The rural crime police found and recovered a red Ducati Monster in the Cane End area of south Oxfordshire, close to Reading.

According to officers, the bike was involved in an incident last month where it failed to stop for blue lights and made off in a “dangerous” manner having crashed into a police van.

It was found on Wednesday evening, May 13.

The Ducati Monster is a popular motorbike made by the Italian manufacturer since the early 1990s.

Some 350,000 Ducati Monsters have been produced since the model’s introduction in 1993, making it the best-selling and longest-running motorcycle in Ducati’s history.

Its often credited in the motorbike world as being the one that ‘saved Ducati’ due to its popularity and cheap development costs

Green Templeton College’s long‑running Management in Medicine Programme has been shortlisted for the Empowering People Award.

The university‑wide awards celebrate outstanding contributions across Oxford’s collegiate community, with nearly 170 entries submitted across 13 categories this year and more than 1,000 individuals nominated.

Shortlisted as one of the five nominees in the Empowering People category, the Management in Medicine Programme is recognised for empowering medical students and healthcare professionals to develop their management and leadership potential.

The programme helps those working in and around healthcare build the skills and knowledge needed to navigate today’s complex health and care systems.

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Programme lead Dr Nicholas Hicks said: “This recognition reflects the commitment of everyone who contributes to the programme, including our speakers, participants and colleagues across Green Templeton and the wider university.”

The Management in Medicine Programme offers workshops, seminars and a shadowing scheme focused on healthcare leadership, service improvement and the practical challenges facing NHS and other health organisations.

The Management in Medicine team will present their work at the Vice‑Chancellor’s Awards Showcase at the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities on Tuesday, June 2.

The winners and highly commended nominees will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday, June 4.

A new community food garden has opened outside Donnington Doorstep and the Community Centre at Donnington Townsend Square, turning an underused patch of land into a productive and social space for residents of all ages.

The project was led by Earthwatch Europe and the Donnington Tenants and Residents Association (DTRA).

Councillor Susan Brown, leader of Oxford City Council, said: “It’s fantastic to see this space come to fruition—what was once underused is now a thriving place for people to grow food, connect, and take pride in their community.”

The garden features four raised planters, including a dedicated herb bed, as well as a picnic bench and additional seating at the centre.

A community planting day held on April 17 brought together residents of all ages to help establish the garden.

The planters will be cared for by members of the community, including the Donnington 50+ Group.

Funding for the project was provided by Earthwatch Europe, with additional funding provided by Oxford City Council and Oxfordshire County Council.

Through its Nature in Cities programme, Earthwatch Europe is helping to make urban areas greener and healthier places to live.

Louise Hartley, head of nature in cities at Earthwatch Europe, said: “We are delighted to have supported the creation of the Donnington food garden and to be working together with the local community and Oxford City Council.

“The planting day was fantastic and shows how local nature spaces can make a big difference—growing fresh food, bringing people together, and creating a space the whole community can enjoy.”

The project has already sparked strong community involvement.

Melanie Mendonca, a resident and member of the DTRA, said: “A dedicated herb bed has been created for use by the Community Café at Donnington Doorstep.

“Members of the Donnington 50+ Group have committed to helping maintain the planters following their exercise sessions.

“Families from the mothers and toddlers group also took part in the planting day, with children taking home sunflower seedlings to nurture at home.”

Alongside the new food garden, Oxford City Council has upgraded the nearby play area with improved equipment and safety surfaces, further enhancing the public space for families and children.

The Donnington Food Garden is a great example of this – bringing people together to connect with nature and take action in their community.