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‘An American Journey of Hope’ – Book details founding of Perth Amboy

Press Release An American Journey of Hope: Perth Amboy – The Capital and Port City on Raritan Bay 1683-1790 by Donald Johnstone Peck With illustrations by Francis J. McGinley An American Journey of Hope is a vivid chronicle of how the original Scottish colonists of Perth Amboy, New Jersey transformed the city into a center […]

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‘Her’ Art Show

PERTH AMBOY – In honor of International Women’s Day there will be a group art exhibition: “Through Her Eyes, By Her Hand Art Show” running from March 20th thru April 10th at the Perth Amboy Gallery Center for the Arts, 339 Reade St., Perth Amboy. Gallery Hours are Mon. – Wed. 5 p.m. to 8 […]

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Art Show Closing Celebration – Raritan Bay Coffee Company, March 29

PERTH AMBOY – People United for Self Help and More (PUSHM) held an opening night art show on March 21. Famous and celebrated artists are donating their time and efforts for this association. On Sat. March 29 there will be a closing celebration from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. when the artists will meet, greet and if expressed, receive offers for their work.

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International Women’s Month Celebrated with Author Visit to Patten School, 3/8/14

Author Minou Tavares Mirabal – daughter of Minerva Mirabal, a courageous freedom and women’s rights fighter – visited the Patten School on March 8.

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Movie Review: ‘Son of God’

By Anton Massopust III “What do we do now?” “Change the world” – Peter and Jesus “Son of God” is a new theatrical release, largely comprised from footage filmed for the Mark Burnett (of Survivor fame) produced miniseries “The Bible,” which aired on the History Channel. This movie is a straightforward telling of Jesus’ birth, […]

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POETRY: Who Prays? Who Cries?

For the homeless man on the street For the downtrodden who try to get back on their feet For the child that doesn’t have enough to eat Who Prays? Who Cries? When they can’t pay their rent When a couple can’t pay their mortgage and they have to live in a tent When people have […]

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Local Author in Global Christmas Short Story Collection

Press release SOUTH AMBOY – “A Wish for Christmas” is a collection of twenty stories based around Christmas and New Year from Alfie Dog Fiction. The collection brings together some of the best short stories from 20 authors across the globe including local author Alan Jankowski. “A Wish for Christmas” contains a mixture of general […]

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Grammy Nominee Gema Corredera in Concert close to home in Perth Amboy Nov. 16

News Release 10/28/13 PERTH AMBOY – Gema Corredera, whose Album Derramando Luz, is in the first round for Best Jazz Vocal Album, Album of the Year and Best Engineered Album, for the 2014 Grammy Awards will be in concert at the Perth Amboy Gallery for the Arts on November 16, at 8:00 pm. Experience Gema’s […]

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BOOK REVIEW: ‘Brandy’ by Eralides E. Cabrera

By: Carolyn Maxwell PERTH AMBOY – Brandy as you can see on the front cover was a beautiful girl. Unfortunately at times her beauty was not always an asset. Wherever she appeared, she would turn everyone’s head. It didn’t matter if they were male or female. Brandy had an easy and hard life. Like so […]

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POEM: In Honor of the Brave 65th

65th Infantry – Devils of the Mountains They are the forgotten, brave, Puerto Rican soldiers who fought in the Korean War. Devil of the Mountains, that was their nickname. Because of their bravery they were elevated to U.S. Infantry fame. Fighting off the invading Chinese. They gave their hearts, their lives, and much more. They […]

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Documentary Honors All Puerto Rican 65th Infantry Regiment

PERTH AMBOY – The documentary depicted the heroics of the Borinqueneers who served in the only all Hispanic segregated unit in U.S. Army history. The documentary honors the Veterans who served in the 65th regiment during the Korean War. The documentary depicts the how this regiment was mistreated while serving in the U.S. Army, but […]

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Stories from Perth Amboy

  PERTH AMBOY – “Stories From Perth Amboy” by Katherine Massopust is available at the Barge Restaurant, 201 Front St., Perth Amboy. For more info call 732-261-2610.

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Mural at Novak Funeral Home

PERTH AMBOY – Above is the latest mural painted by well known Perth Amboy artist Tom Ward. The scene above depicts part of Perth Amboy’s Waterfront in the 1920’s as viewed from the shoreline of Staten Island. Ward’s murals are a part of Perth Amboy’s history. You may have passed his murals several times. Some […]

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Studio B4 Art & Jazz Show at The Terrazza, Perth Amboy 8/1/13

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South Amboy Author Goes International

SOUTH AMBOY – Beverly Samuelson, an Amboy Guardian contributor and author of the book “The Eyes of Greed,” was in St. Maarten for a book signing recently. During her stay, the book was promoted at The Shipwreck Shop which has stores in Phillipsburg, Marigot, Simpson Bay and Princess Juliana International Airport. There was even a […]

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New Play Dramatizes Early History of Alcoholics Anonymous

New Two Man Show Delivers a Message of Hope, Help and the Miracle of Recovery News Release 8/6/2013 EAST BRUNSWICK – NCADD of Middlesex County, Inc. is pleased to present the North American tour of the new hit stage play, “PASS IT ON…AN EVENING WITH BILL W. & DR. BOB.” Performances will be held Saturday […]

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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!!
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