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Good News In Essex County: Cancer Recovery + Emma Roberts + Awards

The world is filled with humor, inspiration and beauty. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, NJ.

Heidi Woo and her husband, Brad Yankiver, pose for a photo with their son. Woo recently shared some details with Patch about her harrowing-yet-inspirational struggles with brain cancer.
Heidi Woo and her husband, Brad Yankiver, pose for a photo with their son. Woo recently shared some details with Patch about her harrowing-yet-inspirational struggles with brain cancer. (Photo courtesy of the Woo/Yankiver family)

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).

Got a local news tip about something that will make your neighbors smile? Have an awesome photo you’d like to share? Send it to eric.kiefer@patch.com

Montclair Brain Cancer Survivor Shares Her Inspiring Story

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"It's a beautiful gift to learn how truly loved you are."

Daddy Yankee Will Stop In Newark For 2022 Retirement Tour

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Video: "I'm announcing my retirement from music by giving you my best production and my best concert tour," the King of Reggaetón said.

Emma Roberts Films Movie Scene In Livingston

Emma Roberts (in a wedding dress) and Luke Bracey filmed a movie scene at a wedding venue in Livingston.

These 4 Female Students In Essex County Are 'Leaders Of Tomorrow'

"I want to be an image for women in science, because as I was growing up, I didn't see anyone who looked like me," one honoree said.

Bloomfield 'Women To Watch' Earn Praise From Congresswoman

Bloomfield commemorated Women's History Month by honoring more than a dozen local "Women To Watch."

West Orange Olympic Icon Joins NJSIAA Hall of Fame

The town's swimming champ, Virginia "Ginny" Duenkel Fuldner, has joined the illustrious ranks of the NJSIAA Hall of Fame.

Go Walking With Millburn's New Walking Club

The Millburn Health Department will offer a free Walking Club this spring, starting in April.

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