Phillips 66 Locks Out Nearly 400 Workers at Linden Refinery
Phillips 66 locked out nearly 400 Teamsters Local 877 workers at its Bayway Refinery and Linden Terminal after a cont...
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- Phillips 66 Locks Out Nearly 400 Workers at Linden Refinery
Phillips 66 locked out nearly 400 Teamsters Local 877 workers at its Bayway Refinery and Linden Terminal after a contract extension expired Oct. 19 at 4 p.m.
Oct 22, 2026 · Linden
- Linden Students Say Farewell in Mandarin to 11 Teachers From China
Eleven English teachers from China spent a week in Linden Public Schools, capped off by a Mandarin farewell of songs and poetry at Linden High School.
Oct 21, 2026 · Linden
- Linden Police Urge Drug Drop Off at Wood Ave. Headquarters Oct. 24
Linden police urge residents to drop unused or expired prescriptions into the 24/7 drop box at 301 N. Wood Ave. for National Take Back Day on Oct. 24.
Oct 21, 2026 · Linden
Sports
- Linden Offers Free Girls Flag Football Event at Milkosky Park Oct. 24
Linden girls in grades 2 through 8 can play free flag football Oct. 24 at 11 a.m. at Milkosky Park. Residents only. Call 908-474-8639 by Oct. 23 to register.
Oct 21, 2026 · Linden
- Linden Defeats Colonia 28-21 in High School Football
Linden beats Colonia 28-21 in high school football. Joe Boyd scores four touchdowns; Colonia rallies but falls short in fourth quarter.
Oct 13, 2026 · Linden
Local government
- Linden 10th Ward Candidate Luis Fonseca Calls for Transparency and Responsible Growth
Linden 10th Ward candidate Luis Fonseca calls for transparency, responsible development, and residents’ input before Nov. 3 election, including PILOT concerns.
Oct 16, 2026 · Linden
- Linden 4th Ward Candidate Tracy Y. Nunez Outlines Council Priorities
Linden 4th Ward candidate Tracy Y. Nunez outlines priorities for safer streets, sewer upgrades, parks, and resident meetings before the Nov. 3 election.
Oct 16, 2026 · Linden
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Cranford Community Farmers MarketDowntown Cranford · Cranford
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Adult Cornhole League at Chisholm in Springfield, NJLee Adler Memorial Gymnasium inside the Chisholm Community Center · Springfield
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Linden doesn't try to be Westfield or Cranford. It's a working and middle-class town where you can actually afford to live, get to the train in 10 minutes, and find a decent cup of coffee without paying boutique prices. Union County Life covers a lot of towns across the county — Linden is one of the few where the math actually works for first-time buyers and families who don't want to stretch thin. That honesty is why people stick here.
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Compared to fancier Union County neighbors, Linden is less about Instagram-worthy tree-lined blocks and more about actual livability. You get space, reasonable prices, real diversity, and people who've been here for decades. There's less turnover churn and more genuine community — your kids' friends' parents are people you actually see at the grocery store. That lack of polish? That's the appeal.
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Linden Students Say Farewell in Mandarin to 11 Teachers From China
Eleven English teachers from China spent a week in Linden Public Schools, capped off by a Mandarin farewell of songs...
Linden Police Urge Drug Drop Off at Wood Ave. Headquarters Oct. 24
Linden police urge residents to drop unused or expired prescriptions into the 24/7 drop box at 301 N. Wood Ave. for N...
Linden Offers Free Girls Flag Football Event at Milkosky Park Oct. 24
Linden girls in grades 2 through 8 can play free flag football Oct. 24 at 11 a.m. at Milkosky Park. Residents only. C...
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When is trash pickup in Linden?+
Trash and recycling schedules vary by street in Linden. Visit the Linden municipal website or contact Public Works for your specific pickup day. Most Union County municipalities offer online schedule lookup by address.
What school district covers Linden?+
Linden is served by its local public school district within Union County, NJ. The district includes elementary, middle, and high school levels. Visit the New Jersey Department of Education website or the Linden municipal site for enrollment information and school assignments by address.
How do I get a parking permit in Linden?+
Parking permits in Linden are issued through the municipal clerk or parking authority. Requirements and fees vary. Contact Linden Borough Hall or Township Hall directly, or visit the municipal website for current permit applications and residential parking zone information.
What are the best parks in Linden?+
Linden offers a variety of parks and recreational spaces maintained by the municipality and Union County Parks system. Warinanco Park, Echo Lake Park, and Nomahegan Park are among the most popular county parks. Visit ucnj.org/parks for the full county parks directory, or check the Linden municipal website for local park listings.
How do I contact Linden municipal offices?+
The Linden municipal offices handle permits, licenses, tax payments, and general resident services. Contact information is available on the official Linden municipal website. Most Union County municipalities are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours. For after-hours emergencies, contact the local police non-emergency line.
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