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Neighborhood Business Meetings – Coney Island Restaurant, Smith St., Perth Amboy

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PDFNJ – Winner

 

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Pallone Announces Two Grants to Perth Amboy Organizations for Housing Counseling

Press Release 4/10/15 WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) today announced two grants through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Housing Counseling Program to help provide individuals and families with advice and information on housing issues.  The goal is to improve financial literacy, expand homeownership opportunities, prevent foreclosure, and improve […]

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2015 Municipal Budget Points of Interest

PERTH AMBOY – 4/20/15 Caucus – Former Councilman Kenneth Balut cautioned B.A. Jillian Barrick in how items are worded on the agenda. He questioned the numbers of personnel given in reference to the Police and Fire Departments. “Sometimes the wording on the agenda indicates that the numbers are increasing in these departments when in fact […]

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Is It High Time for High Street? Seeking Parking Permits or Meter Removals

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Enough is Enough?

PERTH AMBOY – Two residents appeared before the Council during the 4/6/15 Caucus Meeting. They wanted to know what steps they need to take to start another taxi business. They said, “The population has increased significantly since the limit on existing taxi services went into effect. Residents have told us that they wait a long […]

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Operation Jade Helm Look at this, the U.S. Military will be having drills from July 15 to Sept.15 of 2015. It’s called Operation Jade Helm 15 by Special Forces (SOCOM). It will be held at the southern states from midnight to 5:00 a.m. Very odd. Add get this Texas and Utah will be used as […]

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Sharon Hubberman running as GOP Freeholder Candidate

The Middlesex County Republican Organization have announced its Republican slate for the upcoming Middlesex County election. Alex Barletta of South Plainfield for Middlesex County Clerk, Jose Alonso of Edison and Sharon Hubberman of Perth Amboy for the two Middlesex County Freeholder seats. Each of the candidates were unanimously supported at the Middlesex County Republican Convention […]

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C-Town Fire Main Topic at South Amboy Council Meeting

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Goodbye to Guggies

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Before & After Cleanup – Hall & Atlantic

*Photos by Joe Bayona

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C-Town Fire, 4/13/15

SOUTH AMBOY – The fire which engulfed the C-Town grocery on Monday, April 13, is the second fire at the store this year. The first took place in January.  

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Court Drama Continues, April 6th & 8th Caucus & Council Meetings

Special Election Causes Budget Glitchal Election Causes Budget Glitch – PERTH AMBOY – The 2015 Budget discussion was a topic on the 4/6/15 Caucus Agenda.

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Mayor Fred Henry Delivers South Amboy State of the City, 4/9/15

By Katherine Massopust and Carolyn Maxwell SOUTH AMBOY – Mayor Henry gave his State of the city Address at the Hoffman Community Center. Business Administrator Camille Tooker thanked everyone in attendance before introducing Mayor Fred Henry. “Mayor Henry’s father was a Councilman. Mayor Henry continues in his family tradition of service to the community. He […]

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Statement by Councilman Fernando Irizarry

PERTH AMBOY – Madam President and fellow council members I am going to take some time to respond to accusations and comments that have been against me in this council chamber. I apologize to you and the public for taking the time but enough is enough. Today, I am saying enough to the cynical and […]

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The Battle Continues: The Tale of the Tape

PERTH AMBOY – Mayor Diaz was not through with her dismay with what happened to cause a special election to be held on May 12. She made it clear at the 4/8/15 Council Meeting that there was no stone unturned. She played part of the audio where Judge Heidi Currier based her decision and called […]

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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