TOP LOCAL News
By LINDSEY KELLEHER
May 19, 2026
ELIZABETH, NJ — A majority of the human and social services that county residents use regularly will be in one place once construction is complete on a new government complex.The $150.3 million complex is being constructed at 61-99 West Grand Street in Elizabeth on the property that housed utility ...
Linden Public Schools — As the NJSIAA Sectionals Groups 1 and 4 Championships approach this weekend, the boys and girls track and field teams head into postseason competition representing the dedication, growth, and perseverance that reflect the mission of Linden Public Schools. The boys' team ...
Linden, NJ - Just before 7:00 p.m. on May 13, 2026, Officers responded to a store on 200 N. Wood Ave on reports of a fight.According to initial reports, Clarissa Pegram, 31, tried to leave with unpaid merchandise following a dispute with employees. A 70-year-old female employee followed her outside ...
Linden Public Schools — We are officially halfway through our Spring Concert season, and the energy, passion, and talent on display have been incredible! Here’s a special look back at Linden High School, who kicked off the season with a spectacular performance that set the tone for an amazing ...
Linden, NJ — This week at #lindenpubliclibrary Mon, 5/18: ** Double Dutch Jump Rope Workshop @ 4 PMMon, 5/18: ** Lemon Sugar Cookies Teen Program @ 4 PMTues, 5/19: Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 5/19: Movie: #bugonia (2025, R, 1:59) @ 1 PMTues, 5/19: Trivia with Jeff @ 7 PM #TriviaTuesday Wed, 5/20: ...
Linden, NJ - TAPinto Linden gave all the candidates running in Linden as part of the June 2nd Primary Election an opportunity to introduce themselves and share their responses to three questions.All candidates were asked the same three questions. TAPinto Linden is publishing the responses ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, N.J. — Junior Alan Parra turned in a career performance Monday (May 11), throwing a no-hitter and blasting a two-out inside-the-park grand slam to power Linden Tigers Baseball to a road victory over Perth Amboy Magnet Patriots in Perth Amboy. Making his first appearance on ...
Linden, NJ - TAPinto Linden gave all the candidates running in Linden as part of the June 2nd Primary Election an opportunity to introduce themselves and share their responses to three questions.All candidates were asked the same three questions. TAPinto Linden is publishing the responses ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NJ — Laughter echoed through the Linden High School gymnasium Thursday afternoon as students, staff, families, and community members packed the bleachers for the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy’s 3rd Annual Students vs. Staff Charity Basketball Game — an energetic tradition where ...
LINDEN, N.J. — Linden-based amateur boxer Andriy Lishchuk has been ranked among the top youth boxers in the United States at 165 pounds by USA Boxing following his silver medal performance at the USA Boxing International Open.Lishchuk, 18, earned a national ranking of no. 8 after advancing to the ...
Linden, NJ - TAPinto Linden gave all the candidates running in Linden as part of the June 2nd Primary Election an opportunity to introduce themselves and share their responses to three questions.All candidates were asked the same three questions. TAPinto Linden is publishing the responses ...
Linden, NJ – Five Linden women recently received the 2026 Union County SHERO Award, given to county residents who have made significant contributions to their community. Brianna Armstead, Michelle Barrett, Crystal Cappozzoli, Kinberly Matos and Megan McDonald were honored with the SHERO award for ...
Linden, NJ - TAPinto Linden gave all the candidates running in Linden as part of the June 2nd Primary Election an opportunity to introduce themselves and share their responses to three questions.All candidates were asked the same three questions. TAPinto Linden is publishing the responses ...
Linden, NJ – On April 18, 2026, at approximately 5:15 p.m., Union County Regional Dispatch received a 911 call reporting a stabbing inside Wheeler Park in Linden, New Jersey. Responding officers from the Union County Police Department and the Linden Police Department located a 14-year-old male ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, N.J. — Students, educators, city leaders, and community partners gathered Friday afternoon, May 8, outside School No. 1 for an Arbor Day tree dedication ceremony celebrating environmental stewardship, civic pride, and the lasting impact one tree can have on future ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, N.J. — Under brilliant spring sunshine and cool breezes sweeping across Wilson Park Lake, more than 1,100 Linden Public Schools students, teachers, staff members, and volunteers gathered Friday, May 8, for the annual L.I.N.C.S. Food Pantry Walk-A-Thon -- community tradition ...
LINDEN, NJ - TAPinto Linden gave all the candidates running in Linden as part of the June 2nd Primary Election an opportunity to introduce themselves and share their responses to three questions.All candidates were asked the same three questions. TAPinto Linden is publishing the responses ...
NEWARK - Abdulqudus “Abdul” Morakinyo and Bryan Oko, two seniors at Newark School of Data Science & Information Technology, have supported and pushed each other academically since they first met in second grade. “After every test, I’d be like, ‘Abdul, what did you get?’ ” Oko said. “And Abdul ...
Linden, NJ - During National Random Acts of Kindness Month, something quiet and powerful began at McManus Middle School.7th grader Sayuri N. started leaving anonymous letters for her teachers. Simple, heartfelt words that made people feel seen, valued, and uplifted. She saw the impact… and kept ...
Linden, NJ - Linden residents are invited to join us for a great day of fun focused on bicycle safety!Our Fifth Annual Bike Rodeo will be held on Friday, May 15th at 3:30pm at Memorial Park, 46 Lower Rd. This free event is open to kids of all ages and will feature free bike helmets, pizza, and ...
ROSELLE, NJ — Roselle’s Planning Board tabled a measure to approve an electrical substation project undertaken by PSE&G until their June meeting following public outcry.The meeting, which occurred on May 6 at Borough Hall, included a presentation by PSE&G on their proposed plan to ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NJ — Just weeks after Linden High School students returned from a transformational educational exchange in China, the global experience came full circle when Philip Connelly, former Executive Vice Chancellor of Wenzhou Kean University and Professor in the School of ...
LINDEN, NJ — The June 2 primary election is less than a month away.Here is some important information about who is on the ballot and how to vote.Registering to VoteIf you are not registered to vote, you have until Tuesday, May 12. You can bring a completed application to the City of Linden Clerk's ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Health is monitoring two New Jersey residents following potential exposure to hantavirus connected to a passenger from the cruise ship MV Hondius, state officials announced.According to the department, the possible exposure did not occur aboard the cruise ...
Dear Teachers,Yesterday kicked off National Appreciation Week, and today we pause to celebrate the heartbeat of every school: our teachers.Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day!I want you to know that I see you. Not just what you do, but who you are. The planning, the pivoting, the showing up ...
Linden, NJ — Linden artist, Donavin Garcia, recently teamed up with the Linden FMBA to share a special logo he designed in honor of Autism Awareness Month. His design was featured on t-shirts for their members. This honor reflects his personal journey and artistic talent.Donavin’s story began with ...
Linden, NJ — Linden Firefighter Lewis Haskell was finally honored at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial after his 1982 on-duty heart attack. He will be among the Fire Heroes added to the National Memorial, giving this year’s observance special significance to the Linden Fire Department and ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NJ — What began as a routine senior assembly at Linden High School quickly turned into a gripping lesson on survival, responsibility and resilience as two survivors of the deadly 2000 Seton Hall University dormitory fire shared their story with the Class of 2026 on Wednesday, ...
TRENTON, NJ — Widespread networks of automated license plate surveillance cameras that create hoards of data used to track motorists are under increasing scrutiny by lawmakers and privacy advocates in the wake of their recent use in ICE arrests.Lawmakers in New Jersey and 34 other states have ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NJ — Linden Public Schools’ 19 school nurses gathered Wednesday afternoon, May 6, at the Information Commons inside Linden High School for “Cheers to School Nurses!,” a luncheon celebration recognizing National Nurses Day and the start of National Nurses Week.Held during the ...