Good News In Essex: Valentines + Super Bowl + Dog Photos + Lottery Win

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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Valentine's Day Transplant In Newark Saved NJ Man's Life

Five years ago, Ronald Trout of New Jersey got a Valentine's Day gift that is nearly impossible to top: a new heart.

Valentine's Day Cards Pour In For DPW Crews In North Jersey

This week's snowstorm is yet another reason to show appreciation for your local public works employees, Rep. Mikie Sherrill says.

Former Nutley Resident Dave Merritt Wins Another Super Bowl Ring

Nutley football fans who were rooting for the Kansas City Chiefs in this year's Super Bowl had an extra reason to cheer.

10-Year-Old In Glen Ridge Unites With Supermarket To Fight Childhood Cancer

Zoe of Glen Ridge has been named as an ambassador for this year’s Stop & Shop Help Cure Childhood Cancer Campaign.

Nonprofit Hands Out 'Care Bags' To Women In Need At Newark YMCA

A nonprofit handed out "personal care bags" to women experiencing homelessness at the YMCA of Newark – just in time for Valentine's Day.

$100K Powerball Lottery Ticket Sold In Essex County: See Lucky Numbers

A grocery store in Essex County sold a Powerball ticket worth $100,000 for the drawing on Feb. 10. See the lucky numbers here.

AI-Created Photo Shows What New Jersey Looks Like – As A Dog

What would New Jersey look like … if it was a dog? Here's what a computer program thinks.