Good News In Essex County: Freedom Libraries + Baseball + Gastropub

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).

Dozens Of 'Freedom Libraries' Built At 2 State Prisons In New Jersey

The libraries include poetry, novels and essays, alongside classic works such as Homer's "The Odyssey" and Ralph Ellison's "Invisible Man."

Essex County Store Sells $150K Lottery Ticket (See Lucky Numbers)

A store in Essex County sold a $150,000 ticket for the Jersey Cash 5 lottery drawing on Tuesday. Here are the lucky numbers.

Montclair Gastropub Made 'Inspiring Comeback' After Disaster: Report

A local business has shown how "grit, creativity and community spirit" can turn even the greatest challenge into a powerful comeback.

Livingston Groups Get Donations From Chinese Culture Committee

Mayor Edward Meinhardt credited the "spirit of giving back" as one of the reasons that Livingston is a special place to live.

Upgrades At 2 Popular Parks In Newark Cross The Finish Line

Essex County recently completed a series of improvements at Independence Park and Branch Brook Park in Newark.

West Orange Street Fair Returning For 2025: See Event Details

The popular event is one of the biggest of the year in West Orange. Here's what to expect.

World Record Attempt At ‘Largest Game Of Catch’ Coming To New Jersey

The official Guinness World Records attempt is being done in the memory of late Essex County resident and baseball legend Yogi Berra.