TOP LOCAL News
By CHUCK O'DONNELL
November 15, 2025
NEW BRUNSWICK – Wisps of steam danced in the air as a woman sitting on a step opened her container of piping hot food.Next to her, a man in a gray hoodie was bagging the remnants of his meal, drumstick stripped to the bone and all.Down the street, a teen on a skateboard was rolling home with a bag ...
November 14, 2025Dear Linden Families,I hope this message finds you well as we move through the fall season. I am writing to share important updates regarding student progress, upcoming events, and district highlights.Report Cards and Parent Portal AccessMiddle and high school report cards will be ...
TRENTON, NJ — Self-driving cars, legal in other states but not New Jersey, would operate here in test runs under a bill released on Monday by the Senate Transportation Committee. Trials would take place on closed and open roads under S4702, sponsored by Senator Andrew Zwicker (D - District ...
Linden, NJ — Mayor Derek Armstead, the Mayor’s Youth Commission, and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite Linden families to the 9th Annual Holiday Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 13, 2025. This beloved community tradition will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the ...
Linden, NJ - Motion Federal Credit Union hosted Membership Day on November 7, 2025, at its Linden branch. They welcomed residents, city officials, and community partners for a day of appreciation, education, and connections. Michael Greenwood, CEO stated," Motion Membership Day is about ...
LINDEN, NJ — The Linden High School JROTC, the nation’s largest unit, proudly joined the City of Linden’s Hometown Heroes Ceremony last evening at the John T. Gregorio Recreation Center, paying tribute to local veterans for their service and sacrifice.The evening overflowed with pride and ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear an appeal from former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis, effectively leaving in place the landmark 2015 decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. The move was widely praised by LGBTQ+ advocates across the country, ...
LINDEN, NJ — The wait is finally over. After more than a decade, Linden High School is bringing back one of its proudest athletic traditions — the Linden High School Athletic Hall of Fame — with a grand induction ceremony set for Thur., Nov. 13, at 5:30 p.m. at Linden High School.It will mark the ...
Linden, NJ — Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks and Recreation, in partnership with DWill’s Skate Academy, invite residents to the Linden Family Holiday Skate Party on Thursday, December 18, 2025. This exciting community event will take place from 5:00 p.m. to ...
LINDEN, NJ — From morning announcements to spirited assemblies, from handwritten letters to solemn wreath-laying ceremonies, Linden Public Schools overflowed with patriotism and pride as students, staff, and veterans came together districtwide to honor those who have served our nation. The day was ...
EWING, NJ – Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) on Monday announced that she will retire when her present term expires at the end of the 119th Congress. She will not seek re-election to a new term as the U.S. Representative for New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District concluding a remarkable, ...
Linden, NJ-Linden Police Detectives are investigating after a man was killed in a local restaurant last night. Officers responded to reports of a fight at TGI Fridays on S. Park Ave just before 10:00p.m. on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Officers arrived on the scene and located the victim lying on the ...
ORANGE, NJ — A traffic stop turned violent late Saturday afternoon when New Jersey State Police officers were involved in a shootout near the Center Street exit ramp of Interstate 280 in Orange.The area remains closed as investigators process the active scene. Law enforcement sources confirm that ...
Linden, NJ—Subject: Unlock your FREE SmartSocial access + WIN fun prizesDear Parents,We’re excited to announce that Linden Public Schools is partnering with SmartSocial for the 2025–2026 school year—and your family now has free access to everything you need to help keep your family safe and ...
Linden, NJ — This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary November 10th-15thMon, 11/10 - Movie: Their Finest @ 1 PMMon, 11/10 - KIDS #lego Club @ 4 PM*Mon, 11/10 - TEENS Leaves Diamond Art Program @ 4 PM*The library will be closed Tues, 11/11, for #VeteransDay Wed, 11/12 - Terrific Toddlers @ 10:30 AM*Wed, ...
Linden, NJ — Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks and Recreation will present a Opiod Eradication and Usage Concerns Panel Discussion on November 14, 2025. This event will be held from 6 pm to 8:30 pm at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen ...
ROSELLE, NJ — Citing an increased demand for ice time that the current facility is not equipped to handle, the Union County Board of County Commissioners recently broke ground on a new indoor ice skating rink at Warinanco Park.According to county spokeswoman Kelly Martins, groundbreaking on the ...
Linden, NJ-The Work Session of the Linden Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 6:00PM, at School No. 1 Gymnasium, 728 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ.The Regular Meeting of the Linden Board of Education will be held on Thursday, November 20, at 6:00PM, at School No. 1 Gymnasium, ...
Linden, NJ — This October, Linden didn’t just go pink — we came together with hearts wide open. From the volleyball courts to the track at Tiger Stadium, every cheer, every step, and every tear carried meaning. We stood side by side for those we love, for those we’ve lost, and for those still ...
Linden, NJ — Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee invite you to attend the Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair. The holiday season is right around the corner—and what better way to celebrate than by supporting local vendors and crafters! This fair will ...
LINDEN, NJ — Democrats Rebecca Williams (an incumbent), Joseph Signorello III and Stanley Neron won the election for three-year terms on the Union County Board of Commissioners, defeating Republicans Mark Nieves, Chris Bacey and Kirk Hemphill, according to unofficial results posted Tuesday ...
NEW JERSEY — Democrat Mikie Sherrill was elected governor over Republican Jack Ciattarelli on Tuesday to become the first woman from her party to lead the Garden State. With almost 90% of ballots counted, Sherrill had 56% of the vote to Ciattarelli’s 44%, according to The Associated Press, which ...
Linden, NJ - Today, November 4th is General Election Day 2025. It is finally here with Union County voters heading to the polls to choose the next Governor, members of the State Legislature; County Clerk; County Commissioners; members of Council; Mayor and Board of Education. On Election Day, ...
Linden, NJ — Thank you to Linden Public Schools for celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in such inspiring ways across the district! From vibrant Wax Museums that bring influential figures to life, to students proudly dressing in their cultural attire and exploring rich traditions through music, ...
Linden, NJ — This Week at #LindenNJ #lindenpubliclibrary 11/3-11/8Mon, 11/3 - Mango Languages Challenge ALL DAY*Mon, 11/3 - Movie: *61 @ 1 PMMon, 11/3 - KIDS #Thanksgiving Craft @ 4 PM*Mon, 11/3 - TEENS Apple Turnover Baking Program @ 4 PM*Wed, 11/5 - Terrific Toddlers Story & Playtime @ 10:30 ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Soon after the deaths of high school students Mari a Niotis and Isabella Salas, Cranford teenagers Charlotte and Cooper Groll started a Change.org petition urging state lawmakers to lower the age at which restraining orders can be filed from 18 to 15. The petition has since garnered ...
Linden, NJ - This Sunday, November 2nd, our incredible Linden High School Marching Band heads to The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) to compete in the State Championship in Section: Single A!Their 2025 show, “Bionic Luke McMillan,” features music from “Für Elise” by Beethoven, “Everybody Wants to ...
NEW JERSEY — Get ready to enjoy an extra hour of sleep! Daylight Saving Time officially ends this weekend, with clocks rolling back one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 2, 2025.The twice-yearly clock change has its roots in World War I, when it was first introduced as a way to conserve energy.
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — US Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents raided a large clothing warehouse-distribution center in the Avenel section on Wednesday where an undisclosed number of undocumented workers were reportedly detained.How many is anyone’s guess. ICE has not answered requests for ...