Good News In Essex County: Makin’ Bagels + Fairy Trail + New Baby

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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NJ Man Gives Up Corporate Job To Make Bagels In Essex County

A survivor of the "Great Resignation" is celebrating one of the proudest achievements of his life – opening his own storefront.

2 West Orange Teachers Earn Prestigious Fulbright Scholar Awards

It's one of the most well-respected achievements in academia – and West Orange has two teachers who took it home this year.

Newark Cops Help Deliver Baby, And 'It Feels Really Good'

"Just bringing a child into the world, and knowing that she's safe and breathing, shows that as police officers, we're here for a reason."

Boy, 7, Earns Award From Belleville Sons Of American Legion

Jake Myers is only the second young Son Of American Legion in New Jersey to receive the award in 2022.

Future Construction Workers Ace Free Training Program In East Orange

A free city job training program is paying off with new careers for local residents in East Orange.

4 Creative Maplewood And South Orange Residents Win Contest

Two Maplewood and two South Orange residents recently won awards for their art in a countywide juried show.

Interactive 'Fairy Trail' In Montclair Sparks Wonder In Local Children

A whimsical new "fairy trail" has sprung up at Van Vleck House & Gardens in Montclair, and the public is invited to pay it a visit.