Good News In Essex County: New Homeless Shelter + Groundhog Day

Newark NJ

04 February, 2022

2:11 PM

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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). Got a local news tip about something that will make your neighbors smile? Have an awesome photo you'd like to share? Send it to [email protected] Former School Reborn As Massive Homeless Shelter In Essex County It's a homeless shelter. But it's also a pathway to social services that can get people back on their feet again, Newark officials say. 2022 Groundhog Day Prediction At Turtle Back Zoo: Here's What Edwina Said Will spring come early or late? And who will win the Super Bowl this year? Here's what the Turtle Back Zoo's new groundhog predicted. Bloomfield Church Among Those Celebrating Black History With Mass Four special Masses and "listening sessions" will take place in February, including one at St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Bloomfield. Art Exhibit In Essex County Gives 'Windows Into Black History' "Windows into Black History" will be on exhibit through February. This High School In Essex County Is Getting A New Football Field A plan to "revitalize" the football field at Malcolm X Shabazz High School has kicked off. 6 Local Restaurants That Are A 'Treat' For Montclair Residents Patch asked Montclair readers: "When you're feeling down or want to indulge, what restaurant do you run to?" Here are some eager replies. Tonino Cigar Shop Celebrates Grand Opening In Short Hills The Cigar Shop is one of several new businesses to open in Millburn recently, lowering the local vacancy rate, said an SID official.