A FORMER EastEnders star is on the search for a local hero in the Braintree district.
National Lottery funding of more than £454,961 has been given to good causes in Braintree in 2019/20, according to the latest figures.
A total of 24 National Lottery grants were allocation in this period providing crucial support to arts, sports, heritage and community organisations.
One of the projects includes replacing the flooring in Rayne Village Hall.
More than £8,000 was awarded to renew the wooden flooring and keep the facility open.
A total of £20,000 was also given to Healthwatch Essex based in Earls Colne to create a community support service for those with additional needs during the pandemic.