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Message from Mayor Armstead

Linden TV is Back!

Linden TV’s major system upgrades are now fully live, making Linden TV more accessible than ever before.

Both Linden TV channels, Verizon 42 and Comcast 36, are fully operational with updated programming and enhanced viewing capabilities.

Residents no longer require a traditional cable subscription to stay connected with City programming and community information. Instead, residents may now access Linden TV programming in multiple ways!

Residents can watch in real time from their phones, tablets, or computers.

These upgrades represent a major step forward in expanding public accessibility, transparency, and community engagement through modern digital platforms. Further expansion plans are already underway, including future availability of Linden TV on platforms such as Roku and Amazon, which will further increase the reach and convenience of City programming.

Special Garbage Pickup for Passover

The City of Linden is pleased to offer a special garbage pickup service for our Jewish residents in preparation for Passover. We understand the importance of removing all leavened products (chametz) from the home before the holiday begins. To help make this tradition a little easier, a designated collection form is now available.

  • To request a special Passover garbage pickup, you must complete this form.
  • Residents may use both their green and brown bins for garbage on the special Passover garbage pickup day.
  • No dumpsters, no bulk items.
  • Special Passover garbage pickup will take place on the morning of Wednesday, April 1st. Please have all trash bins out the night before (March 31st) to ensure your home is not missed.

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Passing of Former Council President Myles J. Hergert

Former Linden Council President Myles J. Hergert, 92, of Forked River, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, surrounded by his family.  He was born on July 1, 1933, in Elizabeth, New Jersey to Louis and Emilie (Rapasky) Hergert.  Myles – affectionately known as “Mickey” in his youth – was a man whose life was defined by an unwavering commitment to faith, family, and hard work. Click here to read the full obituary.

Storm Update – Ordinance 60-4 Enforcement

As per Ordinance Number 60-4, Linden residents are normally required to remove snow from sidewalks within six (6) hours after any snowfall.

Due to the magnitude of the February 23rd blizzard, Mayor Derek Armstead has announced that this ordinance will not be enforced until Wednesday morning, February 25, 2026. This will give residents an additional twenty four (24) hours to ensure that all snow is properly removed from sidewalks.

Important Blizzard Parking Information

Mayor Derek Armstead, in cooperation with Linden Public Schools, will open municipal and school parking lots to help residents with parking challenges during the Monday, February 23, 2026 Winter Storm.

Beginning at 12pm on Sunday, February 22, 2026, Linden residents may park their vehicles in the following locations free of charge.

  • School No. 1 – 728 N Wood Ave
  • School No. 2 – 1700 S Wood Ave
  • School No. 4 – 1602 Dill Ave
  • School No. 5 – 1014 Bower St
  • School No. 6 – 19 E Morris Ave
  • School No. 8 – 500 W Blancke St
  • School No. 9 – 1401 Deerfield Terr
  • School No. 10 – 2801 Highland Ave
  • McManus Middle School – 300 Edgewood Rd
  • Soehl Middle School – 300 E Henry St
  • Linden High School – 121 West Saint Georges Ave
  • Linden Academy of Excellence (old St. Elizabeth’s School) – 170 Hussa St
  • E Blancke St (CVS) parking lot
  • E Elm St parking lot – 28 E Elm St
  • Knopf St parking lot – 14 Knopf St
  • Linden Library – 31 E Henry St
  • Linden Multi-purpose Center – 1025 John St
  • Linden PAL Fields – Lower Rd
  • Linden Train Station (both sides) – 2 S Wood Ave
  • Memorial Field – 46 Lower Rd
  • Wheeler Park – 234 W Stimpson Ave
  • 7th ward Rec Center – 2907 Tremley Point Rd 
  • 8th Ward Rec Center – 2199 Bedle Pl
  • Sinai Christian Academy (Old School #3) – 2301 Grier Ave

Parking is available in MARKED PARKING SPACES ONLY on a first come – first served basis. VEHICLES MUST BE REMOVED FROM THESE AREAS WITHIN 4 HOURS AFTER SNOW STOPS. Vehicles that are not removed in accordance with guidance will be towed at the owners expense.

This is a potentially historic storm, and your cooperation is essential to our efforts during and following the storm. 

Storm Recovery Update for January 30, 2026

Our Public Works crews continue their critical recovery efforts from the recent storm. The safety of our children is our top priority. Crews are currently focused on clearing all school zones, including:

  • Student drop-off and pickup areas.
  • Crosswalks, corners, and crossing guard stations to ensure safe passage.
  • Applying salt to mitigate ice in these key locations.

Our teams are concurrently widening intersections, beginning with Wood Avenue, to improve traffic flow and visibility.

Once all school zones are secure, we will shift our full efforts to clearing snow from residential street corners and intersections across the City to ease congestion for all drivers.

We have already addressed snow removal operations at the John T Gregorio Center (JTG) on 330 Helen Street, and the Linden Multipurpose Center (LMPC) building located at 1026 John Street. Snow removal operations at the Police Athletic League (PAL) building located at 400 Maple Avenue are currently underway.

To assist our crews and ensure a full recovery, please park in driveways whenever possible. We also remind residents not to shovel or discard snow into the street, as this creates hazards and impedes plowing and snow removal operations.

We thank you for your patience as our teams work diligently to restore safe conditions citywide. Please continue to exercise caution when traveling. For urgent non-emergency issues, please contact the Department of Public Works at (908) 474-8666.

– Mayor Derek Armstead

Did you know that the oldest man in America lives in Linden?

City of Linden Celebrates Luis Cano, Nation’s Oldest Man

Linden is proud to announce that resident Luis Cano has been formally recognized by the global organization LongeviQuest as the oldest known living man in the United States at 111 years old.

Mayor Derek Armstead presented an official proclamation at a family gathering for Mr. Cano, who was born in Colombia in 1914. He immigrated to the United States in 1990 and has lived in Linden for over 30 years.

“It is an honor for Linden to be the home of a national treasure like Mr. Cano,” said Mayor Armstead. “His extraordinary life of resilience and family is an inspiration to our entire community.”

Mr. Cano credits his longevity to simple habits: a diet of vegetables and beans, never smoking or drinking, and decades of gardening and physical work. He is a veteran of the Colombian Army and a father to ten children, with a large and loving extended family.

The City of Linden congratulates Mr. Luis Cano on this remarkable milestone and is grateful to call him a resident!

The oldest known living person in the United States remains Naomi Whitehead, 115, of Greenville, Pennsylvania.