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Author: Sonja Francis

  • 25/08/10….ThameNews.Net, ithame and now…… Thametv.com

    THE innovative market town of Thame, Oxfordshire, was a pioneer with the launch of its own, dedicated news website in 2003, the first to have its own iphone app. earlier this year, and now this modest little community is about to get its very own online video channel.

    The Oxfordshire based based film production company, Scissor Paper Stone Ltd is launching an online video production channel intended to showcase businesses, activities and events in and around Thame.

    The launch of www.thametv.com will be marked by an innovative video called: “One Voice” where residents of Thame will be given a chance to have their say about the area.

    To take part, contact info@scissorpaperstone.tv, join the Scissor Paper Stone Facebook group or look out for flyers in the Town Centre.

    Scissor Paper Stone MD, Emma Lowndes, directed the ithame programme and ten spin off videos showcasing local businesses earlier this year. These videos will feature on the website along side the One Voice programme and coverage of several local events such as the Chinnor Beer Festival, and Towersy Festival which take place over this Bank Holiday Weekend.

    If you own a business you would like featured on the website, or have an opening or event you would like to promote, please contact emma@scissorpaperstone.tv for further information.

  • 27/08/10….Thanks for keeping us informed!

    Dear Editor, I’ve said it before but congratulations on the way you fulfil the duty and the pleasure of local journalism:, i.e. keeping people informed.

    Your report yesterday on the meeting about the future of Thame hospital is a splendid example of that and, as an old hack myself, may I say that you’ve got a very good note!

    Regards,
    Norman Brand
    Thame

  • 25/08/10…..Plea for privacy for murdered man’s family

    THE police officer in charge of the investigation into the murder of a Thame hotel employee, has asked that his family now be left if peace to mourn him.

    Det Ch Insp Steve Tolmie, said this afternoon: ?I am aware that there has been some speculation surrounding the circumstances of Mr Varian?s death in the local media.

    ?Thames Valley Police can confirm that Mr Varian died as a result of decapitation.

    ?This was a horrific and callous murder and I would request that Mr Varian?s family are now given the privacy they deserve to mourn their loved one.?

    Jonathan Limani, 33, has been charged with murder and remanded to provisionally appear at Oxford Crown Court on October 22.

  • 25/08/10…Warning as thefts of Land Rover Defenders increase

    THIS is a Community Message from Thames Valley Police. The Police have noticed an increase in the theft of Land Rover Defenders across the Vale of White Horse and South Oxfordshire. If your Land Rover is not fitted with security such as an immobiliser or tracker, please contact your dealer and consider ensuring your vehicle has all the necessary devices to make your security robust.

    Always lock and secure your vehicle and never leave keys in the ignition. If you have any information regarding this message, please contact the Police on 08458 505 505 and say you are responding to a Ringmaster message. Please also pass the information on this message to any of your friends or family who own a Landrover Defender. Thank you. Message ends.

    If you have any information in relation to this message, please contact Thames Valley Police on 08458 505 505

    To find out more about Thames Valley Police in your area – please go to our website at: www.thamesvalley.police.uk

    If you have information about crime but do not want to speak to the police, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

  • 25/08/10…..First League victory for Thame United

    LEAGUE MATCH – August 24, 2010 – BRACKNELL TOWN 2, versus THAME UNITED 3 – MATCH REPORT by Jake Collinge:

    UNITED secured their first three points of the season at Bracknell on Tuesday evening, although the score line does little to reflect their dominance of the game.

    After a flurry of corners for United in the opening few minutes, the deadlock was broken after five minutes with a goal that was simple in both construction and execution. A long kick from Thame keeper, Milan Barisic, was headed on by striker Aaron Rogers to Ben Connelly on the wide right. Connelly played the ball back to Adam Rhodes, whose first time cross was met by the head of Alex Stewart who confidently guided the ball beyond the home keeper. Stewart then nearly doubled the lead after half an hour when his turn and shot from the edge of the box went narrowly wide of the left hand post.

    However, United only had to wait another five minutes to extend their lead. The impressive James Saulsbury controlled the ball on the edge of his own box before feeding Connelly on the right, who went beyond his marker with ease and chipped the ball to the far post where Man of the Match Stuart Braun headed home. At this point, United were firmly in control and whilst Bracknell were dangerous on the break and from set pieces, Barisic had rarely been troubled.

    The second half was only three minutes old when United increased their lead further. Stewart and Rogers combined well to put in Braun who confidently beat the keeper from close range. The game then became a midfield battle as both sides cancelled each other out, but Bracknell sensed a come back when they scored in the 77th minute. A flowing move down the right hand side resulted in a cross that Barisic did well to initially save before the ball fell at the feet of striker Dean Thomas who poked the ball through the legs of the stricken keeper. Two minutes later and Bracknell pulled another goal back. With Barisic having done well to push a 25-yard drive over the bar, the resulting corner again fell to Thomas who finished with confidence at the near post. Bracknell then pushed forward for an equaliser, but Thame defended the final few minutes well to secure their first league victory.

    United return to FA Cup action on Saturday with a home game against Lydney Town. Kick off is 3pm at AFC Wallingford.

    Thame United: Barisic, Cowan, Newell, Saulsbury (J Way), N.Rhodes, Braun, A Rhodes, Connelly, Stewart (Jones), Rogers (Stallwood), Barr.

  • 24/08/10….Thame United win cricket trophy!

    AROUND 100 people enjoyed the warm, weekend sunshine at Thame cricket ground on Sunday, many of them having not played cricket for many years, and some, like Howzat! the ladies’ team, were new to the game!

    The Fun Day was to give non members the opportunity to have a go at playing a six-wicket match and to meet club members, and to help raise funds for much-needed new nets for training and practice.

    A team made up of members, family and friends of Thame United FC won the trophy, after chasing 50 runs with two wickets to spare racked up by their nearest rivals – a team which included a group of Oxford United supporters!. A big six from Thame United Captain, Mark West made the difference in the end.

    To find out more about Thame Town Cricket Club, visit their website: http://www.thametowncricketclub.org.uk/

  • 25/08/10…Thame Rotarians respond to disaster appeals

    FOLLOWING the natural disasters in Pakistan and China, there are now millions of people in need of water and shelter, a need that has touched the hearts of The Rotary Club of Thame.

    On Saturday, August 21, the group made an appeal to the local community to support Rotary’s charities, ShelterBox and Aquabox, collecting from the public in front of a ShelterBox tent outside the Thame Town Hall.

    The ten-person tent is designed to withstand extreme temperatures, high winds and heavy rainfall. Internally, each tent has privacy partitions that allow recipients to divide the space as they see fit.

    Also on display was an Aquabox which is a robust, plastic tank with water purification tablets and packed with essential welfare items for a disaster situation. Each AquaBox can be used to purify up to 1,100 litres of polluted water, which is enough for a family of four people (drinking 10 cups per day) for about four months.

    Many people from Thame and the neighbouring villages showed their support including Lionel Morbey, Thame Town Councillor (pictured in front of the ShelterBox tent on the left, with Bob Livings on the right).

    Bob Livings, Chairman of The International Committee at the Rotary Club of Thame: “I would like to say a “Big Thank you!” to the people of Thame and villages who were so generous in donating for the Pakistan and China Appeal. The total raised was

  • 23/08/10……….Tribute to Golf Club murder victim – 14:40 hrs

    A tribute to Chris Varian, who was horrifically murdered on Saturday at the Oxfordshire Golf Club, near Thame, has been released on behalf of his family:

    “Chris was a wonderful person, everyone?s friend. You could not wish to find a harder and more honest worker.

    “He was truly a gentle man who wouldn?t hurt a fly. His passing leaves a hole in this family which can never be filled or forgotten.”

    Chris, aged 32, leaves behind his parents, brother and sister.

  • 23/08/10….Reassurance for locals following golf club murder

    FOLLOWING the violent killing of an employee at the Oxfordshire Golf Club on Saturday, the Police Commander for Oxfordshire, Chief Supt Brendan O?Dowda, said: ?I would like to reassure the community in the area that this was an isolated incident and, at this time, we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the enquiry.

    ?The incident happened in a private area at the Oxfordshire Golf Club. Local officers from the neighbourhood team will be patrolling the area and available to talk to any residents who might feel concerned or worried.”

    ?On behalf of the police I would like to offer my sympathies and condolences to the victim?s family at this difficult time.?

    Anyone who would like to speak to the neighbourhood policing team or with information about the incident is urged to contact Thames Valley Police on 0845 8 505 505.

    If you don?t want to speak to police and don?t want to leave your name contact the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.

    LINK to Youtube video of Sgt Hookham (pictured) giving assurance to local people.
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlpK7kseBPI&feature=player_embedded

  • 24/08/10…Golf club manager decapitated

    IT has been revealed today that the hotel manager, murdered on Saturday at The Oxfordshire Golf Club, was actually decapitated by his assailant.

    An employee of the Oxfordshire, Jonathan Limani, 33, who also lived at the golf club in Rycote Lane, Thame, was remanded in custody at Oxford Crown Court earlier today.

    Limani is charged with murdering Christopher Varian, aged 32, on Saturday, August 21, and is due to enter a plea on October 22.

    IMAGE: The Oxfordshire Golf Club