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COMMUNITY VOICE: Bullying in the Workplace

Most of us equate bullying with adolescents, schoolyard behavior, yet it frequently extends beyond those parameters. It happens out in the street where thugs roam freely intimidating others with real or perceived bodily harm. Sad to say that bullying also occurs in the workplace. Those in authority abuse their power creating a tenuous environment making […]

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COMMUNITY: Municipal Candidates

We have one candidate who has obvious ties to the disgraced Joe Vas, who has just established domicile and has no real grasp the issues concerning Perth Amboy.

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Vote NO on the Judicial Pay Amendment

The proposed state constitutional amendment that would allow a reduction in the salaries of judges during their term in office should be rejected. If their pensions are overly generous then the judiciary should have the same pension plans as the Legislature and Governor. Most states, like Pennsylvania and New York, elect all of their judges […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: What Unity? What Change?

As the election approaches, it’s only natural for Perth Amboy to reflect on the last four years.

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Elect the Delgado Team

There will soon be an election for mayor of the city of Perth Amboy. I believe that it is clear to many if not most of the people of Perth Amboy that things are not going well.

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COMMUNITY VOICE: The Happy Homes Shelter

PERTH AMBOY — Attn: If you have a love of animals and want a better quality of life for the cats and dogs

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Compassionate Council Needed

The Price of food goes up! Gasoline prices keep spiking! Property taxes keep rising!

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Transit Village or Transit Dump

These pictures taken by the freight tracks that cross Washington Street and by the commuter tracks that go underneath Washington Street. While Wilda fiddles with press releases, these photos depict our quality of life issues that the Mayor fails to appreciate or even recognize the significance and magnitude of the problem. The photos taken were […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: A Few Notes on the Upcoming Municipal Election

I have noticed a few candidates indicating they will hold the Board of Education and teachers accountable for Educational policies.

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EDITORIAL

1.) For Every Action there is a Reaction— 2.) Breaking the Glass Ceiling— 3.) There are Still Six Candidates

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Clearing the Fog

I haven’t engaged in any kind of political activity for quite a few years. But with large number of candidates running for office of Mayor, not to mention City Council, and the potential for great confusion on election day, when we also vote for President of the United States. I would like to clear some […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: The Economy

The economy, why it’s time to get up and vote,  I’m looking forward to it actually when I can.

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COMMUNITY VOICE: It Sure Does Get Confusing

Although Perth Amboy has non-partisan municipal elections, our candidates for the most part still register as belonging to a party.

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Two Important Dates

Two important dates are coming in the Veteran community, the first is September 20th, which is POW/MIA Remembrance Day. I guess the title is self explanatory, to remember all our Veterans from all our wars and conflicts who never returned home to their loved ones. They will forever be true American Heroes, please remember them […]

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Corrections and Reference

Correction PERTH AMBOY – In the 9/12/12 issue of the Amboy Guardian, the picture featuring Mayoral candidate Bob McCoy and New Jersey Congressman Bob Menendez should read New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez.   Correction SOUTH AMBOY – In the 9/5/12 issue of the Amboy Guardian, in the Zusette Dato Article Southgate Senior Center should read […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Love Our City

Is this the Business Administrator’s City? 

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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