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Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Clinical Commissioning Groups (BLMK CCGs) are reminding members of the public with COVID symptoms to book a test online or by ringing 119.

Councillors have unanimously backed a call to reduce inequality and racism affecting the city’s black and ethnic minority (BAME) communities.

There are now six known educational establishments across Milton Keynes which have a confirmed case of coronavirus.

A woman has been left with injuries after a two-car collision in Milton Keynes.

Even more people in Milton Keynes will now be able to get groceries delivered via robot as Starship have added two new areas to their service.

MK Snap recently received an Emergency Grant from MK Community Foundation to enable them to adapt their services, address the needs of those most vulnerable & continue to provide vital support.

MKFM can reveal that Milton Keynes College (Chaffron Way) is the latest academic institution to have confirmed a case of COVID-19.

Sarah, headteacher of Knowles Primary School in Bletchley, was crowned the winner of MKFM's Free Flower Friday today (18/09) thanks to Bluebell Flowers in Newport Pagnell and local delivery service Grab Now.

MK Council has distributed hundreds of European City of Sport physical activity equipment packs to families in Milton Keynes.

A giant 5G mast has been approved despite councillors’ unease about the council being both the applicant and the decision-maker.

Stantonbury International School has now closed Year 7, 8, and 9 after pupils in each year group have tested positive for COVID-19.

Loughton School is the fifth known school in Milton Keynes to have confirmed that a pupil has tested positive for COVID-19.

David and Jo Hall are walking, cycling and swimming to raise funds for mental health support for NHS Frontline workers, organised by Arthur Ellis Mental Health Support earlier this year.

Local people are invited to remember their loved ones during the Willen Hospice Twilight Lantern Week, which starts this Sunday (20 September) until Friday (25 September).

Shenley Brook End School has today (18/9) written to parents to confirm that a pupil has tested positive for COVID-19.

Long Meadow School in Shenley Brook End yesterday (17/9) announced that they have had to close a 'whole bubble' due to further cases of COVID-19 in the school.

Fresh Start For Hens is looking for people to rehome ex-commercial hens across the country and currently has a collection point in Milton Keynes.

All three political parties at Milton Keynes Council have united to slam Government proposals for the planning system.

Cllr Elaine Wales (Lab, Bletchley Park Ward) has won a victory for residents and secured the future of an 18 hole golf course in Bletchley.

MKFM can exclusively reveal that Milton Keynes Council has secured £1m in funding today kick start the regeneration of Bletchley and Fenny Stratford.

Milton Keynes now has a deputy mayor, six months after the appointment would normally have been made.

Labour and the Lib Dems flexed their combined voting muscles to roundly defeat a Conservative attempt to re-write the council’s published covid economic recovery plan.

'Black smoke' has been seen as a fire involving two lorry trailers has broken out in an area of Milton Keynes.

'Black smoke' has been seen as a fire involving two lorry trailers has broken out in an area of Milton Keynes.

A 17-year-old has taken to social media to remind people to be kind after seeing a woman was 'screamed at' for not wearing a face-covering on a train, and it turns out she was exempt.

This follows the news that the major firework displays in Milton Keynes have been cancelled due to social distancing restrictions.

Arriva will be adding additional school buses in Milton Keynes from today (17/9) to cope with the increase in demand.

It's been less than a week since announcing their partnership with the MK Food Bank and with their incentive of a FREE hot drink in their coffee shop to anyone who donates in store until this Friday (18/09) they've been able to make a sizeable donation to the local charity already.

It has been confirmed that there has been a second case of coronavirus at Ousedale School in Milton Keynes after students attended a 'party' in local woodland.

This week, it was announced that Milton Keynes' biggest display in Campbell Park will not be taking place this year and it now seems others are following suit.

Homebuyers looking to get on the property ladder in Milton Keynes were told that the council does not want to compete with them when it re-starts its house buying programme.

Councillors are making a last-ditch appeal to the Government for more money as a decision looms on the future of subsidised bus services.

Victoria's Secret UK, which has a store in MIlton Keynes, will continue to have a high street presence under the deal agreed with Next.

Thames Valley Police is releasing CCTV images of two men who may have important information about an incident of affray in Milton Keynes.

Stantonbury International School has confirmed that all students in Year 7 and Year 8 must now self-isolate due to cases of coronavirus within the school.

People in Newport Pagnell had a pleasant surprise this morning when they saw national treasure Joanna Lumley outside a luxury car dealership.

Over 500 people, and one Starship delivery robot, took part in the Willen Hospice All New Moo 2020 on Saturday (12/9), raising a phenomenal £56,000 for the charity.

There will be one major road closure in Milton Keynes from today (16/9) until Friday (18/9) for repair works.

Most people seem to search their symptoms online, especially when the concern is too “embarrassing” to speak to a GP.

Earlier this week, MKFM was contacted by residents reporting a break-in at Natwest in Bletchley. 

MK Dons can confirm it has not applied to be considered for a pilot event at this Saturday’s Sky Bet League One fixture with Lincoln City.

MKFM can reveal the low numbers of available COVID-19 swab tests at the Milton Keynes test centre as it seems the site was quiet once again today.

An award-winning community rugby club’s plans to serve alcohol while screening early morning international matches have been ruled offside by a committee of councillors.

A car fell from the first floor of the staff car park at Milton Keynes Hospital earlier this afternoon.

Cllr Moriah Priestley has today (15/9) written to the Leader of the Labour Group withdrawing her nomination as Deputy Mayor of Milton Keynes Council.

Nominate and thank the community champions who have gone above and beyond during the pandemic to keep people moving in Milton Keynes.

The bespoke cobbled granite paving in Central Milton Keynes is part of CMK’s distinctive identity, and MK’s original masterplan specified it should be made of Cornish granite.

Prime members across Milton Keynes can now shop from the ‘Morrisons on Amazon’ store with free delivery and thousands of grocery products to choose from.

A councillor who is due to stand this week for the position of deputy mayor has agreed to apologise to the council after failing to correctly declare her business interests.

English comedian John Bishop is set to perform over 100 shows, including one in Milton Keynes, as part of his 2021 stand-up tour.

Fire crews have rushed to a shed fire in Milton Keynes after receiving 'multiple 999 calls' from members of the public.

Stantonbury International School will be partially reopening tomorrow (15/9) following today's news that students were sent home due to a positive case of coronavirus.

There is often confusion surrounding the use of e-scooters, with many people questioning whether they can be used on footpaths or roads in the area.

Councillors have been recommended to give the green light to a controversial 22.5-metre (73 ft) tall 5G mast.

Supermarket giant Aldi has set out its proposal for where it wants to create the forever site of a much-loved Milton Keynes artwork.

People who attended a 'party' at a woods in Milton Keynes are now being told to self-isolate after a local Sixth Form student has tested positive for coronavirus.

Dunelm at Winterhill Retail Park have partnered with the MK Food Bank to provide a donation point in store. To celebrate, this week (14th-18th September) they are offering a FREE hot drink in their coffee shop to anyone who donates in store.

Stantonbury International School in Milton Keynes has confirmed that one student has tested positive for COVID-19, and the school will be closing temporarily from today as a precaution.

This Autumn, Willen Lake is welcoming a 36-metre tall observation wheel to the popular family hot-spot in Milton Keynes.

The Milton Keynes coronavirus testing centre appeared virtually empty this morning, despite residents reporting that they are struggling to book an appointment.

It has been reported that another earthquake hit Leighton Buzzard last night (13/9), appearing to be 'less intense' than last week's tremor.

Neighbours in Newport Pagnell showed true community spirit yesterday (13/9) when a family's garden shed set on fire.

It has been announced that the annual firework spectacular and large funfair at Campbell Park in Milton Keynes will not go ahead this year.

People in Milton Keynes are being encouraged to cut the straps off used face masks before disposing of them as they pose a major danger to local wildlife.

More bridge inspection works are being carried out across Milton Keynes today (14/9) resulting in one major road closure.

Thames Valley Police have explained how they will work to play their part in enforcing the new 'rule of six' on gatherings in Milton Keynes.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses after a taxi driver was robbed in Milton Keynes.

Food lovers are in for a treat because a brand new authentic pizza shop will soon be opening in Central Milton Keynes.

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In today's weekly update, the Leader of Milton Keynes Council addressed the launch of the COVID Community Champions network and how they are looking for 1,000 people to take part.

Milton Keynes is the hardest working city in the UK with average earnings at £31.5K a year, according to a report by a UK payment specialist.

Shelagh from Bletchley was the first worthy winner crowned on MKFM's Free Flower Friday today (11/09) thanks to Bluebell Flowers in Newport Pagnell and local delivery service Grab Now.

The Parks Trust is asking for your help to collect acorns and plant them so the charity can protect woodlands such as Howe Park, Shenley and Linford wood for future generations.

Milton Keynes University Hospital has been praised by Ben Everitt MP for ‘leading the way’ on supporting pregnant women during the coronavirus pandemic.

Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, a man has been sentenced for assaulting a prison officer in HMP Woodhill, Milton Keynes.

Milton Keynes has over 200 miles of shared-use paths, known as redways, which are used by thousands of people each day.

The public is invited to attend MKUH's Annual Members' Meeting (AMM) to hear how the hospital has performed between 2019-20 and what plans are for the next year.

The Government has ruled that the council ‘failed to take sufficient care or carry out adequate investigation’ in a highly controversial enforcement case.

Politicians are set to lock horns again over a proposal to give shoppers two hours of free parking as a way to boost the city’s ailing retail sector.

The Leader of Milton Keynes Council says that the council have not had any contact from the Department for Health in relation to proposals for three new testing sites locally.

The number of Milton Keynes participants taking part in NHS research supported the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) rose last year, new figures show. 

Children who are looked after by the council were praised for the way they handled the lockdown period in Milton Keynes.

Police called all traffic to a halt on the M1 Southbound near Milton Keynes this afternoon after ANPR cameras discovered a stolen vehicle driving on the motorway.

Last night, a car struck a house in Milton Keynes causing a woman to sustain injuries.

Highways England has announced that there are major delays on a section of the M1 near Milton Keynes due to a 'police incident'.

Just as we thought summer was coming to a close, it now looks like Milton Keynes is set for another mini-heatwave with temperatures potentially reaching the high 20's!

Fancy getting paid to play Esports NBA 2K20? SIS (Sports Information Services) will host offline tournaments starting in late September 2020 from their Milton Keynes studio for approximately 3 months.

The Government is piling pressure on Milton Keynes and other councils to take a share of unaccompanied asylum seeker children who have been arriving in the UK by boat.

Three Starship delivery robots are training to take part in a 10-mile charity event in Milton Keynes this weekend.

This comes as the number of cases reached 1,015 yesterday (9/9), an increase of nine cases compared to the day before.

After months of anticipation, the winner of MK's Best Chippy has finally been announced after ten finalists 'battered' it out to win the top spot.

Works continue on a road in Milton Keynes today, resulting in a 24/7 road closure until tomorrow afternoon.

The Duchess of Cornwall visited Medical Detection Dogs in Milton Keynes today to meet the dogs who are being trained to detect coronavirus.

The race is on to give all people in at-risk groups across Bedfordshire, Milton Keynes and Luton the flu jab before the winter illness season kicks in.

Milton Keynes Dons have signed sought-after midfielder Scott Fraser on a free transfer.

Thames Valley Police is re-appealing for information regarding one of the 'oldest unsolved murders' in the area - just 45 minutes away from Milton Keynes.

A new set of rules is being drawn up by the council for thousands of its tenants across the city.

Thames Valley Police has explained why officers were present at a retail park in Milton Keynes yesterday (8/9).

The council does not have a plan for how it will implement a flagship policy to build hundreds of new homes of its own across Milton Keynes.

It has been confirmed that a new development of 250 houses will be built in Olney, a market town in the Borough of Milton Keynes.

Victims First, which supports victims of crime and abuse in areas including Milton Keynes, has launched a Live Chat service to improve access to support for victims.

It seems everybody is itching to visit the man himself this year, as tickets for the popular Santa's Grotto at Frosts Garden Centre in Woburn Sands went in a flash.

The Arches Theatre near Olney will be welcoming six West End artists this weekend for the final performance of the year.

Yesterday was MKFM's 5th birthday on 106.3FM, so we thought we'd continue the celebrations by looking at some random facts about the budding city that we call home.

On Saturday (5/9), numerous people took part in anti-immigration protests both in Dover town centre and along the seafront. 

A city centre pub has been allowed to keep its timber pergola after a government inspector overturned a council decision to refuse planning permission.

After a busy summer, the team behind local action group Love MK Hate Litter have today announced a two week litter picking campaign across Milton Keynes with the goal of hitting 250 bags of litter.

The local estate agents, with properties for sale and to rent in MK, provide an insight into the local property market during and post-lockdown.

Police and fire crews are currently at the scene of a car fire on the V10 Brickhill Street.

This is the 10th time since March that a Milton Keynes-based postcode has won the People's Postcode Lottery.

The Director of centre:mk yesterday (7/9) shared a reminder on the law surrounding face coverings and stressed their 'zero tolerance' approach to abuse.

An inspirational local lady who has a rare progressive neurological disease, has vowed to take on the All New Moo 2020 in a bid to raise funds for Willen Hospice.

Here's a list of some of the local restaurants, cafes and pubs continuing discounts into September after the government's successful Eat Out To Help Out scheme in August.

A mini earthquake hit near to Milton Keynes this morning, with hundreds of residents from across the area reporting that they experienced tremors.

Firefighters were called to a fire at a two-storey house under construction in Milton Keynes yesterday (7/9).

There will be a road closure on part of the V7 Saxon Street today (8/9).

A cancer charity says it’s never needed the support of people in Milton Keynes more, as new figures reveal an expected 68% drop in income from its flagship fundraising event.

The council has controversially dropped its objections to a 58-hectare site for warehouses on land near Caldecotte and Bow Brickhill.

Dean Mandabva, from Buckingham, has sadly passed away after an ongoing fight with a brain tumour.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for the public’s help in tracing a missing boy from Milton Keynes.

The news comes as we celebrate our 5th Birthday on 106.3FM today (Monday).

Before lockdown, the number of people working from home was rising steadily - with data showing that over 85% of companies allowed remote working.

Deliveroo customers in Milton Keynes ordered a Chicken Shawarma from Zouk Lounge the most in the first week of Eat In to Help Out. 

An internal council list has revealed more than 20 planning permissions where important conditions were left off decision notices that were sent to developers.

It's MKFM's 5th birthday on 106.3FM today, and we're celebrating by eyeing up five tasty looking street food stalls in Milton Keynes...

National award for 'Service Excellence' makes it a hat-trick for Milton Keynes based Boxx, despite the challenges 2020 has brought.

CEO Sleepout is challenging bosses from companies across Milton Keynes to take part in its next event held in the city.

Sharon Mynard has completed the 26-mile challenge around the centre:mk in memory of her friend who died of a brain tumour.

There will be one major road closure in Milton Keynes today (7/9), with a section of the H5 Portway being closed for inspection works.

Thames Valley Police is releasing a CCTV image of a man officers would like to speak to following a theft from a vehicle in Milton Keynes.

Former Love Island contestant Malin Andersson, 27, has shared the news that her abusive ex-boyfriend Tom Kemp, 29, has been imprisoned following a campaign of abuse.

A councillor wants people who live in affordable homes to get a fairer share of good views when Newport Pagnell is expanded by 930 homes.

A landfill site owner’s plan to add 15 years to the life of its contentious commercial and municipal waste tip has been thrown out.

Today is National Fish and Chip Day, and in just under a week, the best chippy in Milton Keynes will be revealed.

205,000 meals were consumed and over £1m saved in Milton Keynes last month as part of the Government's Eat Out to Help Out scheme, it has been announced.

The number of positive COVID-19 cases in Milton Keynes has reduced to 5.9 per 100,000 people for the week ending 30 August, down from 9.6 per 100,000 people the previous week.

Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes, the former top-secret home of Britain’s World War two Codebreakers, has claimed two awards at last night’s UK Heritage Awards 2020.

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Milton Keynes Council is set to provide £2.25m of funding to local groups and businesses to help drive growth, create new green and creative jobs and help people into the workplace.

The Parks Trust have put together an inspirational programme of heritage events as part of this year’s Heritage Open Days.

Thames Valley Air Ambulance kicked off its 21st anniversary celebrations with HRH The Countess of Wessex, the charity's crew and former patients at an event at White Waltham Airfield.

Milton Keynes has been awarded £7.7 million by the Government to plan for a new Children’s and Maternity Hospital in the city.

A report has identified 59 things the council could do better in the next pandemic.

A councillor who has serious doubts about the effectiveness of a new “energy centre” on Bletchley’s Lakes Estate had his concerns dismissed by a cabinet member.

A frustrated resident made an Elvis Presley-like plea for Milton Keynes Council to stop talking and get on with the job of improving housing.

Cats Protection, the UK's leading cat charity, is on the hunt for new volunteers to help out at their Milton Keynes & District Branch.

Sainsbury's foodhall has just opened at Dobbies Milton Keynes, bringing over 3000 grocery products to the garden centre.

Looking to gain a new skill or develop a hobby this autumn? Why not enrol for a course with Community Learning MK?

Green thumbed gardeners and allotmenteers will be excited to know that Stony Open Gardens has gone virtual this year, to help raise much-needed funds for Willen Hospice.

Officers from the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit (SEROCU), working with local police, yesterday carried out a series of warrants in Bucks, London and Kent.

The £2 billion scheme has been designed to ensure young people at risk of long-term unemployment have a future of opportunity and hope.

New data has revealed an estimated quarter of businesses in Milton Keynes are still using an out of date computer operating system – which is now a major target for hackers.

A Conservative call for free parking to help Milton Keynes shops recover from the devastating impact of the coronavirus crisis has been rejected by Labour and the Lib Dems.

Cuts are looming large at Milton Keynes Council in the wake of the coronavirus crisis – with bus subsidies and leisure services emerging as first in line for the axe.

Arthur Ellis has been appointed by GP surgeries to support the mental health and well-being of children and young people in Milton Keynes.

Christmas Lights at Stony Stratford is the latest event to take a hit due to the coronavirus pandemic, with organisers stating that the main event has been cancelled.

This week over 50 local radio stations rebranded to Greatest Hits Radio.

A veteran councillor’s use of the word ‘invasion’ when referring to unauthorised traveller camps sparked an immediate response from the council’s leader.

Fourth and Fifth has confirmed that they will be permanently closing at the end of the month.

Sharon Mynard has set herself the challenge of completing a wheelchair marathon around the centre:mk in memory of her friend Rory.

A developer is making its second attempt – and the fourth in total – to build retirement homes for frail elderly people near to a supermarket.

A group of cheerleaders in Milton Keynes have been given planning permission to use a factory unit as their new base.

Parents affected by domestic abuse will be supported through the Family Drug & Alcohol Courts, thanks to £48,500 funding from the Office of the PCC for Thames Valley.

Milton Keynes Hospital Charity is inviting you to Be Seen In Green this October and help raise money for the neonatal unit at the hospital.

Train services were affected this morning after Police were called to a 'trespass incident' on the railway near Wolverton.

Next have dropped a hint on when their new Home and Beauty store will open in Milton Keynes.

An independent Italian restaurant in Milton Keynes has ceased trading due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Milton Keynes has been voted as 'The UK's Greenest City' in new research by holiday rental search engine Holidu.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision which occurred in Buckinghamshire.

MK Dons Sport & Education Trust have supported the local community during the Coronavirus pandemic with a weekly food larder and now they're pleased to announce their partnership with SOFEA to continue the larder every Friday morning 10am-12 from today (11/09).

Milton Keynes Dons have today announced the signing of veteran centre-back Richard Keogh ahead of the 2020/21 season.

After the emergence of Sam Nombe and David Kasumu, MK Dons boss Russell Martin is hopeful that more youth players can make the step up to the first-team.

Milton Keynes Dons boss Russell Martin spoke about recent signing Daniel Harvie and how he was identified by the club back in January.

Milton Keynes Dons already have a handful of friendlies lined up during pre-season and have been making sure they will be safe to play.

Milton Keynes Dons defender Baily Cargill has returned to a training 'a different player' according to manager Russell Martin.

Manager Russell Martin has said that he will only bring in players that truly want to come and play for Milton Keynes Dons.

Milton Keynes Dons boss Russell Martin is focused on strengthening the centre-back position of the club, having already lost some key players.

These are the top 10 fish and chip shops in Milton Keynes as voted by you, in the search to crown MK’s Best Chippy.

Milton Keynes Dons returned to pre-season training last week and there have been plenty of positives seen by manager Russell Martin.

Contract talks with three players remain ongoing according to Milton Keynes Dons manager Russell Martin.

Milton Keynes Dons continued building their squad ahead of the 2020/21 season with the return of central midfielder Ben Gladwin.

With the opening of the summer transfer window, Milton Keynes Dons have announced that Daniel Harvie has joined the club for an undisclosed fee ahead of the 2020/21 season.

After more than a week of speculation and rumours, Milton Keynes Dons have confirmed that striker Carlton Morris will return to the club on loan next season.

The Borough of Milton Keynes has had 858 confirmed cases of coronavirus - but how many of these are old and how many are new?

MKFM is giving you the opportunity to ask Professor Joe Harrison, CEO of Milton Keynes Hospital, the questions that are important to you.