Take a break this evening and catch up on all the top stories near you, with Maldon Nub News.

Maldon: 'Eyesore' former police station officially opens following extensive refurbishment, for the first time in six years

Those present for the opening included former Maldon Mayor Stephen Nunn, Deputy Mayor Martin Harvey, Distict Council Chair Kevin Lagan, Pocknells Partner John Holliday, Sir John Whittingdale MP, Maldon Mayor Andew Lay, Former Essex Police District Commander Alan Cook, and Lisa Cardnell of Pocknells. (Photos: Ben Shahrabi and John Whittingdale)

Maldon's former police station officially opened last Friday (June 30), as the new premises of South Woodham-based accountancy firm Pocknells.

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Limebrook u3a's July newsletter: New chairman, new family history discoveries, and new groups launched to meet growing demand

Read about the latest news from Limebrook u3a, in this month's newsletter. (Photos: Brian Harris)

Limebrook u3a saw a change in leadership and continued expansion in June, as the Maldon-based group grows in popularity - Publicity Coordinator Brian Harris writes.

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Advice for homeowners in the Maldon District as mortgage rates soar

Bryan Ledger from the Maldon District-based Mortgage Clinic has given his perspective on the dramatic interest rate increase. (Photos: Bryan Ledger and Unsplash)

Interest rates have risen to a 15-year high amid efforts to reduce "stubborn" inflation, so homeowners in the Maldon District may be seeking urgent advice.

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Pictures show High Street disruption as multiple fire crews tackle Maldon blaze

Crews closed part of the High Street while they dealt with a bin fire in a nearby service yard. (Photos: Maldon Fire Station)

Part of Maldon High Street was blocked off on Saturday morning (July 1) as firefighters tackled a blaze in a service yard behind a local business.

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Maldon fire crews tackle late-night blaze as flames ravage Heybridge home

Nub News was live at the scene of a house fire in Heybridge on Tuesday evening. (Photos: Ben Shahrabi)

Multiple fire crews and emergency service vehicles have responded to a house fire in Larch Walk, Heybridge, this evening (July 4).

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Maldon District: 37 new homes in Burnham, 9 new homes in Tillingham, Mill Beach plans refused, and 9 more planning applications near you

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

Check out this week's key local planning applications.

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Maldon District: Plans to close railway ticket office at Burnham-On-Crouch confirmed amid nationwide closures

The ticket office at Burnham-On-Crouch is currently only open on weekdays, but Greater Anglia plans to shut it altogether. (Photo: Ben Shahrabi)

The ticket office at Burnham-On-Crouch's railway station could close under a new proposal aimed at "modernising the railway", Greater Anglia confirmed today (June 5).

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Maldon District Council Offices lit up in blue to mark 75th anniversary of the NHS

The Maldon District Council Offices were illuminated on Wednesday evening, to mark 75 years of the NHS. (Photo: Ben Shahrabi)

The offices of Maldon District Council, in Princes Road, have been illuminated in blue to celebrate 75 years since the NHS was founded.

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Heybridge: Disruption as temporary traffic lights in place while workers repair burst water main

Temporary traffic lights have been installed in Heybridge, while workers carry out repairs. (Photo: Ben Shahrabi)

Temporary traffic lights have been installed in The Street, Heybridge, this afternoon (July 6) while workers repair a damaged water main and section of road surface.

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Hidden gem nature reserve opens near Tesco Maldon - community collaborates to protect picturesque greenspace

A drone shot captures the hidden oasis from above. Inset: A county councillor, district councillors and the Mayor of Maldon attended the opening last month. (Photos: Chelmer Blackwater CIC)

A new nature reserve has officially opened in a Maldon meadow, providing a peaceful oasis just metres from Tesco's car park.

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Family who lost home in Heybridge house fire seeking help to find beloved dog – fundraiser set up to help rebuild lives

The Hedgecock family has not seen their German Shepherd since Tuesday. (Photos: Jillian Hedgecock and GoFundMe)

A family which was left homeless following a house fire in Larch Walk, Heybridge, last Tuesday (July 4) is seeking help to find their beloved dog.

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Maldon Woods: Residents invited to share views at exhibition for new 275-home development near Maldon Cemetery

If approved, the plans could see 275 homes built on land near Maldon Cemetery. (Photos: LSL Partners and Google)

A development company has invited residents to view plans for a 275-home development near Maldon Cemetery, next Wednesday (July 12) at West Maldon Community Centre.

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UP CLOSE in Maldon with 'Just The Gift' – the new High Street shop selling mugs, cards, and novelty gifts

Amy Morris (pictured) has always loved shopping in Maldon, so decided to open her own shop in the High Street. (Photo: Ben Shahrabi)

Keen-eyed Maldon shoppers may have spotted a new addition to the High Street in recent weeks, in the form of 'Just The Gift'.

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Maldon District: New Dengie youth club launches in St Lawrence

BASE @ St Lawrence Bay is providing younger Dengie residents with a place to make friends and have fun. (Photos: BASE @ St Lawrence Bay)

A youth club has recently launched in St Lawrence, providing young people in the Dengie with a place to socialise and enjoy their free time.

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Maldon woman organising charity skydive for Teenage Cancer Trust in memory of best friend

Jade Hoy (inset, right) is doing a skydive in honour of her best friend, Rhiannon Bailey (inset, left) who died of cancer aged 19. (Composite: Nub News)

The best friend of a teenage cancer victim is hoping to raise money for charity with a skydive in August, supported by Maldon Cricket Club.

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