Good News In Essex County: Uber Driver Saves Mom + 100th Birthday – Patch

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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.

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A family matriarch in Essex County who has lived in several countries and carved out a legacy as an enterprising businesswoman celebrated her 100th birthday on Tuesday.
A family matriarch in Essex County who has lived in several countries and carved out a legacy as an enterprising businesswoman celebrated her 100th birthday on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Bren Chin)

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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