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5/27/15 Caucus & Council

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Garbage, Litter Discussed in South Amboy

By: Joseph L. Kuchie SOUTH AMBOY – Litter problems and the amended garbage ordinance were both discussed at last Wednesday’s South Amboy city council meeting. Resident Michael Hegarty of 228 Augusta Street brought his concerns about the litter in town to the council during the meeting’s public session. He explained that people who purchase food […]

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Fernando Gonzalez In; Sergio Diaz Concedes

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The Grill: Tag Teams 5/11/15 Caucus Meeting & 5/13/15 Council Meeting

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Statements from Sergio Diaz and Fernando Gonzalez on the recent election

Return to main election story. Statement from Sergio Diaz  Regarding  May 12, 2015 Special Election: PERTH AMBOY – I would like to congratulate Fernando Gonzalez on a hard-fought campaign. Although the result is not what I would have hoped for, I am confident that we can now come together to work for the greater good […]

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Expert says PA schools are too ‘lecture-based’

By: Katherine Massopust PERTH AMBOY – Dr. Eric Milou from Rowan University, New Jersey gave a presentation at the 4/2/15 Board of Education Meeting.  He began by breaking the ice, “I’m a total geek. I had the honor of looking at your curriculum. It’s great, but curriculum is a living document. By that, I mean […]

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2015 Perth Amboy High School Hall of Fame

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It Doesn’t Pay to Find Out – 4/20/15 Caucus

PERTH AMBOY – With the additional monies that the City has to pay for the special election, Resident Alan Silber questioned why the election couldn’t be held the same day as the primary. “Did anyone petition the Judge to hold a special election later?” Mayor Diaz stated, “Superior Court Judge Currier decided on May 12th and suggested […]

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Perth Amboy Special Election May 12, 2015

Opinion: High, Low or the Middle of the Road

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Potential Expansion of St. Stephen’s Lodge Discussed in South Amboy

By: Joseph L. Kuchie SOUTH AMBOY – South Amboy’s city attorney received a request from St. Stephen’s Lodge to potentially expand their property. The lodge has asked the city to donate a 25×5 grassy area near their facility so they can add on to the back of their building. While the decision is up to […]

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Planning of Master Plan Questioned at Special Public Meeting, 4/30/15

PERTH AMBOY – The sole purpose of this meeting was to hold a Public Hearing on the 2015 Budget Amendments and possible adoption of the 2015 Budget as amended. All Council Members were present, along with Business Administrator Jillian Barrick, CFO Jill Goldy and City Clerk  Elaine Jasko. Resident and Planning Board Member Karen Kubulak […]

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Special Election Results – Update

The results for the Perth Amboy Special Election  for Tuesday, May 12, 2015 – City Council Final Seat

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The Citizens Campaign and Partners Host the Post Sandy Perth Amboy Conference on Earth Day Weekend

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Statement by Perth Amboy Republican Chair

PERTH AMBOY – “While I applaud all efforts to eliminate all types of Voter Fraud, as I believe we must protect the freedom citizens have to exercise their constitutional right to vote, and protect the privacy of their vote, I also find it is very critical to balance these safeguards and follow a process by […]

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Fire on State Street, Perth Amboy

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Break in the Ranks, Poll Clerks Want Answers

PERTH AMBOY – The Amboy Guardian has received phone calls from poll clerks who had been working the polls for decades. One of these poll clerks said they had received letters stating that they would no longer be able to work the polls, starting with the special election of 5/12/15. We were able to obtain […]

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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.
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