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A first pressing of The Beatles LP Rubber Soul - going under the hammer on Friday as part of JS Auctions' Christmas Sale. Picture by JS Auctions

Buyers from all over the globe to bid for auction of hundreds of vinyl LPs

Laura Sharpe and son George are pictured with some of their 500 gingerbread men

Banburyshire schoolboy bakes 500 gingerbread men to help families in difficulty

Albi Sandford is given his presents by Santa Claus and one of his elves

Sick children in Oxfordshire are treated to a flying visit by Father Christmas

Thames Valley Police roads units apprehended more than 150 motorists for a variety of offences on the M40

Over 150 drivers stopped on M40 for offences in Operation Holly

The popular Katharine House Hospice Christmas tractor run will travel to Banbury on Saturday December 16.

Popular charity Christmas tractor run to hit the streets of Banbury this month

Oxfordshire County Council's Fire and Rescue Service has released a number of safety tips for people over Christmas.

Oxfordshire firefighters advise residents on how to stay safe over Christmas

This New Year's Eve, the Banbury Cross Pub will be taking people back to the prohibition era in the United States for a speakeasy party.

Pub to take partygoers back to the prohibition era US this New Year's Eve

Popular chocolate store and cafe Hotel Chocolat will open in Banbury this month.

Hotel Chocolat to open new shop and cafe in Banbury this month

The good news is that more five stars have been handed out.

New food hygiene scores released - Banbury takeaway gets zero rating

Banbury Sport

Banbury were last in action against Curzon Ashton on November 25.

​Banbury set for crucial fixtures

Banbury defender James Long sets up another attack down the right.

Banbury fight back to seal win

Two members of Team Joyful, which will travel to Tampa, Florida for a summit next year

Banbury cheerleaders prepare for their biggest display yet - in Tampa, Florida

Dedicated volunteers Andy and Myrtle Darby receive their award from HRH The Princess Royal, President of the RYA.

Sailing club couple receive award from Princess Anne for years of volunteering

Tessa Davidson has had an incredible return to snooker, winning seven major titles in two years.

Snooker champion Tessa Davidson announced as Sports Personality of the Year

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Regional Law Firm finalist for National Family Innovator Award

Regional law firm SE-Solicitors shortlisted for British Family Law Award

Banbury YSU took part in their local 2023 Remembrance Parade.

St John Ambulance calls for new Youth Team Volunteers in Banbury

Lifestyle

Rotarians and Guides with Santa Clause

Rotary club's Christmas float raises over £1,000

Pursue the Northern Lights, delve into vibrant Icelandic culture or seek solitude. Picture – Adobe

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Make your visit to Portugal’s coastal capital an unforgettable journey. Picture – Adobe

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A view of the pools area at the Bahia Principe Sunlight Tenerife

Why people keep on coming back to the Bahia Principe Sunlight in Tenerife

Increasing cost of Christmas food shop (photo: Adobe)

How to cope with cost of Christmas price hike

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Emergency crews at Babbs Mill Lake, Kingshurst, Solihull, West Midlands. December 11, 2022.

Video looks back at the tragic loss of the Babbs Mill Boys in icy lake

These are the most loved and hated Christmas traditions

These 'new' Christmas traditions are slowly pushing old ones out

Swimsuit collection designed for those spending Christmas abroad

Cars on fire at Bristol Airport

Moment fire "completely destroyed" cars parked at airport

Cameron McNeil drove his car through a tornado in Clarksville, Tennessee on Saturday Picture: Cameron McNeil / SWNS

Dashcam captures man driving through deadly tornado

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Floods warnings issued as Storm Babet hits areas near Shipston

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