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Toys for Tots

The Linden Fire Department, in conjunction with the Linden FMBA Local# 34 and 234 are holding a Toy Drive with the US Marines Toys for Tots Program. Accepting donations now through December 17, 2025.

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

  • What: Toys for Tots. The Linden Fire Department in conjunction with the Linden FMBA Local# 34 and 234 are holding a Toy Drive with the US Marines Toys for Tots Program.
  • Contact: FMBA Representative John Fisher at (908) 548-2071 or Chief Hasko’s Secretary Kimmie Sasarak at (908) 474-4550.
  • When: Accepting donations now through December 17, 2025.
  • Where & How: All contributions should be unwrapped and can be dropped off at any of our four Firehouses listed below:
    • Fire House #1 – 302 South Wood Avenue (corner of West Mussell or West Stimpson Avenue)
    • Fire House #2 – 302 West St. Georges Avenue (corner of Dewitt Terrace)
    • Fire House #3 – 1201 East Elizabeth Avenue (corner of Chandler Avenue)
    • Fire House #4 – 2400 South Wood Avenue (next to P.A.L. Fields)
    • Mayor’s Office – 301 North Wood Avenue (City Hall)

The Gary Letizia Memorial Blood Drive

Mayor Derek Armstead, the Linden Fire Department, and New York Blood Services invite you to donate blood to save a life. In honor of the late Gary Letizia. Be the reason for someone’s tomorrow.

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

  • What: Blood drive. Gary Letizia was diagnosed with Leukemia at the age of 68. If not for the countless gallons of donated blood that kept him valiantly battling cancer, we wouldn’t have been able to create those extra memories that final year. Please consider donating so that someone else’s loved one may receive that same precious gift of time. – Dr. Matt Letizia. Giving is a slam dunk. Swish! When you come in to donate, you’ll be entered to win Nets vs Knicks tickets. October 1 through 31, 2025. Click here to learn more.
  • Where: 7th Ward Recreation Center, which is located at 2897 Tremeley Point Road.
  • When: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 1pm until 7pm.
  • How: Click here to make an appointment. Appointments are encouraged. Walk-ins welcome!

Fire Prevention Night

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Fire Department invite you to attend Fire Prevention Night. This year’s theme is “Charge into Fire Safety.”

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

  • What: Fire Prevention Night. This year’s theme is “Charge into Fire Safety” Lithium-Ion Batteries in your home.
  • Where: In front of Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue.
  • When: October 3, 2025 from 5pm until 7pm.
  • How: For more information click here.

The Gary Letizia Memorial Blood Drive

Mayor Derek Armstead, the Linden Fire Department, and New York Blood Services invite you to donate blood to save a life. In honor of the late Gary Letizia. Be the reason for someone’s tomorrow.

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

  • What: Blood drive. Gary Letizia was diagnosed with Leukemia at the age of 68. If not for the countless gallons of donated blood that kept him valiantly battling cancer, we wouldn’t have been able to create those extra memories that final year. Please consider donating so that someone else’s loved one may receive that same precious gift of time. – Dr. Matt Letizia.
  • Where: 7th Ward Recreation Center, which is located at 2897 Tremeley Point Road.
  • When: Monday, June 16, 2025 from 1pm until 7pm.
  • How: Click here to make an appointment. Appointments are encouraged. Walk-ins welcome!

Linden Fire Department to Host Annual Junior Fire Academy

Registration for the Linden Fire Department’s 2025 Junior Fire Academy is now open! “The Junior Fire Academy provides an opportunity to educate the recruits about the Linden Fire Department, the services we provide and enlighten them on the possibility of a future career in firefighting,” said Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Brady.

  • Who: Available to Linden students graduating 7th and 8th grades.
  • What: Linden Fire Department Junior Fire Academy. Learn about the Linden Fire Department and explore a future career in Firefighting! Receive basic training in physical fitness, department operations, fire science, HazMat, first-aid and CPR. Demonstrations include Engine and Ladder Truck Operations, Rope Rescue, Car Extrication, HazMat and more!
  • When: June 24 through June 27, 2025 from 8am until 3pm.
  • How: Click here to view and/or download the flyer and application for the Linden Fire Department’s Junior Fire Academy. Applications are also available at Fire Headquarters, which is located at 302 South Wood Avenue. The deadline for applications is Friday, May 9, 2025 at 3pm. Applications must be dropped off at Linden Fire Headquarters. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact Deputy Chief Kevin Brady via email, or call (908) 474-4550.

The Gary Letizia Memorial Blood Drive

Mayor Derek Armstead, the Linden Fire Department, and New York Blood Services invite you to donate blood to save a life. In honor of the late Gary Letizia. Be the reason for someone’s tomorrow.

  • What: Blood drive.
  • Where: 7th Ward Recreation Center, which is located at 2897 Tremeley Point Road.
  • When: Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 1pm until 7pm.
  • How: Click here to make an appointment. Appointments are encouraged. Walk-ins welcome!

Toys for Tots

The Linden Fire Department is holding a Toy Drive with the US Marines Toys for Tots Program. Accepting donations through December 13, 2024.

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

  • What: Toys for Tots. The Linden Fire Department is holding a Toy Drive with the US Marines Toys for Tots Program.
  • When: Accepting donations through December 13, 2024.
  • Where & How: All contributions should be unwrapped and can be dropped off at any of our four Firehouses listed below:
    • Fire House #1 – 302 South Wood Avenue (corner of West Mussell or West Stimpson Avenue)
    • Fire House #2 – 302 West St. Georges Avenue (corner of Dewitt Terrace)
    • Fire House #3 – 1205 East Elizabeth Avenue (corner of Chandler Avenue)
    • Fire House #4 – 2400 South Wood Avenue (next to P.A.L. Fields)

America’s 911 Foundation – Disaster Relief

America’s 911 Foundation is partnering with the City of Linden Fire Department collecting supplies for disaster relief in Southwestern Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee.

  • What: America’s 911 Foundation is partnering with the City of Linden Fire Department collecting supplies for disaster relief in Southwestern Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. We are looking specifically for:
    • Bottled water, by case or pallets.
    • Non perishable food and manual can openers.
    • Toiletries like toothbrushes and paste, deodorant, soap, shampoo, hair brushes, and combs.
    • Diapers, feminine products, depends, baby wipes, first aide items, baby items like bottles, formula and baby food.
    • Pet food and cleaning supplies. Traps, flashlights and batteries. No clothes at this time!
  • Where: Drop off site is located at Linden Fire House #3, 1201 East Elizabeth Avenue.
  • When: Supplies can be dropped off daily from 9am until 7pm through Saturday, October 12, 2024.
  • How: Drop-off supplies at Linden Fire House #3. Click here to donate online. 100% of donation will go directly to relief efforts as Foundation is an all volunteer 501C3 organization. Federal Tax ID is 42 1573312.

CPR Training

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Linden Police Department and Linden Fire Department are pleased to offer free CPR training to Linden residents. Two opportunities to attend. Space is limited, register today!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the CPR Training.

  • Who: Linden residents.
  • What: CPR training. Earn your CPR Certification in this American Heart Association Training Course presented by Certified First Responders from the Linden Police and Fire Departments.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: 5:30pm
    • Wednesday, October 9, 2024
    • Thursday, October 17, 2024
  • How: Free training. Click here to register. For more information, email here.