Good News In Essex County: Credit To Mom + Prom + Golden Gloves

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 Engineer Credits Mom, Asian Heritage For His Success

She also gave him some good advice when he was pondering a pro sports career in Pakistan: "Give up the cricket."

PHOTOS: West Orange Senior Prom Raises The Roof In 2023

Every year, West Orange high school seniors pull out all the stops and get dressed up to the max for their prom. And 2023 was no exception.

Bloomfield Resident Will Appear On Jeopardy! (Are You Next?)

Think you have what it takes to be a contestant on the iconic game show? Here's how to get the ball rolling.

Star Student Is In Honor Society, Volunteers With Verona Rescue Squad

Keira, a National Honor Society inductee, is also a youth member at the Verona Rescue Squad.

Toddlers In Maplewood See Their Morning Announcements Go Viral

"He was so shy at first," said one commenter, of a pre-schooler's morning announcement at a Maplewood school. The post got 41K likes.

Teens In Maplewood Nab Prestigious Paper Mill Playhouse Nominations

Which school has the fairest teen thespians of them all? Columbia High School in the South Orange-Maplewood district has several nominees.

Irvington Boxer Wins Bronze Medal At National Golden Gloves

Jean Pierre Valencia of Irvington is carving out a name for himself as one of the best amateur boxers in New Jersey.