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Charity skydive total reaches dizzying heights
A young woman has raised a lofty sum for Keech Hospice after a 10,000ft skydive.
MKFM set to hit the airwaves
MKFM is ready to rock and roll as of tomorrow with new breakfast show host Gaz Wesley.
MK 360 Play is going outdoors for the summer
Milton Keynes 360 Play has finally announced it will be opening its outdoor activity area.
Comment: How John Whiteley was a true inspiration – not Apprentice loser
It’s a shame the Milton Keynes contestant was booted off the new series of ‘The Apprentice.’
Economic slowdown ‘increases pressure to act unethically’
Management accountants are being put under growing pressure to act unethically, a meeting in Milton Keynes heard.
Bankers to take on 68-mile challenge in two days
A city woman is part of a team looking to run 68 miles in two days to raise money for CLIC Sargent.
High Street fashion comes to MK College
Students at Milton Keynes College will soon be able to understand where their fashions come from thanks to a new partnership with Midsummer Place Shopping Centre.
Michael Buble tribute act to appear at Silk Road Ladies Night
Ladies are being invited for a man-free night of entertainment, live music and a three course meal at Silk Road restaurant.
Matron gets behind Citizen A&E campaign video
Jacquie Burnett was told she shouldn’t work with people but consider gardening as a career option.
Thieves steal iPads and cash in burglary
Apple iPads, an EEE Netbook, a Compaq laptop and £250 cash were stolen during a burglary in New Bradwell on Wednesday.
‘I had double mastectomy – just like Angelina Jolie’
In the week Hollywood superstar Angelina Jolie shocked the world by revealing she has had a double mastectomy, a city woman has spoken of her decision to undergo the same procedure.
Man charged in connection with series of burglaries in Olney
A 41-year-old man has been charged in relation to four burglaries and an attempted robbery in Olney.
Van destroyed in suspected arson attack
A Mercedes box van with £4,000 of goods in has been destroyed during a suspected arson attack in Fishermead.
No holes left in council pothole plan as workers catch up on craters
Council workers have repaired 876 potholes in a month to help clear the backlog of work created by the cold winter spell .
Traffic delays after elderly lady collapses in Buckingham Road
Traffic was brought to a standstill yesterday after an elderly lady collapsed while crossing Buckingham Road in Bletchley.
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Buzz Lightyear, astronauts and me
It’s amazing where a cup of tea can take you... to space and beyond.
Post at Willen Surgery left unanswered for more than two weeks
NHS England has washed its hands of any responsibility after potentially important post was left lying untouched for more than a week at the closed Willen Village Surgery.
More reason than ever to back new A&E campaign
Citizen journalist Sally Murrer experienced A&E first hand this week when her mother was rushed in after suffering a fall, but had nothing but praise for the staff.
Evil creation wins national prize for body painter
A villainous puppet master terrorised children at a national festival last week – and scooped a Loughton artist a top award in the process.
Showing love for Bletchley
Hundreds of people filled the streets on Saturday for the second annual Love Bletchley Day.
New plastic milk bottle is ‘virgin’ on the brilliant
Plastic milk bottle innovators from Newport Pagnell have done it again with yet another landmark.
Children with disabilities showcase talents to employers
A special school’s students will be showing off their employment skills at an event in Rugby on Wednesday (May 22).
Fancy dress challenge for future workforce
The workers of the future are learning all about the variety of occupations open to them after raiding the dressing up box for a special careers day.
Marketers used their grey matter to win award
A creative agency from Milton Keynes has scooped a commendation for one of its integrated marketing campaigns.
Regional event to put the spotlight on business support
An afternoon networking event near Milton Keynes next month is set to put the spotlight on business support.
Half a million contract to take Milton Keynes to China
Two cities in China are set to be based on Milton Keynes after a local firm announced a design contract worth half a million pounds.
Shoppers can expect the VIP treatment at Topshop
One of Milton Keynes’ Top Shops has re-opened following a four-month, mega-bucks makeover, writes Xenia Rimmer.
VIDEO: Have a heart and volunteer with city cardiac group video
A group which encourages people with heart problems to exercise is looking for volunteers.
Drop in sessions support dementia week
The ExtraCare Charitable Trust is set to launch a Healthy Minds Drop-In session at the beginning of dementia week.
History of computer music at Bletchley Park
The National Museum of Computing (TNMOC) at Bletchley Park has unveiled a temporary hands-on display tracing the history of computer music.
New Mayor for Milton Keynes announces pledges
New Mayor for Milton Keynes, Councillor Brian White, announced his pledges to the city for the coming year at a council chamber meeting on Wednesday night.
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One seat left to fill before board is full
A partnership tasked with selling and developing £32million of land assets in Milton Keynes has only one board post to fill after the latest appointment.
No jail for driver who caused motorcyclist death
A driver who caused the death of a motorcyclist has been spared jail after taking responsibility for the crash.
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History comes to life at museum
Billed as the biggest re-enactment encampment in town, the History Festival at Milton Keynes Museum did not disappoint.
Popstar Peter put effort in to help transform home
A couple were made up when their house got a makeover as part of a television programme hosted by former popstar, Peter Andre.
Nurse highlights impact of Parkinson’s disease
A BBC Lifeline programme is set to follow the city’s Parkinson’s nurse in a short documentary, due to air later this month.
Redundancy looms for school workers
More than 50 workers at Stantonbury Campus are facing redundancy before the start of the next school year.
Shot in the arm for our A&E campaign
The Citizen campaign for a new A&E has received its biggest ever boost – and a hint that funding could soon be available.
Aftercare for homeless hospital patients set to improve
A move to improve after care and support for homeless citizens who leave hospital has been praised by the city’s MPs.
Driver’s car stolen by gang in robbery
A driver was threatened before having his car stolen during a robbery in Great Holm on Tuesday.
Wave goodbye to ordinary networking
An events company is inviting marketing, events, sales or communications professionals from Milton Keynes-based international companies to go networking on yachts.
Fashion retailers link up with college
Students interested in careers in fashion or retail can talk one-on-one with staff from some of the biggest retailers from the UK and abroad during events held at their college.
Time for Mayor to take a seat on the right side of chamber
Outgoing mayor Catriona Morris, handed back her mayoral chain last night departing after a successful year saying, ‘it’s time for me to be mummy again.’
Trek the Great Wall of China – and raise money for hospice care
City residents will have the chance to take part in the trip of a lifetime in almost exactly a year’s time – thanks to Marie Curie Cancer Care.
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VIDEO: Fishermead clean is a hit with residents video
Residents of Fishermead Residents Association rolled up their sleeves and got down to the gritty task of clearing the estate of rubbish on Saturday.
Video: hand reared piglets at Whipsnade Zoo video
Three wild boar piglets are being hand reared by zoo keepers - with the help of a cuddly toy sheep.
Council win more than £48,000 in High Court
The council has secured more than £48,000 after winning a High Court battle on Tuesday.
By-election dates named after death of Rita Venn
The by-election to fill the vacancy in the Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Ward has been arranged.
Children preparing for ‘World of Work’ after successful MK pilot
A new teaching activity piloted in Milton Keynes school is set to be rolled out across the country.
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