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Good News In Essex County: Cute Dogs + Lottery Win + Runners Triumph

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

Essex County held three "Strut Your Mutt" Halloween dog costume contests at local parks for 2024.
Essex County held three "Strut Your Mutt" Halloween dog costume contests at local parks for 2024. (Photo by Glen Frieson)

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — The world can be a scary place. 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).

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Halloween went to the dogs this year in Essex County at three local pet costume contests. Check out photos at the following links:

Find out what's happening in Montclairfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Find out what's happening in Montclairfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

A Quick Draw Progressive ticket was drawn on Oct. 27, capturing $43,797. Here's where it was sold.

Expansion At Riverfront Park In Newark Includes Walkway, Amphitheater

The expansion includes a riverfront walkway with accessible features, an amphitheater, an art wall and three food kiosks.

Scarecrows & Pumpkin Friends At Van Vleck: Halloween Events

Van Vleck House and Gardens is bringing back its free "Scarecrows and Pumpkin Friends in the Gardens" event for the 2024 Halloween season.

Livingston Girls Cross Country Team Notches 2 Big Wins

The Livingston High School Girls Cross Country team recently earned two big victories at a pair of competitions.

The Livingston High School Girls Cross Country team recently earned two big victories at a pair of competitions. (Photo: Livingston High School Girls Cross Country)

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