Strange News In Essex County: 2019 Year In Review | Livingston – Livingston, NJ Patch
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Essex County is a unique place. And as might be expected, there were no shortage of unusual, bizarre and downright strange local stories that happened in 2019.
Check out some of the weirdest below (click headline to read).
No Takers For Historic Montclair Home That Was Selling For $10
It was a deal seemingly too good to pass up: buy a historic home in Montclair for less than the cost of a fast-food dinner.
Joke Write-In Votes Could Have Changed Verona Council Election
These Verona voters could have changed their town’s future. Instead, they cast ballots for Arya Stark and Jerry Garcia.
New Kids On The Block Video Filmed At Essex County School (WATCH)
Some local cheerleaders were guest stars in the iconic boy band’s latest video. Watch it here.
Video Shows Woman Piggybacking Man At Flooded NJ Train Station
A well-dressed man avoided getting wet by riding on the back of a woman.
Struggling Newark Student Hands Out Resumes On Street, Scores Job
Angel Plaza wasn’t asking for a handout… all he wanted was a chance. He got it thanks to a viral social media post.
Essex County Urban Explorer Stumbles On Secret In Abandoned Tunnel: VIDEO
A building housing a pair of abandoned wind tunnels in New Jersey has an intriguing connection to the world of pro skateboarding.
Music Literally Made Her Sick: Essex County Teacher Finds New Career
A school band teacher was forced to find a new career after a medical condition left her unable to listen to loud music.
Zucchini King Of Nutley Recaptures Crown With Monster Veggie
Charles Adornetto, 88, has mastered the art of growing enormous, contest-winning vegetables.
Mysterious, 112-Year-Old Message At Montclair State: Who Left It?
A “genealogical treasure hunt” that started with a 112-year-old message in a beer bottle is getting deeper at Montclair State University.
Bloomfield Is Selling 1100 Old Street Signs
Do you think “home décor” when you see a street sign? Here’s a chance to get your own piece of Bloomfield history.
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