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SUV Tax Facts

By  Tom M. Ploskanka— As you have probably heard, businesses can claim substantial deductions for heavy (over 6,000 pounds gross vehicle weight) SUVs, trucks, and vans used primarily

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Remembering Bob Fishkin

By Ron Miskoff— It was with deep sadness that I read the obituary of Robert Fishkin, the longtime owner of the former Fishkin’s store on Madison Avenue.

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$200 Washer and Dryer Installation Questioned in South Amboy

By Joseph L. Kuchie— SOUTH AMBOY — A questionable payment in the South Amboy bill list raised questions during last Wednesday’s council meeting.

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Perth Amboy Mayor Candidates Debate at High School

By Joseph L. Kuchie— PERTH AMBOY — In front of a large crowd inside the Perth Amboy High School auditorium, the city’s six candidates for Mayor faced off in another high-energy debate last Thursday.

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Scottish Perth Amboy

At the last MoPA meeting, the subject of the ethnic flags came up. Since MoPA as an organization will not be purchasing, nor could we afford to, any of the flagpoles and flags for the International Park, we have approached the various groups who wish to be represented to supply their own. The response has […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Disappointing Endorsement

It is extremely disappointing that Assemblyman John Wisniewski has endorsed Perth Amboy mayoral candidate Billy Delgado. Although Delgado claims political operative James Devine is no longer on his payroll, he is clearly still working for Billy and BOE candidates Samuel Lebreault and Obdulia Gonzales as evidenced by the large amount of ad space their campaigns […]

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Single Stream Recycling New Recycling Contract

Press Release 10/24/12 PERTH AMBOY — Mayor Wilda Diaz and the Department of Public Works (DPW) announce to residents the change from dual stream to single stream recycling, effective Wednesday, November 7, 2012.

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Bait Shop Report

By Eddy Gonzalez— PERTH AMBOY — What a season of fishing arguably the best in years. Well guys and gals oh yes gals! this season the women are out there pole in hand catching fish more than I’ve ever seen in the past. How great would it be to have a all woman bluefish and […]

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Press Conference for Frank Salado – Los Palamos

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New Jersey Teacher of the Year Creates ‘Family Atmosphere’ in Class

Perth Amboy elementary teacher Lauren Marrocco recognized for 2012-13—

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Twelve Raritan Bay Medical Center Physicians Named ‘Top Doctors’

PERTH AMBOY- Twelve Raritan Bay Medical Center physicians were named to Inside Jersey magazine’s Top Doctors of New Jersey list in the October issue. The physicians represent a full range of specialties and maintain privileges at the medical center’s Old Bridge or Perth Amboy locations. They include Dennis Blondo, MD, Ophthalmology; Kumar Dasmahapatra, MD, General […]

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Mission Statements: Vote For Vision, Billy Delgado, Ana Mascenik, Jose Santos

Billy Delgado is the quintessential American Story. Born in Puerto Rico, he moved into New Jersey with his parents in order to make a better life. The family scraped by on limited resources with the goal of securing an education to make a contribution to society. Billy worked at odd jobs and later attended SUNY […]

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Mission Statements: Perth Amboy Mayoral Candidate Miguel Morales

If you’re concerned about corruption and the right person to vote for during this election, then I am your choice. I am not your “typical politician”. In fact, I am NOT a politician. I am the normal, average, hardworking family man who truly has a vested interest in the city where I was born and […]

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Mission Statements: Council Candidate James F. Aleck

James F. Aleck is running as an independent for City Council.

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Mission Statements: Perth Amboy Mayoral Candidate Frank Salado

Hi, I’m Frank Salado a Real Democrat mayoral candidate for this upcoming election. For 20 years I have been a business owner and a community activist in Perth Amboy. I understand the local problems, know the local people. Perth Amboy deserves better: Fix our Educational System, by bringing back control to the residents of Perth […]

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Mission Statements: United For Perth Amboy

Wilda Diaz:    Running for re-election to second term as mayor, Wilda Diaz worked her way up from a bank teller to assistant vice president at Banco Popular. With a background in finance, she has been able to stabilize Perth Amboy’s fiscal outlook while reducing the city’s debt and attracting new businesses. Chaired the Board […]

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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