Take a break this evening, to catch up on all the top stories in the Maldon District.

IN PICTURES: Burnham Carnival returns for an illuminated spectacular

Burnham On Crouch celebrated its annual carnival last Saturday (September 30), complete with its iconic illuminated procession.

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WATCH: 'A great day for fans of rail, radio and rock' - Rick Wakeman unveils Radio Caroline train at Burnham museum

Prog-rock icon Rick Wakeman officially unveiled a locomotive named after Radio Caroline, in a ceremony at Burnham's Mangapps Railway Museum last Sunday (October 1).

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What to watch in October as Maldon Film Club's 19th season gets underway

Check out what Maldon Film Club has to offer this month, as the 19th season gets underway. (Composite: Ben Shahrabi)

Maldon Film Club opened its doors once again on September 12, welcoming a new season with the screening of the highly-acclaimed Mrs Harris Goes to Paris.

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Limebrook u3a's October newsletter: A Maldon garden tour, a wet Dedham walk, and architectural inspiration

Members of Limebrook u3a have enjoyed another month of varied activities - putting their photographic, hiking and French skills to the test. (Credit: Limebrook u3a)

Limebrook u3a Publicity Coordinator Brian Harris looks back on another active month for the Maldon-based community group...

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Club in a Jam: Maldon & Tiptree FC supporters' association banned from fundraising at stadium after fans criticise club management

Maldon & Tiptree FC and the Jammers Fans Association have locked horns over the last few weeks. Inset: Jammers Fans Association Chair Tony Williams with Maldon & Tiptree Chairman Daniel Barber at a JFA Foodbank Collection in August. (Photos: Ben Shahrabi)

AGAINST a background of its controversial General Manager admitting involvement in a fraud scheme, friction between fans and the club's management has spilled over at Maldon & Tiptree FC.

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Maldon MP Sir John Whittingdale and Arts & Heritage Minister Lord Parkinson visit Stow Maries

Maldon MP Sir John Whittingdale was pictured with Lord Parkinson, Ian Flint, John Aldridge, and members of the Nimy Company 4RF Living History Group. (Credit: John Whittingdale)

Maldon MP Sir John Whittingdale accompanied Lord Stephen Parkinson, Arts and Heritage Minister, on a visit to Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome over the weekend.

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What's On: Maldon Books announces exciting events this month - featuring award-winning authors, chefs, and poets

Maldon Books will welcome award-winning authors, poets, and chefs to the town for a series of one-off evenings this month. (Composite: Nub News)

Maldon Books has announced an exciting line-up of events throughout October, welcoming a host of popular authors to the town.

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Maldon: Combined Military Services Museum to host screening of WW1 film made by Swedish heavy metal band

'The War to End All Wars' will be shown at Maldon Town Hall on November 4. (Credit: Yarnhub and Google 2022)

The Combined Military Services Museum (CMSM) will host an "extraordinary cinematic event" at Maldon Town Hall on November 4, transporting visitors "to the trenches of history".

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Historic Maldon: The fascinating story of Plume Library's 8,000+ books – and the 700+ that vanished

Thomas Plume's Library holds a fascinating history, as a major part of Maldon's community for more than three centuries. (Credit: Ben Shahrabi)

Plume Library, at the top of Market Hill, Maldon, is one of the oldest reference libraries in the country - and it carries an extraordinary history.

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Salero Lounge plans withdrawn as Maldon District Council had 'insufficient time' to consider them – applications resubmitted

Loungers says their applications had been with Maldon District Council 'for some time', but the council says it did not receive the necessary Noise Impact Assessment until two weeks before the planning meeting. (Credit: Ben Shahrabi)

Planning applications relating to Salero Lounge in Maldon High Street were withdrawn because there was insufficient time for the council to consider them, Nub News reports.

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Maldon Salvation Army shop flies the flag for Sustainable Fashion Week - plus another clothing initiative coming soon

Maldon Salvation Army shop manager Kevin Dawson-Jennings says shoppers should switch to a 'pre-loved' way of buying clothes. (Credit: Ben Shahrabi)

The Salvation Army shop in Maldon High Street has been taking part in Sustainable Fashion Week, encouraging shoppers to reconsider how they buy clothes.

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Twelve planning applications in the Maldon District: 50 homes in Wickham Bishops refused, St Peter's Court nursing home extension approved, nine homes in Great Totham refused, and more

Take a look at this week's key planning applications in the Maldon District, received or decided on by the Council. (Credit: Ben Shahrabi)

Read this week's roundup of the key planning applications in the Maldon District, received or decided on by the Council.

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Maldon Rugby Club's Under-8s put on an excellent display against Westcliff

Player of the Week Lenny Gwalter was pictured with coaches Sam Delderfield and Andy Weller. (Credit: Maldon Rugby Club)

Maldon Rugby Club's Under-8s hosted Westcliff in what can only be described as a fun and exciting fixture, last Sunday (October 1).

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Maldon Freemasons raise £700 for Macmillan with charity coffee morning – visited by Town Mayor and Sir John Whittingdale

Maldon Town Councillor Nigel Miller, Centre Chairman David Hawtin, Town Mayor Cllr Andrew Lay, Maldon MP Sir John Whittingdale, District Council Chair Cllr Kevin Lagan, and Deputy Town Mayor Cllr Martin Harvey were pictured at the Masons' Macmillan Coffee Morning. (Credit: Robert Hendrie)

The Maldon Masonic Hall opened to the public for a Macmillan Coffee Morning last Sunday (October 1), raising a total of £700 for charity.

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Maldon District: Local NHS trust 'requires improvement', CQC finds

St Peter's Hospital in Maldon is one of seven sites administered by The Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. (Credit: Ben Shahrabi)

The Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, which serves the Maldon District, has been rated as 'requiring improvement' in the annual Care Quality Commission (CQC) survey.

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Maldon RFC Under 9s take contact in their stride

The mighty Maldon Under-9s were pictured at Upminster Festival. (Credit: Liam Clarke)

Maldon Rugby Club's Under-9s are starting their first ever season of 'contact', after years of playing tag rugby.

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Hits a GoGo: Hardwicke Circus releases a tongue-in-cheek bid for chart victory following Essex gig

On the back of their critically acclaimed second studio album, relentlessly touring rock 'n' roll band Hardwicke Circus has released a new single, 'Hits a GoGo'.

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Maldon District: Van driver hospitalised following collision on Hatfield Road, Langford

Hatfield Road in Langford was closed for four and a half hours following a collision between a van and a car. (Credit: Ben Shahrabi and Google 2023)

A van driver was taken to hospital following a collision on Hatfield Road, Langford, at around 3.30pm on Thursday (October 5).

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Maldon District: Detailed plans for 18 homes on Woodham Mortimer driving range refused over 'cramped' affordable housing concerns

Development on the seven-acre site is set to include two, three and four-bedroom homes, but there remain concerns over the provision of affordable housing. (Credit: Maldon District Council and Google 2023)

The next stage of plans to build 18 homes on a driving range in Woodham Mortimer have been refused by Maldon District Council.

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Essex Police launches appeal after motorcyclist dies following Tiptree collision

A motorcyclist sadly died at the scene of a collision in Station Road, Tiptree. (Credit: Google 2023 and Essex Police)

Essex Police is appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist was killed in a collision in Tiptree on Thursday (October 5).

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