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Code Blue Alert

The Union County Board of Commissioners has announced a Code Blue sheltering due to predicted severe weather conditions from January 15 through January 24. Individuals and families seeking shelter MUST go to the Union County Division of Social Services for Code Blue placement during business hours, which are Monday through Friday, 8:30am until 3pm to be screened and placed. Office addresses are:

After 3pm weekdays, and on weekends and holidays, referrals and persons seeking Code Blue placement should dial the NJ Homeless Hotline at 211, or (817) 652 – 1148.

State Rental Assistance Program

The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJDCA) opens the waitlist and are accepting pre-applications for the State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP). Apply now!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in English.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in Spanish.
Click here to view and/or download the key details for this event.

  • Who: NJ residents who meet eligibility criteria are invited to apply with preference given to qualified veterans, elderly, families, disabled, and homeless.
  • What: The New Jersey State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) is a state funded program that provides housing subsidies on behalf of very low-income New Jersey residents, for decent, safe and sanitary housing. Persons applying must meet all applicable SRAP income and eligibility requirements. A total of 6,000 households will be selected through a lottery system to be placed on the State Rental Assistance Program waiting list. You must be eighteen (18) years of age or older or be an emancipated minor to apply. Please note that only New Jersey residents are eligible to apply for SRAP assistance. 
  • When: The open enrollment period begins on Monday, January 13, 2025 at 9am and ends on January 31, 2025 at 5pm.
  • How: Click here to apply online and click here for the program details. For more information or assistance, please call the NJDCA assistance line at (609) 292-4080, then choose option 9. They are available 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm.

City of Linden Warming Centers 2025

Below is a list of the City of Linden’s Warming Centers for 2025. These are the municipal buildings that are open and available to the public during their normal operating hours. Nothing else is required.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the 2025 City of Linden Warming Centers.

  • Linden Public Library – 31 East Henry Street
    • Operating Hours: Monday and Wednesday from 9am until 9pm. Tuesday and Thursday from 9am until 5pm. Friday from 9:30am until 5pm. Saturday from 9am until 5pm.
  • John T. Gregorio Recreation Center – 330 Helen Street
    • Operating Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:30am until 4:30pm. *Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Linden Multi-Purpose Center – 1025 John Street
    • Operating Hours: Monday through Friday from 9am until 8pm. *Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Winter Wrestling Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the Winter Wrestling Program. Our program has produced League and State champions! All skill levels are welcome.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

  • Who: For children Kindergarten through Grade 8.
  • What: Instruction on basic wrestling techniques and skills to improve one’s body awareness and overall confidence. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. All skill levels are welcome.
  • When: Program runs from December 3, 2024 through March 27, 2025. Practice will be held on Monday through Thursday from 6:30pm until 8pm.
    • No practice on days that schools are closed.
  • Where: LHS Athletic Department Building, which is located at 700 West Curtis Street.
  • How: $60 registration fee, plus a $6 insurance fee. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. Register online here, or register in-person at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) from 9am until 4pm, or at the Linden Multi Purpose Center (1025 John Street) from 9:30am until 7:30pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No cash. No refunds once the session begins. For more information, call (908) 474-8600. Please note, all new “First Time” participants must bring the following original documents at the time of registration and we will make copies:
    • Child’s original birth certificate.
    • Household bill showing proof of residency.
    • Diver’s License or photo ID of parent/guardian signing up their child.

2024 Holiday House Decorating Contest Winners

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee present the Holiday House Decorating Contest! Let’s light up Linden with holiday spirit!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer from this event.

All homes in Linden that had their holiday lights on from December 12 to December 20 were judged. No registration was required. Winners announced on December 28, 2024. Winning homes will be on the City of Linden website, and pictures will be shared on Linden’s Facebook and Nextdoor pages. Gift cards will be delivered to the winning homes. Homes that have won in the past two years were not be eligible. 

Click here to view the winners!

New Jersey Devils vs Vegas Golden Knights Game

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to invite you to the New Jersey Devils Game.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

  • Who: Ages 8 through 18.
  • What: New Jersey Devils game. We are excited to have our members attend an exhilarating hockey game. Let’s show our support to the New Jersey Devils! All attendees will receive a drawstring bag! Limited spots available.
  • When & Where: Thursday, February 6, 2025
  • How: Limited spots available. Registration Deadline is January 13, 2025. If you have any questions, please call 908-474-8639.

Temporary Drone Flight Restrictions in Effect in Linden

The FAA has issued new drone flight restrictions additional New Jersey towns due to recent unexplained drone sightings that have raised security concerns. The restrictions, which include sections of Linden, NJ aim to protect critical infrastructure. Below are links to see which parts of Linden have this temporary restriction in effect.

  • Linden – FAA drone flight restriction in effect from December 30, 2024 – January 18, 2025.
  • Linden – FAA drone flight restriction in effect from December 25, 2024 – January 19, 2025.
  • Linden – FAA drone flight restriction in effect from December 23, 2024 – January 19, 2025.
  • Linden – FAA drone flight restriction in effect from December 23, 2024 – January 19, 2025.

Click here for the full list of all locations in in which temporary flight restrictions are in effect.

Deadline Extension – Rental Housing Registration Program

  • Due to technical difficulties that have caused delays in the ability of Linden residents to register for the Rental Housing Registration Program, the deadline to register has been extended from January 31, 2025 to February 28, 2025. 
  • Debido a dificultades técnicas que han causado retrasos en la capacidad de los residentes de Linden para registrarse en el Rental Housing Registration Program, la fecha limite para registrarse se extendió del 31 de enero de 2025 al 28 de febrero de 2025.