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The world is filled with humor, inspiration and beauty. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, NJ.

A program in Newark gave a hand up to several Section 8 participants who are ready to "undertake the dream of homeownership."
A program in Newark gave a hand up to several Section 8 participants who are ready to “undertake the dream of homeownership.” (Photo courtesy of Invest Newark)

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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