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Christmas Light Switch on at The Three Trees, supporting amazing local charity The Henry Allen Trust - Monday 2nd December from 4:30pm.

A court has fined John Lewis PLC £1.2m after an agency worker suffered serious injuries at its warehouse in Magna Park in 2022.

His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of the Revd Canon Dave Bull as the next Bishop of Buckingham.

Families in Milton Keynes will soon be able to access 30 minutes of quality childcare ahead of the start of the school day as the government pushes ahead with free breakfast clubs across the country.

Lexus Milton Keynes has secured £1,800 for Headway MK to support the charity in continuing its vital work of providing support and rehabilitation to those who have suffered a brain injury.

Forever Now to take place at The National Bowl, Milton Keynes 22nd June 2025.

Carly could not wait to return to Milton Keynes Theatre last night (26/11) to see the highly-anticipated Come From Away and here is her full review...

Pendulum announce their biggest ever Live headline show, making their return to the National Bowl in Milton Keynes on Saturday 9th August 2025.

Thames Valley crime chief seeks local opinion on policing budget.

Oldbrook man faces more than seven years in prison.

Thames Valley force appeal for witnesses to serious road collision.

City is UK’s number one for ‘destination shopping stays’, new independent findings reveal.

International payments specialist presents first of £1000 donations.

A Buckinghamshire couple who lost two family members to brain tumours have decorated their house in Christmas lights to raise awareness of the disease.

Draft paper contains hard choices in bid to find £20 million savings.

Police and Crime Commissioner, Matthew Barber has today (25/11) visited Thames Valley charity Hope After Harm which is providing support to victims of sexual violence across Thames Valley.

There are many ways to fundraise these days, and often the best way to support an important cause is to combine it with a personal challenge, like trekking.

Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen has claimed a fourth consecutive World Drivers Championship at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

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.

Red Bull Racing had mixed results in qualifying ahead of tomorrow's Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Chris Curtis, the Labour MP for Milton Keynes North, visited postal workers at Kiln Farm Delivery Office on Friday to find out more about what it takes to deliver letters and parcels in the peak Christmas period.

To help residents with their extra recycling during the festive season, Milton Keynes City Council will be collecting blue and red bins the week after Christmas. 

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.

Welcome to Camphill MK's newsletter. As ever, they have been busy bees and can boast a whole host of activities. If you've missed the latest on social media, here's what they've been up to this month.

Is your school closed today?

‘Don’t stop giving’ request, despite damning Sir Tom Moore report.

Child band hoping for Britain’s Got Talent success this weekend.

City becomes latest location for US toy giant.

Olney Mayor wants towns and villages to be more like Milton Keynes for disabled shoppers.

The Christmas Tree Festival vote is now open at Midsummer Place!

This year they put Milton Keynes firmly on the map, winning the 2024 Salon Awards for Best New or Refurbished Salon in Buckinghamshire.

 The event raised £46,000 to date, with approximately £13,000 going towards supporting young people living at YMCA Milton Keynes.

Camphill MK, a Milton Keynes charity that supports adults with learning disabilities, has been selected by the Big Give as one of their partners for their Christmas Challenge campaign.

Food bank calling on volunteers to live on basic rations for four days.

MKFM has just received this phone footage of a caravan blaze at the side of the road on the A421 in Kingston.

At the White Ribbon Day Vigil, a male line up will speak on the theme 'It Starts with men'.

The Tree Cathedral at Newlands is set to don its festive mantle again to host this year’s well-loved Carols event on Sunday 8th December.

As division and racism continue to challenge communities globally, Milton Keynes is choosing a different path—one of respect, joy, and celebration of multiculturalism.

City council to encourage more people to ride a bike at special event.

Volcano Falls hosts minigolf charity fundraiser.

Shopping can sometimes be stressful and overwhelming, especially for adults and children with autism and other neurodiverse conditions.

Academy is just the job when it comes to finding new skilled employees.

Too much trash and poor parking among concerns for city’s residents.

Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, a man has been jailed for drug supply offences in Milton Keynes.

City Council set to update parking charges in the centre for the first time in a decade.

Thames Valley Police and Crime Commissioner, Matthew Barber, has welcomed the start of a national Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week which will be marked by a host of activity in the Thames Valley.

Milton Keynes City Council along with partners are trialling the use of drones that could transform the way essential and emergency services are delivered in the future.

Applications for the next series of The Great British Bake Off are now open!

80th anniversary of Colossus digital computer celebrated at Bletchley Park heritage site.

Officers release image following canal vessel theft in Bletchley.

The Pup Up Café will return to Milton Keynes for the third time this year for all your pups to roam free and explore, plus photos ops and props for your four-legged friends!

City council reveals plans to make communities safer, healthier and more sustainable.

There’s still plenty of activities to enjoy across the city’s parks!

MK Food and Leisure Awards 2024 Sparkles with Success.

Two of the city’s divisions face polls.

The Lodge Milton Keynes is a Ladies’ Mental Health Support Group that hold free weekly meetings for the women of Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.

Nine year old from Milton Keynes has beaten rivals three times her age to book a place in the finals of a top music competition.

Low-income families urged to check if they qualify for free insulation and benefits.

Milton Keynes Christmas lights switch on organisers announce full star-studded line-up of social media sensations at new location.

Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen leads the Formula 1 Drivers' Standings, and he can clinch the world title in the Las Vegas Grand Prix this month.

Decision on purchase of new flats due next week.

‘Stay off the pavement’ call as city council clamps down on thoughtless drivers.

City named in official new list of motorists with no cover.

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City rail station among the stops in Remembrance event.

Poverty is now a harsh reality for many families in Milton Keynes, impacting thousands of residents, yet it often goes unseen.

The team at Brasserie Blanc MK believes that no child should go to school hungry.

In collaboration with MyMiltonKeynes and in celebration of Purple Tuesday, centre:mk, Midsummer Place and various city centre businesses will host a major city-wide event on Tuesday 12th November.

More than £1,600 raised for children’s charity in councillor’s big switch-on.

City council’s high tech event demonstrates cutting-edge technologies.

Inspiring Futures through Learning (IFtL) recently held an afternoon tea to celebrate with colleagues who have served 25 years of service across its schools.

More charging points planned in city council upgrade.

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.

Following a Stagecoach extension, Milton Keynes passengers are now able travel with a single fare for the price of £2.00 until December this year.

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.

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.

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.

Milton Keynes Dons face a potentially season-defining opportunity when they travel to take on Stockport County this Saturday (23rd March).

The employment rate in Milton Keynes has declined when compared to the previous year, leaving the rate of employment in MK lower than across the South East.

Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen will start tomorrow's Bahrain Grand Prix on pole position after a close-fought qualifying session on Friday (1st March).

Christian Horner will remain as CEO and Team Principal of Red Bull Racing, with an internal investigation into his behaviour towards a female employee concluded.

Brioche Pasquier named as headline sponsor of much-loved Milton Keynes Marathon event.

Whether you have an upcoming event in Milton Keynes or you are in the process of planning one, there are ways that MKFM can support you.

Two new drive-thrus are currently being built next to Stadium MK.

The brand new coffee shop will open next month in Bletchley.

It is Christmas party time and the Marshall Arena has transformed into a spectacular snowy alpine village, with bustling log cabin bars and frosted pine trees, featuring a professional cast of aerial performers and dancers.

7,267 Households in Milton Keynes won’t be turning on their heating this winter, according to figures.

The Mayor of Milton Keynes, Councillor Mick Legg and Mayoress Mandy Legg are calling on residents to nominate individuals or groups that have made an impact in our community for the Milton Keynes Mayor's Awards 2024.

The local RSPCA branch is set to host a free Christmas Fair this December.

The Fairy Godmother of all pantomimes, Cinderella, is on at Milton Keynes Theatre from Sat 9 Dec – Sun 14 Jan 2024, starring Brian Conley as Buttons.

MK Dons Sport & Education Trust and a number of local partners, including Suzuki GB will come together again this Christmas to provide hampers for local families in need.

Road closures will be in place as Campbell Park sees the return of Keith Emmett & Sons Firework Spectacular.

A Christmas Party will be taking place at the Hilton hotel on Christmas Day for the elderly who may otherwise be spending it alone.

Local MPs Iain Stewart and Ben Everitt are bringing back their annual Over 55s Fair in Milton Keynes to provide an opportunity to meet local charities, businesses and organisations.

Milton Keynes Dons have moved quickly to replace Graham Alexander as head coach, announcing the hiring of Mike Williamson.

An ice rink will be opening at one of MK's most popular lakes this winter.

Tickets are selling fast for MKFM's second 18+ event at Marshall Arena, taking place on Friday 27th October 2023.

Midsummer Place, MK's premier shopping destination is thrilled to announce the launch of MidSummer Fest in partnership with MKFM, a sensational summer event that will showcase a line-up of local talented singers, performers, and comedians at The Boulevard – and entries to apply are now open!

The Milton Keynes theme park is hosting the two-day event for uniformed groups on June 24 and 25, offering a discounted admission of just £12 per person for a group of 20 or more, plus one free leader place with every nine children.

This summer, MK Gallery presents a major survey exhibition of the work of Fionnuala Boyd (b. 1944, Welwyn Garden City) and Les Evans (b. 1945, St. Albans).

The Midnight Moo, sponsored by Specsavers MK, takes place on Friday 14th July at 10pm from Midsummer Place.

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.

Don't suffer in silence. There are a number of people you can turn to for support with everyday issues and mental health.

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’.

Milton Keynes Dons have announced today that the club has parted ways with head coach Liam Manning and his staff.

Stadium MK will host its annual Armed Forces Day when MK Dons welcome Derby County to town on Remembrance Weekend.

Over ten years since the Milton Keynes Lions' relocation to London, there's a new hope for men's basketball in the city.

Kassia in Stony Stratford has announced a fundraising plan to build two more houses that will allow two families to have access to clean, running water in Sylhet, Bangladesh.

Gallery Live are doing an open call for artists following on from the success at Stony Live 2022.

The regions biggest job show is taking place in Milton Keynes on the 23rd & 24th September 2022.

The Stencil Pencils, a young band from Milton Keynes, have received a response from The Queen after sharing their music.

Local dad and music producer Jon Boyle has released his debut EP hoping it will hit the right note with DJ EZ and fulfil a lifelong dream.

Local charity, Willen Hospice thanks the 600+ people who walked their Midnight Moo on Friday 15th July and helped to raise £57,000 so far.

YMCA MK are looking for soup recipes from local restaurants, cafes, community groups, businesses and charities to feature in their Soupfest MK book release this September, with all profits donated to the charity.

MKFM can exclusively reveal Lesley Joseph and Rob Rinder will star in the fairest panto of them all when Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs comes to Milton Keynes Theatre this Christmas!

Local football club Newport Pagnell Town are raising money in an effort to build a new community stand in honour of former youth coach Steve Dart, who sadly died in January.

The parents of Leah Croucher, John and Claire, have today (15/2) released a statement on the third anniversary of her disappearance from Milton Keynes.

The Mayor of Milton Keynes is calling on residents to nominate those people who have made an impact in our community for the Milton Keynes Local Heroes Awards 2022.

Entries are officially open for the annual Milton Keynes Dragon Boat Festival which returns to Willen Lake on Saturday 24th September 2022!

A new study has revealed that Milton Keynes has the best ratio of people to EV charging connectors, with a population of 435 per connector. 

The MK Food Bank are launching a Reverse Advent Appeal this November to provide Christmas treats and food parcels to families in need across Milton Keynes this festive season.

The Citizens Advice service in Milton Keynes is urging people who have been diagnosed with cancer, to contact its helpline if they are worried about claiming benefits, or if they have other money worries.

Xscape has been given a new lease of life as four new openings, including restaurants and an escape room, have been announced.

Naseem Khan, the owner of multi-award-winning Namji, is known for being generous in the local community.

Join MKFM's popular networking event, The Meet of MK, at Atesh Bar and Grill in central Milton Keynes on Thursday 25th November.

There will be a large-scale open day taking place at Chafor Wine Estate, near Milton Keynes, this weekend.

Biryani in a Box, a new food concept, officially launched in Broughton yesterday (23/8).

England MU21s manager Lee Carsley is looking forward to managing his first game with the side at Stadium MK next month.

The multi-award-winning Namji, which serves authentic Punjabi cuisine, has officially opened a second restaurant at Xscape.

Foodies are in for a treat as a new and exciting brand will be joining the local food scene in October.

MKFM can reveal that Pure Gym, a 24-hour low-cost gymnasium, will be opening at the Kingston Centre.

Craft and Skewers, which is half restaurant and half pub, has recently launched in Newport Pagnell.

There will be quirky bottomless brunches, each with different themes, coming to Milton Keynes this summer season.

A brand new cafe has opened at Willen Lake as part of the development plans for their watersports centre.

Olive Tree restaurant in Central Milton Keynes has been awarded a 'Best of the best' award by TripAdvisor.

Purchase a ticket in the Milton Keynes Charity Car Raffle and you could be the lucky winner of an all-electric Volkswagen ID.3 loaded with sustainable cutting edge technology.

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The Sanctuary Music Arena was a major part of the national music scene from the 1990s up until its closure in 2004.

A brand new homemade, premium cake and pastry shop has opened in a picturesque Stony Stratford courtyard.

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The Sanctuary Music Arena was a major part of the national music scene from the 1990s up until its closure in 2004.