Local News from Monday, January 19th, 2026

More than 35 local residents turned out for a morning of tree planting on the land surrounding the Wavendon Hub community recreation grounds in Wavendon yesterday.

Middletons Restaurant has announced its imminent closure in a further blow for the local food and beverage sector.

Liberal Democrat councillors are calling for safer, well-lit redways and underpasses to improve everyday journeys for residents who walk, cycle or travel across the city after dark. 

The Venue MK is gearing up for a decidedly funny time of it on Friday, when an electric lineup of some of the sharpest, funniest, and most exciting comedians on the UK circuit will be on its stage

In 2024, a group of ladies launched Newport Pagnell Town Women’s Cricket.

Britain loves to brag about being clever. We obsess over league tables, Ofsted ratings, and whether the local library still does children’s storytelling on Saturdays.

Willen Hospice officially opened the doors to its brand new clearance outlet in Stacey Bushes on Thursday, when it welcomed more than 500 customers.

The third Monday in January has become known as Blue Monday, or the saddest day of the year.

Emily Darlington, MP for Milton Keynes Central, has thanked NHS staff at Milton Keynes University Hospital for their hard work in continuing to get waiting lists down.

The annual Christmas lights display organised by residents of Kennington Close in Newport Pagnell draws visitors from all over the city.

The Anchor in Aspley Guise has been busy brewing up a new attraction - the launch of its new coffee shop, which opens its doors this Friday.

Police are appealing for witnesses following an aggravated burglary in Milton Keynes.