Sunday morning with Maldon Nub News: top stories from the town this week

By The Editor 7th Sep 2021

There have been some big stories in Maldon this week from a new council leader to the go-ahead for hundreds of new homes.

Here at Nub News we like to make your life easier so if you've missed any of the local news this week, don't worry.

We have you covered with 11 of the top stories right here – it was supposed to be a top 10, but there was a lot going on in and around the town in the last seven days.

1. One of Maldon's iconic Thames sailing barges is getting a new lease of life.

Read all about what's happening to 'Pudge' HERE

2. The principal of Maldon's Plume Academy demanded a government u-turn on exam grades.

Carl Wakefield got his wish later that day, but this story gives an insight into the strength of feeling on the issue. Read about it HERE

3. Maldon District Council's leader and deputy leader suddenly resigned.

The background to this one made national news. You can get to grips with what happened HERE

4. Maldon patients discovered that mid Essex hospital waiting times are among the worst in the country.

Find out just how long they are HERE

5. The blue plaque scheme designed to mark out places of historic interest in Maldon lost out on a town council grant.

Find out why HERE

6. RESIDENTS had a lucky escape when tractor with a trailer containing 12 tons of straw caused damage to a house in Tillingham, near Maldon.

The pictures are shocking – you can find out more about it and see them HERE

7. It's good news that Covid-19 infections and deaths in Maldon remain the lowest in the county.

Get the full story HERE

8. Plume Academy's students celebrated great GCSE results, despite the trauma of this academic year.

Read about some of the shining student stars HERE

9. Maldon District Council announced a new leader designate and deputy.

Find out who's in charge now HERE

10. A development of up to 320 new homes in Maldon got the green light when Maldon District Council approved the plans.

You can read the report HERE

11. Plans for ground test works at the site for the proposed new nuclear power station at Bradwell were rejected by Maldon District Council. An appeal is very likely.

Read the full story HERE

     

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