ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — The world can be a scary place. But it’s also filled with humor, inspiration and beauty. Let’s focus on that second part. Take a look at some recent good news stories in Essex County below. (Click the headlines to read).
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Newark Gym Worker ‘Pivots’ After Job Loss, Opens His Own Business
When the coronavirus pandemic began, Widchard Jilus lost his job at a corporate gym. Now, he’s launched his own business in Newark.
23 Licensed Practical Nurse Graduates Celebrate In Essex County
“Nursing has always been my dream,” said one graduate, who was inspired by a family tragedy.
Scout Cookies? We’ll Take 120 Boxes: Belleville American Legion
American Legion members in Belleville bought a payload of Girl Scout cookies to donate to troops deployed overseas.
Essex County Teen Wants To Turn Old Laptops Into Good Deeds
Got a laptop computer you’re not using? Rohan Variankaval says he can turn it into a good deed.
Essex County Town Celebrates Chinese New Year; Tiger Inspires Smiles
The Year of the Tiger has already inspired smiles in this North Jersey town.
Nurse Is Now Doctor: West Orange School Worker Reaches Milestone
Denise Makri-Werzen, a nurse at West Orange High School, earned a doctorate in public health: community health.
Livingston Teens Give Something Special To Influential Teachers
One good page turn deserves another: 7 Livingston National Merit Semi-Finalists thanked their most influential teachers with a book.
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This article originally appeared on the Newark Patch
