Good News In Essex County: Cops Run Lemonade Stand + Senior Art Awards

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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From 'Good Trouble' To 'Manasquan,' Livingston Seniors Win Art Awards

Several Livingston senior citizens won awards for their art in a recent contest run by the County of Essex. A total of 125 people entered.

SOMA Community Leaders: Nonprofit Advocate Fights For Justice, Equity

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to celebrate "community leaders" in New Jersey, including South Orange-Maplewood.

Newark Community Leaders: NJ Activist Is 'Voice For The Voiceless'

An “advocate and voice for the voiceless” was nominated as a community leader in Newark.

Caldwell University To Induct 5 Student-Athletes Into Hall of Fame

The ninth Hall of Fame class will be inducted at the Caldwell University Athletics Hall of Fame dinner on Sept. 22.

West Orange Elks Hold Day Of Service At Camp Moore

The camp serves special needs children in North Jersey.

Free Fall Family Festival In Essex County: Nature, Activities, Music

The public festival will include canoeing, hiking, music, a live beehive display, a pumpkin patch and more. See the details here.

Belleville Cops Run Pop-Up Lemonade Stand Amid Heat Wave

It was a welcome break from the heat for Belleville students, who were dismissed from class early on the first and second days of school.