M1 Lorry Fire Sparks Major Delays and Lane Closures
A lorry fire on the M1 southbound has closed three lanes, causing severe delays of one hour and 6 miles of congestion. Avoid the area between Northampton and Milton Keynes.
A lorry fire on the M1 southbound has closed three lanes, causing severe delays of one hour and 6 miles of congestion. Avoid the area between Northampton and Milton Keynes.
Beloved Woburn Sands Garden Centre announces permanent closure, citing unsustainable losses and government policy. A closing-down sale with 20% off is now underway.
Beloved Woburn Sands Garden Centre announces permanent closure, citing unsustainable losses and government policy pressures. A closing-down sale with 20% off is now underway.
Victoria Johnston's life was upended when she collapsed at work. After a near three-year diagnostic delay for rare CIDP, she's campaigning for faster UK treatment. Read her story.
Thames Valley Police release e-fit and appeal for witnesses after a teenage girl was followed and sexually assaulted in Milton Keynes on Monday afternoon.
Senior planners warn the government's new towns drive risks failing those most in need. Experts argue for focusing on existing communities and brownfield sites instead. Read the full analysis.
Senior figures behind Milton Keynes criticise the government's new towns drive for insufficient social housing, urging focus on existing communities. Read their expert analysis.
The M1 motorway is partially closed northbound after a crash and oil spill near Milton Keynes, causing major delays. Plan your journey now.
A five-year-old from Milton Keynes enjoyed a £19,000 princess-themed birthday party, complete with a horse-drawn carriage and a designer Givenchy dress. Discover the opulent details and the poignant family story behind the extravagance.
Architects of Milton Keynes slam the government's new towns programme for insufficient social housing and ambition. Can it solve the housing crisis? Read the exclusive.
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A nine-year-old boy was left heartbroken after an Evri delivery driver put his £50 Christmas flipbook in the bin. The family discovered the truth on doorbell footage.
Kim Smith, 64, a quadruple amputee from Milton Keynes, is celebrating her first Christmas able to open presents after a life-changing hand transplant. She urges sepsis awareness and organ donation talks.
Don't miss the final order dates for next-day and standard delivery from M&S, River Island, Boden and more to get your gifts in time for Christmas Day 2025.
Discover beautiful, last-minute Christmas flower arrangements from Freddie's Flowers. Order by 23 December for Christmas Eve delivery. Perfect festive gifts.
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A man in his 20s has died after his car left the M1 and hit a barrier between Milton Keynes and Northampton. The motorway was closed for hours. Follow for updates.
A serious collision has shut the M1 northbound between Junctions 14 and 15. Emergency services are on scene, with closures expected into the night. Follow for live updates.
The Post Office has set the final 2025 posting dates for Christmas deliveries. Find key deadlines for Royal Mail 1st Class, 2nd Class, and tracked services to ensure your parcels arrive in time.
A serious two-vehicle crash on the M1 near Milton Keynes has closed multiple lanes, causing 30-minute delays. National Highways warns of disruption until 3:45am. Follow for live updates.
Shocking doorbell footage shows a DoorDash delivery driver in Florida dropping a wing, putting it back, and licking his fingers. The family demands action and better training.
Milton Keynes Council battles developers to preserve The Point, the UK's groundbreaking 1980s multiplex. Discover the fight to save this architectural landmark.
A Milton Keynes woman discovered a 15ft trench for internet cables dug in her garden without consent, sparking a neighbour feud and potential legal action. Discover the full story.
Residents of Milton Keynes react with amusement as a Pulitzer-winning US magazine describes their town as a technologically advanced dystopia due to its delivery robots. Discover the local response.
A Reddit user exposed the huge price difference between collecting and having your fish and chips delivered. Discover how much you could save on your next takeaway.
Devon solicitor Toby Kippax ordered a Google Pixel 10 from John Lewis but received parcel slips instead. The retailer initially refused refund despite mounting evidence of packaging security flaws.
Google DeepMind is accelerating its robotics ambitions by hiring Boston Dynamics' former CTO. Discover how Gemini AI could power the next generation of humanoid machines.
Melania Trump tells US troops to prepare for battlefield robots, sparking online criticism over her 'dystopian' vision for AI warfare. Read the full story.
A new report reveals a record 15 million Britons had parcel delivery issues. Discover which companies are failing and who came out on top.
A Milton Keynes resident defends the city's 'soulless' reputation, revealing why its futuristic design and tech focus make it an amazing place to live. Discover the real MK.