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By LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
December 27, 2025
LINDEN, NJ โ Just when it looked like Christmas was safe at School No. 8, he showed up.On the final day of school before the Christmas break, the Grinch came creeping through the hallwaysโfast-moving, sneaky, and full of mischiefโtrying his very best to steal Christmas. Or so he thought.Classroom ...
LINDEN, N.J. โ In front of a sold-out, rocking home crowd, Linden High School stood toe-to-toe with the top-ranked team in New Jersey Tuesday night and came within a heartbeat of a signature win, before a last-second three-pointer sealed a dramatic 64โ61 loss.Hosting Plainfield, the No. 1 team in ...
Linden, NJ-Due to an anticipated overnight winter storm, the #lindenpubliclibrary will be closed tomorrow, Saturday, 12/27. We apologize for the inconvenience.
ย Linden, NJ-A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the City of Linden as the current storm is expected to bring accumulating snowfall and challenging travel conditions.Storm Details:โข Snowfall totals of 5 to 8 inches are possibleโข Snow is expected to begin around 6:00 PM on Friday, December ...
ย Linden, NJ - This past weekend, the City of Linden hosted a joyful Mayorโs Senior Christmas Dinner, celebrating over 200 Linden seniors with food, music, entertainment, and door prizes. The event brought together community members of all ages in a heartfelt expression of appreciation and holiday ...
ย LINDEN, NJ โ Holiday cheer came with a soundtrack at School No. 8, where fifth-grade K-Kids transformed dismissal time into a joyful, clap-along, dance-along celebration. Bundled up against the cold and glowing in the winter sun, students turned the back playground into a festive stage as parents ...
As the holiday season blankets us with its magic, we at TAPinto want to extend our warmest wishes to our readers, neighbors, and the entire community. Christmas is a time for reflection, joy, and togethernessโa moment to cherish family, friends, and the traditions that make this season so ...
Linden, NJ โCome out and design and build a structure out of everyday items with this fun-filled Robotics STEM Activity this Saturday, 12/27 at 11 AM.**Registration is required, and this event is for ages 7-10****Scan the QR code to register or register through the #lindenpubliclibrary ...
LINDEN, NJ โ At the Academy of Excellence (AEO), the holiday spirit didnโt just arriveโit knocked, jingled, and burst through every doorway.From offices to classrooms to entire departments, nearly every door at AEO was transformed as staff embraced the festive challenge of the annual holiday door ...
LINDEN, NJ โ McManus Middle School Band Director Bart Healy has been selected to perform with The Band Directors Marching Band in the 2026 Tournament of Rosesยฎ Parade, scheduled for Jan. 1, 2026, in Pasadena, California.Healy, a 31-year music educator, will join more than 300 band directors and ...
LINDEN, NJ โ Just days before the holiday break, the Multilingual Welcome Center opened its doors not only to families, but to comfort. For many who walked through the building on Friday, Dec. 19, the gift wasnโt wrapped in paper or bows, but in something far more essential: a warm winter ...
ELIZABETH, NJ โย Union County is doing more to assist individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing by expanding the use of technology that transmits sound directly into a personโs hearing aid from microphones.This technology, called hearing loop systems, was installed in the Union County Courthouse ...
LINDEN , NJ โ School No. 9 ๐ฐ๐ผ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ฌ ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ฟ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ท๐ฎ๐บ๐ฎ๐ ๐ฑ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ถ๐๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ป๐๐ฎ๐น ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ท๐ฎ๐บ๐ฎ ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ, a weeks-long effort aimed at providing children in need with warm sleepwear and books during the holiday season.The drive ran from Oct. 27 through Dec. 5, with a schoolwide goal of collecting 496 pairs of ...
Linden, NJ-On December 11th, the Linden NJROTC unit proudly hosted its annual Navy Ball. The evening honored tradition, service, and excellence, beginning with meaningful POW/MIA ceremonies. The POW ceremony recognized those who remain prisoners of war, while the MIA table paid tribute to service ...
Linden, NJ - The Linden Public Library will observe special holiday hours on Wednesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 31, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The library will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Wishing you a joyous holiday season!#lindenpubliclibrary #lindennj ...
ย December 21, 2025Dear Linden Families,I wish everyone a joyful and peaceful winter break on this last Sunday before winter break. We have important updates and reminders for our winter break schedule:โข Tuesday, December 23, will be a half day with no lunch served.โข Schools will be closed from ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ โ Peanut Butter Snowballs are fun and easy to make. This delicious treat has become a holiday favorite in our house. Our little one loves to help make them for Santa on Christmas Eve.ย We like to use creamy peanut butter, but if you prefer more texture, use chunky peanut butter.Prep ...
LINDEN , NJ โ Linden Public Schools announced a donation of $7,888.84 to the Susan G. Komen Foundation during the Board of Education meeting held Dec. 15, marking the culmination of fundraising efforts from the districtโs Second Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk in October.The board was ...
Linden, NJ โ This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary Dec 15-20Mon, 12/15 - Crystal Snowflake Ornaments Teen Program @ 4 PM*Tues, 12/16 - Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 12/16 - Movie: Blue Christmas @ 1 PMTues, 12/16 - #TriviaTuesday Trivia with Jeff @ 7 PMWed, 12/17 - Project Healthy Bones @ 10 AMWed, 12/17 - ...
NEWARK โ A Haitian immigrant who was in the United States illegally died after experiencing a medical emergency at Delaney Hall on the same day he was processed at the immigrant detention facility in Newark.ย Jean Wilson Brutus, 41, entered Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody on Dec. 11 ...
LINDEN , NJ โ Step into the counselor suites of our buildings this week, and youโll find spaces transformedโnot by jingling bells or flying reindeer, but by soccer balls, baby dolls, books, puzzles, action figures, cozy winter socks, and tiny coats stacked and sorted with care. These makeshift ...
Linden, NJ -At Tuesday night's council meeting, Mayor Derek Armstead and Council President Michele Yamakaitis acknowledged and honored 5th Ward Councilman Carlos Rivas for his outstanding service to the residents of Linden during his term.ย Mayor Derek Armstead and Council President Michele ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, ย NJ -- Just before Christmas break, Linden High School received a gift no one expected.Dressed in Army fatigues and accompanied by her mother and younger sister, Nayara Poemape, Class of 2024, quietly walked back into the halls of her alma materโon a mission of the ...
NEWARK โ Mikie Sherrillโs Jan. 20th inauguration as the Garden Stateโs next governor will be at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark โ not in Trenton โ a move that reportedly breaks a 235-year tradition.Governor-elect Sherrill announced the venue switch in a prepared statement on ...
LINDEN , NJ โ The Linden Board of Education welcomed Rempee Kalia as its newest member during the Boardโs Dec. 15 meeting, where she was sworn in by Mayor Derek Armstead before Board members, district leadership, family members, and community residents.ย Kalia took the oath of office with her ...
Linden, NJ - The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce our lineup of programs for January.Programs marked with a * require registration.Children:ย Every Saturday at 10:30 am, One in Math*Teens:ย ย 1/26 at 4 pm, Blueberry Cobbler Baking*Adults:ย 1/13 at 6:30 pm, Historic Winter Storms of New ...
Linden, NJ โ Attention all high school students! Are you passionate about math and want to make a difference in your community? One in Math is looking for enthusiastic leaders who are able to commit two hours a week โ between January 10, 2026, and May 2, 2026 โ to help inspire and support younger ...
LINDEN, NJ โ In every Linden Public School this holiday season, something magical has been happening โ right at the front door.ย Step into any school building this December, and youโre greeted by more than just the familiar buzz of students and staff. Youโre met with a story of generosity and love, ...
Linden, NJโThe spirit of Chanukah will shine brightly in the City of Linden. ย A Chanukah Lighting Ceremony was held Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Linden City Hall. The ceremony was hosted by Mayor Derek Armstead and Rabbi Kanelski. It brought together community members and elected officials to ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ โ A family got a joyful reunion with their lost dog after she spent nine days missing in Piscataway's Johnson Park, thanks to assistance from a drone search service.Dakota, a 3-year-old dog, ran off chasing another animal in the nearly 500-acre park that spans Piscataway and Highland ...