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Nine years ago, local lady Mellissa Watson created the Doorstep Challenge in Milton Keynes – asking for donations for families who deserved a little boost, to raise a little festive cheer. As a result of people's generosity, she was able to support 43 families here in the new city.

Brain Tumour Research has given £2.8 million to researchers focused on accelerating and testing new treatments for low-grade brain tumours.

Auntie's Cookery Academy, which delivers an NCFE- certified life skills qualification including cooking, budgeting, CV writing and employability skills, is now a fully registered charity.

Emily Darlington, MP for Milton Keynes Central, has welcomed news that the UK Government will match donations to the Disasters Emergency Committee’s (DEC) Middle East Humanitarian Appeal to help DEC charities support vulnerable families in the Middle East this winter.

Red Bull Racing has confirmed its driver line-up for the 2026 season, with Isack Hadjar being promoted to join Max Verstappen next year.

YMCA Milton Keynes has been named one of 10 finalists in the nationwide Selco Community Heroes campaign, competing for a £10,000 top prize to support young people facing homelessness and mental health challenges.

People in Milton Keynes have been urged to prioritise their vision and give themselves ‘the gift of sight’ this Christmas.

Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller and the world’s longest-running play, The Mousetrap, will visit the new city in 2027 as part of a UK tour.

Police in Milton Keynes have released CCTV images of six people officers would like to speak to in connection with an investigation into an incident of affray.

Milton Keynes-based children's charity Ride High is taking part in The Big Give Christmas Challenge – the UK’s biggest online match-funding campaign.

People Against Parental Alienation (PAPA) are continuing their Lost Years Campaign, which highlights the emotional cost to children and parents caused by the slow processing of family-court cases.