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A lorry driver underestimated the height of his lorry today in Milton Keynes as he hit a low bridge.

MKF Festival organisers have issued a ticket warning ahead of this year’s huge event.

Here is a list of roadworks that Milton Keynes City Council will be carrying out across the city over the next few weeks.

MKFM understands fire crews are currently on the scene of an incident in Bletchley, Milton Keynes.

Hollywood Bowl in Milton Keynes has completed its £450,000 refurbishment just in time for February Half term.

The resident said they will be taking the 'steps' to deal with what they saw in Midsummer Place yesterday.

Miss England’s Jessica Gagen visited Milton Keynes on the 19th of January to help launch a new community fund raising competition in partnership with The Video News Factory.

Thames Valley Police is releasing CCTV images of a man officers would like to speak to as he may have vital information about a robbery in Bletchley.

Last month, Thames Valley Police launched a youth pilot in a bid to divert children in Milton Keynes from knife crime.

The esteemed judging panel for Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards 2023 has announced the finalists for this year’s awards taking place on Thursday 23 March at Stadium MK.

Milton Keynes City Council is allocating over £1m of government funding to provide supermarket vouchers for struggling families during the school holidays and days of industrial action taken by teachers.

Thames Valley Police and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) say they continue to see positive results from Operation Deter.

Work is underway to completely transform CMK’s only urban park into a wildlife haven which can be used by local residents and businesses.

More than 300 homes in Netherfield are set to benefit from some of the highest quality energy efficiency upgrades available in the UK.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for a specific witness to an exposure incident in Milton Keynes to come forward.

MKFM invited the MP for Milton Keynes South and the Labour Parliamentary Candidate in for a live debate following the news that the city was unsuccessful in its bid for university funding.

The epic storytelling of Les Mis meets the intensity of War of the Worlds with all the fun of Rocky Horror, as A World Divided comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from 17th April.

Midsummer Place has welcomed the TikTok famous lash vending machine brand Meggi Lashes this week.

Planning permission for the demolition of a building supplies warehouse to make way for new housing in Bletchley has been refused.

Energy efficient council homes, LED street lighting and generating renewable energy through a solar farm all form part of Milton Keynes City Council’s strategy to be a 'world leading sustainable city'.

Planning permission has been granted to MK Dons for the installation of first-team pitches at the National Bowl.

Thames Valley Police is continuing to investigate the death of a four-year-old girl following a dog attack in Milton Keynes.

An extra £500,000 has been proposed to help families in Milton Keynes through the cost-of-living crisis.

The four-year-old killed by a dog in a Milton Keynes back garden has been named as Alice Stones.

A local church will be opening its doors to the community as a 'space to reflect and talk to a listening ear' following the death of a four-year-old in Milton Keynes.

An undercover operation by Milton Keynes City Council has uncovered a number of local businesses offering cosmetic treatments to underage people.

The January transfer window has slammed shut, and Milton Keynes Dons have seen nine total moves across the window.

More than a thousand primary school children from eight schools across Milton Keynes came to see world-class art in their local, world-class Gallery.

Milton Keynes Christian Centre has announced the launch of their new 'Warm Space' initiative, designed to provide a safe and welcoming environment for residents of Milton Keynes during the colder months.

Thames Valley Police officers are currently in Milton Keynes, following the tragic death of a four-year-old girl earlier this evening.

MKFM understands the High Street in Olney is currently closed.

MKFM understands police are telling residents to 'stay indoors'.

Nearly £3.5 million has been put forward to fix roads and potholes across Milton Keynes as part of the Progressive Alliance's 2023/24 budget proposals.

Milton Keynes City Council is urging residents to stop leaving out food overnight, and to stop feeding birds and other wildlife at any time of the day if rodents are a known issue. 

Following CEG’s multimillion-pound makeover of Norfolk + Ashton House, in Milton Keynes, more than 20,000 sq ft of office space has been let. 

Stadium MK is set to host the Arnold Clark Cup this February as the tournament returns to England and there is still time to get your tickets.

Milton Keynes City Council has appointed contractor Willmott Dixon to deliver the huge Wolverton regeneration project.

Senior coroner for Milton Keynes has raised concerns that the city has 'insufficient ambulance service resources', following the death of an 84-year-old woman.

Midsummer Place, in Central Milton Keynes, is offering small business owners the chance to win rent-free space.

The M1 Northbound is closed near Northampton due to an incident.

Milton Keynes City Council has shared around £1m this winter to support local families and individuals to cope during the cost-of-living crisis.

From Friday 10 February, MK’s Central Library is transforming into a magical wonderland based on Roald Dahl’s classic book, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Thames Valley Police has released a CCTV image of an individual officers would like to speak to as they may have vital information regarding an incident of robbery in Milton Keynes.

MKF Tribute Festival will take place on Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th August 2023 at Campbell Park. The number of tickets available has been capped for this year's festival so make sure you get yours soon!

Thames Valley Police are aware of an incident that occurred yesterday (29/01) in the East Bletchley area where two unknown males approached an address pretending to deliver a parcel.

MKFM Breakfast Show presenters Wes and Ros have been confirmed as hosts for the Milton Keynes Mayor's Awards on Friday 24th February 2023.

Local charity, Willen Hospice has launched a new gift card that gives customers even more choice in its charity shops.

In the last year, Milton Keynes City Council’s demand-responsive transport service MK Connect has replaced 56,000 journeys that would have otherwise been made using a car.

Spending plans have been set out to deliver 'strong local policing' across the Thames Valley area.

Labour councillors have stated their 'disappointment' in the amount of funding allocated to all of Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, as residents struggle to get a GP appointment.

An analysis from the Liberal Democrats has revealed that energy bills for pubs, restaurants, and cafés in Milton Keynes are set to increase by over £4,000 per year once Government support is slashed in April.

Early Bird tickets are ON SALE NOW for MKFM’S 90s vs 00s Throwback Party coming to the Marshall Arena this April.

Plans have been announced for a brand new mental health facility in Milton Keynes.

Developers behind the new redevelopment of Saxon Court in Milton Keynes are currently seeking new homes for the building's historically significant plants.

Milton Keynes City Council has published its first 'Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan'.

A Milton Keynes family are offering a reward in a bid to find their beloved pet dog who has been missing since Sunday 22nd January.

Milton Keynes City Council has partnered with Thames Valley Police (TVP) to take a stand against offenders who exploit vulnerable people for their money.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a serious injury road traffic collision in Cold Brayfield, Milton Keynes.

Thames Valley Police has today (26/1) issued a new appeal and an update regarding the Leah Croucher murder investigation.

Police have released an image of someone they would like to talk to in connection with an incident of indecent exposure in Milton Keynes.

The 2023 Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards will take place on 23rd March at Stadium MK and MKFM's Trevor Marshall and Amelle Berrabah have been confirmed as hosts for the region's premier business awards ceremony.

Residents are being urged to take care as weather forecasts predict heavy black ice this evening and overnight.

Thames Valley Police is releasing CCTV images of a woman and man officers would like to speak to as they may have vital information regarding an incident of distraction theft in Milton Keynes.  

An inquest into the Leah Croucher's death was opened and adjourned today (25 January).

Milton Keynes City Council has announced its plans to launch a new scheme to support hard-working homeowners who may struggle to pay their mortgage this year due to skyrocketing interest rates.

Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a man has been charged with manslaughter in Milton Keynes.

MKFM is set to takeover the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes with a huge 90s vs 00s Throwback Party on Saturday 8th April.

Following a major investigation by Thames Valley Police’s Serious and Organised Crime Unit, a woman has today (23/1) been sentenced after she was convicted of conspiring to supply cocaine in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Wiltshire.

Dog owners are being asked to keep pets on a lead as sheep graze in Campbell Park.

Grants have been awarded to Camphill Milton Keynes to support the first phase of their programme to build new accessible housing, with the donations totalling £320,000.

MK Labour has criticised Anglian Water for increasing local household’s water bills by over 10%.

MKFM understands there are currently delays on the A5 in Milton Keynes following a collision.

Milton Keynes City Council has introduced a new online calculator which helps people to work out the likely charges when receiving care.

A drunk passenger stole a bus in Milton Keynes this evening before colliding with 'numerous other vehicles'.

The Prime Minister has today been visiting Milton Keynes College to find out about the work they are doing with apprenticeships and T-Levels.

The second half of the 2022/23 season is in full swing, and the second MK Dons Family Fun Day of the season is just around the corner.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to a serious injury RTC in Milton Keynes.

Due to a fault with the signalling system between London Euston and Watford Junction some lines are blocked.

Major Milton Keynes bus operator Arriva has announced changes to bus fares for thousands across the city.

Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue have released images showing the devastating aftermath of a phone charger fire in Milton Keynes.

Thames Valley Police’s Major Crime Unit continues to investigate the death of a man in Brize Norton on Monday (16/1).

Four people were taken to hospital following a collision on the A421 last night in Milton Keynes.

Police have put in place a Section 35 Dispersal Order to cover all of Milton Keynes until 11.14pm today.

Lloyds Pharmacy is set to close all its Sainsbury's branches, including Central Milton Keynes.

The Hub in Central Milton Keynes is currently undergoing a huge makeover in plans to create a 'new and exciting' dining destination.

On Thursday (19 January) it was announced that Milton Keynes had lost out on a multi-million-pound bid to create a new university for the city.

Road repairs will be taking place across Milton Keynes over the next few weeks.

Milton Keynes City Council’s Care and Response team experienced its busiest ever year in 2022.

'Redway Runners' Running Club are being asked to support Milton Keynes Food Bank throughout February.

Halifax has confirmed that the Bletchley branch will be closing.

A yellow warning has been issued for fog across Milton Keynes on 21st January.

The Liberal Democrat and Labour Progressive Alliance which runs Milton Keynes City Council has today announced funding plans of an extra £600,000 to help high streets and local businesses.

MKFM presenter Amelle will be taking on Celebrity Bridge of Lies tomorrow night to raise money for Milton Keynes Hospital.

The Rail Minister has said he will work with Milton Keynes MP to 'ensure' that residents have access to the Marston Vale service following its temporary suspension.

The city’s Corporate Pancake Day Race is back for another year of flipping fun and local companies had ‘batter’ hurry if they want to secure a place.

Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, a man who was in control of two county drugs lines in the Thames Valley area has been jailed.

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Milton Keynes has lost out on a multi-million-pound bid to create a new university for the city.

MK Food Bank is in the middle of their busiest time ever and their food supplies are running low, so the BIG DOORSTEP GIVE campaign is back on 28th January.

A new tower block planned for Central Milton Keynes is set to be two and a half times the height of Hotel La Tour.

Milton Keynes City Council has awarded a new contract to SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK Ltd to collect MK’s waste, keep streets clean, and maintain council owned green spaces and play areas.

The warrants were carried out under Section 8 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 at plots in Nash Park Site, Winslow Road, at 6am on Wednesday 11th January.

Police say they are aware of a number of thefts from vehicles in a Milton Keynes estate.

Land of Lights at Gulliver’s Resort has been illuminating the skies of the city this winter and is open until 26th February 2023.

A brand new roundabout has opened in Milton Keynes following 8 months of work.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in Milton Keynes.

Thames Valley Police is releasing CCTV images of three males who officers would like to speak to as they may have vital information about a robbery in Milton Keynes.

MK Dons Women welcome Portsmouth for their first game at Stadium MK of 2023.

Young footballers in Milton Keynes have new winter jackets to wear to training sessions and matches following a donation from city-based housebuilder Bellway Northern Home Counties.

Barclays have confirmed its Woburn Sands branch will close in April of this year.

Potential heart attack victims in Milton Keynes are forced to wait nearly an hour for an ambulance, new data has revealed.

A Milton Keynes road has had to close to the public for 'safety' reasons.

MKFM understands a person has been hit by a train between Rugby and Milton Keynes Central.

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley has now opened the first of two application rounds to his Community Fund in 2023.

Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, three men have been sentenced in connection with drug offences in Milton Keynes.

Following a Thames Valley Police investigation, a man has been sentenced for breaching a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO) in Milton Keynes.

Gritters will be back out across Milton Keynes this afternoon - where will they be heading?

A busy Milton Keynes road is set to reopen tomorrow following a delay due to a major cabling fault.

For the first time, Milton Keynes residents will need to show photographic ID to vote at this year’s local elections.

Women in Milton Keynes will now benefit from better diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.

Following a sell-out panto season with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, MK Theatre announces that this year’s pantomime will be the much-loved family favourite, Cinderella.

You can now book your February half-term childcare with MK Springers, their Fun and Fitness Holiday Club sessions will be running from Monday 13th February through to Thursday 16th February.

Matthew Barber, Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), has today (16/1) opened the first of two application rounds to his community fund in 2023.

On Saturday 4 February 2023, Milton Keynes will mark World Wetlands Day with a free event at Floodplain Forest Nature Reserve and everyone is welcome.

Rail users in Milton Keynes are set to face more disruption over the festive period as further strike action is announced.

Don't suffer in silence. There are a number of people you can turn to for support with everyday issues and mental health.

As part of Milton Keynes' Month of Action Against Violence, Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Barber has launched a rap and spoken word competition, ‘The Knife Sentence’.

Milton Keynes Dons have announced today that the club has parted ways with head coach Liam Manning and his staff.

Stadium MK will host its annual Armed Forces Day when MK Dons welcome Derby County to town on Remembrance Weekend.

Over ten years since the Milton Keynes Lions' relocation to London, there's a new hope for men's basketball in the city.

Kassia in Stony Stratford has announced a fundraising plan to build two more houses that will allow two families to have access to clean, running water in Sylhet, Bangladesh.

Gallery Live are doing an open call for artists following on from the success at Stony Live 2022.

The regions biggest job show is taking place in Milton Keynes on the 23rd & 24th September 2022.

The Stencil Pencils, a young band from Milton Keynes, have received a response from The Queen after sharing their music.

Local dad and music producer Jon Boyle has released his debut EP hoping it will hit the right note with DJ EZ and fulfil a lifelong dream.

Local charity, Willen Hospice thanks the 600+ people who walked their Midnight Moo on Friday 15th July and helped to raise £57,000 so far.

YMCA MK are looking for soup recipes from local restaurants, cafes, community groups, businesses and charities to feature in their Soupfest MK book release this September, with all profits donated to the charity.

MKFM can exclusively reveal Lesley Joseph and Rob Rinder will star in the fairest panto of them all when Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs comes to Milton Keynes Theatre this Christmas!

Local football club Newport Pagnell Town are raising money in an effort to build a new community stand in honour of former youth coach Steve Dart, who sadly died in January.

The parents of Leah Croucher, John and Claire, have today (15/2) released a statement on the third anniversary of her disappearance from Milton Keynes.

The Mayor of Milton Keynes is calling on residents to nominate those people who have made an impact in our community for the Milton Keynes Local Heroes Awards 2022.

Entries are officially open for the annual Milton Keynes Dragon Boat Festival which returns to Willen Lake on Saturday 24th September 2022!

A new study has revealed that Milton Keynes has the best ratio of people to EV charging connectors, with a population of 435 per connector. 

The MK Food Bank are launching a Reverse Advent Appeal this November to provide Christmas treats and food parcels to families in need across Milton Keynes this festive season.

The Citizens Advice service in Milton Keynes is urging people who have been diagnosed with cancer, to contact its helpline if they are worried about claiming benefits, or if they have other money worries.

Xscape has been given a new lease of life as four new openings, including restaurants and an escape room, have been announced.

Naseem Khan, the owner of multi-award-winning Namji, is known for being generous in the local community.

Join MKFM's popular networking event, The Meet of MK, at Atesh Bar and Grill in central Milton Keynes on Thursday 25th November.

There will be a large-scale open day taking place at Chafor Wine Estate, near Milton Keynes, this weekend.

Biryani in a Box, a new food concept, officially launched in Broughton yesterday (23/8).

England MU21s manager Lee Carsley is looking forward to managing his first game with the side at Stadium MK next month.

The multi-award-winning Namji, which serves authentic Punjabi cuisine, has officially opened a second restaurant at Xscape.

Foodies are in for a treat as a new and exciting brand will be joining the local food scene in October.

MKFM can reveal that Pure Gym, a 24-hour low-cost gymnasium, will be opening at the Kingston Centre.

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.

Purchase a ticket in the Milton Keynes Charity Car Raffle and you could be the lucky winner of an all-electric Volkswagen ID.3 loaded with sustainable cutting edge technology.

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The Sanctuary Music Arena was a major part of the national music scene from the 1990s up until its closure in 2004.

A brand new homemade, premium cake and pastry shop has opened in a picturesque Stony Stratford courtyard.

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The Sanctuary Music Arena was a major part of the national music scene from the 1990s up until its closure in 2004.