Good News In Essex County: Best Places + Happy Couples + Eagle Scouts

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Essex County can be a stressful place to live. 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).

200 Married Couples Renew Their Vows Together In New Jersey

Some were celebrating their fifth year of marriage. Others were embarking on their 50th anniversary – or more.

This Essex County City Is Among 'Best Places To Live' In NJ, New List Says

This city is one of the "best places to live" in the Garden State, according to a new list from U.S. News & World Report.

Belleville American Legion Holds Picnic To Benefit Organ Transplants For Children

"We can think of no better way to show what we do then by holding a fundraiser to benefit COTA."

Montclair Hospital Spotlights 20 Exceptional Staff Members

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center tipped its cap to several staff members as part of Hospital Week. See the list.

These 5 West Orange Teens Are Headed To The Ivy League

Five high school seniors from West Orange have been accepted to some of the most prestigious colleges in the nation.

Inspiring CEO From Newark Named To National List

An entrepreneur with a business in Newark was named to a list of "America's Most Inspirational Women Business Leaders."

3 Maplewood Teens Earn Eagle Scout Rank, Complete Community Projects

Three teens from Maplewood's Troop 5 recently earned a prestigious Eagle Scout Award, the highest rank in Scouting America.