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South Amboy Police Department Advisory To Residents

News Release SOUTH AMBOY – There has been a recent increase in motor vehicle burglaries in our area. The South Amboy Police Department will not tolerate this type of activity and will increase patrols with both marked units and unmarked units. Almost all of the vehicles where entry was made were left unlocked, some containing […]

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Governor Christie Visits Sayreville on One Year Anniversary of Superstorm Sandy

Thanks Sayreville EMT’s, Police, Fire Depts., Volunteers & Residents SAYREVILLE – During Governor Christie’s speech on 10/29/13 he made it quite clear that he was on a mission and he would not abandon the residents until his mission is complete and the job is done.

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The HUBS Celebrate Their 75th Anniversary

By Joe Bayona On Saturday, Oct.12, the HUBS had their 75th anniversary dinner. The dinner was attended by the members and invited dignitaries. Some of the dignitaries included: Wilda Diaz, (Mayor of Perth Amboy), John E. McCormac,(Mayor of Woodbridge), and Assemblyman Craig J. Coughlin, all of whom presented club president, Neil Tuber, with official proclamations. Unlike […]

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Statement from Deputy Speaker John S.Wisniewski on the Passing of Phil Thigpen

News Release 10/29/13 SAYREVILLE – Deputy Speaker John S. Wisniewski (D-Middlesex) issued the following statement on the passing of Essex County Democratic Chairman Phil Thigpen. “It is with great sadness that I learned of the death of Phil Thigpen, Chairman of the Essex County Democratic Party. As the party’s state chairman I had the privilege […]

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Shades of Pink – 1st Annual Benefit Gala for Mary’s Place by the Sea- Seabra’s Armory 10/18/13

*Photos by Joe Bayona

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2013 Veterans Day Ceremony

Press Release PERTH AMBOY — Mayor Wilda Diaz and the City of Perth Amboy invite residents to honor and our American veterans who served our country during this year’s Veterans Day Ceremony to be held on Monday, November 11th. Mr. Ervin Machado who is a Perth Amboy resident and was a member of the Borinqueneers, […]

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One Year Anniversary of Superstorm Sandy – Perth Amboy 10/28/13

There was a One Year Anniversary of Superstorm Sandy Commemoration Prayer Vigil and Procession. Services began at Sadowski Parkway and High Street and from there the procession walked to the Harborside Marina. *Photos by Eric Salvary 

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Bring Smiles to U.S. Troops

News Release – October 26, 2013 NEW MADRID, MO – As we prepare for the upcoming Christmas mail campaign, Mail for Our Military would like to extend special thanks to the 4th Grade students at Perth Amboy Catholic School, who participated in the most recent campaign. Led by Miss Rita Novak, they were the top […]

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Domestic Violence Waterfront Vigil

*Photos by Joe Bayo

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Domestic Violence Workshop

*Photos by Joe Bayona PERTH AMBOY – The first annual workshop run by the DMVT was held at the First Presbyterian Church on Market Street. Besides speakers, there were also vendors who passed out literature to help recognize the signs of abuse.

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Domestic Violence Special Mass – The Cathedral International, Perth Amboy

 *Photos by Eric Salvory

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Rally to Raise Minimum Wage 10/31/13

PERTH AMBOY – There was a rally at City Hall Circle on October 31, 2013 to vote “yes” on Question 2 to raise the minimum wage. *Photos by Paul W. Wang

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VIDEO: Perth Amboy Candidates Forum

Candidates for Perth Amboy Board of Education hold a forum, moderated by the League of Women Voters. Video by Paul Wang.

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Making Sure that Quality of Water is Not Compromised

That is NOT Negotiable PERTH AMBOY – Dennis Doll and Rick Risoldi of Middlesex Water Company made their annual report to the Council at the October 21, 2013 Caucus Meeting. They focused mainly on the repairs made after the damage caused by Superstorm Sandy. Business Administrator Greg Fehrenbach said that the public/private partnership was established in 1998 […]

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Church Severely Damaged by Fire

PERTH AMBOY – SS. Cyril & Methodius National Catholic Church suffered extensive damage to the roof during a 3-alarm fire which occurred around 1 a.m. Monday, Oct. 28, 2013. The Church was 90 years old. *Photo by Katherine Massopust

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This Plan is A Lot Different

Delaney Homes Property PERTH AMBOY – October 21, 2013 – Ordinance #1 First Reading – An ordinance adopting amendments to the Focus 2000 Plan for redevelopment area 3 pursuant to the local redevelopment and housing law. Re: Delaney Homes – No public discussion. Business Administrator Greg Fehrenbach read a report from the Redevelopment Agency to […]

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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