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Free gas safety checks offered for over-65s in Milton Keynes
Many older people rely on gas fires or older heating systems and may not realise they aren’t as safe as they should be.
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Milton Keynes Uni explores animal-free alternative to egg protein
Cranfield researchers are developing a new way to produce ovotransferrin, a valuable protein found in chicken eggs
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Milton Keynes College lecturer gives keynote address on Black Metal music
Dr Jasmine Hazel Shadrack addressed a conference at the University of the Sorbonne in Paris.
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Can you brighten the lives of cancer patients in hospital this Christmas?
People in Milton Keynes are being given the chance to show adults in hospital that they are in our thoughts at Christmas.
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Milton Keynes volunteers at the heart of renewed Parks Trust accreditation
Investing in Volunteers (IiV) is the UK quality standard for organisations that work with helpers.
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Milton-Keynes business scoops 'Best Place to Work' award
The Stacey Bushes-based business took the gong at a leading industry awards.
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Mocked for trying parkour, Milton Keynes beginners are winning people over
A class from the UK's first parkour gym has reached nearly 2.5 million views and almost 150,000 shares on social media.
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Milton Keynes centre says 'Hello' to campaign supporting retail workers
The shopping centre backs Retail Trust’s Let’s Respect Retail campaign ahead of the busy Christmas shopping season.
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Russell Brand jailed for rape and sexual assault offences
The 51-year-old used his fame and celebrity status to pursue advances with women as "a calculated sexual predator", prosecutors said.
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Collaboration Choir Milton Keynes join Pudsey and pals in flashmob hit
The 'Super Choir' of 350 singers surprised Londoners with Children in Need flashmobs.
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Milton Keynes Police secure closure order on home
On Friday (Nov 6), officers from the South Neighbourhood Policing Team secured a full Closure Order.
National News
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Claude maker Anthropic seeks $1.4trn valuation amid worry over AI investment
AI chatbot maker Anthropic is seeking a stock market valuation of up to $1.4trn (£1trn).
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Pupils suffered 'dreadful abuse' over decades at Edinburgh Academy, inquiry finds
Pupils at Edinburgh Academy suffered "dreadful abuse" over four decades while the school sought to protect its reputation and ignored complaints, the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry has found.
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At least 12 killed in Bulgaria motorway pile-ups involving dozens of vehicles
At least 12 people have been killed in two motorway pile-ups in eastern Bulgaria, the country's health minister said.
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Scots urged to use A&E 'only when necessary' amid 'significant pressures'
Scotland's A&E departments are under "significant pressures" heading into winter, the nation's health secretary has conceded.
Local Business
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Local Business
Local business news from in and around Milton Keynes!
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MKFM Welcomes Drift Kitchen & Bar, Willen Lake as our new Breakfast Show Sponsor
Great food, stunning views and unforgettable experiences in the heart of Milton Keynes.
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Milton Keynes-based trainer champions neurodiversity training and coaching
Garner Training Solutions is helping organisations turn neuroinclusion into everyday practice through specialist neurodiversity training and coaching for line managers.
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Milton Keynes clinic’s private CAMHS service is getting young people help in weeks, not years
Makewell’s nurse-led service for 8–25 year olds has supported many children, teenagers and young adults since launching in July 2026.
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Trusted, evidence-based expertise from The Female Health Doctor in Milton Keynes
The Female Health Doctor, a private, women-led GP clinic based in Milton Keynes is back to answer your questions.
News Extra
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How to find events in the UK before you arrive
Moving somewhere new brings a list of tasks. Figuring out what is happening once you arrive often falls to the bottom of that list. This should not.
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How Milton Keynes residents are planning their Christmas budgets this year
Christmas is on its way and many BMK households are beginning to plan presents, 'treat' food, travel, and trips out with the family.
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Before the first coaching session: What should the coach and client agree up front?
Starting a coaching relationship well requires more than enthusiasm, because useful work depends on shared expectations from the beginning.
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How Milton Keynes independents can turn one-off visits into regulars by email
Plenty of independent shops and cafés around Milton Keynes already hold the start of a mailing list.
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How to make your tech last longer and shop smarter this Black Friday
Black Friday has a way of making even a perfectly good phone suddenly feel outdated, with every advert nudging you toward the newest model.
MK Dons News
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Collins scores four as Milton Keynes Dons hit Doncaster for six
The final result at Stadium MK was 6-1 to the Dons.
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Match preview: Milton Keynes Dons vs Doncaster Rovers
MK Dons will be looking to make it three wins in a row against Doncaster Rovers at Stadium MK on Saturday afternoon.
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Milton Keynes Dons to mark Armed Forces Day
Fans asked to take part in remembrance service before game.
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Goals galore as Milton Keynes Dons cruise to victory
The final result at Stadium MK was 4-1.
MK Breakers Basketball Club News
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Milton Keynes Breakers enjoy pair of Halloween wins
They played back-to-back games against Nottingham Hoods.
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Milton Keynes Breakers hold on to beat Bristol
After last weekend’s win over Derby Trailblazers, MK Breakers Men were back in British Championship Basketball action as they travelled south to take on Bristol Flyers II.
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Milton Keynes Breakers defeat Rockets in overtime thriller
MK Breakers Men knew that a win over COB Rockets last weekend would secure their place in the BCB Trophy Quarter Finals.
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Milton Keynes Breakers topple Riders in trophy clash
MK Breakers Men welcomed Loughborough Riders to Bletchley Leisure Centre on Sunday in their latest BCB Trophy outing.
Sport
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Man Utd's transfer policy to blame for club's worst Premier League start and not Michael Carrick, says Paul Merson
Sky Sports' Paul Merson believes Manchester United’s transfer strategy is to blame for their worst start to a top-flight season instead of head coach Michael Carrick.
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Chelsea not showing the consistency to get Champions League football this season, says Paul Merson
In his latest Sky Sports column, Paul Merson gives his view on Chelsea's defeat to Sunderland - as Xabi Alonso's inconsistent start to life at Stamford Bridge continues.
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England Test squad for South Africa: Uncapped spinner Liam Patterson-White called up and Jacob Bethell returns
England have called up uncapped left-arm finger spinner Liam Patterson-White for this winter's three-Test series in South Africa, while Shoaib Bashir has dropped down to the Lions squad.
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Tom Brady leaves Birmingham: NFL legend and minority owner makes shock departure after three years
Birmingham have announced the shock departure of NFL legend Tom Brady as minority owner with the club sitting top of the Championship table.
Latest Travel
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MKFM Reviews
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MKFM Reviews
You can find out where the MKFM team have been recently and the places we recommend in Milton Keynes.
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MKFM Review: Matilda the Musical, Milton Keynes Theatre
Fi could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (29/10) to see the highly anticipated Matilda the Musical and here is her full review...
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MKFM Review: Single White Female, Milton Keynes Theatre
Caroline could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (21/04) to see the highly-anticipated Single White Female and here is her full review...
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MKFM Review: Dear England, Milton Keynes Theatre
Carly could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (20/01) to see the highly-anticipated Dear England and here is her full review...
Showbiz
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Katherine Ryan feels 'grief and relief' over Brand guilty verdict
Comedian Katherine Ryan has said she feels "grief and relief" after Russell Brand was convicted of rape and sexual assault.
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Ground Force presenter Tommy Walsh has died
Ground Force presenter Tommy Walsh has died at the age of 69 following a "long illness", his agent has confirmed.
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Tributes paid to celebrity hairstylist John Frieda who has died aged 75
Tributes have been paid to British celebrity hairstylist and beauty brand entrepreneur John Frieda who has died aged 75.
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Actress Selma Blair says she's 'so sorry' in first public remarks since incident on plane
Selma Blair has spoken publicly for the first time since she was charged with assault following an incident on a plane earlier this month.
MK Jobs
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MK Jobs
Are you seeking a new career in Milton Keynes? Take a look at current vacancies that our partners have.
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Prestige Lawns
Prestige Lawns is looking for an exceptionally capable, experienced landscaper/multi-skilled installer to join our growing team.
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ABL Recruitment
ABL Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of an established organisation for a highly capable administrator to join a busy specialist team.
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Heald Solicitors
Heald Solicitors are seeking a highly organised and proactive Secretary to join their respected and expanding Private Client team in Milton Keynes.
Strange News
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I was badly hurt in a dog attack - and cases are getting worse
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What we learned during Donald Trump's surprise Q&A
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How US Marines deter Russia from this remote Finnish island
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Bugatti's CEO Mate Rimac chases down car thief - then offers him lift home
The head of the luxury car-maker Bugatti has promised to stop leaving his keys in his own car after his £2m model was stolen from a company site in Zagreb.
Videos
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Finland's navy chief says Russia's presence in the Baltic Sea may have peaked for now
Russia may have reached the limit of its "peacetime" ability to project force in the Baltic Sea, with the maritime situation "tense" but "stable", the head of Finland's navy has said.
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Thames Water agrees funding into next year ahead of November deadline
The UK's biggest water company has agreed to a funding deal, allowing it to continue operating until autumn next year ahead of a November deadline.
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Harry delivers solo speech to EU parliament after Meghan pulls out
Prince Harry has delivered a keynote address to the European parliament on online child safety, a day after his wife, Meghan, pulled out of what should have been a joint speech.
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France blames Iran for massive cyber attack on supermarket fridges
France has accused Iran of being behind the massive cyber attack on supermarket fridges last month.
Business
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Claude maker Anthropic seeks $1.4trn valuation amid worry over AI investment
AI chatbot maker Anthropic is seeking a stock market valuation of up to $1.4trn (£1trn).
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FBI to investigate Nvidia CEO over affair with alleged Chinese spy, Trump says
Donald Trump has said the FBI is looking into Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with an alleged Chinese spy - but insisted he is a "very honourable man".
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Fintech unicorn Zilch lands £165m debt boost as listing beckons
Zilch, the consumer payments app which has become one of Britain's most valuable fintechs, has secured a further £165m in borrowing firepower ahead of a prospective London flotation.
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Medicinal cannabis producer Grow Group weeds out new funding
A medicinal cannabis producer which distributes products in the UK and two other countries has struck a multimillion-pound refinancing deal after deciding against an outright sale.
Technology
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Claude maker Anthropic seeks $1.4trn valuation amid worry over AI investment
AI chatbot maker Anthropic is seeking a stock market valuation of up to $1.4trn (£1trn).
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FBI to investigate Nvidia CEO over affair with alleged Chinese spy, Trump says
Donald Trump has said the FBI is looking into Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with an alleged Chinese spy - but insisted he is a "very honourable man".
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FDA orders blindness risk warning on weight loss drugs
Companies making popular weight loss drugs, including Ozempic and Wegovy, will be required to add a warning label about a rare eye condition that can cause blindness, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has said.
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Government considering banning under-16s from Vinted and eBay
The government is seriously considering banning children from online sales platforms such as eBay and Vinted, the culture secretary has said.
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Tell us your storyMKFM always wants to hear your stories about your city.
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Free gas safety checks offered for over-65s in Milton KeynesMany older people rely on gas fires or older heating systems and may not realise they aren’t as safe as they should be.
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Milton Keynes Uni explores animal-free alternative to egg proteinCranfield researchers are developing a new way to produce ovotransferrin, a valuable protein found in chicken eggs
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Milton Keynes College lecturer gives keynote address on Black Metal musicDr Jasmine Hazel Shadrack addressed a conference at the University of the Sorbonne in Paris.
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Can you brighten the lives of cancer patients in hospital this Christmas?People in Milton Keynes are being given the chance to show adults in hospital that they are in our thoughts at Christmas.
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Milton Keynes volunteers at the heart of renewed Parks Trust accreditationInvesting in Volunteers (IiV) is the UK quality standard for organisations that work with helpers.
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Milton-Keynes business scoops 'Best Place to Work' awardThe Stacey Bushes-based business took the gong at a leading industry awards.
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Mocked for trying parkour, Milton Keynes beginners are winning people overA class from the UK's first parkour gym has reached nearly 2.5 million views and almost 150,000 shares on social media.
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Milton Keynes centre says 'Hello' to campaign supporting retail workersThe shopping centre backs Retail Trust’s Let’s Respect Retail campaign ahead of the busy Christmas shopping season.
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Russell Brand jailed for rape and sexual assault offencesThe 51-year-old used his fame and celebrity status to pursue advances with women as "a calculated sexual predator", prosecutors said.
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Collaboration Choir Milton Keynes join Pudsey and pals in flashmob hitThe 'Super Choir' of 350 singers surprised Londoners with Children in Need flashmobs.
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Milton Keynes Police secure closure order on homeOn Friday (Nov 6), officers from the South Neighbourhood Policing Team secured a full Closure Order.
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