Good News In Essex County: Hockey + Scouts + Raking Leaves For Seniors

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — The world can be a scary place. But it’s also filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. 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 Devils Put Smile On Face Of Young Hockey Superfan Battling Cancer

The Devils hosted their annual Hockey Fights Cancer Night, inviting 12-year-old hockey fanatic Theo Koshenkov onto the ice in Newark.

6 Scouts In Maplewood, South Orange Earn Eagle Awards

It's the loftiest rank available in Scouting – here are the projects that earned these high-achieving youth their Eagle Scout Awards.

Nutley Volunteers Rake Leaves For Seniors Over Thanksgiving Weekend

"The spirit and volunteers of the RAKES program are what the holidays are all about," a Nutley town official said.

Livingston Seeks Inspiring Women Nominees For Annual Awards

The event honors women in the Livingston community who have made "significant and inspiring" contributions to the township.

Senator Praises Bloomfield Firefighters For Prestigious Accreditation

The BFD is now one of 300 fire departments in the world to have nailed down the honor, U.S. Sen. George Helmy said.

30 Years Later: West Orange HS Class Of 1994 Holds Reunion

"Everyone had a wonderful time catching up and vowed not to wait 10 more years before getting together again."

Poll Names New Jersey’s ‘Most Inspiring Immigrant’

When it comes to inspiring immigrants, an iconic scientist is setting the bar in New Jersey, a poll says.