TOP LOCAL News
By DONNA ELEAZER
January 21, 2026
Linden, NJ — The Kiwanis Club of Linden NJ, in partnering with the Friends of the Linden Public Library, is collecting NEW winter items to support families in need through St. Joseph Social Services and the Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless. Needed items:New hats, gloves, mittens, jackets, ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Wednesday, January 21, the Plainfield Public Schools will host a celebration of Muslim Heritage Month featuring Olympic medalist and author Ibtihaj Muhammad. The event will take place at 5pm at the Charles and Anna Booker Elementary School.Muhammad, a Maplewood native and sabra ...
Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a utility-costs state of emergency in an inauguration speech filled with New Jersey pride on Tuesday, as she moved to take on the affordability crisis in the Garden State and “shake up the status quo.”Standing before state lawmakers in the N.J. Performing Arts Center ...
Linden, NJ — Linden Police has reported that shortly before 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 19, 2026, Linden Police and Fire personnel responded to private property near the corner of Park and Brunswick Aves on reports of a fatal industrial accident. According to initial reports, a private ...
This Week at the Library: January 19th-24thTues, 1/20: Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 1/20: Movie: Hud (1963, NR, 1h5m) @ 1 PMTues, 1/20: Trivia with Jeff @ 7 PMWed, 1/21: Project Healthy Bones @ 10 AMWed, 1/21: Terrific Toddlers! @ 10:30 AMWed, 1/21: De-Stress @ 6:30 PMThurs, 1/22: Linden Dept. of Health ...
Dear Linden Public Schools Families, Students, and Staff,We are aware of a false social media post circulating that claims Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will be present at Linden High School.𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙚..At this time, Linden Public Schools has received no specific or ...
RAHWAY, NJ — A now former elementary school principal in Rahway, Dr. Dion Patterson, resigned his position this week, following his arrest on charges related to endangering the welfare of a child.Patterson, who served as the principal of Madison Elementary School, one of four elementary schools in ...
Reminder to All Linden Residents : Keep Our Sidewalks Safe! It’s important to remember your responsibility to remove snow and ice from sidewalks around your property. Here’s what you need to know: • Timeframe: Snow and ice must be removed within 6 daylight hours after the snowfall or accumulation ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - A 35-year-old mother of two boys, ages 5 and 7, has been charged with their murder after their father discovered their bodies in a bedroom of their home on Shell Court when he returned home from work Tuesday at 6:45 p.m., according to Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonaldHe ...
𝙎𝙐𝙋𝙀𝙍𝙄𝙉𝙏𝙀𝙉𝘿𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝙎𝙋𝙊𝙏𝙇𝙄𝙂𝙃𝙏 𝙈𝙀𝙎𝙎𝘼𝙂𝙀January 18, 2026Dear Linden Families,𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫!We have started the new year strong—and we are doing it together. I want to welcome back our incredible educators and staff who returned refreshed and ready to invest in our students. I am pleased ...
LINDEN, NJ — Sophomore standout Aidan Fiorini (106 lbs) is off to a blazing start for Linden High School. The rising star opened the season 8–0, capturing championship titles at both the Rahway Holiday Tournament and the Minuteman Classic in Elizabeth.How he did it:Pinned Iselin Kennedy’s George ...
TRENTON, NJ — Police in Clark Township have allegedly harassed and discriminated against Black, Hispanic and other non-white drivers for years, reportedly under orders from former longtime Mayor Sal Bonaccorso.Those are among the allegations in a civil rights lawsuit that NJ Attorney General ...
TRENTON — New Jersey’s new governor, lieutenant governor, Senate and Assembly members and other top state officials are in line for sizable taxpayer-funded 2026 pay increases.Salaries for state lawmakers have not risen since 2002. Pay increases took effect Tuesday, Jan. 13th, as Gov. Phil Murphy ...
Linden, NJ — In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Please be advised that Linden City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026
Linden, NJ - On January 13, 2026, a raccoon demonstrating abnormal behavior was reported in the area of E. Linden Ave between S. Park Ave & Ashton Ave. Officials located the raccoon, and subsequent testing confirmed the raccoon was positive for rabies. This information is being shared out of ...
MADISON, NJ — Verizon said that its wireless service outage has been resolved and pledged it will “make this right” for impacted customers, including providing account credits. “For those affected, we will provide account credits. Details will be shared directly with customers,” the company said, ...
Linden, NJ—Mayor Derek Armstead and the Linden Fire Department, and New York Blood Services invite you to donate blood to save a life. In honor of the late Gary Letizia. They will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 1 pm-7 pm. This event will be held at the 7th Ward ...
Linden, NJ—Join us this winter as we honor our incredible senior student athletes during Senior Nights! These special events are filled with exciting games, school spirit, and community pride as we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and memories our seniors have built throughout their athletic ...
Mental Health Matters | Parent University...Linden Public Schools invites parents and guardians to an important Parent University session focused on Substance Use in Youth—what parents need to know, recognize, and do.-- January 21, 2026-- 6:00 p.m.-- School No. 8 Cafeteria500 West Blancke Street, ...
Linden, NJ — The Linden Board of Education approves the 2026 meeting schedule. Please see below. The meetings are held at School #1 Gymnasium.
LINDEN, NJ — In observance of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on Jan. 9, Linden Public Schools united in a district-wide show of gratitude for the men and women of the Linden Police Department, with celebrations across school buildings reflecting a shared spirit of pride, unity, and ...
Linden, NJ—Join us on January 16 at 3:30pm for Swimming Senior Night at the Rahway YMCA as we celebrate our senior swimmers. Come cheer them on, recognize their achievements, and honor the dedication and leadership they’ve shown to their team. Friends, family, and fans are all welcome. Linden, ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his final state of the state address on Tuesday in front of a joint session of the Legislature gathered in the Assembly chambers.From recognizing local diners to mentioning Tony Soprano, an animated Murphy closed the book on the past eight years in true ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — The Union County Board of Commissioners has put out its 2026 meeting schedule and fewer regular public meetings are scheduled this year than last year. Twelve regular Union County Board of Commissioners meetings are scheduled this year (not including the reorganization meeting held ...
A powerhouse lineup of elected officials, faith leaders, educators, business executives, and community influencers will converge on Wednesday, January 14 at 6:00 p.m. for Black Men Vote: Continuing the Dream, a high-impact civic engagement forum aimed at educating and activating Black men around ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Federal Immigration Agents were seen in Morristown on Sunday morning. According to reports, the agents took people away from the laundromat on Speedwell Avenue. Those reports indicated that approximately 10 individuals were taken by Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agents ...
Linden, NJ - Linden Police is asking for your help to identify this man, wanted in connection with a jewelry store burglary that occurred overnight. At approximately 1:30 a.m. this morning, on Monday, January 12, 2026, the suspect broke the front glass of a jewelry store on N. Wood Ave and stole ...
Linden, NJ — This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary #lindennj January 12th-17thMon, 1/12: **Beginner Computer Classes @ 2:30 PMTues, 1/13: Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 1/13: Movie: Marlowe (2022, R, 1h49m)Tues, 1/13: Computer Open Q&A @ 3 PMTues, 1/13: Historic Winter Storms of NJ: A Conversation with ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - Governor Richard Codey, a driving force in New Jersey politics for more than half a century, died Sunday.His family announced the death of the 79-year-old on social media, saying he died “after a brief illness.”“He lived his life with humility, compassion, and a deep sense of ...
LINDEN, NJ — With state and local leaders joining a standing-room-only audience, the Linden Board of Education formally reorganized its leadership Tuesday night (Jan. 7) as three members — including one returning and two newcomers — were sworn in during the board’s annual reorganization meeting at ...