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Northampton Town have been relegated to League Two after a 2-1 defeat away at Luton Town.

A charity music shop in Central Milton Keynes will be taking part in Record Store Day 2026 on Saturday (18/04).

The Parks Trust has announced the return of their annual dog-themed spectacular the Big Doggie Do.

Paul Warne praised his MK Dons side for their resilience as his side held Bromley out to take victory at Stadium MK.

The government’s Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has made safety recommendations after a low-speed train derailment in Bletchley last summer.

A man has been sentenced for rape in Milton Keynes following a police investigation and a trial.

Police are appealing for information in connection with a robbery that occurred in Bletchley.

Luton Town have won the EFL Trophy after beating Stockport County 3-1 in the final at Wembley Stadium.

Milton Keynes is officially England’s top recycling city, and the second highest performer in the country according to new Government figures.

Milton Keynes City Council has today revealed its boldest digital innovation yet: the world’s first Robot Mayor, created in tribute to the city’s pioneering status in robotics and its thriving tech sector, where one in three local jobs is tech-related. 

Pictured: Deputy Leader, Cllr Lauren Townsend, Chief Operating Officer for Higgins Group, Dominic Higgins, and Cabinet Member for Housing, Cllr Ed Hume. Photo credit: Steve Bainbridge 

Council Leader, Cllr Pete Marland, Artist, Andy Edwards, and Deputy Leader, Cllr Lauren Townsend

Milton Keynes City Council has helped hundreds more local families access free school meals after working closely with schools across the city. 

Milton Keynes City Council is investing £40,000 to boost the city’s grassroots music venues, injecting fresh energy into the night‑time economy with free gigs, new DJ nights and platforms for emerging local talent.

New play equipment on Cressey Avenue in Shenley Brook End – pictured - was previously match-funded by the Community Infrastructure Fund

Picture by Miru Visuals & GRAHAM

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A Milton Keynes author has republished her book documenting young people’s experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, marking five years since its original release.

Midsummer Place welcomed families, visitors and the local community this weekend for the vibrant launch of Wings of Wonder, transforming The Boulevard into a colourful celebration of creativity, nature and spring.

An award-winning fish and chip shop in Westcroft is set to celebrate its reopening this Thursday with a special community event featuring 99p chips, family treats, and fundraising for The Henry Allen Trust.

A leading Milton Keynes business figure has been announced as keynote speaker for the next Social Circle MK networking event this March.

Two people have been arrested following an attempted arson attack on a north London synagogue, the Metropolitan Police said.

Two police officers have been charged after the death of a heavily pregnant woman in a car crash.

The owners of the Swiss bar Le Constellation, which caught on fire on New Year's Eve, killing 41 young people, have been placed under criminal investigation by Italian prosecutors, Sky News understands.

A total of 179 prisoners were freed "in error" in England and Wales between April 2025 and March 2026, or three every week, government figures show.

Manufacturers are demanding immediate help with energy bills after the government revealed an expansion of a key support scheme, but said it would not begin until next April as planned.

Hungary's incoming prime minister has urged the country's "unworthy" president to resign and urged a swift handover of power from Putin-ally Viktor Orban.

A man who twice entered the UK by small boat tried to break into the Israeli embassy in London with two knives to "exact revenge" for the killing of children in Gaza, a court heard.

The BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs as part of its biggest downsize in 15 years.

Two people have been arrested following an attempted arson attack on a north London synagogue, the Metropolitan Police said.

The BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs as part of its biggest downsize in 15 years.

Two police officers have been charged after the death of a heavily pregnant woman in a car crash.

A man who twice entered the UK by small boat tried to break into the Israeli embassy in London with two knives to "exact revenge" for the killing of children in Gaza, a court heard.

A total of 179 prisoners were freed "in error" in England and Wales between April 2025 and March 2026, or three every week, government figures show.

Manufacturers are demanding immediate help with energy bills after the government revealed an expansion of a key support scheme, but said it would not begin until next April as planned.

A student filmmaker allegedly stabbed to death at a popular north London viewpoint was surrounded and kicked on the floor before he died, a court heard.

The president and I spoke an hour after Buckingham Palace announced details of King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit to the United States.

Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike has suffered a suspected Achilles injury and there are fears he could be out for at least six months.

Arne Slot says Liverpool will need to raise funds through sales before they can make any new signings this summer.

Mikel Arteta has called for Arsenal to have "no fear" and "pure fire" in an extraordinary rallying cry ahead of the biggest week of his career at the club.

Marco Rose is believed to be the frontrunner for the Bournemouth job.

The BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs as part of its biggest downsize in 15 years, according to reports.

Kanye West has postponed a concert in France - a week after he was denied a visa to perform at Wireless Festival in the UK.

A record number of British musicians have made it into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year - including Oasis and Iron Maiden.

Britney Spears has gone into rehab, five weeks after she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

A student has killed nine people and wounded 13 others in Turkey's second school shooting in two days, officials said.

Hungary's incoming prime minister has urged the country's "unworthy" president to resign and urged a swift handover of power from Putin-ally Viktor Orban.

A journalist has been detained in Kuwait after posting videos related to the war in Iran, according to a press freedom advocacy group.

The owners of the Swiss bar Le Constellation, which caught on fire on New Year's Eve, killing 41 young people, have been placed under criminal investigation by Italian prosecutors, Sky News understands.

Two people have been arrested following an attempted arson attack on a north London synagogue, the Metropolitan Police said.

The UK government will build a central YouTube content channel featuring influencers and everyday people in a bid to better communicate its policies to the public.

Manufacturers are demanding immediate help with energy bills after the government revealed an expansion of a key support scheme, but said it would not begin until next April as planned.

The BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs as part of its biggest downsize in 15 years, according to reports.

Autonomous taxis are now driving themselves around London streets, the American company behind the technology has announced.

A man who allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has been charged with attempted murder.

More than 60% of underage Australians are still using social media despite the country's world-first ban introduced four months ago, new research suggests. 

The UK government will build a central YouTube content channel featuring influencers and everyday people in a bid to better communicate its policies to the public.

Manufacturers are demanding immediate help with energy bills after the government revealed an expansion of a key support scheme, but said it would not begin until next April as planned.

Kemi Badenoch has called for Axel Rudakubana's parents to be deported if they don't face criminal action after a public inquiry found they could have prevented the Southport attack.

UK military chiefs have been asked to find £3.5bn in "efficiencies" and other savings this year, even as Sir Keir Starmer says he is readying his armed forces for war, sources have signalled.

A giant Seychelles tortoise, believed to be the world’s oldest living land animal, is alive and well after claims he had died turned out to be part of an alleged crypto scam.

The organiser of a Barbie event in Florida is issuing refunds after photos from attendees drew mockery on social media – and a very unflattering comparison.

A masked fan unplugged a VAR monitor during ‌a German second division football match.

Elon Gust and Dame Judi Drench are among the names that have been submitted to the Met Office for UK storms.

A police sergeant has been sacked for using a picture frame to weigh down her laptop keys and give the false impression she was working from home.

Manufacturers are demanding immediate help with energy bills after the government revealed an expansion of a key support scheme, but said it would not begin until next April as planned.

Customers of BSM Driving School and The AA Driving School - both owned by the AA - are to receive refunds following an investigation by the competition regulator.

The BBC will cut up to 2,000 jobs as part of its biggest downsize in 15 years.