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By DONNA ELEAZER
July 30, 2025
Linden, NJ - The City of Linden held Linden's First Annual Peruvian Independence Day Celebration on Monday, July 28, 2025. The event will be held at Linden City Hall from 12 pm-2 pm. It was a truly a celebration honoring Peru's rich history and vibrant culture.Statement from Mayor Armstead:“ As ...
Linden, NJ - Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks and Recreation will be hosting the 8th Ward Reunion Community Festival. What: Linden 8th Ward Reunion Community Festival, featuring DJ Qua with Kyle Smith, Rich Harris and Doughboy. Also featuring Monique Bingham ...
Linden, NJ-The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce our lineup of adult programs for August.8/2 at 10 am or 2 pm, Escape the Library Advance registration is required. Registration opens 7/14. 8/5 at 6 pm, Graffiti Art Workshop Advance registration is required. 8/6 at 6:30 pm, Book Club: ...
Linden, NJ - Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, Department of Parks and Recreation, and Uptown Linden present Outdoor Dining at the Promenade. The event will be held on July 31, 2025, from 6 pm until 9:30 pm.What: Outdoor Dining at the Promenade. Join us under the tents and enjoy dining “al ...
Get the best flavor and longest storage life from your homegrown garlic with proper harvesting, curing and storage. Then fill that space with a quick-maturing vegetable for a tasty fall harvest.Harvest garlic when approximately one third, but less than half of the leaves turn brown. Start by ...
LINDEN, NJ -- The final stage of our district-wide school uniform rollout is here! Here's what LPS families need to know:𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸Shirts will be delivered to each school for family pickup. Your school will share details about distribution dates and times. 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞 ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Marianne Middlebrook of Berkeley Heights, recently crowned Ms. Wheelchair New Jersey 2025, will head to Michigan next month to compete for the national title of Ms. Wheelchair America.Born with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), Middlebrook has used a wheelchair her entire life.
The recent heat wave that swept across much of the country is a good reminder to take extra care of our plants and ourselves as temperatures climb. Extreme temperatures can take their toll even on plants normally suited to the growing conditions.Many plants suffer when short- or long-term ...
NEW JERSEY - Ahead of the approaching July 28th deadline, both major-party gubernatorial candidates have announced their pick for Lieutenant Governor.Earlier this week, at a press conference at Johnnies Tavern in Boonton, Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli announced his selection of Morris County ...
Linden, NJ - Cool Down & Connect with the City of Linden while enjoying delicious treats from Its Delicious Ice Cream and Klein’s Kosher Ice Cream - Linden Residents ONLYJoin us this summer for a series of fun, family-friendly events where community and conversation come together, one scoop at ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — The Union County Jail building will not be used as a detention center to detain undocumented immigrants or criminals, according to new language in the county’s request for bid proposal (RFP) application.Union County Manager Edward Oatman issued a statement Thursday about the future ...
Linden, NJ - Dangerously hot conditions, with heat index values of up to 107 degrees, are expected across northern New Jersey on Friday, July 25, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.The National Weather Service reports that an Extreme Heat Warning means that the combination of heat and humidity is expected ...
PATERSON, NJ - The New Jersey Supreme Court on Wednesday unanimously upheld the state’s authority to assume control of the Paterson Police Department (PPD), a move Attorney General Matthew Platkin called “a victory for public safety and accountability” in one of New Jersey’s largest cities.The ...
LINDEN , NJ — Construction paper. Ping-pong balls. Popsicle sticks. Masking tape.At first glance, these may look like leftovers from an arts and crafts bin. But inside a buzzing summer classroom at Linden High School, they became the raw materials for roller coasters — and the launchpads for ...
Linden, NJ - Residents in Linden will soon have the ability to provide timely feedback following Interactions with the Police.Chief David Hart announced today that the Linden Police Department has launched a new citizen satisfaction and feedback solution that uses text messaging to allow citizens ...
LINDEN, NJ – Linden Football is turning up the heat this summer — and not just from the sun.Under the direction of 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐂𝐢𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢, 𝐚 𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢-𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬, the Tigers are in 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙪𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙚. Ciccotelli takes the reins ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — By the time Monday's benefit show ended, the City of Plainfield had raised over $80,000 as part of its efforts to help the city move forward after a pair of devastating, nearly unprecedented storms during the first half of July. Residents will be able to apply for these grant funds ...
Linden, NJ - Congratulations to the 27 graduates of Linden Police Youth Academy Class #7, who celebrated the completion of their training during a ceremony on Friday. We are incredibly proud to see how much these young men and women have grown in just one week, and we know they will continue to do ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — First responders in Union County now have access to a new mental health support system, thanks to a partnership between the Union County Sheriff’s Department and GoMo Health, a digital health company.The new “First Responder Resiliency Program” aims to help police, firefighters, ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Senator Andy Kim spoke to a standing-room-only crowd of more than 500 people at Edison Intermediate School on Saturday for a town hall. Congressman Tom Kean Jr., a Republican from Westfield who Kim publicly invited, did not attend. Kim, a Democrat, spoke to the power of the town ...
Linden, NJ - Come out and Celebrate the City of Linden's First Annual Peruvian Independence Day Celebration on Monday, July 28, 2025. The event will be held at Linden City Hall from 12 pm-2 pm. There will be music, entertainment, dancers, food and more.
Linden, NJ - Join Linden Public Library for fun classes, movie nights, and events! Explore computer skills, yoga, and more this week! See the lineup of events below. Mon, 7/21 - Beginners Computer Class at 11 AMMon, 7/21 - Color Your World Make & Take Bracelets at 2 PMTues, 7/22 - Chair Yoga at ...
Linden, NJ - Linden Public Library Hosting No-Cook Snack Boards for Teens on July 31, 2025! Beat the heat with these no-heat snack boards Make and take a refreshing board of summer treats. To register, email yalibrarian@lindenpl.org, or call us at (908) 298-3830. #lindennj #lindenpubliclibrary ...
Linden, NJ - The Linden Police Department will be hosting 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. Join them for food, giveaways, activities, and entertainment, all free of charge. Following the event, please stick ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — To mark the fifth anniversary of the passing of civil rights icon Congressman John Lewis, Piscataway residents and local leaders gathered outside the municipal complex Thursday for a Good Trouble Lives On rally, calling on lawmakers to support the John R. Lewis Voting Rights ...
Linden, NJ-This past school year, McManus Middle School Social Studies classes showcased a yearlong effort: their National History Day Project. Students highlighted their work aligned with this year’s theme: Rights and Responsibilities in History. The project challenged them to explore the balance ...
Linden, NJ - On Thursday, July 24, 2025, Senator LaMonica McIver and Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi will be hosting a Free Passport Clinic. The location will be provided upon RSVP.Appointments are required and are on a first-come, first-served basis. Please see the flyer for registration details!
LINDEN , NJ -- The pitching mound has been empty for weeks, spikes packed away, and training for fall is already underway. But the spirit of Linden’s spring athletes continues to echo across the city. It would be remiss not to extend our gratitude to the students, coaches, trainers, and everyone ...
TRENTON, NJ — Three Linden Police Officers were named in the New Jersey Attorney General's Office 2024 Major Discipline report, which was released earlier in July. All three were suspended for various days and offenses, according to the report.According to the Attorney General’s Office, major ...
Linden, NJ -Want to become a cheerleader!! McManus Middle School will be holding a Cheerleading Interest Meeting on July 28, 2025. The meeting will be held at the Field House, located at 700 West Curts Street, from 2pm to 3pm.If you have any questions, contact mmajette@LindenPS.org