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RSPCA appeal to find owner of senior cat with one eye in Milton Keynes
The RSPCA is appealing to find the family of a senior cat in Milton Keynes
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Brand new wine bar opens in Milton Keynes
A brand new wine bar 'Veeno' has opened at The Hub in Milton Keynes.
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Milton Keynes named third best city for runners in UK
Milton Keynes has been named one of the best cities for intermediate and expert runners.
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Last chance to get early-bird tickets for Land of Lights in Milton Keynes
It’s your last chance to get tickets for Milton Keyne’s biggest lantern and light festival at early-bird prices.
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Milton Keynes Olympic gold medallist Greg Rutherford to appear on Dancing on Ice
An Olympic gold medallist from Milton Keynes has been named the fifth star to appear on Dancing on Ice 2024.
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Milton Keynes to receive bus funding from government
The City Council is set to receive over £650k for bus services from the government.
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Milton Keynes residents urged to support NHS staff as we head into busy winter period
As we get closer to winter, Milton Keynes University Hospital's CEO is asking patients, families, residents and staff to 'come together' to help everyone get the best help possible during the busy period.
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Electronic music festival to take over iconic Point building in Milton Keynes this winter
MK's most iconic building will be transformed into a two-day electric music festival location in aid of Willen Hospice.
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Milton Keynes University Hospital waiting times currently at longest CEO has 'ever seen'
Waiting times in the last two years have 'increased significantly', CEO Joe Harrison told MKFM.
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RSPCA issues appeal for information following report of dog being 'pinned to floor' in Milton Keynes
RSPCA officers have launched an appeal for information into an incident of aggression towards a dog in Bletchley, Milton Keynes.
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Gulliver’s Land helps raise thousands for Milton Keynes hospice
Families enjoyed a day of heartfelt fun at theme park resort Gulliver’s Land during a fund-raising event for Willen Hospice, which provides specialist end-of-life care for adults in Milton Keynes.
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Roadworks taking place across Milton Keynes from Monday
From 2 October 2023, MK City Council will be carrying out roadworks on some sections in the following areas.
Thames Valley Police
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Missing 14-year-old boy from Milton Keynes believed to have travelled to Liverpool
Police are asking the public to help trace missing boy Dale.
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*UPDATED* Missing Milton Keynes boy found safe and well
Updated 26/9
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Wife pays emotional tribute to 'best friend' following fatal A421 crash
The wife of Jason Wallis, who died following a road traffic collision on the A421 at Tingewick on 9 September, has today (18/9) released a tribute to him.
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CCTV images released after cash, jewellery and cameras stolen from house in Milton Keynes
Thames Valley Police is releasing CCTV images following a burglary in Westcroft earlier this year.
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 winless in five after 1-0 Harrogate loss
Milton Keynes Dons are now without a win in five matches as they succumbed to a 1-0 home loss to Harrogate Town.
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MK Dons lose 2-1 against Stockport County at home
Milton Keynes Dons suffered a 2-1 defeat to Stockport County at Stadium MK.
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MK Dons claim a point in top-of-the-table clash with Notts County
Milton Keynes Dons claimed a point against fellow promotion favourites Notts County at Stadium MK.
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Graham Alexander wants to create an atmosphere, reward fan loyalty with MK Dons
Milton Keynes Dons head coach Graham Alexander has spoken of his desire to create an atmosphere within his squad and reward fan loyalty at Stadium MK this season.
MK Breakers Basketball Club News
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Milton Keynes business announces sponsorship of MK Breakers player
Facilities Management Solutions has launched a new partnership with the Milton Keynes Basketball Club, as they enter their second season.
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Milton Keynes Breakers in league and KitKing Trophy action this weekend
MK Breakers begin their NBL Division 2 campaign and return to KitKing Trophy action this weekend as they face Richmond Knights and Hemel Storm respectively.
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Milton Keynes Breakers advance to quarter finals of KitKing Trophy
After two games in as many days MK Breakers progressed out of their group and into the knockout stages of the KitKing Trophy, setting up a rematch with Hemel Storm, the only team to defeat them in the 2022/23 season.
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Milton Keynes Breakers open KitKing Trophy with win
The MK Breakers started their KitKing Trophy exploits with a 93-72 win over NBL Division 1 side Nottingham Hoods.
Latest Travel
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Roadworks taking place across Milton Keynes from Monday
From 2 October 2023, MK City Council will be carrying out roadworks on some sections in the following areas.
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City Council launches campaign to save bus routes in Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes City Council is campaigning to save seven bus routes after operators said they would stop services if passenger numbers do not increase.
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List of roadworks taking place across Milton Keynes from today
From 25 September 2023 MK City Council will be carrying out roadworks on some sections in the following areas.
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Diversions to be in place as world's first ever AI Safety Summit comes to Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes City Council says it has been working with Thames Valley Police to prepare for the world’s first major AI Safety Summit, which is being held at Bletchley Park on 1st and 2nd November.
MK Jobs
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Facilities Management Solutions
Facilities Management Solutions are currently recruiting a Business Development 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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McDonald's
McDonald's 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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Skyline Taxis
Want to earn over £1,250 per week? Drive with Skyline...
Technology in MK with BizTech
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Local Milton Keynes tech company develops interactive 3D AR maps for transport for Wales
Local MK tech business, Briteyellow, recently worked with Transport for Wales to create augmented reality (AR) maps for their major stations using their indoor wayfinding technology – BriteWay.
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The benefits of wearable tech for modern businesses
Wearable technology has been around for almost a decade. But it is only now that it is being used and recognised for driving innovation and growth in modern businesses.
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Milton Keynes ranked the most competitive city in the UK for businesses
It’s official! Milton Keynes has topped the UK Competitive Index for 2023 as the most competitive city in the UK for businesses.
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World’s first commercial driverless rent-a-car service launches in Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes is all set to welcome the world’s first commercial driverless “Robot” rent-a-car service!
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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City Council launches campaign to save bus routes in Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes City Council is campaigning to save seven bus routes after operators said they would stop services if passenger numbers do not increase.
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Win for Milton Keynes Liberal Democrats following Newport Pagnell South by-election
Voters living in Newport Pagnell South took to the polls yesterday (21/9) to vote for their new councillor.
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Leader of Milton Keynes City Council and MP in debate over plans for year long road closure
The Leader of Milton Keynes City Council has responded to a petition launched by the MP for Milton Keynes urging them to 'rethink' plans for a year-long road closure.
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Milton Keynes City Council extends Women into Work programme following success
Milton Keynes City Council has announced that it’s investing more money into supporting women who lost their jobs due to the pandemic back into work.
National News
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Halifax stabbings: Murder investigation launched after second man dies
A murder investigation has been launched after a second man died following stabbings in Halifax.
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Barcelona's Sagrada Familia nears completion as towers are crowned
More than 140 years since work began on Barcelona's famous Sagrada Familia (The Holy Family) the city is celebrating a milestone: the completion of four of its towers.
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COVID vaccine scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine
The Nobel Prize in medicine has been awarded to two scientists for their research which led to the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
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'A prison officer will get killed': Staff warn of chaos and violence inside flagship super prison
Drunken cell parties, fights, stabbings, prison guards with faulty equipment out of their depth.
Showbiz
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Tom Hanks warns fans not to fall for deepfake advert using his face
Tom Hanks has warned his 9.5 million Instagram followers not to fall for an advert that appears to use his face but which he says is using an artificial intelligence (AI) version of him, without his authorisation.
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Taylor Swift, Sophie Turner and Ryan Reynolds send ticket sales surging for New York-Kansas NFL game
Taylor Swift has returned to the NFL stands in support of her rumoured love interest- bringing a star-studded entourage with her.
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Jake Abraham: Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels actor dies aged 56
Jake Abraham, best known for his role as Dean in Guy Ritchie's 1998 film Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels, has died at the age of 56.
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Gerard Depardieu writes open letter in French newspaper to deny rape claims
Actor Gerard Depardieu has written an open letter to deny claims of rape and sexual assault.
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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Ryder Cup: Luke Donald reveals Jose Mourinho congratulated him and cherishes 'memories that will stay forever'
Luke Donald has revealed he received a message from Jose Mourinho during Team Europe's Ryder Cup celebrations after they beat Team USA in Rome.
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Christian Horner suspects Toto Wolff will be 'plotting' Mercedes Formula 1 fightback against Red Bull
Red Bull boss Christian Horner envisages his Mercedes counterpart and rival Toto Wolff "plotting" how to get his team back to the front of Formula 1.
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Patrick Mahomes sets TD record as Kansas City Chiefs hold off New York Jets with Taylor Swift and Aaron Rodgers watching on
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs shook off a subpar performance as they blew a 17-point lead, but held on to defeat the New York Jets 23-20.
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Caroline Dubois has her sights set on fighting Katie Taylor but Natasha Jonas says there is no reason to rush it
Caroline Dubois has her sights set on fighting Katie Taylor after becoming IBO lightweight champion but Natasha Jonas says there is no reason for one of boxing's brightest young talents to rush things.
Strange News
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Halloween pumpkins will be bigger than normal due to wet summer
Summer may have been a bit of a washout, but pumpkins are thriving thanks to all the rain.
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France grapples with bed bug infestation as authorities warn of health problem before Olympics
France is grappling with a bed bug problem, with the government warned it must tackle the pests ahead of the Olympics in Paris.
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'Emotional support' alligator denied entry into baseball stadium
An "emotional support" alligator has been denied entry into a baseball stadium, according to its owner.
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Attacks by students made medieval Oxford a murder hotspot, researchers find
Oxford was one of the murder capitals of medieval England, with many attacks being committed by students living in a "deadly mix of conditions", research has found.
Videos
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Battle over taxes: Will Jeremy Hunt be able to end Tory gloom at 'the survival conference'?
The week of the Conservative Party conference began with a grim warning about taxes.
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'A prison officer will get killed': Staff warn of chaos and violence inside flagship super prison
Drunken cell parties, fights, stabbings, prison guards with faulty equipment out of their depth.
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Taylor Swift, Sophie Turner and Ryan Reynolds send ticket sales surging for New York-Kansas NFL game
Taylor Swift has returned to the NFL stands in support of her rumoured-beau - bringing a star-studded entourage with her.
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Jeremy Hunt says it's difficult to see tax cuts this year, as Conservative Party rows over future plans
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has refused to commit to tax cuts ahead of the next election, despite growing calls from inside his party.
Business
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Water firms seek £156 rise in annual bills to tackle shortages and sewage spills
Water companies are making their case for a hike to annual household bills of up to £156 in the second half of the decade, to tackle challenges including shortages and sewage leaks.
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House prices unchanged in September, says Nationwide, after interest rate pause and summer slowdown
The sharp decline in house prices took a pause for breath last month, according to a closely-watched report.
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John Lewis chairman Dame Sharon White to leave in 2025 as turnaround stumbles
The chairman of the John Lewis Partnership will leave the business in 2025, it has been announced, just weeks after it warned of a two-year extension to its turnaround plan.
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Former Tesco chair Allan sells minority stake in mentoring firm
The former Tesco chairman John Allan has sold his stake in a firm which mentors executives at dozens of FTSE companies after months of talks about a separation agreement with his former business partner.
Technology
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COVID vaccine scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine
The Nobel Prize in medicine has been awarded to two scientists for their research which led to the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
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The rise and fall of BlackBerry - and why director thinks world may be ready for its return
With the latest iPhone now in people's hands and Google's annual Android flagship not far behind, it's a pertinent time to release a film about the once iconic device that paved the way for both.
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Tom Hanks warns fans not to fall for deepfake advert using his face
Tom Hanks has warned his 9.5 million Instagram followers not to fall for an advert that appears to use his face but which he says is using an artificial intelligence (AI) version of him, without his authorisation.
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Royal Family's official website targeted in cyber attack
The royal website has been hit by a cyber attack, a royal source has told Sky News.
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News Extra
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Popworld Milton Keynes to host Bottomless Christmas this winter
Popworld will be hosting 'Bottomless Christmas' this winter, offering residents 3 hours of festive fun.
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Teaching Maya Angelou's Works: Life Lessons from Maya Angelou for College Students
Maya Angelou is one of students’ favourite topics in literary and history classes. Her life lessons are unforgettable, and we’ll discuss some of them in this article.
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Milton Keynes Secondary School to host Open Evening this Thursday
Stantonbury School is inviting prospective students and parents to its Open Evening this Thursday.
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Optimizing Your Trading Strategy: The Impact of Emotional Intelligence
In the world of trading, developing a successful strategy is essential for long-term success. However, many traders fail to realize the crucial role that emotional intelligence plays in optimizing their trading strategy.
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'.