Good News In Essex County: Cherry Blossom Mural|Gridiron Glory

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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Belleville Artist, Teens Create Massive Cherry Blossom Mural: SEE

The painting of the wall was coordinated by Athena Zhe, an artist who settled in Belleville after moving to NJ from her native Ukraine.

Montclair Teen 'Too Small For Football' Rushes For 1,200 Yards

When a Montclair HS student was told he was "too small" to play the sport he loved, he used it as fuel to chase his gridiron dreams.

NJ's Danny DeVito Explains How To Vote In 2020 Election (VIDEO)

In uncertain times, it's nice to hear a familiar voice. Hear Danny DeVito explain how to vote in New Jersey amid the coronavirus pandemic.

West Orange 'Coffee With A Cop Event' Is 'Inspiring, Meaningful'

Police offered a big thank you to the people who stopped by their Coffee With A Cop event. "It meant the world to us," the WOPD wrote.

Halloween 2020: Dog Parades In Montclair, Newark, Caldwell

The Essex County "Strutt Your Mutt" Halloween costume parade/contest will take place in Brookdale, Branch Brook and Grover Cleveland parks.

Essex County Musician On 30-Year Career: 'I've Been Fortunate'

Tyrone Corbett has gotten a chance to work with some big names. But it's his son's birth that really changed his life.

Egan & Sons Gathers Donations For Montclair Food Pantry

A sum total of good deeds at a local pub added up to $1,100 worth of groceries for the Human Needs Food Pantry of Montclair.