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Public Works Takes Heat

PERTH AMBOY — At the Caucus Meeting, The BID representatives Barry Rosengarten and Virginia Lugo made a presentation of a proposed planter program on Smith Street. Rosengarten said, “The planters (on the ground) would enhance the appearance of the business district and we have the money saved for this program and we are willing to […]

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AMBOY SPOTLIGHT: Dependable Sewer Service

By Eric Savory— PERTH AMBOY — Eddie Cardona has been a resident of Perth Amboy for over 40 years.

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Another Dangerous Street

PERTH AMBOY — A resident of Bruck Avenue who is also a father of three small children appear before the Council at the 4/10/13 meeting.

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Giving the Council Free Reign

PERTH AMBOY  — At the March 27, 2013, local Resident Alan Silber stated that, “Say what want about Joe Vas, but he always was at the City Council Meetings.”

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Three Arrested in Burglary of Fire Scene

PERTH AMBOY — On Tuesday April 2, 2013, at 1:17 am police were dispatched to the fire scene at 694 West Side Ave. on a report of a burglary in progress. When police arrived they were met the victim who found three people in his residences.

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Business Concerns in the Business District

Aviles Defends Businesses

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Proprietary House Open April 14, 2013

PERTH AMBOY — The Proprietary House Association is pleased to announce that it will be launching its new “Tours & Tea” programs.

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The Raritan Bay Area YMCA And The Puerto Rican Association For Human Development, Inc. (PRAHD) Joining Forces

Summer Fun For Everyone

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Northfield Bank Foundation Check Presentation to PRAHD

PERTH AMBOY — The Northfield Bank Foundation presented PRAHD with a $15,000 contribution for PRAHD’s Multi Service Program. This is a new funder for PRAHD! Pictured are Diane Senerchia, Northfield Bank Foundation Executive Director, Angie Tsirkas, Northfield Bank Vice President, Juan Carlos Nordelo, Program Development Specialist with PRAHD and Yvonne Lopez, Executive Director/CEO of PRAHD.

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Attempt to ID and Locate

NEW JERSEY — Subject is impersonating an individual whose identification and personal documents were stolen during a residential burglary in Sayreville on February 7, 2013.

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Vacancy Filled on Zoning Board of Adjustment

PERTH AMBOY — Two candidates interviewed for a vacancy on the Board of Adjustment at the March 25, 2013 Caucus Meeting.

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Provident Bank Foundation Supports Puerto Rican Association for Human Development

PERTH AMBOY – The Provident Bank Foundation recently donated $5,000 to The Puerto Rican Association for Human Development, Inc. (PRAHD) – a United States Department of Housing and Urban Development-certified, comprehensive social services agency, which operates 13 programs offering multiple services for more than 17,000 clients annually throughout Middlesex and Union counties. The grant will […]

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A Community Leader: Edison Jaquez

PERTH AMBOY — What happens when passion and purpose unite for a cause?

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Grand Opening Amboy Asian Cafe — Perth Amboy

PERTH AMBOY — The Amboy Asian Cafe located at 271 King St. Perth Amboy opened up last Thursday, April 4.

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National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System

NEW JERSEY — The Community Rating System is a program for communities to lower the cost of flood insurance premiums paid for property owners

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New Jersey Recovery From Hurricane Sandy: By The Numbers

TRENTON – Disaster assistance to New Jersey survivors of Hurricane Sandy by the numbers as of April 1:

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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