Good News In Essex: Powerball Jackpot|Teacher, Students Reunite

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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Newark Drive In Movie Theater Hosting Tribute To Chadwick Boseman

The Moonlight Cinema in Newark will show "Get On Up," "21 Bridges and "Black Panther."

Teacher's Former Students Are Now His Co-Workers

A photo captured an inspiring moment at a local high school. "They all came – I was so honored," Guy Rabner said.

Montclair Fire Department Has Its First Female Officer

Imelda Muench-Puryear was promoted to lieutenant. Her colleagues, Robert Pizzuti and John Grapes, also earned promotions.

High School Football Stars Are West Orange's Version Of The '4 Horsemen'

They've been going to school together for 12 years. "It's much more than teammates and friends," one teen explained. "It's a family."

Bloomfield Car Shows Raise $1,000 For Belleville Hospital

Clara Maass CEO: "It warms my heart to know that we have partners in our community who are here to support our team."

23 Livingston Students Earn Way Into National Merit Semifinals

These Livingston seniors are in select company, making the cut from among more than 1.5 million high school students across the nation.

Essex County Store Sells $100K Powerball Ticket On Labor Day Weekend

A store sold a Powerball lottery ticket worth $100,000. See the lucky numbers here.