This Is Total Essex

Around £600,000 is to be spent on the redevelopment of the church and its grounds

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service have shared four of the biggest mistakes households make that could pose huge fire risks - including a habit most of us are guilty of

Fearful campaigners left 'anxious' as more than 20 bus services at risk as council plans shake up

It's perfect for when the weather starts to get a little warmer

A Mamma Mia! special followed by an ABBA disco is coming to Essex this summer, along with plenty of other sing-along favourites and family films

Essex Police are also are assessing allegations that victims of Jeffrey Epstein were flown into the private terminal at London Stansted Airport

Bosses at the chain are 'really excited' about the opening

The upgrades are promised to make 'every visit' to the centre 'more enjoyable'

Calls have been made to freeze car parking fees

Campaigners worry the new homes will 'place severe pressure on local roads and services' and destroy the identity of the village and the local countryside

A wave of public support has helped save the tree after plans to build a 14-storey tower with 58 flats was approved on appeal

The boss of the attraction said the decision by Southend Council was 'hugely disappointing'

A Band D household will pay an extra £6.78 to a total of £234.85 a year

The haul had a potential street value of up to £3m

Residents claim the van will 'encourage' unhealthy eating habits to children

Plans are scaled back by developer to 'protect the privacy of residents'

Its worried the much beloved building is falling into a complete state of disrepair

Previous plans for indoor go kart track were scrapped

Driver John Kerrigan was eight times the drug-drive limit when he caused the crash that killed two people on the A12

The road was closed for hours