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Maldon Queen Victoria pub to star in BBC programme for Eastenders’ 40th anniversary
A popular Maldon pub will feature on BBC One’s Morning Live programme, as part of Eastenders’ 40th anniversary celebrations.

Ben Shahrabi
Feb 182 min read


Former Maldon Town Mayor Flo Shaughnessy has died
Flo Shaughnessy - a town councillor, active local volunteer and former Mayor of Maldon - has died.

Ben Shahrabi
Feb 172 min read


£20k grant will fund training to keep Maldon's 'iconic' Thames sailing barges afloat
PRECIOUS training to preserve Maldon's iconic red-sailed barges will be funded thanks to a £19,600 grant.

Ben Shahrabi
Feb 122 min read


‘Mind-blowing’: Burnham’s Sara Howarth wins silver at Invictus Games
A VETERAN from Burnham has overcome life-threatening illness to win a silver medal at the Invictus Games in Canada.

Ben Shahrabi
Feb 102 min read


LIVE: Burnham's Sara Howarth competes at Invictus Games in Canada
WATCH RAF veteran Sara Howarth, from Burnham-On-Crouch, compete for Team UK in Wheelchair Curling at the Invictus Games in Canada.

Ben Shahrabi
Feb 91 min read


Essex councils accepted onto Devolution Priority Programme
Essex councils have been accepted onto the Devolution Priority Programme, which could see more powers handed over by central government.
Joshua Holmes-Bright
Feb 52 min read


Burnham's Sara Howarth on her journey to the Invictus Games in Canada - EXCLUSIVE
Burnham’s sporting superstar tells Caroline Coastal how her brain “exploding” ended her RAF career, ahead of the Invictus Games in Canada.

Ben Shahrabi
Feb 42 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
Jan 262 min read


Blaze at Burnham farm sees multiple Essex fire crews on scene - as warning issued
A LARGE BLAZE at a farm in Burnham has seen fire crews from across the county sent to tackle it, amid fears it could spread.

Ben Shahrabi
Jan 241 min read


New Essex County Council chief teases ‘big changes’ ahead of devolution plans
The new head of Essex County Council says “big changes” lie ahead amid the government's plans for devolution.

Ben Shahrabi
Jan 242 min read


Maldon Pantomime Society 'sensational' in King Arthur performance - REVIEW
Caroline Coastal FM presenter Ellie Boyce reviews the Maldon Pantomime Society's performance of King Arthur.
Joshua Holmes-Bright
Jan 222 min read


Purleigh crash victim, 21, named as family pays tribute to 'much-loved son'
A 21-year-old man who was killed in a car crash in Purleigh has been named, as his family paid tribute their "much-loved son".

Ben Shahrabi
Jan 162 min read


Maldon Town Council unveils funding for VE Day 80th anniversary commemorations
Organisations planning to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day in May are encouraged to apply for funding from Maldon Town Council.

Ben Shahrabi
Jan 151 min read


Man dies following Purleigh crash as driver arrested on suspicion of drug driving
A YOUNG man has died and another has been arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving, following a crash in Purleigh.

Ben Shahrabi
Jan 71 min read


Mayor hails 'truly magical evening' following first ever Light Up Maldon event
Maldon Town Council are celebrating the successful debut of Light Up Maldon, which saw the Christmas lights switched on in the High Street.
Joshua Holmes-Bright
Dec 12, 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
Dec 10, 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
Nov 24, 20242 min read


Marsh Farm Father Christmas Experience charity day welcomes families facing tough times
MORE than 100 families facing extremely difficult circumstances have been treated to a “magical day” at Marsh Farm.

Ben Shahrabi
Nov 14, 20241 min read


Maldon District: 5 tips to keep your pets safe during fireworks this weekend
With fireworks displays planned throughout the Maldon District this weekend, pet owners are being urged to take extra steps.

Ben Shahrabi
Nov 1, 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 30, 20242 min read
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