Good News In Essex County: Fighting Hunger + Book Store + Restaurants

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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Free 'Community Fridge' Program In Newark Gets Boost From NJ Devils

The outdoor refrigerators are open to the public and provide around-the-clock access to items such as milk, juice and veggies.

Essex County Dad Will Open New Bookstore

He's a North Jersey author, musician, teacher, and father, but now he's making good on a longtime dream to open a bookstore.

5 New Restaurants To Try That Opened In North Jersey In June

Taking a summer drive around North Jersey? Here are five restaurants to try that announced openings in and around June 2023.

Essex County 7-Eleven Sells $10K Winning Lottery Ticket: See Lucky Numbers

It was one of three 7-Eleven locations in New Jersey to sell a $10,000 winner for Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing, officials said.

North Jersey Store Sells $100K Powerball Lottery Ticket

Two stores in New Jersey sold a lottery ticket worth $100,000 for the July 10 drawing. See the lucky numbers here.

'Meadows Project' Moves Forward In Montclair Thanks To Funding Boost

The Montclair History Center has received funding to support the next phase of the "Meadows Project" at its 108-110 Orange Road site.

West Orange Youth Reach Eagle Scout Rank, Earn Big Round Of Applause

Over the 104-year history of Troop 2, there have been 82 young men who reached the highest rank in Scouting.