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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Hundreds Of Bikers Ride For Black Lives Matter In East Orange
Escorted by East Orange police, the bikers roared into City Hall Plaza and kneeled peacefully in the name of George Floyd.
NJ Devils Legend Ken Daneyko Delivers Food To Saint Barnabas
Workers at Saint Barnabas hospital in Livingston got a tasty treat from a local café. It was delivered by "Mr. Devil" himself, Ken Daneyko.
Montclair Woman Makes History At American Express, Joins Top Team
Montclair's Glenda McNeal is the first African American woman to sit on the company's executive committee. See her impressive resume here.
West Orange Entrepreneur Launches 24-Hour Locker Business
A West Orange entrepreneur says he has a way for local residents to safely pick up packages: 24-hour "smart lockers."
Newark Summer Activities: Free Movie Nights, Online Youth Camps
Summer Fun Movie Nights will bring free, family-oriented movies to Military Park and other outdoor sites in Newark. See the schedule here.
East Orange Company To Donate 200 Meals Per Week To Essential Workers
An East Orange-based real estate company is partnering with Papa Pat's of Newark to deliver pizzas to municipal workers and health care professionals.
North Caldwell Man Makes 'Law Power' List For 2020
North Caldwell resident Francis Giantomasi made the cut for the 2020 "NJBIZ Law Power 50."