TOP LOCAL News
By TONY GALLOTTO
February 10, 2025
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Troubles are mounting for SeaQuest at Woodbridge Center mall after New Jersey environmental regulators have begun a process to revoke state permits to keep wildlife and exotic animals on the premises. The NJ Dept. of Environmental Protection’s Fish & Wildlife Division sent a ...
LINDEN, NJ -- Tuesday night’s (Feb. 4) Linden vs. Roselle Catholic boys basketball game turned into a heartwarming homecoming for members of the Linden High School Class of 1975—𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝟱𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆! Linden Athletics had the honor of welcoming back 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗱 𝗞𝗮𝘇𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗞𝘂𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴, both ...
BETHESDA, MD - More than one million Igloo 90 Qt. Flip and Two Rolling Coolers have been recalled by the manufacturer after 12 reports of fingertip injuries, including amputations, bone fractures, and lacerations associated with the use of the product.This recall involves those products ...
Pearhead is recalling Infant Learning Toy Sets due to a choking hazard, announced the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. These products were sold at Kohls stores nationwide and online at Kohls.com, Oyaco.com, Faire.com, Pearhead.com and Amazon.com from August 2024 through October ...
NEW JERSEY — Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a law that doubles the number of petition signatures most New Jersey candidates for state, county, and local offices now need to get on 2025 election ballots.The new requirements take effect immediately for candidates who wish to run on all 2025 primary and ...
Dahlias come in various colors, shapes, and sizes making them easy to include in any garden, container, and bouquet. Grow them in their own dedicated space, mix them with other flowers, or plant a few at the end of the vegetable garden.Consider including different varieties of dahlias for added ...
RAHWAY, NJ —The Rahway High School boys varsity basketball team fell to the Linden Tigers (11-9)) on Saturday, 63-41. The team's record is now an even 10-10.Senior Eric McClain led the Indians with 12 points, followed by senior Tayshaun Banks with nine.Three Linden players scored double-digits.
Linden, NJ - The Linden Police Department is issuing a Winter Storm Advisory for residents. A winter storm is scheduled to impact our area on Saturday night, with snow, sleet, and freezing rain beginning after 6pm. Precipitation will continue through the night into Sunday morning before changing to ...
LINDEN, SCHOOLS -- The 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 is excited to offer 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐄𝐒𝐋 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬! Whether you prefer 𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧-𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 learning, this is your chance to improve your English skills in a supportive and welcoming environment.𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟐 – ...
UNION, NJ -- It is a fact of life that the Union boys basketball team goes into most of its games against opponents from the cutthroat Watchung Division of the Union County Conference as the underdogs.But a lot of those star-studded favorites have found that dealing with Union, despite a losing ...
Whichever team you’re rooting for, fans will love this quick and easy Big Game classic — made with a nutritious twist. With our simple substitutions, you won’t miss the calorie-dense ranch dressing, cream cheese, or sour cream. This Buffalo chicken dip blends flavors and heat into comfort food ...
New Brunswick, N.J.– Cancer screenings are essential for detecting cancer early—often before symptoms appear—when treatment is most effective. According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 2,041,910 new cancer cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2025, reinforcing the need for cancer ...
NEW JERSEY — Parents may wish to brace for more white-knuckle time teaching their teenagers to drive safely. They can also hire qualified driving instructors or rely on local high school driver-ed programs.This comes as the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) set strict new requirements for ...
LINDEN , NJ -- The Linden Tigers boys varsity basketball team put up a strong fight on Senior Night, but a tough fourth quarter proved costly in a 64-53 home loss to the Roselle Catholic Lions on Tuesday. The defeat marks Linden’s fifth consecutive loss and their second setback against the Lions ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Sara Adair shared smiles and swapped stories between posing for photos with several of the health care professionals at Robert Wood Johnson University who worked together to save her life.Standing off in the corner of the room, her son couldn’t help but consider how close his mom ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway residents and members of the Rahway Public Schools community may or may not be Philadelphia Eagles fans. But one thing is no doubt certain. This Sunday, as the Eagles take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, everyone in town and all those with any kind of love in their ...
LINDEN , NJ – In a world where small acts of kindness create ripples of change, Ida Williams has been a steady force of compassion for families in need. Her tireless dedication to food distribution and community outreach was celebrated at the January 30 Board of Education meeting, where she was ...
NEWARK - A city man has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a 9-year-old Newark boy on Friday evening, Jan, 31. On Wednesday, Feb. 5, the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office announced that Jesse J. Dunbar II, 36, of Newark was arrested and charged with first degree murder, first degree attempted ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Three Union County Parks will get upgrades if they’re approved for Green Acres funding through the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.Unami Park in Garwood and Westfield would get ADA-compliant improvements, including an inclusive playground and an ADA-compliant ...
Linden, NJ - The City of Linden held their Black History Month Flag Raising Ceremony on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. The event took place in front of Linden City Hall, 301 North Wood Ave. The ceremony marked a significant moment of reflection and progress, celebrating the heritage and contributions ...
Dear Linden Families, Due to the 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙬𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, all Linden Public Schools will operate on a 𝟐-𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 on Thursday, February 6, 2025. See the table below with the start times for each school. https://lindenps.org-- 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝘂𝗽 ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – If you think you're seeing double when you attend a Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys swim meet, you're right. Although the likelihood of having identical twins is about 1 in 250 (about 0.5%), the Raiders boast two sets — Luke and Matthew Iannotta and Connor and Ryan Scarpa – ...
TRENTON, NJ – A diverse and recognizable group of 13 New Jersey residents will have six months to recommend ways that the Office of the Attorney General can “further its mission of eliminating corruption, promoting transparency, and strengthening the public’s trust in government.”New Jersey ...
LINDEN, NJ – Jean Lapaix, a dedicated custodian at School No. 9 was honored as the district’s Employee "It Takes a Village" Award recipient at the January 30 Board of Education meeting in recognition of his exceptional dedication to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming school ...
LINDEN , NJ -- Today, on National Thank a Mail Carrier Day, we pause to recognize and celebrate Eula Capers, a Linden native who has been the heartbeat of our district’s mail system for 22 incredible years! Rain, shine, or snow, Ms. Capers dutifully and faithfully ensures that important messages, ...
LINDEN, NJ – Two Linden Public Schools employees were celebrated as heroes after their quick-thinking actions saved the lives of two students in separate choking incidents. Their bravery was recognized at the January 30 Board of Education meeting, where they were awarded the district’s prestigious ...
Linden, NJ - During Black History Month, Linden Police Department proudly remembers the contributions of African-Americans in their ranks. From the trailblazers who led the way to the torchbearers who continue to serve, each of them has made sacrifices and significant contributions to our ...
EDISON, NJ - An Edison-based food company is recalling a chocolate-covered pretzel product due to undeclared milk allergens. United Natural Trading LLC has recalled their Fresh Direct Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels and advises customers not to consume them and seek any refunds if they have proof ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — Salaries for the members of the Union County Board of Commissioners and other county officials are expected to increase from what they were in 2024.The 2025 salaries are expected to be approved at the Commissioners' next meeting, scheduled for Feb. 6. Top paid county positions for ...
Superintendent’s Spotlight Message – 02/02/2025Dear Linden Families,As we step into February, our district is buzzing with excitement! From celebrating Black History Month to reaching the 100th day of school, we are reminded of our students and staff’s daily achievements by empowering their ...