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Woodfines announces new chapter with managing partner appointment

Woodfines Solicitors is thrilled to announce the appointment of Suzanna Stephenson as its new Managing Partner with effect from 1st April 2025. Suzanna, takes over the role from Neil Gibbs and will take on responsibility for the firm's continued evolution and growth across the Oxford to Cambridge Growth Corridor. She will be working closely with all stakeholders in the firm to deliver the next phase of the firm's proactive strategy. She is a commercial property specialist who joined Woodfines in 2014, rising to head of the property team in 2020. She is dedicated to working collaboratively with colleagues to drive..

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New Fashion Destination ‘Trends’ Opens at Midsummer Place

Midsummer Place is excited to announce the grand opening of Trends, a brand-new fashion store offering the latest in high-street and designer fashion. Located in the heart of the shopping centre, Trends is set to be the go-to destination for fashion-forward shoppers, featuring a curated selection of must-have pieces and showcasing some of the biggest names in fashion. Trends is proud to offer casual menswear brands such as Sergio Tacchini, Fila, Weekend offender as well as streetwear brands like Fully paid and Money. Giving shoppers access to exclusive styles and renowned designers under one roof. From bold streetwear to timeless..

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Willen Hospice: Ann’s story

Willen Hospice is a local charity in Milton Keynes, supporting local people with life-limiting illnesses. Hospice care is about providing wrap-around care, looking at the patient holistically and not just seeing to their physical needs. For Ann, this has been invaluable for her, improving her quality of life, independence and her outlook on life. Ann was referred to the Hospice’s Lymphoedema service by her GP when she moved to Milton Keynes from the south-west in 2021. While Ann was having her treatment, the expert staff at Willen Hospice were able to spot what other therapeutic and wellbeing support she might..

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A Thriving Year For MK’s Parks

Through the year there have been lots of events and activities across the city’s parks for residents to enjoy, including the MK Health Walks programme of 528 walks attended by more than 12,000 participants getting active outdoors. This year’s calendar included all the fan favourites like Bat Walks, Parkland Play, and community litter picks, as well as the popular new series of Parks & Ride cycling events for families. There was record attendance for Parks & Run in 2024, and the Walking Festival featured new collaboration events with both MK Lit Fest and artists of the Gyosei Art Trail. Park..

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First Ever Reformer Pilates Studio Lands in Central Milton Keynes

Studio 281, the award-winning and hugely popular reformer Pilates studio group, is delighted to announce that due to overwhelming customer demand, it will be expanding, opening a high-spec studio in Milton Keynes on July 1st – the first ever of its kind in the area. The state-of-the-art studio promises an unparalleled fitness experience for clients old and new. With an inclusive and comprehensive schedule of classes from Monday to Saturday, Studio 281 offers high-quality, bespoke sessions led by expert instructors who pride themselves on a hands-on, personalised approach. The expansion to Milton Keynes follows the immense success of Studio 281’s..

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Securing Your Future: Insights from 25 Years in the Fire and Security Industry

Lee Dorman has dedicated over 25 years to the fire and security industry. Throughout his career he has had the privilege of working on countless projects, protecting homes, businesses, and large-scale facilities. His expertise spans system design, installation, and maintenance and he has been honoured with multiple awards for contributions to the industry. As the CEO of Tindall Security, he spearheads a team that prioritises innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. With crime rates on the rise, Lee is committed to sharing his expertise at a time when it has never been more important to protect your assets and loved ones...

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Contact Rights of Grandparents

Discover how grandparents in England and Wales can maintain connections with their grandchildren after family separations through legal avenues like mediation and court permissions, emphasising the importance of child welfare for preserving essential family bonds. There is a special bond between a grandparent and a grandchild, one that can sometimes be affected when the relationship between the grandchild’s parents breaks down. A difficult consequence of a family breakup can be grandparents losing contact with their grandchild, either due to one parent losing contact or a direct dispute between the grandparents and the parents. Under the law in England and Wales,..

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Heritage Open Days return to MK’s parks!

This year’s Heritage Open Days events from The Parks Trust are set to uncover the routes, networks, and connections that weave through Milton Keynes’ scenic parklands. In September, residents are invited to explore some of the art, history, and nature found across the city’s 6,000 acres of green spaces. Julie Dawes, Events & Community Engagement Manager at The Parks Trust says “Our amazing network of parks, connected by green routes and redways, are the perfect fit for this year’s theme (routes, networks and connections)! So, this year’s events are all about getting to know the city’s green spaces - learning..

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