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PERTH AMBOY — Volunteer Firefighters Needed

The Perth Amboy Fire Department: Volunteer Division needs members.  Accepting men and women ages 18 years or older.  Volunteers must be a Perth Amboy resident.  For more information please contact 732-442-3430.

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Annual Fish & Chicken Fry Dinner— March 21

PERTH AMBOY – The Holy Spirit Rosary Altar Society  is holding their annual fish & Chicken Fry Dinner on Wednesday, March 21 at the Holy Spirit Church Basement on Hazel and Brace Ave., Perth Amboy. Back by popular demand from our previous years Thistle Catering. Take out time: 4:30 p.m.  Open for enjoyment of dinner […]

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St. Patrick’s Story Time — March 16

SEWAREN – St. Pat’s Story Time will take place at the Sewaren Public Library, 546 West Ave., Sewaren from on Friday, March 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy games, crafts, story & snack. Ages 2 to 9 appropriate. Families from all towns welcome. Registration required. 732-634-7571.

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Gift Auction

PERTH AMBOY – The Annual Gift Auction sponsored by St. Ann’s Society will be held at Assumption Catholic School auditorium on Sunday, March 4. The auditorium It is located at the corner of Jacques and Meredith Streets on the block between the Samuel E. Shull School and Perth Amboy High School.  The doors will open […]

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Taxes Done for FREE!

Save Money This Tax Season Get your PERTH AMBOY  – Avoid using a paid tax preparer and save up to $300. If you made less than $60,000 in 2011, you can get your taxes done for free by IRS-certified volunteers at locations through¬out the community.   The free tax sites also help eligible taxpayers claim important […]

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Kielbasa Sandwich Sale – March 6

PERTH AMBOY – A Kielbasa (Kolbas) Sandwich Sale with homemade sauerkraut is being held at Holy Trinity Church on the corner of Lawrie and Johnstone Streets in Perth Amboy on Saturday, March 10 at 6 p.m. in the Church Hall. Tickets are $8 and all tickets are sold at the door. Takeouts are also available […]

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Kid’s Bingo—May 4

SEWAREN -The Sewaren Free Public Library welcomes kids in grades K-5 and their accompanying adults & siblings for a fun night of BINGO!  This event will be on the 1st Friday of every month at 7 p.m. from October through May.  The remaining dates are: 4/6 & 5/4. Come one, come all, but sign up […]

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Ghost Tours at the Proprietary House – March 9

PERTH AMBOY – The Proprietary House Museum announces that it will have a Ghost Tour on-site with renowned Psychic Jane Doherty, located at 149 Kearny Avenue, Perth Amboy. The Proprietary House is the only official Royal Governor’s residence still standing from the thirteen Colonies. Jane Doherty, a widely acclaimed psychic for over 20 years, is […]

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“Hiring Our Heroes” Employment Fair Scheduled for March 9 in Iselin

TRENTON – The American Legion has joined forces with the U.S. and N.J. Chambers of Commerce in support of the Hiring Our Heroes program, a nationwide effort, blossoming here in New Jersey, to help veterans and military spouses find meaningful employment. Veterans and their spouses are encouraged to take advantage of the Hiring Our Heroes […]

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Massage for Couples Classes

PERTH AMBOY – Raritan Bay Medical Center’s Division of Integrative Medicine is offering a Massage for Couples Tuesday, March 13 and Wednesday, March 14, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Raritan Bay Area YMCA, 365 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy. Participants will learn massage techniques to relax, decrease their stress level and improve their […]

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Medieval Castles Lecture—February 29

WOODBRIDGE – There will be a lecture: “Medieval Castles of England and Wales “ given by Ian C. Burrow Ph.D. RPA.   An introduction to castles as represented by the many surviving examples in England and Wales.  A chronological survey emphasizing changes through time, and what to look for when visiting a castle. Wednesday Evening February […]

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Songwriting Class — March 10

WOODBRIDGE –  There will be a songwriting class in the Barron Art’s Center, Rahway Ave., Woodbridge taught by Veteran Music Instructor and Recording Artist Jeff Saxon. The Class starts on Saturday, March 10 and will run for 6 consecutive Saturday afternoons. The class is appropriate for songwriters of all levels as well as those who […]

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Vatican Replica Shroud of Turin Exhibit

PERTH AMBOY – During the first 2 weeks of Great Lent, Assumption Ukrainian Catholic Church, 684 Alta Vista Place will host an exhibition of an authentic replica of The Shroud of Turin. This is the 9th replica of the Turin Shroud sanctioned by the Vatican. The exhibit will be from Saturday, February 18 (after 5 […]

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Royal Garden Club March Meeting

PERTH AMBOY – There will be a Royal Garden Club Meeting with Guest Lecturer Pat Tratebas, Landscape Designer on Wed., March 7 at 7:30 pm at St. Peter’s Rectory, 183 Rector St., Perth Amboy NJ 08861. The topic will be Historic Gardens and Heirloom Plants. Donation are Appreciated. For more info visit the site of […]

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Housing Assistance Program in Perth Amboy

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Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Party— March 10

SEWAREN – Come celebrate Dr. Seuss’s Birthday at the Sewaren Free Public Library on Sat. March 10 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. There will be snacks, games activities & a chance to meet the Cat in the Hat! The event is free but sign-up is required. Please call 732-634-7571 or stop by the Sewaren […]

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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