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MOTORING: School holidays are approaching and summer road trips are calling — but is your car ready? 🚗☀️Soul Garages in ...
14/06/2026

MOTORING: School holidays are approaching and summer road trips are calling — but is your car ready? 🚗☀️

Soul Garages in Olney is reminding drivers to check tyres, coolant, batteries and air conditioning before heading off on longer journeys this summer.

A few simple checks now could help avoid a breakdown later.

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Summer vehicle checks can help drivers avoid breakdowns during holiday road trips by identifying tyre, battery and cooling issues early.

Many couples don't realise that getting married can automatically revoke an existing Will.The latest guidance from Wilso...
14/06/2026

Many couples don't realise that getting married can automatically revoke an existing Will.

The latest guidance from Wilson Browne Solicitors highlights why this little-known rule could have major consequences for families, particularly where children from previous relationships, business interests or farms are involved.

The article also explores the significant differences between marriage and cohabitation when it comes to inheritance tax, intestacy rules and protecting family assets.

With recent changes affecting Business Property Relief and Agricultural Property Relief, understanding your options has never been more important.

Read the full article to find out what these changes could mean for you and your loved ones.

📖 Click here to read more >> https://nnpulse.co.uk/why-i-do-just-changed-your-will-inheritance-tax-planning-for-married-couples-and-cohabitees/


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Marriage can revoke your Will and affect inheritance tax planning. Learn the key estate planning differences for couples.

A £1 ticket could turn into £3,000 this summer — and help support local families at the same time. 💙Willen Hospice Milto...
12/06/2026

A £1 ticket could turn into £3,000 this summer — and help support local families at the same time. 💙

Willen Hospice Milton Keynes has launched its annual Summer Super Draw, with a bigger top prize than ever before and every ticket helping fund vital care for people living with life-limiting illnesses across Milton Keynes.

Alongside the £3,000 first prize, there are hundreds of additional cash prizes up for grabs, plus the chance to win the weekly lottery rollover jackpot.

Most importantly, every entry helps Willen Hospice continue providing expert care and support to local patients and their loved ones when they need it most.

Read the full story and find out how to enter 👇

🔗 https://mkpulse.co.uk/win-3000-and-help-willen-hospice-care-for-local-families/

Enter Willen Hospice's Summer Super Draw for just £1 and be in with a chance of winning £3,000 while supporting local hospice care.

Northampton is looking brighter than ever as hundreds of colourful hanging baskets and planters appear across the town a...
12/06/2026

Northampton is looking brighter than ever as hundreds of colourful hanging baskets and planters appear across the town ahead of this year's RHS East Midlands in Bloom judging. 🌸🌿

Backed by Northampton Town Council and supported by Northampton Town BID, the town is once again competing for Bloom honours after securing a Silver Gilt award last year.

The judges' route will showcase community groups, environmental projects, heritage sites and plenty of floral displays celebrating the Year of the Woman Farmer.

Read the full story to discover who's involved and how Northampton is hoping to impress the judges this summer. 👇

🔗 https://nnpulse.co.uk/northampton-bursts-into-bloom-as-town-prepares-for-rhs-judges-return/

Northampton is blooming once again as hundreds of floral displays are installed ahead of the RHS East Midlands in Bloom judges' visit this July.

Looking for something different for a teenager this summer?The Parks Trust is encouraging 14 to 17-year-olds across Milt...
11/06/2026

Looking for something different for a teenager this summer?

The Parks Trust is encouraging 14 to 17-year-olds across Milton Keynes to join its free Youth Rangers programme, offering hands-on conservation activities, practical skills and the chance to make new friends outdoors. 🌳🦋

From tree planting and wildlife surveys to pond clearance and wildflower seed collection, the programme gives young people the opportunity to help care for some of Milton Keynes' most loved green spaces.

Parents and carers can find out how to get involved by reading the full story here: https://mkpulse.co.uk/from-tree-planting-to-wildlife-surveys-mk-teens-invited-to-join-free-youth-rangers-group/

Milton Keynes teenagers aged 14-17 can join The Parks Trust's free Youth Rangers programme to learn outdoor skills and help local green spaces.

MUSIC: Everybody get up... because Five are heading to Northampton! 🎤✨The chart-topping 90s boyband will bring their big...
09/06/2026

MUSIC: Everybody get up... because Five are heading to Northampton! 🎤✨

The chart-topping 90s boyband will bring their biggest hits to Delapré Abbey on Friday 24 July 2026 as part of the new Live at the Abbey concert series.

Fans can expect a night packed with nostalgia, singalong anthems and throwback favourites, with support from The Wanted 2.0 and more special guests still to be announced.

From *Keep On Movin'* to *Everybody Get Up*, this could be one of Northampton's biggest summer parties of 2026.

Read the full story here 👇

https://nnpulse.co.uk/five-are-bringing-the-party-to-delapre-abbey-and-northamptons-about-to-get-a-serious-90s-throwback/


Delapré Abbey

Five will headline Delapré Abbey in Northampton on 24 July 2026, joined by The Wanted 2.0 for a huge summer throwback concert.

🚴‍♀️ A favourite fixture in the Milton Keynes calendar is back this June.Ride High's Ride MK Cycling Festival returns on...
08/06/2026

🚴‍♀️ A favourite fixture in the Milton Keynes calendar is back this June.

Ride High's Ride MK Cycling Festival returns on 14 June, offering routes for everyone from experienced cyclists to young riders taking on their very first challenge.

With four routes to choose from, a festival atmosphere, food, music and family activities, the event raises vital funds to support vulnerable and disadvantaged children across Milton Keynes.

Ride High helps local young people build confidence, resilience and wellbeing through its unique programme combining horses, therapeutic support and youth work.

Find out what's planned, how to get involved and why every mile ridden makes a difference.

👉 https://mkpulse.co.uk/ride-mk-returns-why-milton-keynes-should-get-back-in-the-saddle-this-june/

🚴‍♂️☀️🐴 Ride High MK

If there’s one thing Milton Keynes does exceptionally well, it’s cycling. With more than 200 miles of Redways weaving through parks, lakes and green spaces, the city was practically built for two wheels. And this June, local charity Ride High is inviting residents to put those Redways (and their...

What does a year as Mayor of MK really look like?From community events and charity work to representing the city on a na...
12/05/2026

What does a year as Mayor of MK really look like?

From community events and charity work to representing the city on a national stage, James Lancaster has spent the past year at the heart of it all. His reflections offer a glimpse into the people, moments and experiences that defined his time in the role — and what makes Milton Keynes such a unique place to live.

Take a look:
https://mkpulse.co.uk/one-year-one-city-james-lancaster-reflects-on-life-as-mayor-of-milton-keynes/

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Dog festivals, woodland adventures, family fun days and scenic walks — Milton Keynes’ parks are packed with things to do...
10/05/2026

Dog festivals, woodland adventures, family fun days and scenic walks — Milton Keynes’ parks are packed with things to do this May 🌳☀️

The Parks Trust still has plenty of outdoor events coming up across the city, including the return of the Big Doggie Do at Willen Lake and half-term activities at Howe Park Wood.

Read the full guide here 👇
https://mkpulse.co.uk/dogs-picnics-and-woodland-walks-whats-still-happening-in-milton-keynes-parks-this-may/

If the recent sunshine has suddenly convinced you that you’re an “outdoors person” now, Milton Keynes has excellent timing. The city’s parks are packed with events for the rest of May — and thankfully, most of them require very little specialist equipment beyond trainers, sunglasses and pe...

Milton Keynes is preparing for another sea of glow sticks, cow-print costumes and late-night walkers as Willen Hospice M...
10/05/2026

Milton Keynes is preparing for another sea of glow sticks, cow-print costumes and late-night walkers as Willen Hospice Milton Keynes brings back its much-loved Midnight Moo 🐄🌙

The annual charity walk returns on 26 June, with hundreds expected to take on five- and 10-mile routes across the city to help raise vital funds for hospice care.

The event has become one of MK’s biggest community fundraisers — and for many families, it’s far more than just a walk.

Read the full story here 👇
https://mkpulse.co.uk/midnight-moo-returns-to-milton-keynes-as-hundreds-prepare-to-walk-for-willen-hospice/

Willen Hospice’s Midnight Moo returns to Milton Keynes on 26 June, raising vital funds for hospice care across the region.

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