Good News In Essex County: Teacher Of Year + Hospital Wedding

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 Names Bloomfield Educator As 'Teacher Of The Year' In Essex County

A social studies guru at Bloomfield High School earned a prestigious nod as one of New Jersey's 2023-2024 "Teachers of the Year."

West Orange Teen Earns Chance To Attend Space Academy

Six high-achieving teenagers – including a West Orange resident – got a chance to experience the "summer vacation of their dreams."

'Lemonade Stand Workshop' Teaches Nutley Youth Valuable Lessons

The Nutley initiative educated young entrepreneurs about the basics of food safety and the financial aspects of owning a lemonade stand.

Gradeschool Cops: Livingston Kids Learn At 'Junior Police Academy'

Students in Livingston learned about various types of law enforcement work at an annual summer program.

NJ Librarian Earns Award: 'Full Of Ideas And Good Cheer'

Kristen Comeaux was recently named as the 2023 recipient of the Margery Quigley Award.

Anti-Violence Basketball Tourney In Newark Raises Youth Awareness

More than 30 teens from the Greater Newark area participated in an annual 3-on-3 Anti-Violence Basketball Tournament.

'Act Of Kindness': Montclair Hospital Holds Wedding For Patient

A couple was forced to put their wedding plans on hold – until a nurse at the hospital got wind of their story. Here's what happened next.