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By LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
August 13, 2025
LINDEN , NJ — The 2025–2026 school year roared out of the gate Monday morning (Aug. 11) as Linden Public Schools’ district leaders traded blazers for cowboy hats, boots, and plenty of rodeo spirit. The week-long Administrative Leadership Retreat got underway with the “LPS Administrative Rodeo” — a ...
CLARK, NJ — When Barnes & Noble in Clark closed up shop back in 2022, bibliophiles and devoted customers were forced to make the drive over to Menlo Park Mall to satisfy all their B&N cravings. Not a terribly far drive, certainly, but also not the walking-distance commute many local ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — Two severe storms in July that caused intense flooding and wind damage have county residents asking who will pay for the damage, and what can be done to reduce weather-related damage in the future.Vehicles were stuck in high floodwater on U.S. Route 22 as well as on local roads when ...
LINDEN, NJ — Under sunny, balmy skies that seemed to mirror the warm spirit of the day, Linden Public Schools hosted its 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩-𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙈𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙪𝙖𝙡 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙊𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝙤𝙣 𝙎𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙙𝙖𝙮, 𝘼𝙪𝙜𝙪𝙨𝙩 9 — a groundbreaking community event designed to welcome multilingual families and connect all Linden ...
Linden-The Linden Police Traffic Advisory: E. Elizabeth Ave Westbound is closed from Chandler Ave to Bower St for construction. Eastbound is open. Plan an alternate route.
NEW JERSEY – Tired of annoying spam phone calls? Does it feel like they are happening more and more often? If the answer is yes, you have good reason to feel that way.A new study by ranks New Jersey as No. 7 among the 50 states for spam phone calls. According to research by Kasinohai, New Jersey ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – The Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability is investigating the fatal shooting of a 68-year-old woman by a New Brunswick police officer.The woman was shot at the John P. Fricano Towers on Neilson Street on Friday, Aug. 8, according to a statement from ...
LINDEN , NJ – Bright eyes, eager smiles, and a sense of excitement filled school hallways across Linden this week as families continued to pick up free uniforms for the 2025–26 school year.The rollout began last week at School No. 8 and is now in full swing, with scheduled pickups happening at all ...
Linden, NJ-This Week at Linden Public Library 8/11-8/16Mon, 8/11 - #minecraft Lost Egypt @ 1 pmTues, 8/12 - Chair Yoga @ 10 amTues, 8/12 - TEENS! Website Coding @ 2 pmTues, 8/12 - Movie: #charliechaplin The Gold Rush @ 7 pmWed, 8/13 - Project Healthy Bones @ 10 amWed, 8/13 - Terrific Toddlers! @ ...
Linden, NJ-- Often operating behind the scenes and without the same recognition afforded to other sports, cheerleaders are the silent drivers of our school’s energy and pride. While athletes on the field and court receive the loudest cheers, it's the cheerleaders who ignite and sustain that ...
Linden, NJ - The Linden Police Department held their Annual Community Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th, from 5:00-8:00 PM on N. Wood Avenue in front of Linden City Hall. The event was a partnership with the Linden Police Department, City of Linden, and the Department of Parks and Recreation. The ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ - In the wake of the July 14 flash flooding, New Jersey’s Blue Acres program will offer in-person and online consultations in August to help homeowners understand the voluntary buyout process.The sessions will provide one-on-one guidance and resources to residents whose properties ...
August 6, 2025REVISED NOTICE OF MEETING:REGARDING: DATEThe Work Session of the Linden Board of Education will be held on Tuesday evening,September 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at School No. 1, 728 N. Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ.The Regular Meeting of the Linden Board of Education will be held on Thursday ...
Linden, NJ - Linden Public Schools : UPDATED Fall Sports Tryouts!
Newark Public Library Executive Director Christian Zabriskie was given his pink slip on Friday, without explanation from the Library Board of Trustees or comment from the director. The Library Board of Trustees voted 5-3 to provide Zabriskie with a 90-day notice of termination, effective Nov. 6, ...
Linden, NJ - TAPinto Linden now offers readers a new way to engage every day with our games section, featuring puzzles that challenge your mind while giving you a fun break from your daily routine.For puzzle lovers, our Sudoku games are available in easy, medium and hard versions. Beginners can ...
Linden, NJ-Advisory Message from Linden Police: Please be advised that N. Wood Ave will be closed tonight, Tuesday, August 5, 2025, for National Night Out from 2:30pm-9pm, from W. Blancke St. to W. Elm St.Plan Accordingly!
WESTFIELD, NJ — A Perth Amboy man has been arrested and charged with Death by Auto, among other crimes and offenses, following a multi-vehicle crash involving an overturned van that killed a 71-year-old bicyclist, Police Chief Christopher Battiloro announced Monday evening.Wajih Abdul-Haqq of ...
HUNTERDON COUNTY, NJ — Authorities are investigating a suspected double homicide in Hunterdon County after discovering the bodies of a man and a woman on Saturday afternoon in the Pittstown section of Franklin Township. Hours later, a New Jersey state trooper believed to be connected to the ...
LINDEN , NJ -- Linden Public Schools officially kicked off uniform distribution last week with a buzz of excitement and community spirit. It started last week at School No. 8 and continued on Monday (Aug. 4) at School No. 4, where families arrived as early as 9AM to pick up their free ...
LINDEN, NJ-Linden Police Department has issued the following traffic advisories for today : W. Elizabeth Ave will be closed eastbound from N. Stiles St. to Lumber St. due to construction. Plan an alternate route.Maple Ave. and part of E. Blancke St. in the vicinity of the PAL Building will be ...
NEW JERSEY - A 3.8-magnitude earthquake struck northeastern New Jersey late Saturday night, sending tremors across parts of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. The quake occurred at 10:18 p.m. with its epicenter located in Hasbrouck Heights, a Bergen County community just minutes from New York ...
Linden, NJ-This week at #lindenpubliclibrary 8/4-8/9 Mon, 8/4 - Make and Take: Pipe Cleaner and Pom-Pom Animals @ 1 pmTues, 8/5 - Chair Yoga @ 10 amTues, 8/5 - TEENS! Website Coding @ 2 pmTues, 8/5 - Graffiti Art @ 6 pmWed, 8/6 - Project Healthy Bones @ 10 am Wed, 8/6 - Terrific Toddlers! @ 10:30 ...
Linden, NJ - Mayor Derek Armstead, in collaboration with the Mayor's Youth Commission, Communities in Cooperation, INC, and the Linden Department of Parks and Recreation, will be hosting a Back-Pack Giveaway on Monday, August 25, 2025, from 5 pm-7 pm. They will be promoting and encouraging a ...
Linden, NJ -The City of Linden has rescheduled its Outdoor Dining Event for Thursday, August 14, 2025at the Promenade.The event was postponed due to the weather. Save the date for delicious food and fun!See the flyer for the details.
Linden, NJ-Message from the City of Linden:Sadly, due to inclement weather, this week's Ice Cream Social at Wilson Park has been postponed. But don’t worry! We’ll be ready to start fresh and cool next week on August 6th.Join us at Dobson Park for a sweet scoop and great conversation with Linden’s ...
Linden, NJ — Here comes the rain again.Linden is under a flood watch from 2 p.m. Thursday, July 31, through Friday, Aug. 1, at 2 p.m., according to the National Weather Service, as rain showers and more thunderstorms are possible.“Scattered to numerous instances of urban, poor drainage and riverine ...
Dear Linden Families,As we close out the month of July, I hope you are enjoying a restful and safe summer break. Our summer school enrichment, ESL, and academic intervention programs are concluding this month, while our Extended School Year (ESY) program will continue through early August. We are ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — A disturbing incident at the Asbury Ale House on Sunday, July 27, has prompted swift condemnation from the popular downtown establishment and galvanized support from local advocacy groups after a customer was targeted with a homophobic slur during an altercation at the venue’s ...
CLIFTON, NJ — The Sheila Y. Oliver Foundation held its second annual Sheila Y. Oliver Legacy Brunch on Saturday in Clifton.More than 350 guests and honorees honored Oliver's life and celebrated women leaders in New Jersey.Actress, singer and comedian Tisha Campbell delivered the keynote address.“I ...