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Milton Keynes City Council have revealed details of their ongoing consultation into the city’s bid to be City of Culture for 2029.

Northampton Town have announced the signing of Manchester City youth striker Matty Warhurst.

Police have arrested a man in connection with sexual offences that occurred inside a supermarket in Milton Keynes.

Red Bull picked up a haul of points from the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps as Max Verstappen finished third and teammate Isack Hadjar finished sixth.

Northampton continued their pre-season preparations with a 0-0 draw against Premier League newboys Coventry City at Sixfields.

Northampton-born footballer Ivan Toney featured as England secured third place at the World Cup with a 6-4 win over France.

Milton Keynes City Council have announced two dedicated youth representatives have been elected as the city’s new Youth Mayor and Deputy Youth Mayor.

Luton Town defender Christ Makosso has left the club to sign for French outfit Auxerre.

Above: Lai Shan Chow, nominated for the Peer Support Champion Award, collecting her certificate from the mayor alongside more than 40 learners and their families at the City Council’s Learner Awards

More than 100 council tenants have moved into new homes as Milton Keynes City Council begins work to prepare former REEMA Blocks for future redevelopment.

Milton Keynes City Council is set to approve a refreshed Fly Tipping Action Plan later this month, building on the success of its first plan under which fly tipping incidents fell by nearly 27% since 2021.

Pictured: Faith and Community Leaders – Help Shape the Bid workshop, Camphill

Two dedicated youth representatives are set to champion the views and experiences of their peers across Milton Keynes after being elected as the city’s new Youth Mayor and Deputy Youth Mayor.

Milton Keynes City Council has appointed a new team of Councillor Champions who will help promote and advocate for key groups and priorities across the city.

Above: Councillor Peter Cannon (left) joined parents following a midwife appointment at Moorlands Family Centre

Milton Keynes City Council is preparing to appoint a contractor to design and build a new primary school in Whitehouse South.

MK Lightning are delighted to announce the return of Synology as the Official Sponsor of the Home Penalty Box for the 2026/27 season, continuing the partnership into its second year. As a global leader in data management and protection, Synology is trusted by millions of homes and businesses worldwide for its innovative technology solutions. [...] The post Synology Returns as Official Home Penalty Box Sponsor for the 2026/27 Season appeared first on Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey.

lifestack MK Lightning are delighted to announce the return of Nick Pelosi Ltd as the club's Official Car Partner for the 2026/27 season, marking a fifth consecutive year of partnership. A valued supporter of the club, Nick Pelosi Ltd has become an integral part of the MK Lightning family, providing outstanding support both behind [...] The post Nick Pelosi Ltd Returns as Official Car Partner for a Fifth Season appeared first on Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey.

lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to confirm the return of Milique Martelly for the 2026/27 campaign. Martelly, a familiar face to lifestack MK Lightning supporters, re-joins the roster as the organisation continues to build a competitive and dynamic squad under Head Coach Pete Russell. Known for his speed, tenacity, and developing offensive impact, [...] The post Martelly Returns to the Blue Line as Lightning Lock in Key Defensive Piece for 2026/27 appeared first on Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey.

lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are thrilled to announce the return of forward Sean Norris for the 2026/27 NIHL National Division season. The 26-year-old Ascot-born forward is back where he belongs, returning to Planet Ice Milton Keynes for another campaign in Lightning colours. A firm fan favourite and one of the most dangerous forwards in [...] The post Norris is Home: Sean Returns to lifestack MK Lightning for 2026/27 appeared first on Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey.

An eight-year-old entrepreneur has been recognised for her outstanding fundraising efforts after helping Franklins Solicitors' annual £50 Challenge raise more than £50,000 for charities across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes.

MyMiltonKeynes is set to bring a burst of colour and creativity to Milton Keynes city centre this summer with the launch of Elmer’s Art Parade, a free, family-friendly sculpture trail inspired by the beloved children’s character Elmer the Patchwork Elephant.

A landmark 17th century chapel in Stony Stratford, formerly home to Calcutta Brasserie, has been acquired by new ownership and is set to undergo a striking transformation to create the Chapel Chophouse & Bar.

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.

A toxic mix of hundreds of chemicals has been detected at three illegal waste sites across the country.

Two of the men jailed for killing police officer Andrew Harper after he was dragged down a country road while responding to a burglary may be eligible for early release.

OpenAI has revealed some of its models went rogue and hacked into another artificial intelligence company in an "unprecedented cyber incident".

In a significant move in the middle of a war, Ukraine's president has sacked his military chief and is seeking to woo a former defence minister back into the fold – just days after ousting him too.

Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder, has been approached to join a consortium which is in talks to buy a stake in Liverpool Football Club.

Chelsea have broken the record for the most expensive transfer for a British player, signing Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for £117m.

A humanitarian worker is being assessed in a London hospital following potential exposure to Ebola, health officials say.

A toxic mix of hundreds of chemicals has been detected at three illegal waste sites across the country.

Two of the men jailed for killing police officer Andrew Harper after he was dragged down a country road while responding to a burglary may be eligible for early release.

Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder, has been approached to join a consortium which is in talks to buy a stake in Liverpool Football Club.

A humanitarian worker is being assessed in a London hospital following potential exposure to Ebola, health officials say.

New defence secretary Wes Streeting has criticised a live-fire military exercise carried out by a Russian warship around 40 nautical miles (46 miles) off the British coast, calling it "performative and irresponsible".

The death of a man who fell after balcony railings gave way is being investigated as a potential corporate manslaughter, according to a pre-inquest review.

A monkey found abandoned in a laundry bag on a London bus has had a happy ending after being rehomed to a sanctuary.

Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75.

Long-serving Premier League referee Anthony Taylor is standing down after 16 years in England's top flight at the conclusion of the World Cup.

Luke Littler thinks he still has a long way to go to be the "greatest ever" darts player but is motivated to keep checking achievements off his list, starting with going back-to-back at the World Matchplay in Blackpool.

Luke Littler and Nathan Aspinall produced a World Matchplay epic, with the world No 1 hitting a nine-darter on the way to a mesmerising 11-8 win at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.

US singer D4vd, who is accused of murdering and dismembering a teenage girl, told police he did not know she was a minor, a court has heard.

US actress Kaylee Hottle, 18, who starred in two Godzilla movies, has died in a car crash in Maryland, her father has announced.

The media regulator has opened an investigation into the Channel 4 dating show Married At First Sight (MAFS) UK following a "fairness and privacy" complaint.

A judge has ordered a temporary halt to the takeover of Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) by Paramount Skydance, as several US states move to block the deal.

France has approved a blanket ban on under-15 children using social media, the first European country to introduce such a restriction.

New defence secretary Wes Streeting has criticised a live-fire military exercise carried out by a Russian warship around 40 nautical miles (46 miles) off the British coast, calling it "performative and irresponsible".

At least 10 people have died in a disaster inside an under-construction tunnel in India.

A woman in her 50s has been seriously injured in a suspected stabbing at a church in Ireland.

More than two million people will face a hosepipe ban after South East Water said it was extending water restrictions.

The media regulator has opened an investigation into the Channel 4 dating show Married At First Sight (MAFS) UK following a "fairness and privacy" complaint.

Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the UK, their lawyer has said, after the brothers appeared in court for the first time since their arrest on rape and sex trafficking charges.

Flying taxi factories could soon be built in the UK, with a Bristol-based manufacturer announcing it's in advanced talks with the government.

OpenAI has revealed some of its models went rogue and hacked into another artificial intelligence company in an "unprecedented cyber incident".

Britain's biggest water company has announced a hosepipe ban for more than 10 million people - as the Environment Agency warned much of England is at risk of drought.

Flying taxi factories could soon be built in the UK, with a Bristol-based manufacturer announcing it's in advanced talks with the government.

Arctic winter sea ice is back in rapid decline after a slowdown in melting at the start of the decade, scientists have found.

Two of the men jailed for killing police officer Andrew Harper after he was dragged down a country road while responding to a burglary may be eligible for early release.

Richard Tice, the deputy leader of Reform, has repeated a demand for Thames Water to be placed into a temporary form of public ownership and said he feels "gut-wrenching fury" over the seven-figure remuneration packages handed to the company's top executives as it teeters on the brink of collapse.

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A monkey found abandoned in a laundry bag on a London bus has had a happy ending after being rehomed to a sanctuary.

A newly discovered species of monkey with distinctive orange lips has been discovered deep in the forests of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton has become the most expensive dinosaur fossil sold at auction after an unidentified buyer paid more than $50m (£37.3m) for it.

An Australian man has broken the world record for the loudest-ever shout.

Japanese authorities have captured a bear following a multi-day search that saw nearly 100 schools close.

Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder, has been approached to join a consortium which is in talks to buy a stake in Liverpool Football Club.

Richard Tice, the deputy leader of Reform, has repeated a demand for Thames Water to be placed into a temporary form of public ownership and said he feels "gut-wrenching fury" over the seven-figure remuneration packages handed to the company's top executives as it teeters on the brink of collapse.

Private sector wage growth has fallen below 3% for the first time since 2020, official figures show.