Two rural churches to close in Marlborough following review

Can't view this email, [click here]( [Marlborough Express Banner]( 07 August 2020 Hi {NAME}, Catch up on the most popular Marlborough Express stories you might have missed this week. [Large Article Image]( [Two rural churches to close in Marlborough following review]( Fewer priests, rising costs and parishioners more likely to drive to mass has contributed to the closure of two churches. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Large Article Image]( [South Marlborough community stunned by spate of deaths on Blenheim to Ward highway]( Residents fear complacency is behind drivers losing their lives on State Highway 1. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Small Article Image]( [Returning outdoor foodie event to spread some cheer after a tough year]( After being forced to postpone due to Covid-19, a one-off foodie event from Feast Marlborough is planned for October. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Small Article Image]( [Girls' rugby shines on Blenheim's number one pitch]( The Marlborough Girls’ College rugby team struggled to fill their bench last year. Now, there's too many players to fit on it. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Small Article Image]( [New soundproof studio helps young musos aim for high notes]( Just having a music room available is a "spark to their dream" for young Marlborough musos, says their teacher. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Small Article Image]( [Event guide: What's on in Marlborough]( What's on in Marlborough this week. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Small Article Image]( [A person has died in SH1 crash in Marlborough]( A car and truck have collided near the Riverlands Industrial Park on the outskirts of Blenheim. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Small Article Image]( [Marlborough horse championships jumps to New Zealand's best]( A show jumping championships hosted in Marlborough has been voted New Zealand's best competition of the season. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Small Article Image]( [Free immigration advice for visa holders stranded by Covid-19]( Agencies are teaming up to provide free advice to Marlborough's migrants told to leave. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Small Article Image]( [Malcolm Aitken: The 'forever optimistic' restaurateur who was all about the people]( A man famed for his humour and hospitality, family values and enthusiasm for Marlborough has died. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( Stuff daily quiz Have you taken part in today's quiz? [See what it takes to reach the top of the leader board.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Google Plus]( [Unsubscribe]( [Newsletter Settings]( [Privacy Policy]( [Advertise]( [Feedback](