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Wantage News — 14 August 2026

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crime

Driver Stopped on Lark Hill Lied to Police About Vehicle Documentation

Police stopped a vehicle on Lark Hill, Wantage on 3rd August after believing it was being driven by someone without correct documentation. The driver allegedly lied to officers, claiming the car was a company vehicle.

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sport

Wantage Town FC Records Emphatic 8-1 Victory

Wantage Town secured a dominant 8-1 home win in the Hellenic League on 8th August, leading 3-1 at half-time. The team had previously lost 3-1 away to Carterton on 4th August.

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business

Court Rules on Oakland Wantage Care Home Construction Dispute

A legal case involving Oakland Wantage Care Home Limited and Stepnell Limited has been decided in the courts. The dispute concerned the final account for the design and construction of a 65-bed care home at Grove Road, Wantage.

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environment

Wantage Town Council Issues Hot Weather Safety Guidance

Wantage Town Council is urging residents to help keep Wantage safe during hot, dry weather conditions. The guidance relates to fire risks affecting the town's parks and public spaces.

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crime

Man Identified in Wantage Sainsbury's Teen Assault Investigation

Thames Valley Police has confirmed that a man sought in connection with a teen sexual assault investigation in Wantage has been identified. The appeal for information has been removed following the identification.

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transport

Denchworth Road in Wantage Closed for Roadworks Until September

Denchworth Road in Wantage will be closed to traffic from 22nd July until 1st September due to works taking place in the area. The closure affects bus services including the X35 route serving Wantage and Grove.

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In Brief

  • Police announce anti-drug operations with plain-clothes officers and dogs for Wantage and Grove
  • Dramatic police chase ends with suspected drug dealer caught in Wantage
  • Police forced entry to Wantage property after being denied access; closure order secured
  • Rural Crime Taskforce responded to hare coursing report near Wantage; suspects fled

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