PLANS are taking shape for the latest memorial fundraising event in tribute to a young woman from Thurrock who lost her life after contracting a deadly disease.

Vikki Cordina lost a very short battle with Meningitis in August 2017. In the years that have followed her sister Zoe Thomas has arranged an fundraising paddle on the River Medway, where the two sisters and their families spent many happy times together.

The event raises funds and awareness for Meningitis Research Foundation.

For more information about the event, contact Zoe via her Facebook page – or you can make a donation via this link.