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NFU Mutual is urging dog owners visiting the countryside this Easter to keep their pets on the lead to avoid attacks on sheep and lambs.

Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen finished P2 at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix after being handed a five-second penalty on lap one.

Red Bull Racing's Helmut Marko has named Sebastian Vettel as his 'ideal successor' as the team's chief motorsport advisor.

Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen claimed his second pole position of the season, with teammate Yuki Tsunoda qualifying P8 ahead of tomorrow's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

Milton Keynes City Council is offering funding to projects that will give people better life chances or provide a boost to local businesses.

Enclave 1 – The Awakening five-day LAN gaming event started April 17th at 6pm and runs non-stop until 4pm April 21st at ArenaMK.

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

Great news for residents and community groups in Milton Keynes!

More appointments are available for patients at local general practices.

Could you be a hospital volunteer driver? 

Mental Health Cleaning: Clean spaces, healing places - uplifting lives with free cleaning.

Art in the Park returns to Milton Keynes on Saturday 21st June 2025, from 1pm to 9pm, for a vibrant celebration of culture, diversity, and artistic expression.

Aqua Parcs reopens this Friday with exciting new ‘Subscribe and Save’ plan to help families enjoy affordable fun all Summer long.

Milton Keynes College are hosting their May Open Event on Tuesday 13th of May from 5pm – 7pm at both Chaffron Way and Bletchley campuses. Here is how to make the most of attending their Open Event!

Police neighbourhood teams target illegal sales to youngsters.

Most pupils will receive their preferred primary school place.

Metal recycling money given through cremation scheme.

Stephen Daldry’s multi-award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s An Inspector Calls comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 20 - Sat 24 May.

Arthur Ellis Mental Health Support is delighted to announce that it has been awarded Charity of the Year at the Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards.

Incoming head coach wants to get city’s community behind the team.

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

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...

City staff see salary increases along with rest of country.

Met Office says temperatures will be normal, though showers are possible.

Two killed in holiday knife attack.

Milton Keynes Dons are thrilled to announce the appointment of Paul Warne as First Team Head Coach.

Patients urged to order repeat prescriptions before holiday weekends.

TVP are appealing for witnesses following reports of a disturbance inside CMK Shopping Centre, near to McDonald's.

PCC and Thames Valley Police welcome stronger independent scrutiny by Thames Valley communities.

City council in drive to highlight toys that don’t meet standards.

Stolen bike being ridden dangerously on pathway.

Culture, arts and business expertise recognised as school hits the right notes.

‘Toy Bank’ Weekend returns to Gulliver’s Land in support of KidsOut charity.

Just one year in to offering A Levels, Milton Keynes College is having to double the number of students it will take in September because of huge demand for courses.  

How the city and region will celebrate end of war anniversary.

A number of landmark buildings in the city lit up blue on Friday 11th to mark World Parkinson's Day.

City council carrying out road repairs on these routes.

This year, DMK wants everyone to get involved. Use #LoveMK on all your posts, and get creative with that hashtag – paint it, sew it, bake it, make it out of flowers, you name it – they want to see it!

Welsh National Opera bring performances of The Marriage of Figaro and Peter Grimes to Milton Keynes Theatre on Thu 15 - Sat 17 May.

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.

Bletchley man guilty of sexual activity with a girl.

Red Bull Racing earned its first double points finish of the 2025 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix.

Red Bull Racing experienced a difficult qualifying session in Bahrain as Max Verstappen will start P7 with Yuki Tsunoda P10.

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Outgoing leader celebrates partnerships at MKFM business event.

Local MP smashes fundraising target for Willen Hospice.

The Guinness Partnership, one of England’s largest housing associations, has given Milton Keynes students at Sir Herbert Leon Academy the chance to develop life-changing skills.  

Restaurant opens today at Caldecotte Lake, a few days ahead of schedule…

Voters have just one day left to register to vote for the local elections taking place across England on 1 May.  

Stuart Kelman & Liam King were inspired to raise funds for a defibrillator for North Street after a person collapsed on North Street on a Friday afternoon some years back.

Passengers travelling between London Euston and Scotland are being advised to plan their journeys in advance over the Easter bank holiday weekend.  

Reduction in patients waiting for operations.

Victim punched and kicked in city assault.

Developers banking on permission to rebuild old Abbey House.

Rogue traders fined £3,000 for dumping rubbish.

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Hundreds of people join police in law-breaking reduction scheme.

Year-long scheme to improve house warmth and efficiency.

Out of Office Coffee at Witan Studios will be closing this Friday.

Big Doggie Do returns to Willen Lake with some fur-ry exciting activities for pooches and their fans alike to get involved in!

The Casino MK has been temporarily closed, MKFM has asked for a comment. 

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Officers team up with insurers to catch law-breakers.

Wolverton Estate opportunity for meeting with housing officer.

Gulliver’s Land trio raise £2,000 for Parkinson’s UK with epic Three Peaks Challenge.  

Have you seen Jayden?

Seasonal activities: April 11-13 & 16 &17 and Easter Egg Hunt: Good Friday, April 18 - Easter Monday, April 21.

Milton Keynes entrepreneurs and reality TV stars join forces with renowned LGBTQ+ venue to support individuals seeking love and companionship.

Leader talks of jobs, investment, housing and community after theme park revelation.

Officials speak about forthcoming park

Minister recognises driver’s act of kindness

A 5K that could change lives.

Universal resort is on way to Bedfordshire, say officials.

The iconic character of Roy Grace returns this May in the new stage adaptation of Picture You Dead, the tour of which arrives in Milton Keynes from Tue 6 – Sat 10 May.

MK Jeans Carnival 2025 by M & G Productions CIC.

After more than nine months of meticulous construction, the Brickz Museum opened its doors on April 5, 2025.

More than 60 students from Milton Keynes College have been helping out at a local primary school as part of its annual day of community support across the city.

If you are stuck for things to do this Easter half-term, bring the whole family to the beloved leisure quarter—12th Street, based in the old theatre district of Milton Keynes.

There is still time to register and join thousands at Buckinghamshire’s MOST POPULAR running weekend.    

Top theme park could be coming to nearby Bedford.

Unity Place unveils exciting Easter events for all ages.

Experience live basketball & join the hang out football tournament with 5 On It Foundation.

Anniversary of inclusive group where nobody gets left behind.

More than 900 games played as club legend hangs up his boots.

Man dreamed of shoot outs, say news reports.

Better Together: MK businesses and donors contribute £1.9 million to support good causes in the city.

City council cracks down on region’s unlicensed sellers.

Club staff take on gruelling bike leg in heart foundation initiative.

Milton Keynes Breakers secured a fourth place finish in their debut NBL 1 campaign as they ran out 82-75 winners over Essex Rebels.

Red Bull's Max Verstappen held off a strong challenge from both McLaren drivers to claim a fourth consecutive win at the Japanese Grand Prix.

Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen has qualified on pole position while new teammate Yuki Tsunoda starts P15 in tomorrow's Japanese Grand Prix.

Fundraisers’ lunch highlights the fight for a cure.

Get ready, demigods! The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is set to embark on an electrifying UK tour this autumn.

New scheme will give working families free childcare.

Cost coming for additional garden waste wheelie.

Region's biggest fashion event is back this weekend.

Round the clock fund raising launched for Myanmar survivors.

Willen Hospice’s independent record shop, Off The Record MK, will be hosting a highly anticipated celebration of vinyl culture on Saturday 12 April as part of national Record Store Day 2025.

New head coach announcement could be next week.

Free and limited waiting places to be replaced with tariffs.

Join the VE Day celebrations and Light Pyramid illumination at Milton Keynes Rose.

Knit a hat, warm a heart: 10,000 down, 10,000 to go - join the Innocent Big Knit 2025!

Man fatally shot in an incident in Milton Keynes on Tuesday has been named

MK Breakers made it three wins in a row as they overcame Loughborough Riders 89-81 at Bletchley Leisure Centre on Wednesday evening.

Independent review into Diversity, Equality & Inclusion at Thames Valley Police uncovers failings that led to landmark race discrimination case.

The award recognises his significant contribution to patient wellbeing and recovery, as well as his exceptional service to staff and visitors.

City is now one of the country’s greenest re-users.

Community projects and charities benefit from college help day.

Community teams will offer valuable advice.

Wide choice of activities in annual city parks event.

Following a sold-out West End season, Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith are taking the critically acclaimed Inside No.9 Stage / Fright, to theatres around the UK this autumn, with the tour opening in Milton Keynes Theatre on Tue 9 Sep.

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.

Visit under warrant in human trafficking investigation.

More than 300 flats to be built on Grafton Gate.

Thames Valley Police have issued an update on social media following a fatal shooting in Milton Keynes

Armed officers attended the scene at MK Station today.

Snap Fitness is proud to announce the launch of Grassroots to Greatness, an ambitious new sporting grants programme designed to support and elevate emerging athletic talent across the UK and Ireland.

Labour MPs welcome additional funding for SEND support.

Go Ape and multi award-winning visitor attraction Woburn Safari Park in Bedfordshire have collaborated for an incredible new ‘Treetop Safari’.

Fore!! Watch out as Midsummer Place could soon be better known as Midsummer ‘Drive’ as the popular Milton Keynes shopping centre is set to have a state-of-the-art golf driving range installed - on its roof!

Red Bull Racing have unveiled a special one-off white livery ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix.

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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