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By GUARAV GARG
December 8, 2025
New Jersey workers and drivers will see a series of cost changes beginning January 1, 2026, as both minimum wage rates and tolls rise across the state. While these adjustments affect all New Jerseyans, they carry particular significance for area residents who depend on the Garden State ...
TRENTON, NJ - Former U.S. Senator Robery Menendez has been permanently barred from holding any public office or position of public trust in New Jersey, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) announced on Friday. Following a nine-week jury ...
Linden, NJ —It's the most wonderful time of the year.... for #porchpirates. The holiday season is chock-full of o pportunities for thieves to make off with your precious deliveries! Take steps to help protect your valuables . Track your packages: Monitor your deliveries using real-time tracking and ...
Linden, NJ — This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary Dec-8-13Mon, 12/8 - Children's Holiday Games, Coloring, and Crafts @ 4 PM*Mon, 12/8 - Teen Baking Red Velvet Cookies @ 4 PM*Mon, 12/8 - Linden and it's History: A Talk with Linden historian, Fred Cassel @ 6:30 PMTues, 12/9 - Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, ...
TRENTON, NJ — Motorists soon may risk $45 traffic fines – triggered by automated cameras – for parking or idling in bus lanes and bus stops. Penalties outlined in Bill A5612, which passed the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee on Thursday, also would apply to drivers who clog ...
Linden, NJ — Cold? Well, no worries!!! Winter Concert Season has officially begun and what a comforting way to start, with the Linden High School Winter Concert leading the way. The evening sparkled with the warm harmonies of the vocal ensemble, the rich and spirited sound of the orchestra, and the ...
Linden, NJ - Linden Police Department issued a Traffic Advisory: The Linden Holiday Tree Lighting will be held tonight @ 6pm. Please be advised that N. Wood Ave will be closed between Elm St & Blancke St, along with parts of Blancke St and Knopf St. TRUCKS MUST UTILIZE ELIZABETH AVE AND ST ...
NEW JERSEY – In recent years, significant data breaches have compromised many Americans’ personal information. U.S. consumers reported losing 25% more money due to fraud last year compared to the previous year, totaling nearly $12.5 billion in losses nationwide. This year, a major data breach ...
Linden, NJ — Linden Public Library invites you to a special program in celebration of the 100th Anniversary. The event will be held at the library on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 6:30 pm. The program will be presented by Fred Cassel, Official City of Linden Historian. Come out and learn everything ...
LINDEN, NJ — Pride, purpose, and possibility filled the McManus Middle School auditorium on November 26 as the middle school celebrated the induction of 33 new members and four returning scholars into the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS), one of the nation’s most respected and historic student ...
Linden, NJ - Approximately 70 cases of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches have been recalled due to incorrect labeling, announced Mondelēz Global LLC. The affected cartons include individually wrapped packs that may be incorrectly labeled as Cheese variety even though the product may be a Peanut ...
Linden, NJ - Make a difference this holiday season by bringing joy to a child in our community! Our Annual Toy Drive is now underway, and we invite you to donate new, unwrapped toys to Linden Public School. Look for our Giving Trees on display in each school.Please drop off your gifts by December ...
NEWARK - Camila Neves Klink has celebrated the holidays for the past four years at the home of her best friend, who is also godmother to her 1-year old son. But she was missing from the Thanksgiving table this year.Instead, Neves Klink was inside Delaney Hall, the Newark immigrant detention ...
Linden, NJ - Linden Police Department issues the following traffic advisory : As part of the ongoing water main replacement project, Lower Rd will be COMPLETELY CLOSED in both directions between E. Lincoln Ave (Rahway) & Range Rd beginning Monday, December 8th. This closure will remain in ...
Linden, NJ — School No. 2 students are diving into the world of computer science and coding, building skills that spark curiosity and confidence! From typing basics to problem-solving challenges, our young learners are discovering that they’re not just using technology — they’re creating with ...
LINDEN, NJ — December 2nd is more than a historical milestone. It is a day that reaffirms who we are as a district. National Special Education Day honors the landmark federal legislation that ensured every child, regardless of ability, has the right to learn, grow, and thrive in a public-school ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Rutgers’ new Office of Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity will be charged with ensuring the university is in compliance with federal and state civil rights laws.The school said the office will, among other things, make certain it complies with federal laws such as Title VI ...
December 1, 2025REVISED NOTICE OF MEETING:REGARDING: DATEThe Work Session and Regular Meeting of the Linden Board of Education will be heldon Monday evening, December 15, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at School No. 1, 728 N. WoodAvenue, Linden, NJ.(Action may be taken).“The Board reserves the right to go into ...
Linden, NJ — It’s Concert Season in Linden! Our Winter Concert & Art Showcase Series kicks off this week — a festive celebration of music, creativity, and Tiger Pride across all our schools!Upcoming Dates:Dec. 3 – Linden High SchoolDec. 9 – School 2 • School 4 (at Soehl)Dec. 10 – SoehlDec. 11 – ...
Linden, NJ - This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary for December 1st-6thMon, 12/1 - Children's Holiday Craft @ 4 PM*Mon, 12/1 - Holiday Slime Teen Program @ 4 PM*Tues, 12/2 - Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 12/2 - Movie: The Rose @ 1 PMTues, 12/2 - Movie: Isn't It Romantic @ 7 PMWed, 12/3 - Project Healthy ...
ORANGE, NJ — A fire in Orange on Thanksgiving killed two sisters, according to a news release Friday from Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II and City of Orange Township Fire Department Chief Derrick Brown. Frantzia Fleury, 49, and her sister, Pojanee Fleury, 42, died in a fire at 660 ...
CAMDEN – The New Jersey Department of Human Services, which faced limited funding and stopped taking new applications for child care subsidies in August, will reopen applications beginning in January.About 75,000 children will be eligible for the state Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP), the ...
When looking for a unique holiday tree this season, consider adding a plant you can enjoy now and throughout the year. Select a larger specimen to use as a floor plant, adding dramatic scale to your indoor décor. Smaller plants can be placed on tabletops throughout the house to add a bit of extra ...
Linden, NJ — The halls of School No. 8 burst alive with color, squeals, and that electric pre-holiday buzz on Wednesday morning as kindergarteners unveiled their first-ever “Balloons Over School 8” Parade — a delightfully tiny, wildly charming remix of the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day ...
Linden, NJ—The Kiwanis Club of Linden held their10th Annual Taste of Linden Fundraiser at the Grand Banquet Hall in Linden for an evening of fellowship and great food.The event was a huge success and very well attended by elected officials, residents, and community partners. It showcased Linden's ...
LINDEN , NJ — On the eve of Thanksgiving, the fifth graders at School No. 6 didn’t just read about history--they lived it. Continuing a beloved, eight-year tradition led by the 5th Grade Team and supported by the dedicated PTA, students gathered for a Thanksgiving learning experience that blended ...
Linden, NJ — Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Cultural and Heritage Committee invite you to attend the 2025 Annual Tree Lighting that will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025, at 6 pm. Come out and enjoy live entertainment, holiday music, refreshments and meet Santa! What: City of ...
PATERSON, NJ - A new statewide public input survey is inviting New Jersey residents to share their ideas, concerns, and priorities as Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill prepares to take office.The survey, available through the official transition website, is designed to guide policy recommendations and ...
LINDEN, NJ — In the quiet rustle of donation bins and the steady hum of school hallways, something extraordinary unfolded these past three weeks across Linden Public Schools. What began as a simple call -- “Let’s Share & Care” -- swelled into a full-hearted, districtwide movement of generosity ...
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