Good News In Essex County: Super Bowl + Park Hero + Irish Heritage

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).

Super Bowl Champ Earns ‘Key To City’ In East Orange (WATCH)

Jahan Dotson earned a standing ovation when he returned to East Orange. It was an "exceptional moment," the city's mayor said.

New Walking Path Honors Newark Man’s Lifetime Of Hard Work

A lifelong Newark resident saw his beloved park start to decline, and took it into his own hands to make a difference.

Aspiring Eagle Scout From The Caldwells Fundraises For Trail Upgrades

A teen from West Caldwell is trying to raise money for his Eagle Scout project: building kiosks and trailheads at four trails in the area.

Inspiring Belleville School Staff, Teachers Earn Awards (VIDEO)

A group of high-achieving teachers and educators earned a big round of applause in Belleville.

Livingston Debate Team Sees Success At Harvard Tournament

This year's event brought together nearly 5,000 debaters from across the globe – including several standouts from Livingston.

Volunteer Tutor Program Returns To West Orange School

The West Orange African Heritage Organization is bringing back its popular tutoring program to Redwood Elementary School.

2 Honored With Irish Heritage Awards In Essex County

"This honor means a lot to me because it made me think of my mother who made the transition to America and helped me have a wonderful life."