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  • Cybersecurity Advisory for Linden Residents – SMS Text Scams

    February 6, 2026 in Cybersecurity

    Over the last week, hundreds of domains were registered to impersonate 20 states and establish toll scam websites. The domains aimed at NJ residents include URLs similar to “nj.gov**[.]help/mvc.”

    The webpages use stolen branding and mimic the official Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) website’s look and feel. The webpage displays “Welcome to NJMVC.GOV,” but the actual URL ends with a .help top-level domain. We are aware that there are already incident reports of SMS phishing scams that include links to these websites. We anticipate a surge in scam texts targeting NJ residents.

    These texts may claim there is an unpaid toll, threaten late fees, and direct recipients to fraudulent webpages.

    • The NJ MVC only sends text messages to remind residents about scheduled MVC appointments.
    • The NJ MVC does not send texts regarding outstanding toll payments.
    • You can always check your toll service’s account by manually typing the official website URL into the browser, and not by clicking on a link provided in an email or text message.

    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.
    • Report fraudulent activity to the Linden Police Department, to the NJCCIC, FTC, and FBI’s IC3, and forward the message to 7726 (SPAM).

  • Cybersecurity Advisory for Android Smartphones

    February 4, 2026 in Cybersecurity

    Google recently ended critical security support for Android 12 and all prior versions of its mobile operating system. This poses a serious security risk to the over 40% of all Android devices that no longer have access to security patches. Immediate action is required for affected users, as these devices are now vulnerable to new malware and spyware attacks.

    Any Android device incapable of updating to Android 13 or a newer version should promptly be replaced.

  • Black History Month Celebration

    February 3, 2026 in Culture & Heritage Committee

    Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee are pleased to invite the Linden community to join us in recognizing the accomplishments of African Americans in the City of Linden.

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

    • Who: Linden community (children and adults).
    • What: Black History Month Celebration. We invite our Linden community to join us in recognizing the accomplishments of African Americans in the city of Linden. Discover the history of HBCUs, history of the Divine 9 black greek lettered organizations, step show/stroll finale (stroll), and light refreshments. Performance by violinist Bri Black and Cultural strategist, musician, and filmmaker Amari Johnson, PHD.
    • When: Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 2pm until 5pm.
    • Where: Linden Multi Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
    • How: For more information, call the Linden Department of Parks & Recreation at (908) 474-8600 or email here.

  • Free Tax Help!

    February 2, 2026 in Parks & Recreation

    The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $67,000 or less, persons with disabilities and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. The United Way of Greater Union County program offers free, IRS-certified tax preparation to anyone, with a special focus on taxpayers who are 60 or older or who have low to moderate income.

    The IRS provides a Find a Location for Free Tax Help page. The NJ 2-1-1 Partnership maintains a NJ Free Tax Assistance Locations page. South Jersey residents in Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May and Cumberland Counties, as well as residents in Philadelphia and Montgomery County, can get tax preparation help from the non-profit Campaign for Working Families. Due to COVID-19, many tax preparation sites may be closed for an undetermined period.

    Non-profits, advocacy groups and government agencies can participate in outreach efforts by promoting the NJ EITC Page and the NJ EITC Marketing Toolkit. Groups interested in conducting an outreach campaign or promoting EITC on social media should also visit the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities’ Tax Credit Outreach Kit.

    Employers are encouraged to distribute copies of “Have You Told Your Employees About the Earned Income Credit (EIC)?”, IRS Notice 1015. New Jersey employers must give written notice to employees. The New Jersey Division of Taxation also publishes a statement for employees.

    Smartphone users can download IRS2Go, an official IRS mobile app. You can use it to check your tax refund status, find free tax preparation services, or even send a payment to Uncle Sam.

    To schedule your appointment call (201) 201-0278 or email here. If there are any questions about the Free Tax Help, then please visit the John T Gregorio Recreation Center (JTG), located at 330 Helen Street during the operating hours of 9am until 3pm on February 23, February 25, and February 27 or call (908) 474-8600.