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Art of Victor Wayne Turback Returns to South Amboy

SOUTH AMBOY – Artist and former proprietor of South Amboy’s legendary Broadway Central Café, Victor Wayne Turback, is back in town with a showing of new works.  His paintings will be on display Aug. 6 through Aug. 17 at the Blue Moon South Amboy, located at 114 S. Broadway. Over the years, Wayne’s artwork has […]

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Movie Review: Dawn of Planet of the Apes

By Anton Massopust III “Together. Apes Strong.” – Caesar Many science fiction franchises don’t get a second chance but Dawn of the Planet of the Apes is the second of the successfully rebooted franchise. More rare is the sequel that exceeds the original but Dawn shines above the first film, 2012’s Rise of the Planet of […]

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Festival of the Andes / Festival De Los Andes, June 28 / Junio 28

Festival of the Andes PERTH AMBOY – This year’s Festival of the Andes, a Celebration of the Andean Culture and Heritage will be enjoying its ninth anniversary!  We will commemorate it with exciting events and special programming. The Andes Festival will take place on Saturday June 28, 2014 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. A […]

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Sayreville Independence Day Celebration, June 28

SAYREVILLE – Fireworks Celebration on Sat., June 28th at 4 p.m. Kennedy Park. Live Entertainment, by “Tramps Like Us” the #1 Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band 7 – 9:30 p.m.;Jo Bonanno and the Godsons 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. FREE Activities from 4 – 8 p.m.: Children’s Rides, Games, Food Court, Pony Rides, Hot Dog eating contest […]

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2014 Summer Fun Guide

CLICK ON PHOTO TO DOWNLOAD 4-PAGE PDF WITH INFO ON ALL SUMMER ACTIVITIES SPONSORED BY THE CITY OF PERTH AMBOY.

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PHOTO GALLERY: St. Peter’s Fashion Show

Held at the Raritan Yacht Club, Perth Amboy, May 22, 2014  *Photos by  Eric Salvary.

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PHOTO GALLERY: Senior Fashion Show at Seabra’s Armory – 5/21/14

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Woodbridge Fireworks – Sewaren, July 3

SEWAREN – On Thursday, July 3, Fireworks at Alvin Williams Park, Cliff Road, Sewaren. Festivities begin at 5 p.m. Musical Entertainment, Vendors, Food for sale. Fireworks begin at nightfall.

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Sweet Sounds of Summer – Concerts by the Bay

PERTH AMBOY – Enjoy The Garden State Symphonic Band, directed by Chris Pederson. Every Sunday, 3-5 p.m. July 6-Aug 31. FREE ADMISSION. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs. Directions: NJ Route 35 to Smith St. East to Waterfront. Then right one block to Bayview Park.In case of rain, concerts will be held at the McGinnis […]

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Celebrate The Amboys Concert & Fireworks

SOUTH AMBOY – Thursday, July 3, at the Raritan Bay Waterfront Park John T. O’Leary Blvd. Free Concert starting at 6 p.m. featuring:  “High Street Band,” “The Dayton Five,” “Brian O’Connor’s All Star Band,” 9:20 p.m. FIREWORKS DISPLAY.  Bring Your Lawn Chair And Spend An Evening Under The Stars On The Beautiful Raritan Bay !! […]

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South Amboy Summer Concerts

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. All Concerts are FREE Call 732-745-3936 for more info Raritan Bay Waterfront Park , O’Leary Boulevard South Amboy/Sayreville Beach Front *Concerts will take place rain or shine (see below)

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Poet’s Wednesdays

WOODBRIDGE – Barron Art’s Center, 582 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge at 8 p.m. -10 p.m., Workshop 7 p.m. – 732-634-0413.  Free Admission. June 11 – Robert Hambling Davis July 9 – Gregg G. Brown & Carrie Pedersen Hudak August 13 – Joe Weil & Emily Vogel For more info, contact Poetry Director Deborah C. LaVeglia at […]

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Summer’s On the Way: Calendar of Events, June-Oct.

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Sandy Hook Beach Concerts

FREE Concerts on Wednesday nights, 6:00 p.m. Beach E June 18       After The Reign (Country) June 25       The Carl Gentry Band (Classic Rock) July 2          British Invasion Tribute (Beatles Tribute) July 9          Brian Kirk & The Jirks (Party Rock) July 16        Tim McLoone & the Shirleys (Americana) July 23        Rip Tide/ The Haven (Rock & […]

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Sayreville Community Events

Independence Day Celebration – June 28 at 4 p.m.  Kennedy Park. Live Entertainment, Children’s Games, International Food Court, children’s rides. Culminating the day’s events, a speculator Fireworks Display starts approximately 9:30 p.m. Rain date: June 29. Blast from the Past Classic Car Show & Concert – Sept. 13, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. – Food […]

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Local Band Thursday

Woodbridge bands take the stage at Parker Press Park, 400 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge FREE Parking at NJT Parking Lot Live entertainment, featuring LOCAL bands and musicians SHOW TIME at 7:30 p.m. FREE ADMISSION* (*With a Donation of Non-Perishable Food Items for “We Feed Woodbridge Food Bank”) Beer & Wine for sale by Riffy’s June 19 […]

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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.
FOR ALL EMERGENCIES, DIAL: 9-1-1
FOR ALL NON-EMERGENCIES, DIAL: 732-442-4400