Maldon District Council8 days agoNesting boxes for swifts to be unveiled at churchThe dozen shelters are larger than regular boxes in order to accommodate a swift's wingspan. 8 days ago21 May 2026Oak trees spared the axe after two-year battleCampaigner Ian Rice says he is "absolutely over the moon" at the decision.21 May 20266 May 2026Police activity at football club disrupts pollingMaldon District Council says an "ongoing police investigation" has caused a change of plan.6 May 202626 Feb 2026Council in no overall control after two defectionsTwo councillors at Uttlesford District Council are joining Reform UK.26 Feb 202626 Jun 2025Rat droppings found near food in restaurantDetails obtained by the BBC reveal the extent of a rodent infestation at the Essex seafood eatery.26 Jun 20256 Jun 2025Sports clubs told to make way for climbing wallChanges at a sports hall in Maldon mean some of its regular users will lose their base in August.6 Jun 202512 May 2023Lib Dems set to run council with LabourThe party negotiates with Labour to run a district council after Tory losses in the local elections.12 May 20235 May 2023Conservatives lose control of Brentwood Council"We've got to take it on the chin," says Thurrock's Conservative MP Jackie Doyle-Price.5 May 202321 Feb 2023Sea salt firm to double production with new HQThe company, which exports its product to more than 60 countries, will build a new site in Essex.21 Feb 2023...
