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By LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
November 1, 2025
ย Linden, NJ - As we approach Thanksgiving, Linden Public Schools is coming together to support families in need through our Districtwide Thanksgiving Food Drive!Weโre inviting students, staff, and families to join us by donating non-perishable food items to your school between now and Friday, ...
Linden, NJ - On Sunday, October 26, Linden Public Schools lit up the streets of downtown Linden as proud participants in the 72nd Annual Linden Halloween Parade โ and today, on Halloween Day, weโre still riding the wave of excitement!From elaborately decorated floats bursting with color and ...
NEW JERSEY โ As the federal government shutdown continues, more than 800,000 New Jersey residents will be impacted by the United States Department of Agricultureโs announcement that it will not fundย Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits starting on November 1.According to a news ...
Linden, NJ โ The Union County Board of Commissioners has announced their 2025 grant awardees under the Union County Open Space, Recreation, and Historic Preservation Trust Fund. The City of Linden has received a $75,000 Kids Recreation Trust Fund Grant. Union County Commissioner Vice- Chairman ...
LINDEN, NJ โ Before the month slips away, we are hitting pause on the hustle to celebrate the phenomenal 12 leaders who make Linden Public Schools shine!ย They are the visionaries. The motivators. The heartbeat of our district, leading with purpose, passion, and pride from the first bell to the ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ โ As the federal government shutdown continues, Union County will provide temporary financial assistance to households currently enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that will be affected by the interruption of November benefits, the Union County ...
Linden, New Jerseyโ Mayor Derek Armstead announced the launch of a new community solar initiative that will deliver savings and clean energy benefits directly to Linden residents. This initiative offers Linden residents, which includes both homeowners and renters, a simple way to reduce their ...
Linden, NJ - From a ๐๐ฎ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ฉ๐๐ญ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ณ๐จ๐จ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ค๐ข๐ง ๐๐๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐๐๐๐ ๐ฉ๐๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ , ๐๐ง๐ ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐จ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐, the Fall Festival at School No. 10 on Oct. 27 was packed with smiles, laughter, and community spirit!ย
Hispanic and Polish Traditions in MotionAn evening of salsa, Polonez, and shared pride as students, families, and educators unite to celebrate culture, flavor, and communityLINDEN, NJ โ The beat was irresistible. The colors: electric. The pride: unmistakable.On Friday evening, Oct. 24, the Linden ...
Linden, NJ โ The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce our lineup of childrenโs and teenprograms for November.Children:ย 11/3 at 4 pm, Thanksgiving Craftย 11/5 at 4 pm, Chess Clubย 11/10 at 4 pm, Lego Clubย 11/17 at 4 pm, Minecraft: Acorn Archeryย 11/19 at 4 pm, Chess Clubย 11/24 at 4pm, Clay ...
ELIZABETH, NJ โ The Union County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution during their Oct. 23 meeting to support the Immigrant Trust Act, a bill that was created to protect immigrants from being deported.โThis resolution reaffirms our commitment to protecting the dignity and rights of all ...
LINDEN, NJ โ A valiant fourth-quarter comeback by the Linden High School varsity football team came up just inches short Friday night (Oct. 24), as the Tigers fell 28โ27 to Plainfield in a thrilling Big Central ConferenceโLiberty Gold Division showdown at Tiger Stadium โ Lindenโs final home game of ...
Linden, NJ - Linden Police is issuing a traffic advisory ahead of today's Halloween Parade, October 26th at 2pm.1. Please be alert for heavier than normal pedestrian activityย and avoid the area if possible.ย ย 2. There will be no parking on Wood Ave between Route 1 & Curtis St from 9:00am - 4:00 ...
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ย Linden, NJ - Students from McManus Middle Schoolโs Tiger News team visited Univision 41, one of the nationโs top Spanish language media networks. Guided by faculty advisor and technology teacher Howard Schulz, they toured the studio, explored the Media Control Room, and learned how professional ...
LINDEN ย NJ โ Superintendent Dr. Atiya Y Perkins yesterday took center stage as one of five featured superintendents during a high-impact panel discussion at the New Jersey School Boards Associationโs โWorkshop 2025,โ where she showcased how Lindenโs district-wide use of Apple technology has ...
CRANFORD, NJ โ The Union County Improvement Authority is renovating the physical education center at the Union College of Union County campus in Cranford to give students and faculty more space for hosting games, sports-related classes and large events, such as spring and winter commencement ...
NEWARK - District Judge Jamel K. Semper reserved a decision on dismissal motions after hearing arguments on Tuesday, Oct. 21, from Rep. LaMonica McIver's legal team and attorneys representing the federal government on her indictment charging she assaulted and interfered with federal agents.ย Semper ...
Linden, NJ - Linden Police have reported that two men have been arrested in connection with a shooting that took place on S. Wood Ave last month.Jevan Carrie, 19, and Jeyrin Munoz, 18, of Linden were arrested separately in Linden on October 4, 2025.Detectives allege that the men conspired to fire ...
Linden, NJ-Mayor Derek Armstead and the City of Linden Department of Parks and Recreation, and Morning Star Community Christian Center, present to you the 2025 Annual Community Harvest Party. Their whole point is that itโs a safer alternative to trick-or-treating.ย They will be hosting this event on ...
MADISON, NJ - The New York Jets and football fans across the nation are mourning the untimely passing of former All-Pro center Nick Mangold, one of the most iconic and respected players in franchise history. Mangold, who lived in Madison, New Jersey, was remembered not only for his dominance on the ...
LINDEN, ย NJ โ Linden High School officially kicked off its 2025โ2026 Chick-fil-A Leader Academy with an energizing info session in the schoolโs Learning Commons that brought together nearly 40 aspiring student leaders, educators, and special guests for an afternoon rooted in purpose, passion, and ...
Linden, NJ - The Kiwanis Club of Linden will be hosting the Taste of Linden on Monday, November 10th, 5:30 โ 8:30 p.m., at The Grand Banquet Hall located at 12 N. Stiles Street in Linden.ย Tickets are still available at $20 in advance / $25 at the door.ย ย Savor the flavor from restaurants such ...
NEW JERSEY โ The governorโs race may be getting most of the media attention ahead of the Nov. 4 general election, but every one of the 80 seats in the General Assembly is up for grabs, and experts say some of the district races are set to be highly competitive.Democrats are solidly in control, with ...
LINDEN, NJ โ The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce their lineup of Adult Programs for November.11/5 at 6:30 pm, Dungeons and DragonsJoin us for a beginner-friendly Dungeons and Dragons campaign! Create your own character and learn how to play the worldโs most popular TTRPG. Space is ...
LINDEN , NJ โ Five students from across the district were honored at the Oct. 16, 2025, Board of Education meeting for achieving perfect scores on the Spring 2025 New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics.Superintendent Dr. Atiya Y Perkins led ...
Linden, NJโ On a brisk fall morning bathed in sunshine, Tiger Stadium came alive with purpose and pink as the Linden community turned out in force for the 2nd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk. In every step and every cheer, students, families, survivors, and staff walked in tribute to hope, ...
Linden, NJโ Here's what's goin' on at #lindenpubliclibrary Oct 20-25Mon, 10/20 - #minecraft Scarecrow Building @ 4 PM*Mon, 10/20 - An Intro to A.I. @ 7 PM* #artificialintelligenceย Tues, 10/21 - Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 10/21 - #movietime Escaping Ohio @ 1 PMTues, 10/21 - Children's #Halloween Craft ...
Linden, NJโMayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks and Recreation will be hosting a Pumpkin Painting ย Party on Saturday, October 25, 2025.ย Who: For children 13 and under.What: Pumpkin Painting Pizza Party. Children will receive a pumpkin to paint and pizza to eat.When: ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ โ Watchung Stable will soon offer horseback riding options for people with disabilities, as well as veterans and other people with post-traumatic stress disorder.The Union County Improvement Authority is upgrading the facility as part of a $5.5 million project. Upgrades will ...