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Local Business
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Half-term tech fun at Milton Keynes College Group
8-16 year olds with time on their hands over half-term can come to a hi-tech holiday club at Milton Keynes College Group’s Bletchley Campus.
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Charity weekend at Gulliver’s Land in Milton Keynes
A charity weekend at Gulliver’s Land has raised a fantastic £5,590 towards Willen Hospice.
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Brasserie Blanc Milton Keynes receives accreditation
Fresh French Food - Made Very Good Indeed! Situated in The Hub, Brasserie Blanc, founded by much loved Michelin star Chef, Raymond Blanc, is a firm favourite with foodies who know their French cuisine!
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Show your support by getting creative at Camphill Milton Keynes
Carly from the MKFM team went along to take part in the Camphill MK Tile Me a Story project. Read more to see why they are trying to raise funds for their huge build project in this unique way and how your tile will become a part of their future story.
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Come From Away is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre this November!
The first-ever UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning musical Come From Away lands at Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 26 - Sat 30 Nov.
MKFM Reviews
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MKFM Review: The Wizard of Oz at Milton Keynes Theatre
Carly, from the MKFM team, was invited to see The Wizard of Oz at Milton Keynes Theatre, running until Sunday 21st July and here is her full review…
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MKFM Review: Grease The Musical at Milton Keynes Theatre
Carly, from the MKFM team, was invited to see Grease The Musical at Milton Keynes Theatre, running until Saturday 10th August and here is her full review…
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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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Zoho invests in Milton Keynes Breakers to Support Local Community Initiatives
The sponsorship deal will provide new kits to all Junior National League teams and support off-court activities within the local community.
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Breakers preview for NBL1 home opener
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.
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New Fashion Destination 'Trends' Opens at Midsummer Place in Milton Keynes
Midsummer Place is excited to announce the grand opening of Trends, a brand-new fashion store offering the latest in high-street and designer fashion.
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Watch MK Dons take on rivals AFC Wimbledon in the FA Cup for just £10
The Dons will play AFC Wimbledon at home, in the First Round of the Emirates FA Cup on Sunday 2nd November, with kick-off at 12:30pm.
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Passengers in Milton Keynes can travel for £2.00 single fare until December, after Stagecoach extension
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.
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Olney Infant Academy pond restoration
A community-driven transformation for outdoor learning.
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Fuel poverty cash for Milton Keynes charities
£500,000 in grants to tackle fuel poverty announced in major programme of support for MK National Grid users.
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MPs praise Milton Keynes hospice work
Local members pay tribute at recent Hospice Care Week event.
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Milton Keynes organisations to receive community funding
Voluntary groups connected with MK among charities set to get cash in second round of this year’s police Community Fund.
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More Milton Keynes shoplifters being caught
Police almost double the number of thieves found shoplifting across MK and Buckinghamshire.
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Countdown begins for new look Milton Keynes lights switch-on
Venue change announced to kickstart city's festive season.
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Thames Valley Police appeal for information after attempted robbery
Force seeks witnesses and mobile phone footage after underpass attack.
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 pick up vital three points in 1-0 win over Walsall
Milton Keynes Dons picked up their second win of the 2024-25 season, defeating Walsall Town 1-0 at Stadium MK.
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MK Dons land Kane Thompson-Sommers on Deadline Day
Milton Keynes Dons have completed the signing of midfielder Kane Thompson-Sommers from National League side Halifax Town for an undisclosed fee.
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Time for MK Dons to get season on track
It's been a difficult start to the 2024-25 season for Milton Keynes Dons, who desperately need to get their season on track this weekend.
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MK Dons land League Two promotion winner Laurence Maguire
Milton Keynes Dons have bolstered their squad ahead of the 2024-25 season with centre back Laurence Maguire.
MK Breakers Basketball Club News
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Zoho invests in Milton Keynes Breakers to Support Local Community Initiatives
The sponsorship deal will provide new kits to all Junior National League teams and support off-court activities within the local community.
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Breakers preview for NBL1 home opener
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.
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Robinson's 43 sees Breakers overcome Bradford Dragons
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.
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MK Breakers face trip up North in latest NBL 1 outing
Milton Keynes Breakers are back in NBL Division 1 action this weekend as they travel north to face Bradford Dragons.
Latest Travel
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Passengers in Milton Keynes can travel for £2.00 single fare until December, after Stagecoach extension
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.
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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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Climb Quest
Current job vacancies at Climb Quest, Milton Keynes.
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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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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...
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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Paul Gascoigne's daughter says she was groomed and sexually assaulted by Al Fayed
British model Bianca Gascoigne has said she was groomed and sexually assaulted by Mohamed al Fayed when she worked at Harrods as a teenager.
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Wales train crash: One dead and 15 in hospital after collision in Powys
A man has died and 15 others have been taken to hospital after two trains collided in Mid Wales on Monday evening.
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Assault, screaming and sensory overload: Inside HMP Elmley where 'every day is unpredictable'
As we walked to one of the wings at HMP Elmley - there was screaming.
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King confronted by indigenous activists day after being heckled in Australian parliament
The King has been confronted by indigenous Australian activists the day after he was accused of "genocide" by a senator in the Australian parliament.
Showbiz
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Liam Payne: Singer had cocaine in his body at time of death, official says
An initial toxicology report has found former One Direction star Liam Payne had cocaine in his body at the time of his death, according to an Argentine official.
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Paul Di'Anno: Iron Maiden 'deeply saddened' after death of former singer
Members of heavy metal band Iron Maiden have said they are "deeply saddened" following the death of former bandmate Paul Di'Anno.
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of raping girl, 13, as five new lawsuits filed against him
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing new sexual assault and rape accusations, including one that involves a 13-year-old girl.
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Oasis tour: Richard Ashcroft announced as special guest for reunion shows in UK and Ireland
Oasis have announced Richard Ashcroft will be joining them as a special guest on their UK and Ireland tour.
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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Ref Watch: Dermot Gallagher analyses John Stones' winner for Man City, William Saliba's red card at Bournemouth and more
In the latest edition of Ref Watch, former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher runs through the key incidents at the weekend - including controversial calls involving John Stones and William Saliba.
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United States GP: Charles Leclerc leads dominant Ferrari 1-2 in Austin as Lando Norris penalty hands Max Verstappen third
Charles Leclerc superbly won the United States Grand Prix in a surprisingly-dominant one-two for Ferrari as Lando Norris lost a crucial third place to Max Verstappen after being penalised for a late-race overtake on his F1 title rival.
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Arsenal's red cards: Are Mikel Arteta's team becoming ill-disciplined or is it just bad luck in the Premier League?
They say good things come in threes - try telling Mikel Arteta that about Arsenal's disciplinary issues this season.
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Mercedes chief Toto Wolff slams Red Bull ride-height device as 'outrageous' and expects further FIA probe
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has described Red Bull's contentious ride height-adjusting device as "outrageous" and says he expects the FIA's leadership to investigate.
Strange News
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Dunedin Airport introduces maximum hugging time of three minutes at drop-off zone
An airport in New Zealand has limited hugging in its drop-off zone to a maximum of three minutes - with anyone wanting a longer goodbye told to head for the car park.
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Children's soft play centre apologises over body bag Halloween decorations
A children's soft play centre has apologised and removed its realistic-looking Halloween body bags after concerns from "shocked" parents.
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World Conker Championships men's winner cleared of cheating
The men's World Conker Championships winner has been cleared of cheating after a steel chestnut was found in his pocket.
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Scientists claim breakthrough to bringing back Tasmanian tiger from extinction
The Tasmanian tiger, a wolf-like marsupial that once stalked the forests of Tasmania, could be brought back from extinction after a team of US and Australian researchers claimed a series of scientific breakthroughs.
Videos
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Paul Gascoigne's daughter says she was groomed and sexually assaulted by Al Fayed
British model Bianca Gascoigne has said she was groomed and sexually assaulted by Mohamed al Fayed when she worked at Harrods as a teenager.
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How the odd bet on football could cost you a mortgage
While having the odd bet on your football team to win at the weekend sounds like a bit of harmless fun, it could actually scupper your chances of getting a mortgage.
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Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe defends comments to King as 'global truth telling'
The Australian senator who shouted at the King has defended her actions, insisting he is "not our sovereign".
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Bonus payments to water company bosses rise to £9.1m amid sewage scandal
Bonuses to water company bosses rose this year to £9.1m - despite record sewage discharges and financial woes at some utilities.
Business
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Government borrowing remains at highest since pandemic
Government borrowing is at its highest since the pandemic due to public sector pay rises and the high cost of borrowing, official figures show.
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Labour's Employment Rights Bill could cost business up to £5bn a year, government analysis shows
Overhauling workers' rights could cost businesses around £5bn a year, the government has said.
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Former Vanquis and MasterCard chiefs pick Pockit for new board seats
Former bosses of Vanquis Bank and MasterCard's international businesses are joining the board of a fintech which specialises in serving 'unbanked' consumers.
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Saudi-funded LIV Golf strikes deal to tee off in India
The breakaway international golf tour funded by Saudi Arabia's vast wealth is to stage its first event in India early next year amid its continued expansion and an impasse over the sport's global calendar.
Technology
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Giant meteorite strike may have helped life thrive on Earth, research suggests
A meteorite four times the size of Mount Everest may have helped life to thrive after it smashed into Earth, research suggests.
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Orionid meteor shower: When it will take place and how you can see it
An incredible display of celestial fireworks may be visible overnight as debris left by Halley's Comet streaks across the night sky - but the moon may end up ruining the view.
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FastRig: First UK trial begins of sail designed to cut ships' carbon footprint
The first UK trial of a rigid sail that can be fitted on commercial ships to reduce their carbon footprint is under way in the Irish Sea.
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AI-generated child abuse images increasing at 'chilling' rate - as watchdog warns it is now becoming hard to spot
The amount of AI-generated child abuse images found on the internet is increasing at a "chilling" rate, according to a national watchdog.
News Extra
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MKFM Review: Cosy Club Milton Keynes
The MKFM team were invited down to Cosy Club in centre:MK to enjoy a team lunch, here is their review...
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MKFM REVIEW: Slug & Lettuce - Milton Keynes
The MKFM team were invited down to Slug & Lettuce, in The Hub central Milton Keynes to enjoy a team lunch, here is their review...
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MKFM REVIEW: Sunday roast at Hotel La Tour
Jo from MKFM and her family were invited to review Hotel La Tour's new Traditional Roast at their Fourteen Sky Bar and Restaurant and here is her full review...
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MKFM Review: The Wizard of Oz at Milton Keynes Theatre
Carly, from the MKFM team, was invited to see The Wizard of Oz at Milton Keynes Theatre, running until Sunday 21st July and here is her full 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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Zoho invests in Milton Keynes Breakers to Support Local Community Initiatives
The sponsorship deal will provide new kits to all Junior National League teams and support off-court activities within the local community.
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Breakers preview for NBL1 home opener
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.
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New Fashion Destination 'Trends' Opens at Midsummer Place in Milton Keynes
Midsummer Place is excited to announce the grand opening of Trends, a brand-new fashion store offering the latest in high-street and designer fashion.
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Watch MK Dons take on rivals AFC Wimbledon in the FA Cup for just £10
The Dons will play AFC Wimbledon at home, in the First Round of the Emirates FA Cup on Sunday 2nd November, with kick-off at 12:30pm.
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Passengers in Milton Keynes can travel for £2.00 single fare until December, after Stagecoach extension
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.
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Olney Infant Academy pond restoration
A community-driven transformation for outdoor learning.
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Fuel poverty cash for Milton Keynes charities
£500,000 in grants to tackle fuel poverty announced in major programme of support for MK National Grid users.
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MPs praise Milton Keynes hospice work
Local members pay tribute at recent Hospice Care Week event.
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Milton Keynes organisations to receive community funding
Voluntary groups connected with MK among charities set to get cash in second round of this year’s police Community Fund.
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More Milton Keynes shoplifters being caught
Police almost double the number of thieves found shoplifting across MK and Buckinghamshire.
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Countdown begins for new look Milton Keynes lights switch-on
Venue change announced to kickstart city's festive season.
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Thames Valley Police appeal for information after attempted robbery
Force seeks witnesses and mobile phone footage after underpass attack.
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