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Linden Police “No Shave November” & “Nails for November” Raise $5K for Charity

Linden – Linden Police Chief David Hart joined Linden Police Benevolent Association Local #42 President Joseph Appello and Linden Police Superior Officers Association President Joseph Birch to announce that the Department raised $5,000 in its third annual “No Shave November” & “Nails for November” event.

“I continue to be overwhelmed at the popularity and success of this effort,” said Chief Hart. “More than half of the Department participated to raise money for this very worthy cause. I would like to thank each of them, especially Presidents Appello and Birch, for their incredible generosity.”

A donation in the amount of $5,000 was presented to Men’s Health Network (MHN), a national non-profit organization whose mission is to reach men, boys, and their families where they live, work, play, and pray with health awareness and disease prevention messages and tools, screening programs, educational materials, advocacy opportunities, and patient navigation. Learn more at menshealthnetwork.org

MHN Vice President Ana Tomšić, who received the donation on behalf of the organization, stated “Men’s Health Network thanks the Linden PBA Local 42, the Linden Police Superior Officers Association, and the Linden Police Department for their generous support in raising awareness of the important issue of men’s health this November. Especially with the current situation in our society as it is, there is plenty that we can do to help raise awareness and promote good health among our family, friends, and colleagues from afar. Keeping healthy means that communities (both personal and professional) will thrive for a long time.”

The Department will build on this success and continue their fund raising efforts by participating in “Double-Down December.” Grooming standards will continue to be relaxed through the end of the year for participants who make a second matching donation. Monies raised in Double-Down December will be dedicated to host a community event later in the month, and any remaining monies will be donated to St. Joseph’s Social Service Center in Elizabeth, NJ.

Members of the public are invited to participate. Checks or money orders made payable to Linden PBA Local 42, RE: DDC will be accepted at the Police desk any time during the month of November. A receipt will be given for each donation, but unfortunately CASH DONATIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED.  

To view and/or download a PDF of this press release, click here.

Linden’s 2020 Santa Drive-By

Important Update: Due to weather, Santa’s schedule for Saturday December 12th has been moved to Sunday, December 13th.

Mayor Derek Armstead, The Mayor’s Youth Commission, Linden FMBA Locals 34 and 234 and the Linden Police Department invite Linden families to wave during Linden’s 2020 Santa Drive-By! Santa will be waving to Linden residents as he drives through the streets of Linden on Sunday, December 6th and Sunday December 13th at 11am. 

Routes were designed to maximize viewership while considering residents’ safety. Please remember to wear your mask and to adhere to social distancing practice while watching Santa pass your area. 

Santa’s Schedule Was Designed to Maximize Viewership

“The Company Men” Free Holiday Drive-In Concert Sponsored by the Freeholder Board Rescheduled to Sunday, December 6, at 6pm

Union County, NJ – Due to anticipated inclement weather on December 5, the upcoming “The Company Men” free holiday drive-in concert sponsored by the Freeholder Board has been rescheduled to Sunday, December 6, at 6:00 p.m. Tickets held for the December 5 show will be honored on December 6.

The concert will take place at the Union County Vocational-Technical Schools campus, at 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains.

In accordance with COVID-19 prevention rules, all tickets have been reserved on a first-come, first served basis. However, a limited number of spots may become available on a waiting-list basis. To reserve a spot on the waiting list, click here.

The Company Men, who describe themselves on their website as a “Modern Day Rat Pack,” are a nationally acclaimed vocal, pop music quartet who performs a mix of current Top 40 hits with classics of the last 60 years, with a special twist. They have appeared onstage with Mariah Carey, Billy Idol, Chaka Khan and others.

The band’s “Holiday Show” will feature classic songs such as Happy Holidays, Jingle Bell Rock, White Christmas, I’ll Be Home for Christmas, Winter Wonderland, and much more. Their performances are family-friendly and have been praised as huge hit with multi-generational crowds, according to their website.

This event will run in compliance with state COVID-19 orders, regarding social distancing and other protocols. Attendees must bring their own snacks and drinks. There will not be any food or drink available for purchase.

To help promote social distancing, no walk-ups, bikes or chairs are permitted. Vehicles will be arranged at least 6 feet apart with adequate social distancing. Port-o-johns and wash stations will be available. Masks will be required when using the port-o-johns.

Attendees must stay in their vehicles (unless they need to use the port-o-johns). Those who are attending can bring their own food, and non-alcoholic drink. Alcohol is prohibited.

Further details will be available to residents upon reserving tickets. 

2019 Senior Freeze – Deadline Extended!

Did you know relief is available to FREEZE your property taxes? Don’t miss out.

This was a turbulent year. If you forgot to apply for the Senior Freeze property tax reimbursement, don’t worry. The filling deadline for 2019 Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement) applications has been extended to December 31, 2020. The original deadline was November 2, 2020. With questions, please call the Property Tax Reimbursement Hotline at 1-800-882-6597. Take advantage of the extra time to get the relief you deserve!

Check for eligibility here.

Food Distribution Event on Saturday, December 5th, 9am Has Been Changed to Sunday, December 6th, 9am

Important Update! The Food Distribution event that was scheduled for this Saturday, December 5th has been moved to Sunday, December 6th at Warinanco Park (Skating Rink)  in Roselle by the Park Avenue entrance.

The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, and the Village Super Market of Springfield Township, New Jersey are providing this drive through and walk-up food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Sunday, December 6th at 9am.

Location

Warinanco Park at 1 Park Drive, Roselle, NJ 07203 (Skating Rink)

Event Details

  • First 2,000 vehicles will receive shelf-safe food and fresh produce on a first come, first served basis
  • One food distribution per vehicle, while supplies last
  • Please make sure to clear out the vehicle’s trunk prior to arrival to make room for food bags
  • Bring one (1) proof of NJ residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, ID card, etc.
  • Event will take place rain or shine.

Click here to view and/or download the original event flyer in English and Spanish. With any questions, or for more information, please email the DHS Action Line or call them at 908 558 2288.

Manners & Etiquette

  • For all Linden Boys and Girls Ages 7-13
  • Just in time for the Holidays!

Manners and Etiquette are important skills in an ever-increasing use of technology world! Explore “in person behavior,” “out in public” conduct, phone calls, texting, emailing and table manners. Learn how to stay engaged in a conversation and use inside and outside voices. Have FUN exploring different interactive skills/processes that will help you successfully show good Manners and Etiquette. Click here to download the informational flyer about this event.

Purchasing of supplies may be required. Here is a list of supplies: Table setting: fork, spoon, knife, water glass, cloth napkin. Simple foods for our final dining experience will be announced.

This VIRTUAL class will be held through ZOOM in 2 sessions on Saturday, December 12 and Saturday, December 19 from 9:00am through 12:00pm for a fee of $45.00.

Register online 24/7 here and log into your existing Community Pass account or you may call 908-474-8600 Monday through Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm.

All first-time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up and MUST provide the following:

  • Birth Certificate for child
  • A Household Bill showing Proof of Residency
  • A Driver’s License or Photo I.D. for Parent/Guardian signing up their child

Revised Meeting Notice Due to COVID-19 International Health Crisis

The regular meeting of the Linden Shade Tree Commission will be held at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be held electronically due to current health emergency, as declared by the Governor of New Jersey, limiting personal contact and public gatherings. Members of the public wishing to offer comments can access the meeting using the electronic platform below. Please keep your microphone muted until the public comment portion of the meeting. Official action may be taken at this meeting. Portions of the meeting may be held in Executive Session.

Public comments shall be permitted only during the period when the meeting is open to public comment. Public attendees should remain muted until the meeting is opened to public comments. Written comments may be submitted by 2pm on the date of the meeting. 

Notice RE 2021 Shade Tree Commission Meetings

At the November 5, 2020 Regular Meeting of the Linden Shade Tree Commission, the following was resolved setting the calendar for Regular Meetings for the Year 2021. Meetings to be held the first Thursday of the month with the exception of July, 2021. No regular meeting will be held in July 2021. Meetings will begin at 7:00 pm or as soon thereafter as the commissioners are gathered. Meetings normally will be held in the Planning Room, 3rd Floor, City Hall. However, given the COVID 19 Pandemic, meetings may need to be held using a virtual platform. In that case, access instructions for the virtual meeting will  be posted/advertised as required by law. Portions of meetings may be held in executive session and official action may be taken. Meeting dates are as follows:

  • Thursday, January 7, 2021
  • Thursday, February 4, 2021
  • Thursday, March 4, 2021
  • Thursday, April 1, 2021
  • Thursday, May 6, 2021
  • Thursday, June 3, 2021
  • No Regular Meeting in July
  • Thursday, August 5, 2021
  • Thursday, September 2, 2021
  • Thursday, October 7, 2021
  • Thursday, November 4, 2021
  • Thursday, December 2, 2021

Click here to download the Meeting Calendar Resolution for the 2021 Shade Tree Commission meetings.

Two Arrested After Linden Police Seize Handgun During Traffic Stop

Newark residents Walir Reynolds, 30, and Janiyyah Jones, 25, have been arrested and are facing weapons charges after Police recovered a handgun during a motor vehicle stop.

Police allege that they observed the vehicle speeding along Route 1 just before 9:30pm on Thursday, November 19, 2020. Officers stopped the vehicle, and a subsequent investigation led to the recovery of a handgun from inside the vehicle. Reynolds and Jones are charged with second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon.

“This is the twelfth illegal gun we have seized this year,” said Police Chief David Hart. “We will continue to pro-actively work to take these guns off our streets.”

Reynolds and Jones were both remanded to the Union County Jail pending an appearance in Superior Court.

These criminal charges are mere accusations. Every defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

To view and/or download a PDF of this press release, click here.