Good News In Essex County: Transplants + Sisterhood + Hidden Gems

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).

Essex County Man Saved Lives With Organ Donation, Family Honors His Memory

Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in the U.S., Ricardo Francis was known for his hardworking ethics and love of family.

North Jersey Women Find ‘Sisterhood’ Through Organ Donation

A nurse in Essex County volunteered to become a living kidney donor for someone she had never met.

Liver Transplant Saved Essex County Resident’s Life: ‘I Had 2 Months To Live’

"Every moment feels like a gift."

NJ Teen Raises Awareness For Organ Donation, Earns Scholarship

The local high school student has several experiences with organ donation in her personal life. She plans to study nursing.

Nearly 200 NJ Teens Earn College Degrees – Before Graduating High School

These North Jersey teens earned more than $269 million in college scholarships. Dozens of students also snagged contracts for local teaching jobs.

Visit A ‘Hidden Gem’ In Essex County: Historic Gardens Offer A Hidden Oasis

Guests can walk up a red brick pathway to explore a “hidden oasis of nature and wildlife.”

Check Out These ‘Best Of’ Destinations In Essex County: Restaurants, Stores, More

Essex County hotspots have landed on lists of the "best" bakeries, bookstores, movie theaters, BBQ, bars, burgers and hotdogs.