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Mayor Derek Armstead has partnered with St. Georges Family & Specialty Pharmacies to provide COVID-19 vaccinations. Walkups permitted, but you must first fill out the registration form online by clicking here.

• Who: Open to everyone 5 years and older (children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). ID is required.
• What: COVID-19 vaccinations.
• When: Sunday, February 6th from 3pm until 6pm.
• Where: Linden Multi Purpose Center, located at 1025 John Street.
• How: Fill out this registration form prior to arrival.

For the first time in New Jersey’s history Early Voting begins this Saturday, October 23rd and runs through Sunday, October 31st; and Election Day is on November 2nd.

• October 23 through October 31: In-Person Early Voting Period.
• October 26: Deadline to apply for a Vote-by-Mail Ballot by Mail for General Election.
• November 1 at 3pm: Deadline to apply for a Vote-by-Mail ballot in person at your County Clerk’s office.
• November 2: Election Day – Polls are open from 6am – 8pm.

To register as a vendor for the October Festival, please click here to view and/or download all forms for the October Festival.

• When: September 18th and 19th from 10am – 2pm.
• Where: 1811 Lower Road, Linden NJ 07036

Additional Details

• All proceeds go to the dogs and cats in our care.
• The yard sale will take place in our gravel play hard so please wear proper foot attire.
• Masks are required.
• Cash only!

Mayor Derek Armstead, Council President Michele Yamakaitis and The City of Linden invite you to attend the 2021 September 11th Remembrance Ceremony with the Linden Police & Fire Departments.

• Where: Wanda Green Park (Mack Place, off of Grier Avenue in Linden)
• When: September 11, 2021, 10am

For more information, please contact Council President Michele Yamakaitis at 908-494-0880, or call Sandy Jackson from the Linden Fire Department at 908-474-4550.

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

Primary Resource Center

• Here is the primary resource for COVID-19.
• Where can I get tested? Right here.
• Where can I schedule a vaccine appointment? Right here.
• Where can I get vaccinated in Linden? Right here.
• Where can I get more information about New Jersey’s free COVID Alert NJ exposure notification app? Right here.
• NJ DOH Data Dashboard
• Volunteer with the Medical Reserve Corp by clicking here.
• To subscribe to the e-newsletter, VAX Matters, click here:
• The Department of Health’s YouTube Channel with education and informational video clips.

General Questions – Call 211

General information on how to stay safe, test sites, financial assistance, unemployment. donations, food, and other non-medical needs.

Medical Questions – Call 1-800-962-1253

Medical Information from healthcare professionals on symptoms, when to seek medical attention, and proper steps to take if exposed to COVID-19.

Vaccine Appointment Support – Call 1-855-568-0545 (8am – 8pm)

Help with setting up a vaccination appointment.

Additional Information

• You can text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive alerts.
• Download the COVID Alert NJ App on Google Play or the App Store.

The County of Union has cancelled and adjusted the following programs and services due to the impending winter storm.

• The COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing Center at Kean University will be closed on Thursday, December 17th. All appointments for that day will be held on Friday, December 18th, and the drive-thru test center will be open that day from 8am until 5:30pm. 
• The Union County COVID-19 Mobile Testing Event scheduled for December 17th in Berkeley Heights from 2pm until 5pm is cancelled and will be rescheduled to a later date.
• All Union County Paratransit service will not run on Thursday, December 17th. Paratransit service, including the Route 22 shuttle, will run until 6pm. on Wednesday, December 16th and resume Friday, December 18th.
• The Meals on Wheels program will not deliver meals on Thursday, December 17th. Meal delivery will be doubled on Wednesday, December 16th.

Individuals who are in need of shelter during or just prior to the storm can call the Division of Social Services 908-965-2700 and transportation will be arranged as needed.

The Freeholders urge you to take caution throughout the storm and check on loved ones. For any problems on County roads, please call the County Police at 908-654-9800.

For updates on Union County services and events during the winter storm, please click here.