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Ben Shahrabi
5 days ago2 min read
Holocaust victims’ stories honoured by Maldon military museum 80 years on
Holocaust victims’ stories are being remembered in an exhibition at Maldon’s Combined Military Services Museum, 80 years on.
Ben Shahrabi
Dec 10, 20242 min read
Former Arrow Taxis boss publishes novel about Maldon firm’s Cold War ‘espionage’ role
A “gripping” tale of espionage and illicit love await readers of a Cold War novel written by a Maldon author and former boss of Arrow Taxis.
Ben Shahrabi
Nov 24, 20242 min read
BREAKING: Embassy Court ‘unsafe’ as roof collapse shuts Maldon High Street amid storm Bert disruption
The roof of a retirement complex has partially collapsed amid strong winds, shutting Maldon High Street as Storm Bert batters the district.
Ben Shahrabi
Oct 30, 20242 min read
EXCLUSIVE: Maldon Soultasia 2025 performers Shalamar praise ‘amazing’ Essex fans ahead of return
SOUL LEGENDS are gearing up to return to Maldon next summer, as hitmakers Shalamar have praised the “amazing reception” from the Essex crowd
Ben Shahrabi
Oct 24, 20242 min read
‘Help us preserve Maldon’s beautiful and historic Thames sailing barges’ – charity’s volunteer plea
HELP is needed to save two historic Thames sailing barges, a Maldon-based charity has said, as volunteers are urged to come forward.
Ben Shahrabi
Oct 22, 20241 min read
‘Help us plan for the future’: Maldon District residents urged to complete council survey
Residents, businesses and organisations in the Maldon District are urged to complete the council’s annual survey, with just one month to go.
Ben Shahrabi
Oct 21, 20242 min read
Community radio station’s Halloween quiz ‘a huge success’ as money raised for Maldon District broadcaster
MASTERMINDS and pub quiz novices put their brains to the test in aid of the Maldon District’s community radio station, Caroline Coastal.
Ben Shahrabi
Oct 20, 20242 min read
Maldon Drama Group’s The Brittas Empire: A 'hilarious homage' to the hit 90s sitcom – REVIEW
In the first ever stage adaptation of The Brittas Empire, Maldon Drama Group faithfully recreated the chaos of the 1990s sitcom.
Ben Shahrabi
Sep 3, 20242 min read
Maldon Christmas Event 2024: Plans revealed after ‘changes’ warning
A REVIVED Christmas event will put Maldon businesses first, the town council has vowed, as it unveils this year's plans...
Ben Shahrabi
Aug 8, 20241 min read
Maldon's historic Blue Boar pub to host beer and ale festival
“Maldon’s oldest pub” is set to hold a beer and ale festival, celebrating brewers from all over the country during the August Bank Holiday.
Ben Shahrabi
Jul 26, 20242 min read
Arrow Taxi closure risks loss of hospital transport service for Maldon District, ‘heartbroken’ bosses warn
VULNERABLE people in the Maldon District risk being left without “desperately needed” transport to Broomfield Hospital, it is feared.
Ben Shahrabi
Jul 16, 20242 min read
Maldon District: Sailors embark on round-Britain ‘trip of a lifetime’ for Farleigh Hospice
A crew of sailors from Maldon and Burnham have embarked on a round-Britain trip to raise funds for Farleigh Hospice.
Ben Shahrabi
Jun 30, 20242 min read
Maldon author’s ghost stories book is ‘spooky and inventive’ - REVIEW
“Spooky” tales of ghoulish happenings based in and around Maldon await readers of a new book written by author and actor Barrie Jaimeson.
Ben Shahrabi
Jun 27, 20242 min read
In Pictures: Maldon mayor unveils memorial for ‘hugely influential’ musician David Hughes
A “pillar of the community” has been honoured with a memorial in the centre of Maldon.
Ben Shahrabi
Jun 20, 20242 min read
Maldon musician and author David Hughes to be commemorated with fan-funded memorial
A MEMORIAL to honour an “incredible” Maldon author and musician will be unveiled in a special ceremony, funded by donations from fans.
Ben Shahrabi
Jun 7, 20242 min read
Maldon Mud Race boss hails ‘best ever’ event for 50th anniversary – PICTURES
Maldon saw the “best” Mud Race event in its 50-year history as more than 300 people took on the “gruelling” challenge.
Ben Shahrabi
May 31, 20241 min read
Traveller site in Maldon car park prompts council action
An “unauthorised encampment” of several caravans is currently blocking around 20 bays at a town centre car park, Maldon Council has said.
Ben Shahrabi
May 22, 20242 min read
Historic Maldon landmark gets £100k funding boost
An icon of Maldon's waterfront has won a huge funding boost of nearly £100,000 towards its much-needed restoration.
Ben Shahrabi
May 22, 20242 min read
Major roads to close in Maldon this Saturday – here’s when
Widespread road closures in the Maldon district are set to cause disruption for motorists this weekend, as the region welcomes some of the w
Ben Shahrabi
May 20, 20242 min read
Maldon mayor ‘honoured and humbled’ by historic re-election
History has been made following the election of Maldon’s Mayor, making him the fifth person to serve three consecutive terms in 214 years.
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