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Wilda Diaz to be Honored

Menendez to Honor Trailblazing Perth Amboy Mayor at 2018 Women’s History Month Celebration Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver to Deliver Keynote Address Press Release 3/13/18 NEWARK – On Sunday, March 18, 2018, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez was to host his Eighth Annual Women’s History Month event featuring the Evangelina Menendez Trailblazer Awards honoring six New Jersey […]

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VITA (United Way) Tax Assistance @ Dowdell Library

Press Release 2/5/18 SOUTH AMBOY – Need help preparing your taxes? Sign up NOW to reserve one of the limited spaces provided by VITA (United Way). VITA free tax preparation assistance for individuals earning less than $64,000 per year is available on the following dates. To register: 732-721-6060 or comments@dowdell.org Wednesday, March 21 from 10 […]

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‘Tooling Around [Woodbridge] Township’ Seeks Volunteers

Mayor John E. McCormac WOODBRIDGE – Tooling Around the Township is a program that organizes teams of local community volunteers to make repairs to the homes of senior citizens, disabled, and low-income residents unable to do so themselves or residents presently facing a financial hardship. You and/or organization or business can play an important role […]

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SkillUp, Middlesex

MIDDLESEX COUNTY – County offering over 4,500 Courses Through Free Online Learning Platform. Enhance skills and obtain industry recognized credentials by taking online courses developed by Skillsoft, a training provider used by Fortune-500 companies. Transportation/Logistics, Business Etiquette, QuickBooks, Project Management/Microsoft Office, Adobe, Accounting, Human Resources, Six Sigma, Informational Technology, Sales/Marketing, Custom Service, + 100’s More! […]

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Tom’s Tax Tips

New Tax Legislation  Requires Planning Courtesy of Tom Ploskanka C.P.A. Though many taxpayers appreciate the income tax cuts in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) passed late last year, others are skeptical that it will simplify their tax planning. With every simplification, there are many more tax issues that still require planning to realize […]

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At Alameda Center: Introducing Cardiac Rehabilitation That Speaks The Language of Your Heart

Press Release 3/13/18 PERTH AMBOY – Alameda Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare, a foremost provider of subacute rehabilitation and skilled nursing care in Perth Amboy, is proud to introduce a novel Specialized Cardiac Rehabilitation program that utilizes the most advanced technology and strong rehabilitation techniques, and is focused on helping patients recover quickly, return home […]

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Blood donors urged to help restock Red Cross shelves amid severe winter storms

PRESS RELEASE: March 21, 2018 PRINCETON — Though spring has officially arrived, the American Red Cross blood supply is still recovering from severe winter storms in March. Donors of all blood types are urged to roll up a sleeve and help save lives. Winter weather in parts of the country forced more than 270 blood […]

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Amboy Bank Hosts NJ Senior Property-Tax-Freeze Workshops

Press Release OLD BRIDGE – As part of an ongoing commitment to assisting their communities, Amboy Bank has implemented a series of workshops to assist seniors applying for a New Jersey Senior Property Tax Freeze reimbursement. The Senior Tax Freeze program reimburses senior citizens for property tax increases. Amboy Bank has taken the initiative to […]

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Army Recruiting and Skills USA Host MRE Challenge

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Winter Storm Warning. Code Blue shelter open Wednesday, March 21

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Coughlin Bill Clears Panel; Would Combat Surprise Out-of-Network Medical Bills

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Fire Safety Initiative, Perth Amboy

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New!!! Extended Hours at the Department of Code Enforcement, starting April 5

Press Release 3/11/18 PERTH AMBOY, NJ— Mayor Wilda Diaz is pleased to announce new evening hours being offered at the Department of Code Enforcement. Effective Thursday, April 5, 2018 through October 25, 2018, the Department of Code Enforcement will be extending its usual (9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) Thursday operating hours to better serve the public. The […]

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Tom’s Tax Tips

Answers to Commonly Asked Tax Questions Courtesy of Tom Ploskanka C.P.A. With all the headlines about the changes to tax law, you probably have lots of questions. Here are answers to some of the most common questions taxpayers have this year: Q. I’m hearing about a lot of changes to 2018 taxes. What should I do? […]

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Sweeney-Vitale Bill To Prevent Permanent Homelessness Gains Committee Approval

Legislation Would Replace Temporary Programs for  Chronically Ill & Disabled Press Release 3/5/18 Trenton – Legislation authored by Senate President Steve Sweeney and Senator Joe Vitale that would respond to crisis situations that threaten some of the neediest residents of New Jersey with homelessness was approved by a Senate committee recently. The bill, S-866, would […]

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Dowdell Library’s 104th Anniversary!

Press Release 3/5/18 SOUTH AMBOY – Celebrate the Dowdell Library’s 104th year of serving the community with services such as Internet and Wireless access, Digital Historical Newspapers, Free Downloadable Media (eBooks, Magazines, Music & Movies), Print Bestsellers and Great Programs for all ages! Stop by this March for Free Tax Assistance, Maker’s Day, Creating an […]

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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