Good News In Essex County: MLK + Lottery Winner + Big Donations

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 Town Comes Together For MLK Day Of Service: 'It Can't Be Us Vs. Them'

Mayor: "We can do the daily work of helping our neighbor, of reaching out to those different than us, of finding ways to be human together."

NJ Town Honors Memory Of Martin Luther King At Local Service [WATCH]

The life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. was remembered for the 2026 holiday.

Seton Hall Gets 2 Big Donations From Alumni As $225M Fundraising Campaign Rolls On

The university recently got a $1 million and a $500,000 donation from former students – here's who they were.

Muslim Heritage Celebrated At NJ City Hall, Flag Raising Event

The city’s first elected Muslim representative said the events celebrated the Muslim community's deep roots in the city.

Robotics Club Imparts STEM Lessons To Students In Essex County

A local Rotary Club and the Essex Tech Robotics Club teamed up to deliver some STEM lessons to local middle school students.

NJ Town Is Seeking A 'Patriot Of The Year': Here's How To Nominate Someone

Do you know a civilian who is a “patriot?” This Essex County town is seeking local nominations for an award that might be a perfect fit.

Essex County Store Sells $1 Million Powerball Lottery Ticket: See Lucky Numbers

A store in Essex County sold a Powerball ticket worth a cool $1 million.