Club marks a "significant step forward" in supporting grassroots football, community physical and mental health, and inclusive recreation across the town. Witney Town, which reformed in 2024, has quickly become a key part of the local sporting community. The council said the club's inaugural season saw "exceptional on-pitch success and strong community engagement" and that the club is now a "vibrant symbol of local pride".
Co-op fire incident near Witney as road closed off

3 weeks ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Ben Hardy

2 1/1 A Co-op store was evacuated and the nearby road was cordoned after a fire scare this evening. Firefighters were called to the convenience store in Bampton's Market Square shortly before 6.45pm. The High Street outside the store was closed off. READ MORE: In pictures: Huge fire at Bicester Heritage seen from all over county An eyewitness, who asked not to be named, said: "I was driving through Bampton and saw the fire trucks.
‘Best season I’ve had’ says United’s Mr Consistency

4 weeks ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Liam Rice

Ciaron Brown tussles for the ball against Blackburn Rovers (Image: Mike Allen) CIARON Brown believes his double win at Oxford United’s end-of-season awards reflected his best campaign for the club so far. The 27-year-old defender scooped both the players’ player of the year award and the Andrew Knapton supporters’ player of the year award at Oxford Town Hall.
Our best Championship players for the 2024/25 season

4 weeks ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Liam Rice

Finn Azaz, Jobe Bellingham and Manor Solomon have all impressed against Oxford United (Image: Richard Sellers & Owen Humphreys & Gary Oakley/ PA Wire) OXFORD United have come up against a number of top-quality players in Sky Bet Championship this season. It makes choosing the strongest starting XI to face United a difficult challenge, with various individual performances warranting a place in the side. Here though are our picks for the best Championship XI to take on the U’s.
Half-century anniversary celebrated with county cup victory

4 weeks ago | witneygazette.co.uk | Liam Rice

Witney Vikings U17 Wasps Girls players celebrate (Image: Andrew Hunt Photography) WITNEY Vikings celebrated their half-century anniversary year with victory in a county cup final. Last weekend saw Witney Vikings U17 Wasps Girls lift the Oxfordshire FA U18 Girls Cup in a gripping final at Oxford City’s Court Place Farm. Despite missing key players through injury, the Wasps battled with everything they had against a talented Barton United U18 side.