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The surge in property prices, climbing interest rates, and monthly mortgage repayments means that buying a home has become a far tougher ask than a few years ago.

The importance of keeping pet microchip details up to date has been highlighted after a family from Milton Keynes was reunited with their beloved cat -  more than five years after he went missing.

Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a man and a woman have been charged in connection with a stabbing in Bletchley.

It is supposed to be the time for giving, but cruel thieves broke into Wolverton's Namji Restaurant last night.

Firefighters from Broughton worked with the water rescue unit from Newport Pagnell to come to the rescue of a swan at Willen yesterday.

MP for Milton Keynes North Chris Curtis praised Bellway’s Greenleys Gardens development in the city for its ‘strong focus on community facilities’ following a visit to the site last week.

Keep the party vibes live this Christmas with a trip to see The Darkest at the Craufurd Arms on December 28.

A new Charities Hub in Galley Hill funded by Milton Keynes City Council has opened with a ribbon cutting event.

 Police have released an e-fit image in connection with a sexual assault in Milton Keynes.

Following an investigation by Milton Keynes City Council, Seif Salim Ali, 52, of Vellan Avenue, Fishermead has been ordered to pay nearly £1,200 in fines and costs for dumping rubbish illegally in Milton Keynes.

Police have responded to an incident in Deanshanger at the weekend, which saw a large police presence in the area.

A couple from Woburn Sands who lost two family members to brain tumours have lit up their house in festive lights to raise money to fund research into the disease.

One of Santa's most trusted workshop elves has left the North Pole on Santa's orders to carry out a special winter mission at Barratt and David Wilson Homes' developments across the new city.

Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas! Here’s the latest December news from Camphill MK. Season’s Greetings from all of us!

City-based musician Mick Abrahams - an original member of the band Jethro Tull - has passed away. He was 82-years-old.

Following last week’s fire at Pets at Home in Rooksley, the company has issued a release to reassure customers that no animals were trapped in the building during the incident.

The Pallets of Hope campaign, an initiative from Franklins Solicitors, has helped bring vital support and festive cheer to families facing hardship across Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas this Christmas.

With December 25 just days away, Milton Keynes Hospital is calling on family and friends to help get their loved ones home before the holiday season. 

Officers from Counter Terrorism Policing South East (CTPSE) have charged a man from Bletchley in connection with terrorism offences.

As festive celebrations take place around the city, Milton Keynes City Council has been sharing advice with staff at pubs and bars to make sure local people have a fairer and safer experience.

Appliances and crews from Broughton and Newport Pagnell were called to a lorry fire on Friday morning.

The UK’s biggest Muslim youth organisation, The Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association UK (AMYA), is preparing for its annual New Year’s Day Street cleaning initiative in Milton Keynes.

The RSPCA is inviting animal lovers across Milton Keynes to pick up their knitting needles and crochet hooks to help pets in need this winter, as part of its Big Give Back to Animals appeal.

Award-winning restaurateur Naseem Khan has just cooked up another win - taking the title of Curry Queen at this year's 10th Asian Food & Restaurant Awards, which were held in London earlier this month.

A puppy that was born at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is set to become a super sniffer with Medical Detection Dogs (MDD) after passing all his assessments.

Police in Milton Keynes are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage following a serious injury collision in which the driver of one of the vehicles involved left the scene.

Boxing Day set for nomination entries.

Centre mourns passing of WRNS operator.

Arrest following incident at Co-op this week.

Trust protects 6,000 acres of city’s green space.

Council staff face abuse from motorists as thousands of tickets issued.

Children’s charity in spotlight at next business networker.

YMCA Mlton Keynes share a case study of how they supported Alex in moving on from homelessness.

Youth leader recognised in major honours.

Tonight one of busiest of the year for 999 crews.

‘Watershed moment’ as Government publishes Violence Against Women and Girls policy.

Supermarket bays get tougher enforcement.

Could this BE any more exciting?! The UK & Ireland tour of FRIENDS! The Musical Parody will be entertaining audiences at Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 13 - Sat 17 Jan 2026.

City features in new survey’s top 20 costliest places for new homes.

Animals relocated during fire.

Mulligans is providing the ultimate family-only celebrations for the New Year in Milton Keynes with crazy golf, tasty food and drinks, plus an early countdown.

Forget stepping into Christmas, from December 22-31 ninjas can jump, swing and leap into the festive season at Ninja Warrior UK Milton Keynes with special Christmas sessions and activities.

Staff, students and governors at Milton Keynes College have spread Christmas cheer in the community by giving Christmas gift bags to young people spending the festive period at YMCA Milton Keynes.

Croudace Homes has helped bring festive cheer to Bow Brickhill Church of England Primary School by donating a real Christmas tree this December.

After a record-breaking year, Reggae Land will return to Milton Keynes National Bowl on August 1 & 2, 2026 for its sixth and biggest edition yet. 

Milton Keynes played host to an inspiring evening of celebration as the Milton Keynes, Bucks, Beds & Northants Black Excellence Awards brought together leaders, professionals, creatives and community champions.

Christmas for one mum from Milton Keynes is now looking all the more festive, thanks to kindness shown by the volunteer-led community group Mental Health Cleaning.

A 21-year-old man has been charged in connection with an incident in Wolverton at the weekend.

Police are appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery in Bletchley this morning (17/12).

Rail passengers have been urged to plan their journeys ahead of a major programme of improvement work near Milton Keynes.

Takings at a popular fish & chip shop in Milton Keynes have taken a battering after the business was forced to shut up shop for two months.

In a major boost for the local economy, planning permission for Universal Destinations & Experiences has been approved by the Government.

Forget stepping into Christmas, from 22nd to 31st December, ninjas can jump, swing and leap into the festive season at Ninja Warrior UK with special Christmas sessions and activities.

A new city-based charity is appealing for donations from the public to help them to help others this festive season.

Confectionary fans will be pleased to learn that a brand new pick and mix store has just opened its doors in the city.

His usual mode of transport is a sleigh, but Santa has been switching it up - and has been spotted driving one of Bill’s Coaches here in the new city.

Patients in Milton Keynes have been asked to help the local NHS to preserve care for those who most need it, ahead of a national strike by resident doctors which started this morning (December 17).

The M1 Northbound between Junction 14 (Milton Keynes) and Junction 15 (Northampton has reopened this morning.

Counter Terrorism Policing South East (CTPSE) has arrested a man in Milton Keynes today (Dec 16) in connection with terrorism offences. 

One hundred and thirty members of the Milton Keynes Armed Forces community gathered at Capt Ridley’s Wetherspoons in Bletchley on Saturday morning, for the Armed Forces Christmas Breakfast.

Police in Milton Keynes have confirmed that a girl who went missing from the new city has been located safe and well.

MyMiltonKeynes BID has revealed a major refresh of its Tap to Donate machines, giving them a striking new look designed to catch the eye and inspire even more generosity across Milton Keynes City Centre.

More than two decades after being inspired by British adventurer Debra Searle, Stu King is set to follow her lead - by rowing across the Atlantic!

People across Milton Keynes are turning to artificial intelligence to help ease the pressure of Christmas preparation, according to a local housebuilder.

A Liberal Democrat parliamentary bill calling for a stronger trade deal with Europe and a return to UK-EU customs union has passed its first reading in parliament.

A businesswoman from Milton Keynes is calling for more young people, especially women, to consider careers in the building materials industry.

Emma Reynolds MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, recently visited the Floodplain Forest Nature Reserve here in Milton Keynes.

A community-led outreach event to support people experiencing homelessness in the area has been hailed a great success.

Police are appealing for witnesses after an incident of dangerous driving in the new city.

A man had to be freed by firefighters following a two car collision on Chaffron Way late last night.

Taylor Wimpey has made a generous foodbank donation to the MK Foodbank in Milton Keynes to support the charity during the festive period.

'Do you know this person or is this you?' That's the question being asked by police in the new city.

As Strictly Come Dancing fans look forward to the 2025 final this weekend, a Milton Keynes manufacturer is preparing for its own next step in an ambitious growth journey.

When Newport Pagnell pet store All-Dis Pet Malarkey shut up shop after six years of trading this summer, shoppers could find some comfort that the family-run business still had a store in Wolverton. But now they've issued a devastating update.

The start of a new week in the new city brings a new list of road and pothole repair work, which might impact your planned journey across Milton Keynes.

The importance of getting your pet microchipped has been proven after one local moggy who went missing years ago has just been reunited with his owner.

Milton Keynes is home to a new world record holder after Amy Dyson took the title for collecting the largest compilation of Tomb Raider video games in the world!

Police in Milton Keynes have released an e-fit image after a teenage girl was sexually assaulted on the Redway.

Police information appeal backed up by image.

Campaign open to find new council members.

Charity plea for help as winter months approach.

More space, greater technology and new equipment among improvements.

General admission and VIP hospitality tickets are now available for SMK Live.

Big switch-on shines a light on local charity.

Serious injuries in Furzton collision.

A teenager who is a regular at Daytona Milton Keynes is currently stateside preparing to compete in the F.A.T Karting League finals.

Businesses in Milton Keynes have been showing their generosity, and donating to a large homeless outreach event which being hosted this Saturday in Central Milton Keynes.

Lib Dem councillors have welcomed the news that from 2028/29, the Government will take full responsibility for all future SEND spending, shifting the growing financial pressure away from councils. 

Taylor Wimpey South Midlands has donated 74 socks, gloves, scarves and hats to YMCA Milton Keynes, the only provider of supported housing dedicated to young adults in Milton Keynes, as part of its Wrap Up Warm campaign.

Bletchley Park has been named Large Visitor Attraction of the Year in the 2025-26 Beautiful South Awards for Excellence, awarded by Tourism South East.

A team from Milton Keynes-based thyssenkrupp Materials were among company members who laced up their boots and took part in The BIG Walk Challenge for Cancer Research UK.

A Cranfield University team designing a next-generation emergency response flyer is one of the Stage Two Prototype winners of a global competition.

​​​​​​​A Milton Keynes wellbeing charity has turned leftover greenery from tree work into Christmas wreaths, thanks to a donation from Browns Tree Solutions.

Milton Keynes AI Media startup MirrorMe AI was featured by the BBC on Politics East at the weekend.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a fail-to-stop incident in Wolverton on Sunday (December 7) afternoon.

The Chabad Jewish Centre of Milton Keynes is to host a public menorah lighting and Chanukah party at Bletchley Park this Sunday (Dec 14).

A man has been charged in connection with a burglary in Milton Keynes, after approximately £3,000 in cash was stolen.

Two people were injured in a collision in Furzton yesterday evening.

The developers creating brand-new communities in Milton Keynes are taking steps to ensure their homes earn a special spot on Santa’s route this Christmas.

More than 100 council tenants have moved into brand-new homes on Bletchley's Lakes Estate as part of the City Council’s major regeneration programme.

The City Council has welcomed thousands of pounds worth of festive food, gifts and other support donated by local businesses, organisations, and communities to its 10 Family Centres.

Insect bombs were responsible for a false alarm which had mobilised seven appliances and fire crews, and three officers, yesterday afternoon.

Andrew Georgiou, aged 44, of Holywell Place, Springfield, Milton Keynes, pleaded guilty to one count of murder during a hearing at Aylesbury Crown Court today (December 9).

This festive season, Midsummer Place is embracing the spirit of ‘kindness’ with the release of its heartfelt Christmas short film.

Letters to Loved Ones service is available in the run up to the festive period, offering a way to stay connected with inpatients when a personal visit is not possible.   

An independent business owner from Milton Keynes has laid bare the difficulties he, and others like him, face in the new city.

Four trainees who applied for newly qualified (NQ) roles in 2025 have been retained by law firm, Dentons, with all accepting full time roles.

A boy from Newport Pagnell will use peddle power to raise money for two charities later this month.

The National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has announced the prestigious Star Council Awards finalists – and Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes Association of Local Councils have been shortlisted in the County Association of the year.

Songs from the City is the title of a new album created by a group of Milton Keynes songwriters that Living Archive MK has been working with for the past 18 months.

Woburn Safari Park is celebrating a heart-warming new arrival, a tiny Guianan squirrel monkey baby, born to first-time mum Willow and dad Murphy.

Newport Pagnell pub The Dolphin is celebrating a super successful year of fundraising, which has seen it raise more than £9,000 for 14 different charities.

Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the wellbeing of Andrew, who has been missing since Saturday.

The Spinal Injuries Association (SIA), is the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury - and if you act promptly you could help the charity swell its coffers in time for Christmas.

A young girl from Newton Leys has become a star on social media after a magical meeting with Wicked star Cynthia Erivo.

Police are appealing for help to locate the 17-year-old, who has been missing since December 2.

Steven Eagell Group, the UK’s leading Toyota and Lexus retailer, has received two prestigious automotive industry accolades.

Denbigh Hall Sports & Social Club in Bletchley has been crowned Darts Club of the Year at the prestigious 2025 Club Mirror Awards.

A former Commis Chef Apprentice from Milton Keynes College returned to pass on her pasta-making skills to the latest cohort of learners.

Stadium MK announce SMK Live headliner Basement Jaxx alongside artists including Clean Bandit, Ella Henderson, Jax Jones and Moonchild Sanelly.

The organisers of the Milton Keynes Dragon Boat Festival are thrilled to announce that entries are now open for the 2026 event, promising to be the most spectacular festival yet.

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.

The National Theatre's smash-hit production Dear England to play Milton Keynes Theatre from 20th until 24th January 2026.

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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