🌱 See who won Linden’s mayoral and council primary races
Linden, New Jersey Patch AM: a 4 min readWhat's up Linden! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See who won Linden’s mayoral and council primary races
- How a new mobile clinic could change pediatric care access in Linden
- Meet the Linden resident now serving as a new Westfield police officer
Also on today's calendar: Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 95 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Mostly sunny; hot, less humid, temps: high: 93, low: 70.
- Sunday: Hot with periods of sun, with a high of 91 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• They came, they saw, they voted: 2026 primary concludes (unionnewsdaily.com) — Linden voters now know who will appear on November’s ballot, with Mayor Derek Armstead and several council candidates securing Democratic nominations and Jimmy Diaz Jr. leading Republicans for mayor. The article also explains which congressional districts cover parts of Linden and summarizes key results across Union County, from Senate to local council races. 
• RWJBarnabas Health partnering with Union County to launch mobile pediatric unit, community health clinics (roi-nj.com) — A new RWJBarnabas Health mobile pediatric unit will soon bring checkups, vaccines, and other basic care directly to children in Linden and nearby Union County towns. Once licensed, it will visit convenient neighborhood locations, aiming to reduce barriers to care while also connecting families with broader community health and social support services.
• Westfield Swears in Six New Police Officers (tapinto.net) — One of Westfield’s six newly sworn police officers is 22-year-old Ryan Hatzlhoffer of Linden, now beginning field training after graduating the Union County police academy. The department highlights record staffing levels and recent accreditation milestones as part of Westfield’s push to strengthen local policing across the region.
📸 Around Linden
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications →
Webinar,
2:00 pm -
OPEN HOUSE 55+ Leisure Living in Tom's River, NJ For Sale →
2760 Rockport Ln, Toms River
1:00 pm
Friday June 12
Sunday June 14
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Other local events
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Early Dismissal - 12:53pm
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8th Grade Graduation
Winfield Township Linden, NJ 07036
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Last Day of School & Early Dismissal - 12:53pm
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Terrific Toddlers →
Linden Free Public Library, 31 E Henry St, Linden
10:30 am -
Board Meeting - 6:30pm
Winfield Township Linden, NJ 07036
6:30 pm -
Regular Meeting of the Linden Board of Education
Linden Public School District School 1, 728 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ, 07036
6:00 pm -
Roselle Board of Education Workshop Meeting
Roselle Public Schools Roselle, NJ 07203
6:00 pm -
No School - Juneteenth
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Celebrate Father's Day at Chevys Fresh Mex Linden →
Chevys Fresh Mex, 1150 S Stiles St, Linden
11:00 am
Monday June 15
Tuesday June 16
Wednesday June 17
Thursday June 18
Friday June 19
Sunday June 21
📣 Linden Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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ESL Book Club with The Adult School
Westfield Memorial Library Local History Room
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Iselin - Story On A Wall →
Woodbridge Township, NJ Calendar
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Main--Preschool Grab & Go →
Woodbridge Township, NJ Calendar
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Iselin - Playgroup →
Woodbridge Township, NJ Calendar
11:00 am
Friday June 12
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Team Member in Linden. Apply here.
- PSG Global Solutions posted a job opening for Dockworker - Outbound in Elizabeth. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Linden here.
🗞 Nearby News
Rahway
- A Week of Gratitude: Rahway Academy Teacher Appreciation Recap (tapinto.net)
- New Jersey Cannabis Showcase Held in Rahway (headynj.com)
- Roosevelt Elementary School's Talent Show Dazzles in Rahway! (tapinto.net)
Elizabeth
- 401 Marshall St Unit 1L, Elizabeth, NJ 07206 (realtor.com)
- Elizabeth Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for 2024 Aggravated Manslaughter (tapinto.net)
Clark
- Dangerous Heat Hits Clark Area Through Friday: What To Know (patch.com)
Ok Linden! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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