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By DONNA ELEAZER
December 17, 2025
Linden, NJ - The Linden Public Library recently hosted a program called” Linden and Its History” presented by Official City of Linden Historian Fred Cassell. The attendees were given an opportunity to look at Linden’s past and how it has evolved over the years. This was accomplished by a powerful ...
Linden, NJ - In the past 65 years, there have been 22 legends, 22 names printed on banners lifted high in the Linden High School gymnasium, basketball players who reached the elite milestone of 1,000 career points. In 2025, a new name has been cemented into the history books, a name that will rise ...
Linden, NJ - The Linden Fire Department congratulates their newest firefighters, Nicholas Tome and Christian Usman, on graduating from the Morris County Fire Academy yesterday. We are very proud of the work, dedication, and commitment they both put in over the last 4 months! Also, Firefighter Tome ...
Linden, NJ - 𝐈𝐬 𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲?𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐟-𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞. 𝐄𝐲𝐞𝐬 𝐠𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐜𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭. 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 – 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞, 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐬 & 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐍𝐎𝐖 — 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐔𝐒 𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖 ...
Linden, NJ - On December 13, 2025, the City of Linden held their Annual Holiday Breakfast with Santa at the John t. Gregorio Center, located at 330 Helen St. Mayor Derek Armstead, along with the Mayor's Youth Commission, and the Department of Parks and Recreation were the hosts for the event.Mayor ...
Linden, NJ- Newark's Anheuser-Busch brewery, a mainstay in the city for 74 years, will be sold and will close early next year, the St. Louis-based company announced Thursday.Reports say the facility, located at 200 U.S. Route 1 near Newark Liberty Airport, has been sold to the Goodman Group, which ...
The people have spoken, and the next governor of the state of New Jersey is Rebecca Michelle “Mikie” Sherrill. The 53-year-old has prevailed over the Republican candidate and former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, in a hotly contested race that included a fair share of mud-slinging on both ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Scammers are becoming increasingly aggressive in impersonating law enforcement officers, the Union County Sheriff’s Office warned on Thursday.In a recurring phone scam that has surfaced again, callers claim that the individual has an arrest warrant — often citing missed jury duty or ...
Linden, NJ - A winter storm is expected to bring 2"–4" of accumulating snow to our area, with snowfall beginning late tonight and continuing through the morning until approximately noon tomorrow. Icy conditions are possible as temperatures are expected to remain at or below freezing. Drivers are ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson officials and police union leaders said Tuesday they are taking legal action and demanding state officials reconsider a decision that could force 31 Paterson police supervisors to retake a promotion exam, a move they warn could weaken public safety and leave patrol units ...
TRENTON, NJ — Restaurants and other places that serve food in New Jersey would be banned from providing single-use utensils and condiments to customers, except upon request, under legislation sponsored by Sen. Bob Smith (D - District 17) and Raj Mukherji (D - District 32).The bill, S3195, would ...
LINDEN, NJ — Senate President Nicholas Scutari joined elected officials, educators, and faith leaders to recognize Danie Orelien, a 25-year veteran educator and Director of Multilingual Learners for Linden Public Schools, following her appointment to Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s Transition Team ...
Linden, NJ—Mayor Derek Armstead, The City of Linden, & The Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee announce the Holiday House Decorating Contest. The contest will run from December 12, 2025, to December 20, 2025. Residents are encouraged to showcase their homes' beautiful holiday decorations.
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Don’t believe online chatter that claims East Jersey State Prison – on the Avenel-Rahway border – is closing. It’s not true, according to people who actually know.Besides a recent social media uptick about East Jersey State Prison closing, TAPinto Woodbridge-Carteret got a ...
Linden, NJ- Celebrate Chanukah at the City of Linden's Annual Menorah Lighting on Tuesday,December16, 2025, from 11 am- 12pm in front of Linden City Hall. It will be hosted by Mayor Derek Armstead, Rabbi Kanelski, and Bris Avrohom.
LINDEN, NJ — Linden Public Schools marked a historic milestone on Thursday, December 11, as more than 30 educators, technology leaders, and administrators from across New Jersey joined district and city officials for a first-of-its-kind celebration recognizing Linden as an Apple Distinguished ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Union County has upgraded its drone program to keep up with modern-day technology.Improvements made included updating the equipment for using the drones, expanding capabilities for the drones, and continuing specialized training for the certified drone pilots, according to Union ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Two Wegmans-branded unsalted mixed nuts products have been recalled due to a potential Salmonella contamination, announced Mellace Family Brands California, Inc.Salmonella infection can cause serious and sometimes fatal illness, particularly in young children, older adults, and ...
LINDEN, NJ — Applause echoed, pride was palpable, and the energy of achievement filled the Linden High School cafeteria on Tuesday morning, Dec. 10, as school leaders gathered to celebrate students doing something truly extraordinary—showing up, staying focused, and striving for excellence.During a ...
Linden, NJ-Mayor Derek Armstead and the City of Linden warmly invite all senior residents to join them for The Mayor’s Senior Christmas Dinner, a joyful holiday celebration filled with community spirit. This free event will feature a delicious meal, lively music, festive entertainment, and exciting ...
Linden, NJ — The City of Linden residents turned out in great numbers to participate in the Annual Tree Lighting event on Friday, December 5th in front of city hall. It was a festive and fun-filled evening hosted by Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and Linden Cultural & Heritage ...
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey highway drivers would be required to change lanes or slow down when approaching any stationary vehicle under a bill sponsored by Democratic Senators Paul Moriarty of Washington Township in Gloucester County and Raj Mukherji of Jersey City.Anyone found violating the law ...
Linden, NJ—Linden Public Schools kicks off the holiday season with districtwide Winter Concerts & Art Showcase. See dates, times & details! They will be bringing together dance, music, dance, and visual art.Please see the attached schedule for the dates and times across the district of the ...
LINDEN , NJ — This districtwide film captures the electric, joy-filled surprise moments when Linden Public Schools’ Teachers of the Year and Educational Services Professionals of the Year were honored right where their impact is felt most—inside their schools. Surrounded by cheering students, ...
Linden, NJ - Winter temperatures seem like they are here to stay! Warming centers are available throughout the city for those in need, and additional resources are available through the Union County Code Blue program. The Code Blue program seeks to prevent death in serious injury due to harsh ...
Linden, NJ — Holiday Happenings at the Linden Public Library! The season is here, and the Library has a lineup of festive events and important updates you won’t want to miss: Holiday Concert – Dec 9 at 7PMJoin us in the Columbia Bank Room for an evening of holiday classics performed by Joel and ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The Original Quaker Oats Oatmeal Cookie Recipe is a classic that is meant to be shared as much as a batch of these cookies are shared. The ingredients are found in most pantries, and if they are not a quick trip to the grocery will fill in all the holes.Drop cookies are easy to make ...
MEETING NOTICE:The Organization Meeting of the Linden Board of Education will be held onWednesday, January 7, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the gymnasium at School No. 1, 728 N.Wood Avenue, Linden NJ. (Action shall be taken). Agenda: Election Results, Appointment of new President and Vice President and ...
LINDEN, NJ — Santa hats bounced, bells jingled, and Linden Public Schools leaders raced, walked, and laughed their way through a frosty Cranford Santa Run 5K on Saturday, December 6 — turning a high-20s December morning into a joyful extension of the district’s commitment to wellness. Just days ...
Linden, NJ — Help us keep Linden students warm this winter! From Nov. 20 to Dec. 18, donate new or gently used coats, hats, gloves, and scarves to support families in need. 𝘿𝙧𝙤𝙥-𝙤𝙛𝙛 𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙨 available at every school and at the Multilingual Welcome Center (PDRC).Your generosity can make the season ...