Amateur photographers are being encouraged to take some snaps of local landscapes as part of The Parks Trust's annual photography competition.

A person operating a mini digger caused a small gas leak yesterday (28/7) after accidentally damaging a pipe in Bletchley.

It is the final opportunity for people to see a detailed replica of the Earth in a late-night showing tonight (29/7).

Milton Keynes Theatre has revealed the four dates that pop star Peter Andre will be performing in the production of Grease next month.

Woughton Leisure Centre will be getting a state-of-the-art gym following a £200,000 investment to improve the facilities.

A domestic abuse charity, called MK Act, has received a £1,000 donation from Amazon's local fulfilment centre.

There will be a walk-in vaccination clinic at Cranfield University, which is just down the road from Milton Keynes, on Friday (30/7).

You could be making wildflower seed parcels, creating compostable plant pots, or even building bug hotels this summer with The Parks Trust!

Since March, Milton Keynes residents have been able to collect up to 14 free rapid tests from MK Library every weekday.

The news comes as part of the Prime Minister's pledge for 20,000 extra recruits by 2023.

Willen Hospice is counting down the days until their 80s themed Moo Weekender event on 6 and 7 August.

Milton Keynes’ bollards and green spaces have been given a ‘summer facelift’ in recent weeks.

Goalkeeper Franco Ravizzoli was named Milton Keynes Dons' Man of the Match in last night's loss to Tottenham Hotspur and he fully deserved the award.

Sometimes you learn more from defeats, and Milton Keynes Dons boss Russell Martin says he has learned a lot about his team after their pre-season loss to Tottenham Hotspur.

Milton Keynes Dons wrapped up their pre-season preparations with a spirited 3-1 loss against Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur at Stadium MK.

Milton Keynes Dons have announced the free transfer signing of defender Tennai Watson.

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.

"Atesh Turkish Restaurant sets a new standard when dining out in Central Milton Keynes and will have you coming back again and again", says Darren from the MK Breakfast Show in his review...

All lanes have now reopened.

A partial closure of Aspreys from its junction with Yardley Road to its junction with Woodpits lane will take place between 2nd August - 22nd August.

There will be lengthy overnight road closures on the stretch of the M1 near Milton Keynes this summer some nights so that smart motorway works can continue.

With restrictions lifted and hot weather forecast for the rest of the week in Milton Keynes, Highways England is advising drivers of a number of steps which can be taken to deal with the hot conditions.

Thames Valley Police is actively looking for people to ‘be the difference they want to see’ in their community.

There are currently 7 jobs available at MacIntyre. Find out more information about the roles and how to apply here...

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...

The MK Food Bank are currently looking for two community heroes to join their team. Find out more information about the roles and how to apply here...

The All In Black Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced the signing of popular defenceman James Griffin ahead of the 2021/22 season.

The All In Black Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced the signing of forward Sean Norris ahead of the 2021/22 season.

The All In Black Milton Keynes Lightning have announced that defenceman Sam Russell will return for another season with the club.

The All In Black Milton Keynes Lightning have today announced that forward Bobby Chamberlain will return to the club for the 2021/22 season.

The government has extended its list of industries whose staff are eligible for exemption of isolation- MK Council has confirmed that food and waste services do not qualify as "critical".

Food and garden waste collections, also known as green bin collections, have been suspended from today (26/7) until further notice.

Milton Keynes Council pause Food and Garden waste services from Monday 26th July.

The Leader of Milton Keynes Council has asked the government to add those who provide critical local services to a list of essential workers that are exempt from self-isolation.

A new community food larder has been launched in Milton Keynes to help tackle child poverty and reduce food waste.

British summers may regularly hit 40C (104F) even if the global warming target set out by the Paris Agreement is met, meteorologists have said.

The government is "increasingly confident" that more countries will soon be added to the amber and green travel lists, Dominic Raab has told Sky News.

Wayne Rooney has apologised to his family and Derby County over images that surfaced online of him at a private party.

Team GB canoeist Mallory Franklin has won the silver medal in the women's single slalom in Tokyo - with Matt Coward-Holley collecting shooting bronze in the men's trap final at the Olympics.

See you at the Barricade... The World's favourite musical LES MISERABLES comes to Milton Keynes Theatre

The seventh annual #LoveMK Day is being held this year on Thursday 2nd May.

Mallory Franklin has won a silver medal in the women's C1 canoe slalom and added to Team GB's tally at the Tokyo Games.

Ange Postecoglou suggested he might not have been forceful enough in his demands for new signings as he took responsibility for Celtic's latest Champions League failure.

Wayne Rooney has apologised to his family and Derby County over images that surfaced online of him at a private party

Charlotte Dujardin became Great Britain's most decorated female Olympian as she claimed bronze in the individual dressage aboard Gio at the Tokyo Games.

Dusty Hill, the bassist in the American rock group ZZ Top, has died aged 72.

ITV and Simon Cowell have "no plans" for another series of The X Factor.

Better Call Saul star Bob Odenkirk has been taken to hospital after collapsing while filming the hit show.

Sad news for 90s kids and meme lords - as the cult children's show Arthur will air its final season next year, PBS has announced.

Cockatoos in Sydney have learned to open bins - and the technique is catching on, as others have worked out how to do it by watching them, scientists say.

A cow had to be led back to its farm after wandering onto the motorway and blocking traffic in Staffordshire.

A senior Russian traffic officer accused of leading a criminal gang has been arrested on suspicion of accepting bribes.

Young North Koreans have been warned they must follow traditional lifestyles and adhere to the country's dialect.

Fully vaccinated travellers from the EU and the US will not have to quarantine when arriving in England, Scotland and Wales from an amber list country.

Cockatoos in Sydney have learned to open bins - and the technique is catching on, as others have worked out how to do it by watching them, scientists say.

America's superstar gymnast Simone Biles has thanked supporters for the "outpouring love & support" she has received after pulling out of two events at the Tokyo Olympics.

The government is "increasingly confident" that more countries will soon be added to the amber and green travel lists, Dominic Raab has told Sky News.

The competition watchdog has imposed fines totalling £100m in the latest case of so-called price gouging that saw patients lose access to a free drug on the NHS.

Lloyds Banking Group has credited an improving economy for a recovery in half-year profits, aided by a big cut in earlier provisions for coronavirus crisis bad loans.

The car industry has joined calls for the government to bring forward the date for exempting fully vaccinated adults from coronavirus self-isolation rules following a slump in production, partly blamed on the so-called "pingdemic".

Facebook was given the thumbs down by Wall Street despite doubling quarterly profits as it warned growth will slow sharply in coming months.

The PlayStation 5 has become Sony's fastest ever selling games console, the Japanese electronics giant said.

The buyout firm behind the Pegasus surveillance technology which last week triggered a global outcry over its use is to be dissolved after its partners failed to resolve a bitter months-long dispute.

How has your online business been performing over the past 12 months? Have you reached all of your targets or do you always seem to be falling short of the mark? Are you enjoying a broader client base or has your inbound traffic begun to slow down?

As the school summer holidays begin, Destination MK has produced the perfect list to keep everybody busy and happy.

In celebration of its first birthday, Fierce Gym in Old Wolverton is offering a free training pass on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th July.

It is now only 2 months to go until hundreds of cyclists return to Stoke Mandeville Stadium to take part in the 2021 MKFM Tour de Vale.