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Code Blue Alert

January 15, 2025 in Social Services

The Union County Board of Commissioners has announced a Code Blue sheltering due to predicted severe weather conditions from January 15 through January 20. 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

January 13, 2025 in Community

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

January 9, 2025 in Community

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.

USPS Suspends Regular Mail Delivery – Today, January 9 2025

January 9, 2025 in Message from Mayor Armstead

The USPS will be closed today in observance of Former President Jimmy Carter’s Funeral.

All Post Office™ locations will be closed.
Regular mail will not be delivered.
Package delivery will be limited.

Winter Wrestling Program

January 8, 2025 in Parks & Recreation

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.

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!

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.

The USPS will be closed today in observance of Former President Jimmy Carter’s Funeral.

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.

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