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Are 90 Chaplains Necessary?

Mayor Defends Amount of Police Chaplains- Deems They are all Needed PERTH AMBOY – Resident Alan Silber couldn’t understand why so many Police Chaplains are necessary. He stated that 34 of the 90 Chaplains don’t live in Perth Amboy. “Some live in Pennsylvania and one lives in Staten Island. They are from many different religious […]

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Pupek Road to Receive Improvements in South Amboy

By Joseph L. Kuchie – SOUTH AMBOY – A resolution awarding a contract for Pupek Road improvements was part of the consent agenda at last week’s South Amboy council meeting. The city will begin improvements on Pupek, thanks to a Department of Transportation (DOT) grant as well as city contributions.

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Mayor Henry Relocates Seniors Back to South Stevens Avenue

By Beverly Samuelson & Carolyn Maxwell – SOUTH AMBOY – A recent false alarm at the Y prompted Mayor Fred Henry to move the Seniors back to their old location on Stevens Avenue.

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Sayreville Councilwoman Switches Parties; to Run as a Republican for Re-Election in November

Councilwoman Lisa Eicher to Run with Pat Lembo for Borough Council Seats – News Release – July 3, 2014 – SAYREVILLE – The Sayreville Republican Organization has unanimously selected its candidates for two three-year terms to the Democratic-controlled Borough Council. Councilwoman Lisa Eicher, who is completing her second term on the Borough Council as a […]

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PHOTO GALLERY: Declaration of Independence Reading & Fireworks – 7/4/14

PERTH AMBOY –  In spite of the overcast day, July 4th turned out to be spectacular.

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PHOTO GALLERY: Celebrate the Amboys Fireworks: South Amboy, 7/4/14

* Photos by Aaron Beers

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The 300th Anniversary of Perth Amboy City Hall, 1714-2014

      * Historical facts and pictures courtesy of John Kerry Dyke

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PHOTO GALLERY: Andes Festival – 6/21/14

*Photos by Bob Ned

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Pallone Calls on Governor Christie to Speed Up Food Aid Application Processing in New Jersey

USDA Issues Warning Letter Regarding State’s Poor Performance News Release 7/8/14 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) sent a letter to Governor Chris Christie urging his administration to take substantial steps in order to improve access to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in the State of New Jersey.  This comes […]

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Faith Leaders Host Forum on Financial Wellness, July 28

Free Financial Wellness Forum Addresses Financial Needs Of  Congregations and Communities. Presented by Dr. Deforest B. Soaries, Jr. News Release – PERTH AMBOY – “Faith, Finance and Freedom” is the topic of discussion at the Forum on Financial Wellness on Monday, July 28, 2014, 6:30pm until 8:30pm at the Donald Hilliard, Jr. Community Affairs Complex, […]

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First Lady Mary Pat Christie Launches Scholarship For Military Service Members

Ten scholarships to be awarded to support post-secondary education goals. Application deadline is Friday, August 1, 2014. News Release 6/20/14 – TRENTON – Continuing the Christie Administration’s strong commitment to military members and veterans, First Lady Mary Pat Christie today announced New Jersey Heroes third annual Heart of a HeroScholarship. The program helps military service […]

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Pallone Statement on Dept. of Interior Proposal for Offshore Wind Energy Development in NJ

News Release 7/17/14 – WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Frank Pallone issued the following statement today in response to the Department of the Interior’s announcement of the proposed lease sale for nearly 344,000 acres off of the New Jersey coast for commercial wind energy development. Pallone, a long-time proponent of wind energy, keynoted the Energy Ocean conference in […]

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McCormac Issues Proclamation for Woodbridge Resident’s 100th Birthday

WOODBRIDGE – Anna Krentar, a resident at St. Joseph’s Assisted Living in Woodbridge, celebrated her 100th Birthday with family and friends on Thursday, July 10. Woodbridge Mayor McCormac issued a proclamation to honor Anna.

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Kickoff 2014 Summer Concert Series – South Amboy

SOUTH AMBOY – First concert at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park featuring Sandy Sasso’s Swingin’ Big Band.  Due to the bad weather the concert was held at South Amboy High School. *Photo by Aaron Beers

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At Council Meeting, Residents Not Happy

PERTH AMBOY – Quality of Life issues came to the forefront at the 7/9/14 Council Meeting. Most of the residents who spoke were not happy with Code Enforcement or the lack there of. A resident of Sherman Street was not happy with the neglected empty lots on Patterson Street. “The City broke ground and there […]

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Perth Amboy Caucus Meetings: Rodgers Group Training Program questioned

PERTH AMBOY – Resolution R-324-6/14 Accepting the proposal of and awarding a contract to the Rodgers Group, LLC for accreditation/recertification in an amount not to exceed $39,000. Lieutenant Denise Sosulski gave  a presentation spoke at the 6/23/14 Caucus Meeting to answer any questions about the Rodgers Group Training Program. This program has been criticized by […]

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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
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