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Living in Milton Keynes comes with its own set of financial challenges, but residents are sharing their savvy tips to make life more affordable.

MOBA games have a way of pulling players into intense emotional highs and lows.

Today’s economy creates brand-new requirements, forcing the residents of Milton Keynes to search for new forms of professional advancement, rather than working on a traditional basis.

Personal finance apps evolved far beyond simple expense trackers.

In strategy games, every move counts – especially when it comes to managing resources.

Local business news from in and around Milton Keynes!

Sarah from Montgomery Rox Accountancy shares her expertise on trivial benefits and explains how they can be a simple, tax-efficient way to support your business and employees.

The world’s greatest greyhound race takes place at Towcester Racecourse on 6 June 2026 - with a record-breaking all-Irish final, £125,000 at stake, and a full afternoon and evening of entertainment open to all.

As a workplace wellbeing consultant and mental health professional working with businesses across Milton Keynes, Isobel from Understanding Minds sees first-hand the impact that poor workplace wellbeing has on people and the organisations they work for.

Marrons has strengthened its Milton Keynes team with the appointment of Darcey Fisher as urban designer, bringing specialist experience in residential-led masterplanning and project delivery across the UK.

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VisitEngland has revealed the winners of its 2026 Awards for Excellence - and Bletchley Park has been recognised.

MK City Council is inviting residents to come together, connect with their neighbours and find out more about local services at a series of events taking place this year.

Willen Hospice is giving the Milton Keynes community the chance of winning a top prize of £3,000, while also supporting compassionate local hospice care.

MK-based manufacturer Niftylift has launched a new digital support platform designed to help customers around the world access technical information for their equipment more quickly and easily.

C&B Electrical Contractors Ltd has raised more than £12,000 for Milton Keynes University Hospital Charity over the last year, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the wider community.

Witnesses are being sought after a man sadly died following a road traffic collision on the A508 near Yardley Gobion.

A one-of-its kind football tournament for young people in the UK living in care and those with care experiences took centre stage at Stadium MK during half-term.

The Audi Drive Experience has launched at Silverstone, the home of British Motorsport. 

Someone who shouldn't have been behind the wheel of a car now won't be after a near miss near Central Milton Keynes.

Milton Keynes City Council is showing its support for Pride Month and has raised the flag outside its central offices.

Milton Keynes City Centre is benefitting from added petal power after 40 new floral planters have been installed across key locations.

Milton Keynes Dons earned a 0-0 draw against Newport County in new manager Paul Warne's first match in charge of the team.

Milton Keynes Dons picked up their second win of the 2024-25 season, defeating Walsall Town 1-0 at Stadium MK.

Milton Keynes Dons have completed the signing of midfielder Kane Thompson-Sommers from National League side Halifax Town for an undisclosed fee.

It's been a difficult start to the 2024-25 season for Milton Keynes Dons, who desperately need to get their season on track this weekend.

Milton Keynes Breakers will be taking over Manchester this weekend, as both our senior teams head north looking to make history in two Playoff Finals at the National Basketball Performance Centre.

Milton Keynes Breakers reached their third Playoff Final in as many years as they overcame Hemel Storm 85-86 in front of a sold out crowd in Hertfordshire.

Milton Keynes Breakers progressed into the Semi-Finals of the NBL 1 Play-Offs with a gritty win over Loughborough Riders at Bletchley Leisure Centre.

Milton Keynes Breakers begin their NBL 1 Playoff campaign this weekend as they welcome Loughborough Riders to Bletchley Leisure Centre on Saturday afternoon. Tip-Off is scheduled for 5pm.

MKFM is always on the ball for local travel

Starting today (May 26) Milton Keynes City Council will be carrying out roadworks on some sections in the following areas.

Passengers travelling during the upcoming Spring bank holiday weekend have been urged to plan ahead due to strike action.

MKFM provides a comprehensive local travel news service for Milton Keynes both on air and here on our website. Use our interactive map to see the latest incidents in our area.

Are you seeking a new career in Milton Keynes? Take a look at current vacancies that our partners have.

Intercargo Logistics are looking for a Sales Manager.

Stadium MK currently have a wide range of jobs available to join their varied teams. Find out more information about the roles and how to apply here...

Local charity, Camphill MK, supporting adults with learning disabilities, is recruiting.

The tech landscape is constantly evolving and expanding, and growth is a recurring challenge for businesses in this sector.

Can you imagine life without technology? It is everywhere – in homes, public places, and offices.

Of the many technological advances of the past few decades, Blockchain technology is one of the few that have the most potential to revolutionise businesses across all industries.

Next-generation AI chatbots have dominated the tech scene in the past few years. And for good reason.

Milton Keynes Lightning have announced that Pete Russell has agreed to a stunning return to the club following Tim Wallace's recent departure.

The Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced that Czech forward Tomas Kana will return to the club next season.

Lewis Clifford, head coach of the Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning, provided comment on recruitment for the team's new season.

The Smith Recycling Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced that defenceman Lewis Christie will be back for another season with the club.

The three Royal Navy service members who died in a helicopter crash in Devon on Wednesday have been named.

A man in his 50s is in a serious condition in hospital after being shot with a crossbow on a University of Surrey student accommodation site.

Andoni Iraola has been named Liverpool's new head coach, replacing Arne Slot.

A driver who hit and killed a teenage boy while targeting e-bike riders has been jailed for life, with a minimum term of 30 years.

Kanye West will be allowed to perform two gigs in the Netherlands after a judge shot down a Jewish group's attempt to block them.

Actor Shia LaBeouf has pleaded guilty to three counts of simple battery and was sentenced to probation for punching people outside a New Orleans bar in February during the Mardi Gras festival.

Donald Trump is considering cancelling a series of concerts after a number of artists pulled out - and holding a political-style rally instead.

The Oscar-winning editor of the original Star Wars films, Marcia Lucas, has died aged 80.

Ollie Robinson began his England Test comeback in stunning style with three wickets in his first over as New Zealand closed on 61-6 in reply to the hosts' 140 all out on a breathless, rain-affected opening day of the men's international summer at Lord's.

Man City are considering taking legal action after a Real Madrid presedential candidate said he would sign Erling Haaland, if elected.

Andoni Iraola has been appointed Liverpool head coach after Arne Slot's sudden departure from Anfield and he has a whole host of issues to find answers to before the start of the next campaign.

Maja Chwalinska became the first qualifier to reach a Grand Slam singles final since Emma Raducanu's famous US Open triumph in 2021 as the world No 114 stunned 25th seed Diana Shnaider in their French Open semi-final.

A viral buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" for its blond tuft has been spared from Eid al-Adha sacrifice after a last-minute government intervention.

The Gloucestershire cheese rolling contest's most successful ever competitor has been beaten by a German YouTuber. 

Police say a driver made an "own goal" by dangerously driving with an unsecured football net on top of their car.

A robot has become so good at playing table tennis that at times it defeated elite human players, in what has been hailed as "a longstanding milestone for AI".

SpaceX plans to raise up to $75bn (£56bn) when it goes public this month – putting Elon Musk on course to become the world's first trillionaire.

Lawyers for one of Europe's top "mafia bosses" have accused law enforcement of "kidnapping" the fugitive as part of an international underworld extradition saga.

The three Royal Navy service members who died in a helicopter crash in Devon on Wednesday have been named.

Britain's reliance on US tech firm Palantir in transforming public services is an "unacceptable point of weakness" that could leave people's private information "at the mercy" of foreign actors, MPs have warned.

Lex Greensill has agreed to a UK directorship ban of nine years following the 2021 collapse of the financing firm he ran that suffered massive losses.

SpaceX plans to raise up to $75bn (£56bn) when it goes public this month – putting Elon Musk on course to become the world's first trillionaire.

Government targets for sales of new electric cars are still far from being met, despite a leap in demand likely helped by the Iran war fuel price surge.

SpaceX plans to raise up to $75bn (£56bn) when it goes public this month – putting Elon Musk on course to become the world's first trillionaire.

Sir Keir Starmer has backed a Labour MP who is suing Elon Musk's xAI, saying the Grok chatbot was used to create fake images of her in a bikini.

Blue Origin will try to relaunch New Glenn, its huge rocket that exploded spectacularly last week, within the year.

Finding time to pump some iron a few times per week can help you live longer, experts have found.

You can find out where the MKFM team have been recently and the places we recommend in Milton Keynes.

The ‘Trocks’ give a masterclass in dance and delight, as MKFM’s Tom Johnston discovered.

MKFM’s Tom Johnston enjoyed a riotous time down at the pub last night.

Fi could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (19/05) to see the highly-anticipated To Kill a Mockingbird and here is her full review...