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Luton Town have announced the arrival of midfielder Dan Gore on loan from Manchester United.

Paul Warne praised his MK Dons’ side for their defensive work as they shut out Leicester in a 0-0 draw at Stadium MK.

Luton Town suffered a heavy defeat away at Mansfield Town as they lost 5-2 at the One Call Stadium.

Luton Town have signed attacker Jamie Donley, who has joined the Hatters on a season-long loan from Spurs.

Northampton Town picked up a point after a 1-1 draw away at Gillingham.

MK Dons picked up a point as they held Leicester City to a goalless draw at Stadium MK.

Milton Keynes City Council has announced support for plans to strengthen its garage portfolio, invest in retained sites, cut long-term costs, generate funds from selected sales, and transform surplus land into upgraded facilities.

Luton Town are out of the Carabao Cup following a 2-0 defeat by Premier League giants Chelsea.

Milton Keynes City Council is set to appoint contractors to demolish the Brunel Centre and former Wilko building, marking a major step in Bletchley's renewal and unlocking one of the town centre's most significant regeneration opportunities. 

Milton Keynes City Council has approved plans to strengthen its garage portfolio, invest in retained sites, cut long-term costs, generate funds from selected sales, and transform surplus land into housing, parking, EV charging and other beneficial uses for residents.

The Leader of Milton Keynes City Council has responded to the Government's call for councils to confirm their preferred approach to devolution by reaffirming support for a new Strategic Mayoral Authority covering Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK).

60 years ago, a group of starry-eyed idealists looked down upon the Buckinghamshire countryside from the skies and imagined a city. These were not your average stuffy and suited urban planners brandishing blueprints and briefcases; they were radicals, visionaries, ‘hippies in helicopters’ with a blank slate to start from and a remit to ‘make no small plans’. The city they imagined was experimental, mould-breaking, controversial and unapologetically optimistic. It fused the practical and the poetic, the ancient and the modern – a place where mirrored modernism and pagan-inflected mysticism coul

Above: Milton Keynes City Council Leader, Cllr Jane Carr with children enjoying a free activity session run by MK Dons in partnership with the city council at Germander Park School

Above (centre) Mayor of MK, Cllr Paul Trendall with Cllr Donna Fuller and city council staff in the new community larder at Pebbles Family Centre

Pictured: Poet Maureen Onwunali at Reggae Land Festival

Milton Keynes City Council has partnered with the NHS to launch a new website aimed at helping residents reduce their risk of falls, stay active and maintain their independence.

lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning forward Elliot Lewis has earned an exciting opportunity in the Elite League with Guildford Flames following a successful training camp. The move sees Lewis join the club where he developed through the junior ranks, while remaining on a two-way agreement with MK Lightning. It represents an excellent opportunity for Elliot [...] The post Elliot Lewis Earns Elite League Opportunity with Guildford Flames appeared first on Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey.

lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce that Big Web Warehouse has become the official player sponsor of defenceman Kell Beattie for the 2026/27 season, adding this new business to the club's growing family of partners. Based in Peterborough, Big Web Warehouse is a family owned and run storage and order fulfilment company, [...] The post Big Web Warehouse Announced as Official Player Sponsor of Kell Beattie for 2026/27 appeared first on Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey.

MK Lightning is proud to announce a significant investment into MK Storm, strengthening the junior hockey pathway that will develop the Milton Keynes players of tomorrow. Following on from the announcement of Joe Wilson as the Director of Hockey for the MK Storm Juniors last week, we are delighted to announce another exciting appointment [...] The post MK Lightning legend Ross Green, the club’s iconic number 21, takes on a new role as Ice Hockey Development Coordinator for MK Storm. appeared first on Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey.

lifestack Milton Keynes Lightning are delighted to announce the signing of import forward Danny Weight for the 2026/27 NIHL National Division season. The 24-year-old forward, born in Edmonton, Alberta, arrives in Milton Keynes after working his way through a strong North American development pathway. Weight spent a season at Boston College before moving on [...] The post Worth the Weight: Lightning Land Import Forward for 2026/27 appeared first on Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey.

The countdown is officially on! There is now just one year to go until IF: Milton Keynes International Festival 2027 returns, bringing ten days of spectacular performances, art, music and unforgettable experiences to the city.

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.

Summer 2026 has been declared the hottest since records began in 1884, according to provisional statistics.

A family has paid tribute to their "beloved daughter" who died in a house fire.

A husband who told police he had "disposed" of his wife after stabbing her 77 times has been jailed for life with a minimum term of 20 years.

Police are investigating the death of a Briton in the Caribbean after a private post-mortem found it was a homicide, a coroner has said.

Some of Britain's biggest retailers, including Asda, Marks & Spencer (M&S) and Tesco, have warned Andy Burnham that a renewed budget tax raid could threaten his cost of living campaign as well as the viability of some of their biggest stores across the country.

The first baby identified through a UK-first spinal muscular atrophy screening programme has started life-changing treatment.

Two people have died and more than 80 others rescued over the weekend after a major flash flood at the Grand Canyon.

The families of PC Matthew Blades and PC Thomas Clough will share around £1.25m in fundraising.

Summer 2026 has been declared the hottest since records began in 1884, according to provisional statistics.

A family has paid tribute to their "beloved daughter" who died in a house fire.

A husband who told police he had "disposed" of his wife after stabbing her 77 times has been jailed for life with a minimum term of 20 years.

The families of PC Matthew Blades and PC Thomas Clough will share around £1.25m in fundraising.

Some of Britain's biggest retailers, including Asda, Marks & Spencer (M&S) and Tesco, have warned Andy Burnham that a renewed budget tax raid could threaten his cost of living campaign as well as the viability of some of their biggest stores across the country.

The first baby identified through a UK-first spinal muscular atrophy screening programme has started life-changing treatment.

Storm names for the year ahead are released by the Met Office every September after input from the public.

Police are investigating the death of a Briton in the Caribbean after a private post-mortem found it was a homicide, a coroner has said.

Chelsea are working hard to line up a replacement for Enzo Fernandez before the transfer deadline.

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football aged 39.

Liverpool have completed the signing of Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain.

Gabriel Jesus said he has fulfilled a "dream" after completing his move to Barcelona from Arsenal.

Dolly Parton has been laid to rest following a private family funeral.

British fashion designer John Galliano has announced the 2027 Met Gala honouring his career has been cancelled over his past racist and antisemitic comments.

The Sussexes' return to the UK has been linked to a possible resumption of Meghan's acting career - but senior TV executives have told Sky News "there's no chance" that is the reason.

Peter Cullen, who voiced characters in Winnie the Pooh and Transformers, has died aged 85, his agent and family have confirmed.

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An anxious wait for news continues in northern Cyprus with nearly 20 people still missing after a ferry capsized.

Police are investigating the death of a Briton in the Caribbean after a private post-mortem found it was a homicide, a coroner has said.

Argentina's Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football.

Summer 2026 has been declared the hottest since records began in 1884, according to provisional statistics.

Artificial intelligence could cause a worldwide economic downturn, the governor of the Bank of England has warned.

The US central bank "will have work to do" unless inflationary pressures recede, according to its Trump-appointed chair who was under pressure to signal if interest rates would rise in response.

An anxious wait for news continues in northern Cyprus with nearly 20 people still missing after a ferry capsized.

Summer 2026 has been declared the hottest since records began in 1884, according to provisional statistics.

Storm names for the year ahead are released by the Met Office every September after input from the public.

More than 100 companies have written an open letter calling for collective action to strengthen cyber defences amid a rise in AI-enabled cyber attacks.

Google has updated its maps application to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America" for users in the US.

Sir James Cleverly is stepping down from the shadow cabinet to stand for London mayor.

One in two Britons backs a ban on trade with Israeli West Bank settlements, polling suggests.

Man's best friend knows how you feel, as scientists have found that dogs can distinguish between emotions in people's faces.

AI videos of fruit and vegetable characters unleashing gory violence are spreading extremist ideas and helping normalise graphic violence, researchers claim.

A flight in Canada has been cancelled after a child refused to sit down and fasten their seatbelt.

Two drivers of Mercedes-AMG cars have filed a class action lawsuit against the luxury car company after they allegedly suffered burn injuries from the AMG logo on their driver's seat.

A boxer from the tiny Pacific island of Tuvalu has won her country's first Commonwealth Games medal without winning a fight.

Some of Britain's biggest retailers, including Asda, Marks & Spencer (M&S) and Tesco, have warned Andy Burnham that a renewed budget tax raid could threaten his cost of living campaign as well as the viability of some of their biggest stores across the country.

Artificial intelligence could cause a worldwide economic downturn, the governor of the Bank of England has warned.

A Norwegian steel group which has been pursuing a bid for Britain’s third-biggest producer of the metal for most of this year has lined up new backing to get its “oven-ready” offer over the line.

Allianz, the German insurance behemoth, is considering a £5bn takeover swoop for the AA, the breakdown recovery group which ranks among Britain’s biggest membership organisations.