Good News In Essex: Farm To Table|Women’s History|Acrobatics

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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'Farm To Table' Soul Food Restaurant Opens In East Orange

Local and Black-owned Tasha's Caribbean and Soul Food opened to a round of applause from community members in East Orange.

Long-Awaited Newark Apartments Will Be 100% Affordable Housing

Kawaida Towers will make history as the first "100 percent affordable housing development" in downtown Newark, officials said.

22 Bloomfield Town Workers Recognized For Women's History Month

VIDEO: "Congratulations to all the award recipients and thank you to all the women for their dedication to the public service."

3 Ways For Nutley Kids To Get Outdoors This Spring

Learn more about Nutley's Easter Eggstravaganza, flag football and Peanut Soccer Program.

Essex County College Boosts Students With Bloomberg Terminals

An icon of the financial world has arrived at Essex County College. "The who's who of the financial world use it," an administrator said.

Livingston WOW House Has Gourmet Kitchen With Skylights (PHOTOS)

Need some sunlight while you make a snack? Take a peek inside this home in Livingston selling for $1.5 million.

Caldwell University First In NJ To Add Acrobatics, Tumbling As Sport

Caldwell University is the first college in New Jersey to add acrobatics and tumbling as a varsity sport.