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A man has been arrested for a warrant in connection with a murder in Milton Keynes.

The Milton Keynes Community Foundation is pleased to announce that Dame Ann Limb took on the role of President of the charity as of January 2026.

Milton Keynes Development Partnership has selected ATG Entertainment as its preferred partner to operate a brand-new, multi-purpose events venue in the heart of Milton Keynes.

Milton Keyes City Council Conservative Group has issued a statement regarding their representation on the MKCC Standards Committee.

Crews from Newport Pagnell, Broughton, Towcester and Mereway attended a heavy goods vehicle on fire on the M1 Southbound yesterday morning. An officer was also on hand at the incident.

Willen Hospice is partnering with Milton Keynes Theatre to host an exclusive gala evening of world-class ballet featuring Matthew Bourne’s The Red Shoes. 

Midsummer Place has announced the winners of its annual Christmas Tree Festival, celebrating the creativity, community spirit and charitable commitment of local businesses and organisations in the new city.

Last week, MKFM told how a man from the new city has channelled the grief of losing his partner and has been fundraising to purchase much-needed wheelchairs for Milton Keynes Hospital.

Mulligans Milton Keynes is offering locals a fun way to kick start the new year and get social, with the launch of its January Social Club.

The Milton Keynes branch of John Lewis will be showcasing costumes from Tina - The Tina Turner Musical ahead of its arrival at MK Theatre, where it will play from Tuesday, January 27.

Mark has not been heard from since December 31 and was last seen in the Fawsley Road area of Northampton.