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These Newark first responders showed some serious guts, the Two Hundred Club of Essex County says. Here’s why they earned awards.
The ribbon was cut on a new Girl Scout Leadership Center that will serve thousands of youth in the Newark area.
The board of commissioners honored several local students at their 21st annual “Essex County Celebrates Youth” event.
A decade ago, voters decided to use business taxes to preserve open space. It has been money well-spent, advocates in Essex County say.
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New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
These students transformed their neighborhoods with purpose and pride for Earth Day.
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The United Community Corporation got a $150,000 contribution that will fuel its “Hope for the Homeless” program.
Community feedback played a big role in the award-winning design of the playground at Chamblee Square Park, officials said.
Cardinal Joseph Tobin of New Jersey is being discussed as a potential replacement for Pope Francis. Here are some causes he has supported.
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The nation's oldest guide dog school brought an eager parade of puppies through a busy New Jersey airport.
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The South Ward Environmental Alliance will host its annual Environmental Justice Summit on April 12.
Our 2025 Class and Exam schedule is now available for in Belleville, NJ
Newark businesses and residents can contribute to a cleaner and healthier community to honor Earth Day at Peter Francisco Park on April 17.
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From a tiny Brazilian village to the Ivy League, this high school senior is living proof that dreams and determination travel far.
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The world is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, New Jersey.
A lifelong Newark resident saw his beloved park start to decline, and took it into his own hands to make a difference.
The Congressman Donald M. Payne Jr. Gymnasium in Essex County is a tribute to the late federal lawmaker from Newark.
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Stuttering had a big impact on Michael Kidd-Gilchrist’s life. Now, New Jersey has a chance to make a difference for others in his shoes.
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The county's display of 5,300 trees is larger than the national display in Washington D.C. Here's what to know if you plan to go.
Osasenaga Iyamu’s story is one of resilience, courage and purpose.
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A’Dorian Murray-Thomas recently hosted the first annual Essex County “Divine Nine Day” in Newark.
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The tragedy has forever changed the lives of many Newarkers, including the families of the victim and the accused shooter, officials say.