Good News In Essex County: Soup Kitchen|Shero|Home Movie – West Orange, NJ Patch

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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Montclair Soup Kitchen Is Beacon Of Hope In Shadow Of Coronavirus

Montclair residents and businesses are using Toni’s Kitchen as a rallying point to aid their neighbors during the COVID-19 crisis.

Newark ‘Shero’ Is Changing Future For City’s Young Women

She overcame domestic violence, child abuse and homelessness. Now, Allison James is changing the lives of Newark’s young women.

NJ Educators Make Hilarious Home Movie About Distance Learning

James Caldwell High School Vice Principal John Bertollo shared a smile-inducing video he created with his two children and his wife, Chrissy Bertollo, the vice principal at Woodrow Wilson Middle School in Clifton.

Millburn School Technology Teacher Sings About Remote Learning

“When adversity occurs, people rise to the occasion in their own way or style,” said Hartshorn Elementary School Principal Ken Frattini.

West Orange Schools Use Music To Stay Connected In Coronavirus

As they adjust to “e-learning,” West Orange students and teachers have been reaching out to their peers with artistic performances.

Livingston Stands With Hospital Workers, Cops During Coronavirus

The Livingston community is standing tall in the coronavirus crisis alongside its health care workers and local emergency responders.

Volunteers Needed To Deliver Groceries To Seniors In North Jersey

In response to the coronavirus outbreak, Umbrella has begun arranging no-contact deliveries of essentials for adults over 60.