Local News from Monday, January 12th, 2026

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.

Police have issued an appeal for help in tracing a missing woman from Milton Keynes.

The momentum is building and teams are securing their places on the water for the 2026 edition of the Milton Keynes Dragon Boat Festival.

A Milton Keynes man has been sentenced to life for violently assaulting and raping a woman.

Police officers are linking arms with young football enthusiasts in Milton Keynes to reduce anti-social behaviour and enhance life experiences, thanks to a free weekly programme.

A former MKFM presenter will represent the county at the national final of The Wedding Industry Awards 2026 after he and his partner were named Regional Winners in one of the UK wedding industry’s most prestigious competitions.

The annual Rotary MK Swimathon returns on February 21, with 18 participants set to take to the water at Wolverton Pool, raising money for nine charities from the area.

For the first time, people in Milton Keynes can see how well the city council is tackling potholes, resurfacing roads and restoring pride to the area.

'There is no such thing as a free or cheap pet. Every animal costs money, time and lifelong commitment. Even feral colonies usually begin with one owned cat that was not neutered.'

Police who arrested a man for stealing Pokémon cards from Sainsbury's, took to social media with an amusing run down of the offence and subsequent charge.