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Good News In Essex County: New Liver + Big Lottery Win + 25 Tons Of Veggies

New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.

Jennifer Carrillo of Essex County, a liver transplant recipient, earns a Sunflower Award, which recognizes health care professionals who "go above and beyond in their roles to provide exceptional care." (Photo courtesy of NJ Sharing Network)

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Essex County can be a stressful place to live. But it's also filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. 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).

NJ Nurse Known For Compassion Gets Some Of Her Own: A New Liver

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She spent years helping others at a hospital in Essex County. Then, it was her turn on the operating table.

Million-Dollar Powerball Ticket Sold In Essex County: See The Lucky Numbers

A convenience store in North Jersey sold a lottery ticket worth a cool $1 million.

9-Year-Old NJ Entrepreneur Unites His Neighborhood With Car Wash Fundraiser

It began as a car wash, but quickly turned into a valuable lesson in entrepreneurship and community spirit.

School Counselor From Essex County Earns 'Excellence' Award From University

This Essex County resident is "passionate about creating a safe environment for diverse populations to receive mental health care."

Historical Society Spruces Up Iconic Monument In North Jersey City

This Historical Society cleaned one of the city's most significant monuments: the Founders Landing Monument.

West Essex Students Craft 'Tactile' Holiday Cards For People Who Are Blind

Temple Sholom of West Essex is getting an early start on Chanukah with a hands-on lesson in inclusion.

Community Greenhouse At North Jersey Hospital Celebrates Huge Milestone

This hydroponic greenhouse in New Jersey's largest city has grown 25 tons of vegetables over the past decade.

The Beth Greenhouse at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in New Jersey has grown more than 50,000 pounds of fresh vegetables and produce since launching ten years ago. (Photos courtesy of RWJBarnabas Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center)
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