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Good News In Essex County: World Record + Pool Party + Tough Quarterback

New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.

A new world record was set Sunday at Yogi Berra Stadium on the campus of Montclair State University when 2,358 baseball fans came together for “Yogi’s Big Catch Challenge.”
A new world record was set Sunday at Yogi Berra Stadium on the campus of Montclair State University when 2,358 baseball fans came together for “Yogi’s Big Catch Challenge.” (Photo: Thomas E. Franklin)

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).

Thousands Of NJ Baseball Fans Break World Record In Honor Of Yogi Berra (PHOTOS)

A gargantuan game of "catch" smashed a world record in New Jersey – and Yogi would have been proud, organizers say.

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NJ Sisters Add To Their 5-Year Campaign Of Kindness With School Supply Drive

Selena and Sabrina Kossup of Essex County have been carrying out a community service project that they've dubbed the "Wave of Positivity."

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Aspiring Law Students In Essex County Earn Awards: ‘Invest In Brilliance, Ignite Change’

These "phenomenal young women" who plan to pursue law careers recently earned an award for their efforts.

Community Pool Party Unites Special Needs Families In Essex County Town

Families enjoyed the chance to connect with old friends – and meet new ones.

Halloween-Themed 5K Run Coming To Essex County: 2025 Fall Events

Get ready for the first-ever Booooo-mfield 5K race. Here's what to know about this local event.

Essex County Theater Company Will Turn 25, Celebrate With Run Of Plays

Apricot Sky Productions will mark its 25th anniversary this fall with "The 25th Act," an evening of original short plays from Eric Alter.

HS Quarterback From Essex County Overcomes Size Difference On Field

"Football taught me that if you have the heart, you can accomplish anything," the gridiron standout said.

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