Good News In Essex County: Cop's Rescue + Heritage Events + 'Preemies'

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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Port Authority Cop Rescues Choking Rideshare Driver At Newark Airport

A police officer on patrol at Newark Airport saw a driver crouched over the roadway, unable to breathe. Here's what happened next.

Essex County Leaders Honored At Italian American Heritage Event

The annual event pays tribute to "some of our finest Essex County residents of Italian descent," an official said.

Diwali Celebrated At West Orange High School: See Video, Photos

United Asian Voices of West Orange organized a "light-hearted and joyful" Diwali celebration at the high school.

Special Mass At Cathedral Basilica Will Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

A Spanish-language liturgy in Essex County will feature music and songs performed by the cathedral choir and visiting musicians.

New Art Studio Will Feature Maplewood Artist's Unique Works

A Maplewood resident has opened an art studio, and the first exhibit will be of a former Maplewood resident.

Time To Celebrate 'The Other Side Of Newark,' Local Artists Say

A campaign that celebrates Newark's storied artistic community is helping to renew neighborly relationships across the city, advocates say.

They Took Her Baby And Now She Marches: Livingston Celebrates Preemies

The NICU ward of a hospital in Livingston helps nurse 1,100 premature babies back to health each year. Each year, parents celebrate.