Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Health Department are pleased to provide free Rabies Vaccination Clinics. New and renewal pet licensing services will also be available. Per City ordinances, all dogs in Linden must be licensed, and anyone found to have an unlicensed dog in the City is subject to summons to Municipal Court.
Click here to view and/or download the Free Rabies Vaccination Clinics flyer in English, Spanish, Creole, and Polish.
The annual fee for a dog license is $10 for a spayed/neutered dog, and $13 for a dog that has not been spayed/neutered. In order to be issued a license, the dog owner must provide written proof of a rabies vaccination that is valid for at least 10 months of the licensing year. All Linden residents with dogs that need a vaccination and/or a new or renewed dog license are encouraged to take advantage of these free clinics.
For safety, all dogs must be leashed and all cats must be in carriers.
Who: Open to all New Jersey residents. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by their parent or guardian. License Reminder Notice or photo ID is required.
What: Free rabies vaccinations. There will also be staff from the City Clerk’s office present to provide licensing services for both new and renewal dog licenses. Board of Health Outreach staff will be on hand with health information and giveaways. For the convenience of Linden residents, the City recently extended the start and end dates of the dog licensing year. Up until now, dog licenses were valid from April 1 through March 31. Starting with the 2024 licensing year, dog licenses are now valid from June 1 through May 31 each year. By changing the licensing dates to June 1 through May 31 of each year, Linden residents who vaccinate their dogs at the free clinics in May can renew their dog licenses on time, and these vaccinations are valid for up to 3 full dog licensing years.
When& Where:
Saturday, May 2, from 10am until 2pm, at Fire House #2, 302 West St. Georges Avenue.
Thursday, May 13, from 4pm until 8pm, at Fire House #3, which is located at 1205 East Elizabeth Avenue.
Monday, May 18, from 4pm until 8pm, at at Fire House #1, which is located at 302 South Wood Avenue.
How: Free clinic. If there are any questions about the rabies vaccine and/or the free clinics, please call the Board of Health at 908-474-8409, or email here. If there are any questions about dog licensing, please call the City Clerk’s office at 908-474-8406. All current 2025 dog licenses can be renewed up until June 30, 2026 without incurring a late fee. All 2025 dog licenses that are renewed on July 1, 2026 or later will incur a $5 late fee.
Click here to view and/or download the flyer for this event.
What: Law Enforcement Public Information Meeting. Officers will be on hand to answer any questions a potential applicant might have about eligibility, background investigations, physical requirements, and training. For anyone interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement, our goal is to make sure you know exactly what to expect throughout the process.
When: Thursday, March 19 at 6:30pm.
Where: Planning Board Room (third floor) at Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue.
How:
Click here to register for the Public Information Meeting.
Click here to learn more about joining the Linden Police Department.
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.
Registration for the Linden Fire Department’s 2026 Junior Fire Academy will open on March 18, 2026! “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.
Click here to view and/or download the flyer and application for the Linden Fire Department’s Junior Fire Academy. Click here to view what your child will learn at the Linden Fire Department Junior Fire Academy.
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 23 through June 26, 2026 from 8am until 3pm.
How: Applications can either be dropped off at Linden Fire Headquarters or submitted online. Applications are available here, at Fire Headquarters, which is located at 302 South Wood Avenue, or can be completed through the online application below. The deadline for in-person applications is Friday, May 8, 2026 at 3pm and the deadline for online applications is Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:59pm. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Spaces are limited. For more information, contact Captain Jason Iozzi via email, or call 908-474-4550.
The Department of Public Works will resume their normal street cleaning schedule beginning on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Sweepers will be instructed to sweep the No Parking side as well as any visible debris on the other side or the middle of the street. Of course, they will not be able to approach the curb in all instances but they will do their best to get rid of the unsightly debris.
Click here to view and/or download the flyer for the Linden Police Department Youth Academy.
Who: The Linden Police Department Youth Police Academy is available to Linden students graduating 6th, 7th and 8th grades.
What: Linden Police Department Youth Academy. As part of the Academy, you’ll learn about the Linden Police Department and other law enforcement agencies, you’ll receive basic training in police procedures/operations, criminal investigations, drill and ceremony and first aid! You will also benefit from demonstrations including DUI goggles, the effects of drinking and driving, K‐9, SWAT, Bomb Squad, and more! And most of all, you’ll have a lot of fun! The LPD Youth Academy is NOT a “bootcamp” for troubled youth. The Academy is structured to simulate a police academy for those interested in law enforcement.
When: July 13 through July 17, 2026.
How: Application deadline is April 17, 2026 at 3pm. Space is limited to 30 recruits. Enrollment will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. No late applications will be accepted. Click here to download the application for the Linden Police Department Youth Academy. Applications must be dropped off in-person to the front desk of the Linden Police Department, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue. With questions, email here.
Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2026 Fishing Season for all Linden children ages 5 through 18! Registration deadline is Friday, March 13, 2026. All children ages 5 through 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 16 and older will need to purchase a fishing license. All attendees must wear provided goggles.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.
Who: Linden children ages 5 through 18.
What: Hooked on Fishing. This program will teach children basic fishing skills, including how to string and bait a pole, how to cast a line and about local fishing regulations. All attendees must wear provided goggles. We encourage you to bring your chair and snacks. Let’s enjoy the fishing season!
When: Thursdays, from 5:30pm until 7pm.
April 16, 23, and 30.
May 7, 14, 21, and 28.
June 4.
**Fishing Derby is on Saturday, June 6, from 9am until 1pm, in honor of Butchie Scoles (awards to follow)**
Where: Wilson Park, which is located at 1113 Summit Terrace.
How: Registration deadline is Thursday, March 13, 2026. $6 insurance fee for first-time registrants. All children ages 5 through 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 16 and older will need to purchase a fishing license. All attendees must wear provided goggles. To view full program description and register online, click here. In-person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. For more information, email us here, or call 908-474-8639. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. Please note: all new “first time” participants must bring the following original documents at the time of registration:
With tax season underway, we have observed a significant increase in tax-related phishing and vishing (voice phishing) campaigns over the past month. In these schemes, cybercriminals exploit legitimate cloud services to host malicious files designed to install sophisticated malware; specifically, a Remote Access Trojan (RAT). Once deployed, this malware grants threat actors persistent remote access to infected devices, enabling them to steal sensitive data and even deploy ransomware.
We have also received reports of fraudulent outbound phone calls in which scammers impersonate representatives from Tax Collector offices. To help protect Linden residents, it is important to understand exactly how our office operates.
How Our Office Communicates with You
Please be advised: the City of Linden’s Tax Collector’s office will never demand immediate payment over the phone. There are, however, specific circumstances where we may need to reach out to you directly. These calls generally occur when a property is in danger of having a lien placed due to non-payment, or when we encounter an issue with a recent payment, for example, if a check was returned due to account restrictions, if the payment amount was short, or if the check was filled out incorrectly.
In these instances, a legitimate representative from our office will always do the following:
Clearly identify themselves by name.
State that they are calling from the City of Linden Tax Collector’s office.
Explain the specific issue with your account.
Advise you to come into our office in person to resolve the matter. We will never demand an immediate payment method over the phone.
How to Protect Yourself
If you receive an unsolicited call from someone claiming to be from our office, hang up immediately. Do not engage, and do not provide any personal or financial information.
If the call is legitimate: The caller will instruct you to visit our office. You can then verify the issue in person.
If the call is a scam: The caller may attempt to pressure you for payment. Remember, we will never demand payment on the spot.
To verify the status of your account or report the call, always and only contact the City’s Tax Collector’s Department directly using the official phone numbers here.
It is also critical to note that threat actors are now recording victims’ voices during these calls. These recordings can be used to generate AI-powered voice clones to impersonate you in future scams. This is an emerging tactic that can be combatted by ending any suspicious call immediately without engaging the caller.
Always remember the following.
Avoid clicking links, responding to, or acting on unsolicited text messages.
Confirm requests from senders via contact information obtained from verified and official sources.
