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World War II — 75 Years Ago

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Dedication of Eagle 9 Plaque, Elm Street, Perth Amboy, 6/15/21

*Photos by Katherine Massopust

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History of the Eagle 9 by Fire Department Historian John Leo Fedorka

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy Fire Department has a long, rich and storied history which dates back to its start in 1881. Initially, the first company operated out of City Hall until the original firehouse was built on State Street in 1882. That firehouse was in the area where the sundial was back in […]

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Remarks by City Historian John K. Dyke at the 6/19/21 Juneteenth Flag Raising

For more photos from the Junteenth celebration, click here. PERTH AMBOY – Thank you to Anna Daily, Jeanette Wilson & all of the organizers & friends. Today we are all very excited as this is Perth Amboy’s first official celebration of Juneteenth. Some may ask, what has Juneteenth to do with New Jersey or with […]

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World War II – 75 Years Ago

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Juneteenth Flag Raising

PERTH AMBOY – There will be a Juneteenth flag raising ceremony at Perth Amboy, NJ City Hall Circle. Saturday, June 19, 2021, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. This event is hosted by the Friends of Perth Amboy Legacy and is a social distancing/mask wearing event. This event is in recognition of the fact that […]

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LOOKING BACK

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World War II — 75 Years Ago

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World War II — 75 Years Ago

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World War II — 75 Years Ago

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World War II — 75 Years Ago

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World War II — 75 Years Ago

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World War II — 75 Years Ago

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World War II — 75 Years Ago

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World War II — 75 Years Ago

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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
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