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COMMUNITY VOICE: One Vote for “Yes”

Hi, my name is Tammy Gunnell. I read your article in the P.A. Guardian. I vote YES on The America On Wheels rebuilding idea! My fiancé, Daniel Velez (raised in Perth Amboy) showed me the story and I voted YES right away! Currently my friends and I currently skate in South Amboy, but seek a […]

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Fun Facts About Perth Amboy

1.  The first African-American to vote under the 15th Amendment was Perth Amboy resident Thomas Mundy Peterson who cast his historic vote on March 31, 1870 in a local election on whether or not to revise or give up the city charter. 2.  Aaron Burr supposedly came to Perth Amboy after his duel with Alexander […]

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Safety Announcement

We are taking safety precautions in the City of Perth Amboy, and emphasize that it is important: IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING!!
Report Suspicious Activity – Be Vigilant – STAY ALERT! Do not think that any call or report is too small. Don’t allow the actions of a few dictate your quality of life.
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