Local News from Thursday, May 14th, 2026

Most people faced with the difficulties of Oshia Samuel-Mitchel would struggle to make it out of bed in the morning, let alone be setting their sights on a Master’s Degree in Nursing.

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the multi-million-selling, internationally acclaimed novel, has announced its Milton Keynes return.

Adults balancing responsibilities such as work and childcare will now have a new route into university and college thanks to radical reforms to create a new, more flexible student finance system.

Milton Keynes man Sha Khan is celebrating following his completion of the Chiltern Hills 100K Trail Ultra Marathon at the weekend.

Members of the major Milton Keynes bus operator, Stagecoach East, have embarked on a major health and wellbeing challenge – to walk the equivalent of Lands’ End to John O’Groats.

Cranfield University and King’s College London have announced that the two universities have signed an agreement as the first step towards a merger.

Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a serving officer has been charged with assault by beating. 

Dozens of drivers and spectators are being issued final warnings by Thames Valley Police and Milton Keynes City Council.

Two pubs in Milton Keynes have teamed up with The Chatty Cafe Scheme, a national non-profit initiative that’s designed to combat loneliness.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist exposed himself inappropriately to a woman in her forties.

A nationwide community choir is encouraging people across Milton Keynes to “take action” for their wellbeing through the power of singing during Mental Health Awareness Week this week.