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MKFM Reviews
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MKFM Review: Sukhothai - Thai Massage and Spa
Lia from MKFM Drive was invited to the new spa and massage centre in the historic town of Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, and here is her full review...
Local News
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Which roads will be closed for the Milton Keynes Marathon on Bank holiday weekend?
With the Milton Keynes Marathon returning on Sunday 5th and Monday 6th May, a number of roads will be closed.
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Police appeal for witnesses following a robbery in Milton Keynes
The incident occurred at approximately 10.20pm on Friday 19 April at Briar Hill in Stacey Bushes.
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Olney retailers unite to raise over £6,000 for Willen Hospice with charity fashion show
A charity fashion show hosted by Olney's top fashion retailers has successfully raised over £6,000 for local palliative care charity Willen Hospice.
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Cranfield University leads UK research sector in new commitment for sustainable practices
Committing to reduce the environmental impacts of its research activities, Cranfield University has joined organisations in the UK research and innovation sector as a founding signatory to a new agreement on research and innovation practices.
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New Musical Theatre Saturday School launches in central Milton Keynes
Arts1, a performing arts school in Milton Keynes, has announced the launch of its latest program, the Arts1 Musical Theatre Saturday School, starting on the 18 May 2024 for kids aged between 4-17.
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Local restaurant celebrates Love MK Day with unique Pay-What-You-Like lunch
Maaya Indian Kitchen & Bar in The Hub is proud to announce its participation in Love MK Day on Thursday 2 May, with a special pay-what-you-like lunch event from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM.
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Milton Keynes charity invites multi-faith communities to talk openly about death, dying and grief
Willen Hospice, in partnership with Gamiel Yafai, author & award-winning diversity & inclusion strategist, invites the community to an open roundtable discussion event focused on "The Way We Talk About Dying Matters."
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Milton Keynes theme park hailed a great place to work as it celebrates its 25th birthday
Two long-serving employees at Gulliver’s Land have praised the theme park’s strong teamwork ethic as it marks its 25th birthday.
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Man sentenced for child sex offences in Milton Keynes
Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police a man has been sentenced to over 8 years after being convicted of child sex offences.
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Milton Keynes Breakers trio win National Awards
Jordan Spencer, Chris Tawiah and Buai Luak have all been recognised in the Basketball England end of Season Awards for NBL Division 2 South. The awards are voted by the coaches of opposing teams in the league.
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Aqua Parcs Milton Keynes launches £3,000 schools competition
Aqua Parcs, Willen Lake, which opens on Saturday 4 May, is thrilled to announce the launch of an innovative schools competition that is set to ignite the imaginations of young minds across the region.
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More than 32,000 new homes needed in Milton Keynes by 2040
Milton Keynes needs to build more than 32,700 new homes in less than two decades to meet the needs of the city’s 2040 population.
Thames Valley Police
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Young people in Milton Keynes invited to rap, speak or write about knife crime
As part of Milton Keynes' Month of Action Against Violence, Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Barber has launched a rap and spoken word competition, ‘The Knife Sentence’.
MK's Finest
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MKFM Review: Greek Grill Cafe's vegetarian breakfast
Jodie Erica visits Greek Grill Cafe to try their delicious looking vegetarian breakfast, here is her full review...
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MKFM Review: Five Akhi's deliver to MKFM for a team lunch
The MKFM team had food from Five Akhi's delivered to their studio to enjoy a team lunch, here is their review...
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MKFM Review: Layaly Zaman
Jodie Erica visits Layaly Zaman restaurant and shisha bar to try a variety of their dishes and shisha, here is her full review...
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MKFM Review: Olé Tapas Bar in Milton Keynes
Charlotte from the MKFM news team was invited down to try the tapas at Olé Tapas Bar in Wolverton, here is how it went...
MK Dons News
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MK Dons suffer misery against Mansfield Town, effectively guaranteeing playoffs
Milton Keynes Dons suffered a heavy 4-1 loss to promotion rivals Mansfield Town at Stadium MK, putting their hopes of automatic promotion effectively out of reach.
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Huge promotion clash for MK Dons at Stadium MK this weekend
MK Dons are looking forward to what could be a season-defining match against Mansfield Town this weekend.
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MK Dons net five in dominant win over Walsall
Milton Keynes Dons banished the demons of their disappointing loss to Stockport County with a much-needed 5-0 victory over Walsall at Stadium MK.
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MK Dons have potentially season-defining opportunity this weekend
Milton Keynes Dons face a potentially season-defining opportunity when they travel to take on Stockport County this Saturday (23rd March).
MK Breakers Basketball Club News
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Milton Keynes Breakers host Teeside Lions in playoff quarter-final
MK Breakers homecoming having lifted the NBL Division 2 South title takes place this Saturday as they host Teesside Lions as the NBL Division 2 Play-Offs begin.
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Milton Keynes Breakers crowned NBL Division 2 Champions
Milton Keynes Breakers secured promotion into NBL Division 1 on Saturday afternoon as Jordan Spencer secured victory in the final 8-seconds to secure a 104-96 win over Team Solent Kestrels.
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Milton Keynes Breakers travel to Solent for league decider this Saturday
MK Breakers face arguably the biggest game of their short history this Saturday as they make the journey to the south coast to face Team Solent Kestrels in their final regular season game.
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Milton Keynes Breakers defeat Westminster 125-76
The Breakers continued their impressive run of form overcoming Westminster Warriors 125-76 in an entertaining clash at Bletchley Leisure Centre.
Latest Travel
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Which roads will be closed for the Milton Keynes Marathon on Bank holiday weekend?
With the Milton Keynes Marathon returning on Sunday 5th and Monday 6th May, a number of roads will be closed.
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Milton Keynes passengers travelling to and from London Euston urged to ‘check before you travel' this Early May Bank Holiday
London Euston station will be closed to all but London Overground services on Sunday 5 May for essential railway improvements over the Early May Bank Holiday.
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Roadworks taking place across Milton Keynes this week
From 15 April 2024 Milton Keynes City Council will be carrying out roadworks on some sections in the following areas.
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Travel News (LIVE MAP)
MKFM provides a comprehensive local travel news service for Milton Keynes both on air and here on our website. Use our interactive map to see the latest incidents in our area.
MK Jobs
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Popworld
Popworld Milton Keynes are currently recruiting a Sales & Events Executive. Find out more information about the role and how to apply here...
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Stadium MK
Stadium MK currently have a wide range of jobs available to join their varied teams. Find out more information about the roles and how to apply here...
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iNREACH Group
iNREACH is your one-stop business partner for all technology solutions in IT, Telecoms, and Managed Print in Milton Keynes, and across the UK.
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MK Act
MK Act are currently recruiting a Finance Manager, Family Support Worker, and Independent Domestic Violence Advocate. Find out more information about the roles and how to apply here...
Technology in MK with BizTech
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Biztech Tech Talk - Critical Thinking: what is it and why should we care about it?
You may have heard of ‘critical thinking.’ But you may not know what it means exactly.
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The best technology to help businesses scale up
In this digital age, technology is crucial for businesses to grow and expand.
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How can I use technology to grow my business?
Successfully establishing a new business is commendable. However, it is only half the battle won. What comes next is equally challenging and crucial.
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Top 5 technology trends for small and medium businesses
In this ever-evolving digital landscape, small and medium businesses face numerous challenges when using technology.
MK Lightning News
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MK Lightning ready to kick off 20th anniversary season this weekend
The All In Black Milton Keynes Lightning are set to kick off their 20th anniversary season this weekend when the League & Cup competition begins
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MK Lightning roster set for the new season
The Milton Keynes Lightning have set their final roster ahead of the 2022/23 NIHL National season.
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Tim Wallace returns as MK Lightning player-coach next season
The All In Black Milton Keynes Lightning have announced that Tim Wallace will return to the team next season, in a multitude of roles both on and off the ice.
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Surprise coaching shake-up for MK Lightning
The All In Black Milton Keynes Lightning have announced a surprise coaching shake-up ahead of the 2022/23 season.
MK City Council News
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Waste collections in Milton Keynes to continue as normal on Bank Holiday Monday
Milton Keynes Council is reminding residents that waste collections will continue as normal during the Bank Holiday weekend.
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Businesses encouraged to express interest in e-cargo bike rental scheme in Milton Keynes
MK Council is encouraging businesses to express their interest in a new eCargo bike rental scheme and help achieve the city’s carbon reduction ambitions.
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£2.4m awarded to support new MK university
Milton Keynes has been awarded more than £2.4m to create an innovation hub at the city’s proposed university MK:U.
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Milton Keynes Council gets gold award for its Armed Forces support
Milton Keynes Council’s support of the Armed Forces has been awarded gold status in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
National News
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Rishi Sunak says migrants going to Ireland shows Rwanda scheme is working as a deterrent
Migrants travelling to Ireland after arriving in the UK on small boats is a sign the Rwanda scheme is already working as a deterrent, Rishi Sunak has said.
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Tory MP Dan Poulter defects to Labour over NHS 'chaos'
Conservative MP and former health minister Dan Poulter has defected to Labour.
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Rageh Omaar says he was 'determined to finish presenting programme' after becoming unwell live on air
ITV News broadcaster Rageh Omaar has said he was "determined to finish presenting the programme" after returning home following hospital treatment.
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Humza Yousaf: Scotland's first minister claims Holyrood election could be called - as vote of no confidence looms
Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf claims a Holyrood election could be called as he refuses to say if he will resign if he loses a looming vote of no confidence.
Showbiz
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Rageh Omaar says he was 'determined to finish presenting programme' after becoming unwell live on air
ITV News broadcaster Rageh Omaar has said he was "determined to finish presenting the programme" after returning home following hospital treatment.
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Om Fahad: Iraqi social media influencer shot dead by motorbike gunman
A well-known Iraqi social media influencer has been shot dead in her car by a gunman who was on a motorbike.
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Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney: Trains named in Wrexham owners' honour
Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have had two new Welsh trains named after their home cities.
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R Kelly loses appeal to overturn 20-year sentence for child sex abuse
R Kelly's challenge against a 20-year sentence for child sex convictions has been quashed by an appeals court.
Destination MK
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Les Miserables comes to Milton Keynes Theatre
See you at the Barricade... The World's favourite musical LES MISERABLES comes to Milton Keynes Theatre
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Destination Milton Keynes and McDonald’s help Keep Up the Clean Up on #LoveMK Day
The seventh annual #LoveMK Day is being held this year on Thursday 2nd May.
Sport
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Mo Salah and Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool forward appears to clash with manager on touchline at West Ham
Mo Salah and Jurgen Klopp clashed on the touchline during Liverpool's 2-2 draw at West Ham.
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Arne Slot to Liverpool is an example of Premier League clubs and supporters wanting their coaches 'untainted'
After spending 48 hours immersed in the world of Arne Slot, it is easy to convince oneself that Liverpool have identified football’s next super coach. A man operating at the tactical vanguard, an expert in man management, and a master of the media.
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Pep Guardiola: Premier League title race still wide open with Man City and Arsenal not safe from suffering setbacks like Liverpool
Pep Guardiola has warned Manchester City and Arsenal could slip up similarly to Liverpool – and reckons the Premier League title race is still wide open.
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Adrian Newey: How legendary designer's departure from Red Bull could impact Max Verstappen, Christian Horner and Ferrari
Following Adrian Newey's decision to leave Red Bull, Sky Sports F1 analyse the wider impact the legendary designer's impending departure could have on the team.
Strange News
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Tourist fined for getting too close to Walrus in Norway
A tourist has been fined NOK 12,500 Norwegian Kroner (£900) for approaching a walrus in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard.
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Boy, 13, finds 'holy grail' Lego octopus piece from sea spillage in 1997
A rare Lego piece that fell into the sea in 1997 has been found by a 13-year-old boy in Cornwall.
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Moulin Rouge: Windmill blades fall off overnight
The windmill blades of the Moulin Rouge, the most famous cabaret club in Paris, have fallen off.
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Dog rescued after getting trapped under home in Swansea
A dog has been rescued after getting trapped under a kitchen at a home in Swansea.
Videos
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Disgruntled school worker accused of using AI to create fake recording of principal on racist rant
A high school athletics director has been accused of using AI to create a fake recording of the principal going on a racist and antisemitic rant.
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Humza Yousaf vows to stay in power - as pressure builds on his government
Embattled Humza Yousaf has told Sky News he will not resign as Scotland's first minister.
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Rishi Sunak says migrants going to Ireland shows Rwanda scheme is working as a deterrent
Migrants travelling to Ireland after arriving in the UK on small boats is a sign the Rwanda scheme is already working as a deterrent, Rishi Sunak has said.
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Anti-immigrant camp in Dublin 'not about racism', residents say
In the nation of 'Cead Mile Failte' (a hundred thousand welcomes), the residents of Coolock want to shut the door.
Business
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Hunt calls Dorneywood summit to boost flagging UK stock market
Jeremy Hunt is convening a summit aimed at enticing more companies to London's stock market amid an accelerating exodus of businesses being picked off by overseas and financial predators.
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Russia sanctions-busting? Big questions remain over UK car exports
The extraordinary, unprecedented and largely unexplained flows of millions of pounds of British luxury cars into states neighbouring Russia continued in February, according to new official data.
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Superdry landlord M&G eyes challenge to rescue plan
The owner of Superdry's flagship store in central London is weighing a challenge to a rescue plan that would impose steep haircuts on the struggling chain's landlords.
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NatWest becomes latest UK bank to report sharp drop in profits
NatWest Group has become the latest UK banking giant to report a sharp drop in earnings for the first three months of the year.
Technology
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Fallout: The nuclear-powered gaming brand capturing new audiences
A new update has been released for the nine-year-old video game Fallout 4, the first of its kind for the hit title since 2017.
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Disgruntled school worker accused of using AI to create fake recording of principal on racist rant
A high school athletics director has been accused of using AI to create a fake recording of the principal going on a racist and antisemitic rant.
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World's first jab to stop skin cancer being tested in UK patients
The world's first personalised mRNA cancer jab for melanoma is being tested in British patients.
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There's a new trade war brewing - over global dominance in the electric car market
There's a trade war brewing between China and the West, at stake is who will dominate the global market for electric vehicles.
News Extra
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MKFM REVIEW: Aladdin at Milton Keynes Theatre
The MKFM team were invited to see Aladdin at Milton Keynes Theatre, running until Saturday 19th May and here is our review…
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Is Hollywood smile permanent?
The Hollywood smile is not a permanent procedure, but it can last long if you do the right things.
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Milton Keynes Marketing share their top 10 SEO tips
Milton Keynes Marketing, experts in digital marketing, share their top 10 SEO tips for local businesses to use and boost their website coverage.
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MKFM Review: Cluedo 2 at Milton Keynes Theatre
The MKFM team were invited to see Cluedo 2 at Milton Keynes Theatre, running until Saturday 20th April and here is our review…
Local Music
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Mid Week Music dates confirmed for February at The Italian Sul Lago
The Italian Sul Lago restaurant has confirmed the new Mid Week Music dates for February with a wonderful array of talented singers and musicians.
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Milton Keynes indie band to celebrate new EP launch at MK Sports Bar & Lounge
Celebrate Bluewall's debut EP 'Double Denim' with guest performances at MK Sports Bar & Lounge this Friday the 12th of August.
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New Milton Keynes rock band to headline first show at MK Sports Bar & Lounge
Box Monster Promotions presents new local rock band The Bronze, they are inviting you to their EP release show on the 26th of August 2022.
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Introducing Debris, a female led four-piece band from Milton Keynes
Debris, a very promising and strong female teenage-led band in Milton Keynes releases new debut EP 'Mona Lisa', alongside an acoustic rendition of EP's leading single 'Portrait'.
Sponsored Stories
Local News
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Which roads will be closed for the Milton Keynes Marathon on Bank holiday weekend?
With the Milton Keynes Marathon returning on Sunday 5th and Monday 6th May, a number of roads will be closed.
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Police appeal for witnesses following a robbery in Milton Keynes
The incident occurred at approximately 10.20pm on Friday 19 April at Briar Hill in Stacey Bushes.
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Olney retailers unite to raise over £6,000 for Willen Hospice with charity fashion show
A charity fashion show hosted by Olney's top fashion retailers has successfully raised over £6,000 for local palliative care charity Willen Hospice.
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Cranfield University leads UK research sector in new commitment for sustainable practices
Committing to reduce the environmental impacts of its research activities, Cranfield University has joined organisations in the UK research and innovation sector as a founding signatory to a new agreement on research and innovation practices.
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New Musical Theatre Saturday School launches in central Milton Keynes
Arts1, a performing arts school in Milton Keynes, has announced the launch of its latest program, the Arts1 Musical Theatre Saturday School, starting on the 18 May 2024 for kids aged between 4-17.
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Local restaurant celebrates Love MK Day with unique Pay-What-You-Like lunch
Maaya Indian Kitchen & Bar in The Hub is proud to announce its participation in Love MK Day on Thursday 2 May, with a special pay-what-you-like lunch event from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM.
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Milton Keynes charity invites multi-faith communities to talk openly about death, dying and grief
Willen Hospice, in partnership with Gamiel Yafai, author & award-winning diversity & inclusion strategist, invites the community to an open roundtable discussion event focused on "The Way We Talk About Dying Matters."
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Milton Keynes theme park hailed a great place to work as it celebrates its 25th birthday
Two long-serving employees at Gulliver’s Land have praised the theme park’s strong teamwork ethic as it marks its 25th birthday.
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Man sentenced for child sex offences in Milton Keynes
Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police a man has been sentenced to over 8 years after being convicted of child sex offences.
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Milton Keynes Breakers trio win National Awards
Jordan Spencer, Chris Tawiah and Buai Luak have all been recognised in the Basketball England end of Season Awards for NBL Division 2 South. The awards are voted by the coaches of opposing teams in the league.
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Aqua Parcs Milton Keynes launches £3,000 schools competition
Aqua Parcs, Willen Lake, which opens on Saturday 4 May, is thrilled to announce the launch of an innovative schools competition that is set to ignite the imaginations of young minds across the region.
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More than 32,000 new homes needed in Milton Keynes by 2040
Milton Keynes needs to build more than 32,700 new homes in less than two decades to meet the needs of the city’s 2040 population.
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