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Red Bull Racing have today announced that Gianpiero Lambiase will leave the team at the end of his contract in 2028.

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Police are appealing for witnesses following an arson in Milton Keynes. 

A special birthday cake for a very special birthday will be part of the celebrations at The Brooklands Centre in Newport Pagnell today.

A paw-some time is ahead with the return of the Big Doggie Do next month, which will be packed with pooch-themed shows, displays, activities, talks, stalls, food and more.

It is a real calender highlight in the picturesque town of Stony Stratford, when 100s of classic cars and bikes visit the town in a marvellous display of retro and super cool bodywork.

Acclaimed comedian Andy Hamilton will return to Milton Keynes next month.

Green fingered Milton Keynes shoppers have contributed more than £2,700 towards Dobbies Garden Centres' national charity partnership with Alzhemer's Research UK.

A number of people from Milton Keynes are readying themselves for this weekend's hike up Mount Snowdon.

Firefighters have been kept busy across Milton Keynes over the past few days, with assistance called for at a number of incidents.

driveJohnson's has been crowned National Driving School of the Year at the prestigious Intelligent Instructor Awards.

Willen Hospice's shop and cafe in Woburn Sands is being refurbished to give customers a better experience and help raise more money for local palliative and end-of-life care.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery that occurred in Central Milton Keynes.

Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, the seminal American novel about racial injustice and childhood innocence will play at Milton Keynes theatre from Tue 19 - Sat 23 May.

Millions of drivers who could be owed money from the historic mis-selling of car finance risk missing out on their share of an £8.2 billion compensation scheme covering about 14 million agreements.

One of the UK’s leading adoption charities is looking for an adoptive family for a bright and engaging little boy.

A new initiative aimed at supporting parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) has launched here in the new city. 

Emily's Star, the Milton Keynes-based charity which provides Mini Packs for families with babies in neonatal care across the UK, is celebrating its 14th birthday today.

The co-founder of The Henry Allen Trust took to social media earlier today, with a heartbreaking appeal urging people to lend their support to secure the future of the charity.

Shoppers at thecentre:mk were left feeling uneasy as 100s of youngsters gathered at the shopping hub on Saturday, following an East Egg Hunt.

East West Railway Company (EWR Co) has announced details of its last route-wide consultation on the latest designs for the project which will link Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Cambridge.  

A selection of artwork created by learners from Milton Keynes charity MK Snap is now on display at Unity Place.

Staff from a national housebuilder have raised almost £30,000 for a Milton Keynes charity thanks to an annual campaign led by its employees. 

Fire crews from Broughton and West Ashland were called to a road traffic collision at Monkston Roundabout on Saturday evening.

The Milton Keynes Brick Festival returns this May and is gearing up to be a brick-tastic celebration.

Have you seen Aaliyah? She is 15-years-old and was last seen at 7.30pm yesterday (Monday) in Old Windsor.

A group of friends are stepping up and preparing to complete a skydive in support of their friend following his devastating cancer diagnosis.

Those out enjoying the fresh air with some leisure time at Caldecotte Lake recently might have run into a Transformer in training!

When we are still celebrating Easter, thoughts of Christmas probably aren't at the forefront just now.

A man is taking on an extreme endurance challenge for young people with cancer.

FIRST BASE Ground Screws UK Ltd has relocated its office and warehouse to a new facility at Alston Drive in Bradwell Abbey.

Starting tomorrow (April 7) Milton Keynes City Council will be carrying out roadworks on some sections in the following areas.

Police have released a CCTV image in connection with a theft and assault in Milton Keynes.

As a two-time cancer survivor, Lisa Bennett is ideally placed to deliver the free coaching programme, The Hardest Part Comes After.

Milton Keynes Theatre is delighted to unveil its vibrant Summer Season for 2026.

Celebrating 10 years of volunteer power at Willen Hospice’s Stony bookshop.

Fans invited to watch from the pitch inside a 30,000-capacity stadium, alongside live performances from Basement Jaxx and more ahead of kick-off.

The Open University will lead in driving a new wave of innovation across the central area of the Oxford–Cambridge Growth Corridor, including Milton Keynes.

Eagle Glebe Cricket Club has grown substantially over the past couple of years, and now boasts an adult team, two youth teams, the Eagle Cup and the Wavendon Cup.

A Browns Wood–based personal trainer is running Boxercise classes to support people living with Parkinson’s disease in Milton Keynes.

The hands-on promo day will give businesses and residents a first look at this summer’s major charity event.

Unity Allstars MK have returned triumphant from the ICC Nationals, one of the most prestigious competitions in the UK cheerleading calendar.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following an arson in Milton Keynes.

Kym Marsh speaks with MKFM ahead of her visit here, to star in Single White Female at MK Theatre.

Milton Keynes is first when it comes to recycling, and the second highest performer in the country according to new Government figures.

Three men have been jailed after they were seen with knives in a Milton Keynes shopping centre.

The spotlight of April’s Meet of MK network event will fall on an MK charity doing exceptional work with canines.

Today (April 1) is National Walking Day today and The Parks Trust has announced the line-up for Milton Keynes’ annual Walking Festival returning to the city’s parks in May.

A Milton Keynes-based amateur dramatics group is marking an impressive 40 years of continuous theatre-making with a special programme of productions this year.

Milton Keynes Islamic Arts and Culture (MKIAC) is marking its 25th anniversary this year, celebrating a quarter of a century of bringing arts, heritage and creativity to communities across the city. 

Mélanie Astles, one of world’s top female pilots, will be displaying at Shuttleworth's Festival of Flight this summer.

The New Inn in Bradwell has today unveiled the findings of a ten-day strategic review into the long-term future of the business.

iFLY at Xscape Milton Keynes is taking indoor skydiving to a whole new level of innovation with the launch of iDRY.

Milton Keynes City Council has today revealed its boldest digital innovation yet: the world’s first Robot Mayor.

The family of Gary Stanley who died in Milton Keynes on Saturday 28 February have released the following tribute to him.

The Wetland Arc stretches across the north of Milton Keynes and is made up of 355 hectaresof linear parkland, nature sites and floodplain meadows along the course of the River Great Ouse.

The British Hen Welfare Trust (BHWT) is holding an urgent rehoming event in Great Brickhill on Saturday.

A father and son have successfully completed a 75.1-mile charity walk, raising more than £4,000 for the Frank Bruno Foundation.

People voting in the upcoming local elections in May can apply for a Voter Authority Certificate, a free form of ID that can be used to vote at a polling station.

The Living Archive is celebrating the past, present and future of local Hip Hop, through the voices, moves and creativity of the people who shaped it.

The Community Fund provides bi-annual funding for voluntary and community groups that support the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Police and Crime Plan key priorities.

Hundreds of new city residents turned out in force at Saturday’s Together Alliance anti-racism march in London.

Last week we encouraged you to get out and show your support to new city ice hockey team, Milton Keynes Thunder.

Police have been tackling county drugs lines in Milton Keynes with a day of targeted activity to disrupt offenders and support victims.

Milton Keynes bus operator, Stagecoach East has introduced a major new online facility, allowing customers to get a discount by buying bundles of tickets at the same time on its app.

Milton Keynes lady Lizzie Deane is celebrating after leading the Hawkstone Farmers Choir to a prestigious Golden Buzzer on the current series of Britain’s Got Talent.

Firefighters from West Ashland dealt with the fire on Saturday night.

MERKUR Casino Milton Keynes is sponsoring the MK Weekender 2026, taking place at Campbell Park in August.

Tickets are on sale for the first ever Milton Keynes Comedy Festival, which will bring some of the UK’s best‑known comedians to venues across the city centre this summer.

Exciting green projects were front and centre of MK College Group’s fourth annual College in the Community Day last Wednesday.

Here is the list of planned roadworks in Milton Keynes which will be taking place on some sections in the following areas in the coming days.

The Mayor of Olney, Cllr Debbie Whitworth, is inviting everyone to explore the town this Easter.

Diaspora Calling! will make its UK debut in the new city this August, with a major open-air event at Milton Keynes National Bowl. 

Police in Milton Keynes have taken to social media to explain the importance of Stop and Search Powers, following an arrest in the city last week.

Police are continuing to appeal for information in relation to Kieena-Jay, who is missing from Barnet in London.

Famous safari park launches pioneering development.

Foundation is latest organisation to benefit from Meet of MK business event.

Police and council action after persistent drugs and noise complaints.

MK Central Station will join the FlixBus sustainable network.

New CCTV camera for High Street coming from cash allocation.

Olney representative farm case adjourned until summer.

It’s top marks for teacher training.

Funding will provide new opportunities for performer.

Specialist officers have been at Centre:MK today responding to reports that a man, who was part of a group of men, had been seen with a knife shortly after 2.15pm.

Milton Keynes Thunder will take on Invicta Mustangs in the first round of the NIHL 2 playoffs on Saturday evening - and they want you on side to cheer them on.

Hundreds of youngsters will enjoy free football camps this Easter, thanks to a new partnership between MK Dons FC’s charity and The George Baldock Foundation.

Stony Stratford bakery Woodstock’s is splashing out the dough and moving to new premises so that you can enjoy even more freshly baked bread!

A spectacular spring day out is heading to Silverstone this April as Japfest, Europe’s biggest Japanese car show, celebrates its 10th anniversary with an action-packed event for all ages.

People over-60 are frequently stereotyped as an ‘ageing generation’, but research says that here in the new city, the generation is embracing a ‘second adolescence’.

The Body Shop will celebrate its 50th anniversary tomorrow (Friday), and to mark the milestone the brand is hosting a retail celebration at its store in Milton Keynes.

The Collaboration Choir is taking its singers out into the streets for a series of pop-up performances this Saturday - and they will be in tune and on song in Milton Keynes.

Nearly half of the UK population now owns a bike, but cycling conditions vary dramatically depending on where you live - and the new city is the best!

The Women Leaders Awards 2026 are now officially open for nominations, following a launch event held at Aiimi in Milton Keynes.

Bletchley Park Veterans welcomed a visit from His Royal Highness earlier this week, marking the 30th anniversary of The Duke of Kent’s Patronage.

Students and staff at Milton Keynes College are taking part in 'College in the Community Day' across the city today.

More than 1,100 pupils across Milton Keynes have received a visit from the ‘Dennis to the Rescue’ mobile classroom.

Milton Keynes' Highways Department are undertaking a consultation on road safety along Walton Road in Wavendon with a range of future options.

Milton Keynes Food Bank is experiencing high use its services, and is having to buy most of the food it is currently distributing to keep up with demand.

The aircraft which King Charles learned to fly in, the Royal Chipmunk, will fly at Shuttleworth's Wings & Wheels Air Show in May.

Milton Keynes City Council and Higgins Partnerships have started work to build 66 new council homes at the former Cripps Lodge site in Netherfield. 

Marston Vale Community Rail Partnership (CRP) is celebrating national recognition after winning ‘Best Community Engagement Project’ at the 21st Community Rail Awards.

An appeal to help a group of footballers from Milton Keynes represent their city at the first Special Olympics GB National Games this summer has been launched by a local charity.

Set in on-stage pub The Jungle, The Choir of Man is the best trip to your local you'll ever have.

Carol Georgiou’s family has released a tribute to her, following the conclusion of court proceedings in a murder investigation.

A controlling husband who killed his wife by drowning her in their garden hot tub has been jailed for life.

Guests at Willen Hospice’s annual Charity Gala have helped raise £58,000 to care for and support local people affected by life-limiting illness.

As you might have seen from our posts a little earlier today, Milton Keynes City Council has unveiled an early version of the city’s new Jennie Lee statue.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a sexual assault in Buckingham yesterday (Monday).

Milton Keynes City Council has set aside £100,000 to help deliver 16 new community projects across the city’s towns and parishes.

Community groups and environmental projects are being encouraged to put forward their ideas for using community funding generated by a longstanding Milton Keynes wind farm.

Feeling peckish? New city restaurant Maaya is now open from midday everyday.

A tiny kitten found collapsed by the side of a road has made a remarkable recovery thanks to swift veterinary care, a life-saving blood transfusion, and the kindness of a donor cat and his owner.

Two fire crews from West Ashland, and one from Broughton, were called to a road traffic collision involving a single vehicle that had collided with a building in Bletchley's Queensway.

A new mini rollercoaster called The Wriggler will open in time to entertain youngsters at Gulliver’s Land this Easter.

Milton Keynes City Council is investing £40,000 to boost the city’s grassroots music venues.

Milton Keynes City Council has reached a major milestone in its large scale regeneration project in Bletchley, with almost 200 new homes on The Lakes Estate completed and families now moving in.

Police have issued a vehicle crime alert in the new city, following several incidences over the past few evenings where criminals have targeted vans.

The recent Festival of Running held in the new city earlier this month has swelled the Harry's Rainbow charity coffers by more than £20,000.

Milton Keynes City Council is currently carrying out roadworks on some sections across the new city.

Six men from across Milton Keynes are preparing to complete a 100km walk along the South Downs Way in just 24 hours, to raise money for two great causes.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in Stoke Hammond yesterday.

Milton Keynes influencer Hannah Burgess is one of the best in the business.

A Milton Keynes content creator has won a regional travel award after building a platform focused on making luxury travel more affordable and accessible.

Milton Keynes City Centre has outperformed national trends across retail spending and visitor activity, according to the latest MyMiltonKeynes City Centre Insights.

Milton Keynes Development Partnership (MKDP) has confirmed the completion of the first batch of the 78 properties.

A popular local venue is encouraging visitors to leave phones in bags this Easter.

When Morse met Morse sidekick in Milton Keynes.

Willen Lake event to boost neurological condition awareness.

More than 30,000 fixes completed since consultation.

Near misses reported on ‘confusing’ road junction.

City ranked highly in leading Sunday Times survey.

New programme will increase reliability of 999 service.

Penalty points handed down after illegal pickups.

Teenage girl approached by man asking for directions.

City’s industries celebrate the ‘Power of Partnerships’.

MKFM has teamed up with Santa Claus to ensure that the big man in the red suit will be able to hear all your Christmas wishes this festive season.

The Mayor of Milton Keynes, Councillor James Lancaster, is calling on residents to nominate individuals or groups that have made an impact in our communities for the Milton Keynes Mayor's Awards 2026.

Former England cricketer Darren Gough has been announced as the quiz master for Harry’s Rainbow’s next Question of Sport event, to be held at Stadium MK in February 2026.

A major national miniature and cultural attraction 'celebrating the spirit, heritage and innovation of the United Kingdom' will open in the new city in 2028.

Businesses are being invited to help create a rainbow over Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas to help support bereaved children.

With many students across Milton Keynes collecting their GCSE results today (August 21), plenty of places across the city are offering some delicious deals as a well done.

A ride of remembrance: local cyclist to ride 152 miles in memory of late community leader Ranjit Singh.

City looks blooming in scheme to support biodiversity.

Dog detective charity hoping to sniff out new local support.

Bereaved kids fund calling for support from local businesses.

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.

Trev could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (22/04) to see the highly-anticipated War Horse and here is his full review...

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.

Trev could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (15/04) to see the highly-anticipated Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake and here is his full review...

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 secured a fourth place finish in their debut NBL 1 campaign as they ran out 82-75 winners over Essex Rebels.

MK Breakers made it three wins in a row as they overcame Loughborough Riders 89-81 at Bletchley Leisure Centre on Wednesday evening.

Midweek Basketball returns to Bletchley Leisure Centre this Wednesday evening as MK Breakers host Lougborough Riders in what has potential to be the game of the season. Tip-Off is 7pm.

A shorthanded MK Breakers team picked up a crucial 92-85 win over the Bradford Dragons on Saturday evening.

Carly from the MKFM Team was invited along to The Comedy Cow for their Comedy Prime Cut. Here is her review...

Carly & Jo from the MKFM team were invited down to Tuk Tuk Thai in Fenny Stratford to enjoy a team lunch, here is their review...

Carly from the MKFM team was invited along to The Residence Bar & Kitchen in The Hub to preview their Royale Brunch. Here is her review...

Trev could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (18/03) to see the highly-anticipated Only Fools & Horses and here is his full review...

The MK Breakers came up short in the KitKing Trophy Final as the Reading Rockets completed a double overcoming the Breakers 97-75 in Surrey.

MK Breakers and Hemel Storm played out a game of the season contender as both sides went toe to toe for four quarters of high-level NBL 1 Basketball.

Basketball fans are in for a thrilling Saturday as both the Milton Keynes Breakers Women’s and Men’s teams hit the court at Bletchley Leisure Centre.

Milton Keynes Breakers picked up their fifth successive win this weekend and climbed to third in the NBL 1 Table in the process as they overcame Loughborough Riders 90-82.

Carly could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (18/02) to see the highly-anticipated Ghost Stories and here is her full review...

Milton Keynes Breakers overcame second placed Reading Rockets on Sunday evening with the Breakers running out 90-89 winners in one of the games of the season.

Carly could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (10/02) to see the highly-anticipated The Rocky Horror Show and here is her full review...

Award winning Tina Turner tribute act is coming to Milton Keynes with her best show ever.

Carly could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (28/01) to see the highly-anticipated Dear Evan Hansen and here is her full review...

Milton Keynes Breakers suffered mixed fortunes this weekend in two closely fought games against London Cavaliers and Derby Trailblazers respectively.

MK Breakers returned to Bletchley Leisure Centre as they faced off against Reading Rockets, it wasn’t to be a repeat of the 2024 National Cup Final, however, as the Rockets ran out 92-73 winners.

The sponsorship deal will provide new kits to all Junior National League teams and support off-court activities within the local community.

Milton Keynes Breakers make their home NBL Division 1 bow this weekend as they welcome Newcastle Knights to Bletchley Leisure Centre with tip-off scheduled for 5pm.

Nate Robinson poured in a career-high 43 points, including 9 3-pointers, to see the MK Breakers past the Bradford Dragons 78-123 on Saturday evening in Halifax.

Milton Keynes Breakers are back in NBL Division 1 action this weekend as they travel north to face Bradford Dragons.

The Milton Keynes Breakers are thrilled to announce that fan-favourite Chris Tawiah has re-signed with the club for the 2024-25 season.

Milton Keynes Breakers continue their KitKing Trophy exploits this weekend as they host Bradford Dragons in the Quarter-Finals at Bletchley Leisure Centre this Saturday for a 5pm Tip-Off.

Milton Keynes Breakers and Loughborough Riders played a Game of the Season contender on Saturday afternoon as the Breakers ran out 80-77 winners despite trailing by seven points with six minutes left to play.

Milton Keynes Dons have bolstered their squad ahead of the 2024-25 season with centre back Laurence Maguire.

Milton Keynes Dons have today announced former Stockport County midfielder Connor Lemonheigh-Evans as their first signing of the summer.

Thames Valley Police and Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary are launching the rollout of new Taser devices.

The World Premiere of brand new musical A World Divided will open for one night only at Milton Keynes Theatre this month.

The January transfer window has slammed shut, and Milton Keynes Dons have seen nine total moves across the window.

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