TOP LOCAL News
By TAPINTO LINDEN STAFF
January 28, 2026
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ - Centenary University announced its 2025 Fall Semester Dean’s List in a Tuesday news release. Linden student Kayla Lima was among the Dean’s List honorees. To achieve this honor, full-time students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.8 or above and complete a minimum of ...
January 27, 2026Dear Linden Families,Due to the inclement weather conditions, all Linden Public Schools will operate on a 2-hour delayed opening on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.See the attached table with the start times for each school.• Buses will operate two hours from the original pick-up time.• ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — With a few weeks left, Union County is close to achieving its goal for the 2025-2026 season of its deer management program.The county has so far harvested 161 deer, with a goal of between 180 to 200 deer, according to Union County Spokesperson Kelly Martins. In the 2024-2025 ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Legislation sponsored by Senator Raj Mukherji to cut down on unnecessary single-use plastics and in turn reduce the strain on the environment, was signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy before he left office.The new law requires casual food service businesses to provide ...
LINDEN , NJ — When the Linden Board of Education convened for its annual reorganization meeting on January 7, the moment marked both continuity and confidence in leadership. Malaysia Thomas was elected President of the Linden Board of Education, stepping into the role after serving three years as ...
PATERSON, NJ - Sunday's winter storm brought snowfall amounts New Jersey hasn't seen in quite a few years, along with wind and freezing temps that made being outside even more unbearable.Most New Jersey residents are heeding the calls to stay inside and hunker down, allowing road crews, emergency ...
January 26, 2026Delayed Opening Tuesday, January 27, 2026Dear Linden Families,Due to the inclement weather conditions, all Linden Public Schools will operate on a 2-hour delayed opening on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.See the attached table with the start times for each school.• Buses will operate two ...
LINDEN , NJ — What a run we’re on! Under the leadership of Head Coach James Orth and Assistant Coach Joe Russo, the Tigers opened Counties in a big way on Tuesday, earning second place in the preliminary round. Today, the excitement continues as we hit the lanes for the team finals as the #2 seed, ...
LINDEN, NJ — On January 16, students in Mrs. Megan George’s Probability & Statistics class took probability off the page and put it into action with 𝘼 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙡 𝙤𝙛 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙗𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮 -- an interactive, student-designed learning experience.Students created carnival-style games, calculated the ...
Linden, NJ - Due to the recent snowstorm, most Department of Public Works (DPW) employees will be fully engaged in snow removal operations. For their safety and to ensure effective post-storm cleanup, recycling pickup scheduled for Monday, January 26th has been canceled.Revised Recycling Collection ...
Linden, NJ — This Week at #lindennj #lindenpubliclibrary January 26-31Mon, 1/26: **Berry Cobbler Baking Teen Program @ 4 PMTues, 1/27: Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 1/27: Movie: Marry Me (2022, PG-13, 1h52m) @ 1 PMWed, 1/28: Project Healthy Bones @ 10 AMWed, 1/28: Terrific Toddlers! @ 10:30 AMWed, 1/28: ...
LINDEN, NJ - Due to the winter storm in our area, the Linden Public Library will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage everyone to stay safe. Remember, the Library is always open on https://libraryaware.com/3AMXP3. Thank you for your ...
PATERSON, NJ - Snow is blanketing the state, giving TAPinto readers a good reason to stay inside, cuddle up under a blanket, and catch up on local news!With more than 90 news sites covering more than 145 municipalities in New Jersey, we want to see how our readers are handling the winter weather ...
LINDEN, NJ - Governor Mikie Sherrill has declared a State of Emergency.Linden City Hall will be closed Monday, January 26, 2026, and will reopen January 27, 2026.
Dear Linden Families,Linden Public Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Monday, January 26. As the storm continues, we remain in close coordination with the City of Linden Office of Emergency Management, the National Weather Service, and our district security, maintenance, and operations teams.
TRENTON, NJ — Governor Mikie Sherrill has declared a statewide State of Emergency ahead of a severe winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, dangerous cold, and strong winds across New Jersey this weekend.The State of Emergency will take effect at 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, under Executive ...
Linden, NJ - With this weekend's snowstorm approaching quickly, Mayor Derek Armstead, Fire Chief William Hasko, and Police Chief David Hart share important safety tips on how to prepare and respond to potential hazards. Please share this information with your family and friends, especially those in ...
LINDEN, NJ — Linden High School freshman Alvaro Fernandez Jr. captured the 175-pound championship at the Union County Tournament on January 17, becoming the Tigers’ first county champion since 2019.Fernandez Jr., coached by his father and Linden varsity head coach Alvaro Fernandez Sr., earned an ...
RAHWAY, NJ — On Tuesday, January 20, at around 10:20 a.m., the Rahway Fire Department and Rahway Police Department responded to a reported house fire at 1583 High Street.Upon arrival, first responders observed a fire consuming multiple levels of the 2½-story, wood-frame residence.Police officers at ...
Linden, NJ - A fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred on E. Edgar Rd is under investigation. Officers responded to the 2500 block of E. Edgar Rd on reports of a serious motor vehicle crash shortly before 8:00 p.m. last night. Initial reports indicate that a 2019 Dodge SUV was traveling northbound ...
𝐌𝐜𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬… 𝐒𝐇𝐑𝐄𝐊 𝐉𝐑. 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟓 & 𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, 𝟕:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌Based on the DreamWorks Animation motion picture and the book by William Steig Book & Lyrics by David Lindsay-AbaireMusic by Jeanine TesoriJoin us for a fun-filled, family-friendly night of music, ...
Linden, NJ-A winter storm watch has been issued for our area beginning Saturday night through early Monday afternoon. Accumulating snow of up to 12" may mix with sleet or freezing rain, and while anticipated snow totals remain unclear, hazardous conditions including travel disruptions and potential ...
TRENTON, NJ – In one of his last acts before leaving office, Gov. Phil Murphy signed into law S4834/A6235, Senate President Nick Scutari’s legislation to regulate electric bicycles in New Jersey following several crashes, including a fatality in Scotch Plains last September. The bill updates the ...
LINDEN, NJ — It wasn’t game day, but the energy inside Linden High School auditorium on January 12, 2026, felt like a championship moment. 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐅𝐋 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐊𝐞𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐬 (𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐆𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬) 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐞𝐝 (𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐰𝐤𝐬) brought fire, focus, and unforgettable motivation to more than 1,400 Linden ...
Linden, NJ - The National Weather Service is calling for extremely cold temperatures this week. Daytime temperatures won't get higher than freezing this week. Due to the recent cold snap, know how to keep yourself safe from hypothermia and frostbite. Read the ways to recognize Hypothermia and ...
Linden, NJ - The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce our lineup of programs for February.Programs marked with a * require registration. Children: 2/1 at 4 pm, Lego Club 2/11 at 4 pm, Children’s Chess Club 2/16 at 4 pm, Children’s Craft Club* 2/18 at 4 pm, Roblox Game Program* 2/20 at 10 ...
NEWARK, NJ –On Tuesday, New Jersey's newest number two man in charge, Rev. Dale Caldwell carried the many prayers from the members of the Covenant United Methodist Church in New Brunswick as he became the first pastor to hold the office of lieutenant governor in New Jersey. Calwell took his oath ...
TRENTON, NJ — An e-bike bill that supporters framed as a public safety fix has been signed into law by Gov. Phil Murphy on his final day in office. Supporters said the legislation is designed to modernize state law as e-bike use continues to grow across New Jersey, alongside rising concerns about ...
TRENTON, NJ — After more than a decade of clicking keyboards, students will be required to put pen to paper once again as cursive writing makes a comeback in public schools. In his final hours in office, Gov. Phil Murphy signed S1783/A3865 into law, requiring all school districts to reintroduce ...
LINDEN, NJ — Long before the record books reflected her speed, Marleigh McDonald was already making waves, not just for her swimming ability, but for the way she showed up for others.Whether slicing through the water in a final relay lap, guiding younger cadets through NJROTC drills, or ...