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April 11, 2026

NEW BRUNSWICK ­­– Before celebrating his graduation this spring, Nico Cosereanu has one other life-changing experience he will check off his bucket list.On April 15, the School of Engineering student will appear in season 16 of “MasterChef,” Gordon Ramsay’s competition show featuring amateur cooks, ...

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 Linden, NJ - In honor of Autism Acceptance, Awareness, and Inclusion Month, we are excited to share that SEPAC & Special Olympics will be hosting a Family Fun Night Event. We invite you all to join us for a night of family fun and the opportunity to learn more about SEPAC and Special ...

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Linden, NJ- Linden Public Middle Schools celebrated Diversity Day at both McManus Middle School and Soehl Middle School through two separate, yet equally vibrant events led by Mrs. S. Peñaranda and E. Peñaranda Zamora, Spanish teacher at Soehl Middle School. Held during the half day before Spring ...

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LINDEN, NJ – Essence “Essie” Myrick, a Linden resident and children's author, has released her debut picture book, “Syiah and Supreme Go to the Park” on April 9th, 2026. Myrick is a children's book author and an inclusion advocate. The upcoming release is inspired by her personal lived parenting ...

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Linden, NJ - Day 2 of the Linden Public Schools Multilingual Learners Department China Exchange Program for Linden High School students was special in more ways than one! Students began the morning by singing Happy Birthday to Aaron on the bus, filling the ride with joy and laughter as they ...

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 Linden, NJ — TAPinto Linden is a partner of the inaugural Local News Day, which is taking place on April 9.Local News Day is a coordinated effort to reconnect people with the trusted local news outlets that help neighborhoods stay informed, prepared and engaged.TAPinto is committed to bringing ...

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Linden, NJ - Last April, nearly 7,000 drivers were ticketed for cellphone use. This year, we've joined with the NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety to increase distracted driving enforcement for the national #putthephoneawayorpay campaign to prevent crashes and tragedies.  "Put the Phone Away or ...

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Linden, NJ - Linden resident, Joyce Fitz is only 17 years old and has accomplished what many adults spend a lifetime striving for; has turned her personal health battles into legislative action that could impact families across the country. Joyce has been raising her voice to national and local ...

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Linden, NJ — Linden Police are investigating the fact that multiple cars were vandalized at Brookside Garden Apts. They have confirmed that 19 vehicles were vandalized at that location sometime between 3:30 – 4:00 a.m. Detectives believe that a single suspect is responsible for this damage, as well ...

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 Linden, NJ - During the marking period, Linden High School students participated in an in-house volleyball tournament as part of the Physical Education program. Student captains drafted teams, each choosing college-inspired names to represent their group, and competed throughout the season leading ...

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SUMMIT, NJ — As alcohol use trends continue to raise concern nationwide and across New Jersey, Union County officials are launching a free public webinar aimed at prevention and education for both adults and teens.April marks National Alcohol Awareness Month, and county leaders, in partnership with ...

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 LINDEN, NJ – Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks &  Recreation announce the 2026 Mother’s Day Celebration. The event will be in collaboration with  the Morning Star Community Christian Center. Scheduled to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 12pm to 3pm. It ...

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Linden, NJ — This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary | 4/6-4/11Mon, 4/6 - ** #lego Club @ 4 PMTues, 4/7 - Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 4/7 - Movie: John Adams (Episode 1&2) @ 1 PMTues, 4/7 - Movie: The Naked Gun @ 7 PMWed, 4/8 - Project Healthy Bones @ 10 AMWed, 4/8 - Terrific Toddlers @ 10:30 AMWed, 4/8 ...

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Linden, NJ - The Summer EBT Program is a federal program that helps families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. Eligible families will receive $120 per child to purchase groceries. In New Jersey, benefits will be loaded onto an EBT card and mailed to your home. The card can ...

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Linden, NJ - As families across Linden prepare to celebrate Easter Sunday, TAPintoLinden sends Easter blessings to all who celebrate. Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ Churches throughout Linden will be welcoming the community for sunrise services, church services, prayer ...

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 Linden, NJ — As the community comes together to celebrate. TAPinto Linden sends warm wishes to all who observe.Passover, an eight-day observance commemorating the Israelite's' liberation from slavery in Egypt, remains one of the most meaningful holidays in Jewish life. 

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Linden, NJ - School No. 4 burst into motion as recess transformed into a joyful Easter Egg Hunt, turning the playground and grassy areas into a vibrant springtime adventure. In rotating waves, classes took their turn outside, eagerly dashing across the grounds in search of hidden eggs, ensuring ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ - The Union County Board of County Commissioners and the Department of Human Services invite residents to the 2026 Autism Acceptance Celebration and Resource Fair, taking place on Saturday, April 25th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Turf Field in Warinanco Park, Roselle. The ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of Commissioners is set to approve its $559 million budget later this month, which includes a 2 percent increase in the tax levy (the amount of money that’s raised in property taxes) from 2025.With the revenue and appropriations, the budget is ...

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April 2, 2026 Dear Linden Families, We are moving through the heart of spring with momentum, purpose, and pride. Spring Recess begins today, Thursday, April 2, Early Dismissal — No Lunch Served. This break provides an important opportunity to rest, reflect, and recharge.  Schools will re-open ...

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Linden, NJ — Mayor Derek Armstead, the Linden Board of Health, and the Linden Library welcome you to Linden’s Community Health & Wellness Day! In honor of National Public Health Week, our health department will provide numerous services for your wellness needs.In addition to health-related ...

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Linden, NJ - We are excited to share an updated date for the Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) Mid-Year Check-In & Self-Care Meeting.The meeting will now take place on April 15th.Please see the details below:When: Wednesday, April 15, 2026Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmLocation: 170 ...

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NEW JERSEY - Great Value fully cooked Dino Shaped Chicken Breast Nuggets have been recalled due to unsafe level of lead, announced The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). FSIS is concerned that some product may still be in consumers’ freezers. These items ...

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Linden, NJ - Today, Linden High School students begin their journey to China as part of an enriching educational exchange program, accompanied by Chinese language educator Lynn Hu and her experienced team of chaperones.The send off was made even more special with remarks from distinguished guests, ...

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LINDEN, NJ  — It was not one moment. It was many. A scholarship earned. A banner raised. A freshman breakthrough. A team that refused to bend.Inside the Board of Education meeting on March 27, Linden Public Schools did more than recognize winter athletes. It told the story of a season defined by ...

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LINDEN, NJ – Mayor Armstead, the City of Linden, and the City of Linden hosted the 2026Annual Easter Egg Hunt for the kids, and it was a time of excitement and fun. Families gatheredfor a joyful day at Wilson Park on Saturday, March 28, 2026.The event brought together the community for a time of ...

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Linden High School truly brought magic to the stage with their production of The Little Mermaid. From the stunning vocals to the vibrant costumes and heartfelt performances, every moment was filled with passion, talent, and dedication.A special shoutout to director Howard Whitmore for his ...

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LINDEN, NJ – Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation  have announced the Linden Recreational League registration is now open. The basketball league is open to all high school students between the ages of 14 and 18. The  program will be a well-structured and ...

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Linden, NJ-There are moments that remind us just how powerful a community can be when its people are given the chance to shine and our very first episode of Stripes of Linden was exactly that kind of moment.From the very beginning, this show was created to celebrate the voices, stories, and spirit ...

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Linden, NJ — The Linden Public Library celebrated Makers Day on March 21, 2026. The event  offered children and families a morning filled with hands-on STEM maker stations to boost creativity and problem-solving.  Participants had an opportunity to rotate through multiple hands-on stations that ...

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