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For the first time in 33 years, the holy month of Ramadan and the season of Lent began on the same day. 

The Women Leaders Awards 2026 will officially launch next week with a free event in Milton Keynes, bringing together professionals, businesses and community leaders from across the region.

The Chief Inspector of Prisons has warned of serious failings at the Milton Keynes prison which holds some of the country’s most dangerous offenders.

Wolverton music hub The Craufurd Arms is hosting an Easter Community Trail with a difference - and by taking part you will be helping to raise the volume at the much-loved venue.

Revolución de Cuba Milton Keynes is celebrating after being acquired by NEOS Hospitality, a move that ensures its doors will remain open in an exciting new chapter.

A new family-focused role play centre and café, Play Lane, is making waves in Milton Keynes just five months after opening.

Mental Health Awareness Week will shine a light on all things wellbeing this May, and here in the new city, ((BOUNCE)) is encouraging people to try their sessions for free.

Milton Keynes has been named the best place in England for children to enjoy an outdoor childhood, according to new research examining playground access, green space and road safety.

Milton Keynes has today been longlisted to become the UK City of Culture 2029, securing £60,000 from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport to develop its full application.

A Victoria sponge cake auctioned at Thame Farmers Mart has helped raise nearly £2,000 towards funding a convoy of 15 vehicles and vital medical supplies.

Cllr Alison Andrew is calling on Milton Keynes Council to strengthen their stance on the ways in which roads and pavements are repaired across Milton Keynes.