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Women’s Art Opening Reception

PERTH AMBOY – A three-part traveling exhibit which began in Newark will be shown at the Perth Amboy Gallery Center for the Arts, 339 Reade Street. Exhibit runs from April 2-6. Opening reception is on April 2 from 6-8 p.m. Call 732-826-1690, ext. 4325 for more information.

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Gift Auction, Mar. 21

PERTH AMBOY – Gift Auction sponsored By St. James Amez Church Saturday, March 21, at Jankowski Community Center, 1 Olive Street, Perth Amboy, NJ. Doors Open At 12:00 Noon – Admission: $8.00. Refreshments Available! No one under 18 permitted. For more information call 732-324-0563

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South Amboy Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, Mar. 22

SOUTH AMBOY – The South Amboy St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 22 stepping off at 1:30 p.m. There will be many bagpipe bands, marching bands, civic and non-profit organizations showing their support for the City and the Irish. All are welcome. Absolutely no open containers and or consumptions of alcohol […]

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Balut Asking Council to Look Into the Anti-Corruption Act

PERTH AMBOY – At the 2/25/15 Council Meeting, former Council President Kenneth Balut handed a printout of a story highlighting Ewing as a second New Jersey town to pass an Anti-Corruption Act Resolution. In the past, Balut has been concerned about political contributions to candidates from developers and contractors. He targeted firms that may be […]

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South Amboy Bookmark Design Contest Entries Due by March 31st

SOUTH AMBOY – In celebration of National Library Week the Friends of the Dowdell Library and the Sadie Pope Dowdell Library are sponsoring a “Bookmark Design Contest.” South Amboy children between grades 1 & 8 are invited to create their own bookmark design celebrating your library.  Bookmark Contest winners will be announced on April 12, […]

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Military Timeline, Mar. 22

PERTH AMBOY – There will be a Military Timeline held at the Proprietary House, 149 Kearny Ave., Perth Amboy on Sunday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is an exposition of various eras in military history which will be represented by re-enactors and exhibits of artifacts of their respective times.  Come see […]

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Fish & Chicken Fry, Mar. 21

PERTH AMBOY – St. Peter’s Episcopal church is having a Fish Fry on Saturday, March 21 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.  at our Parish House, 183 Rector Street, Perth Amboy. Tickets are $15 pp. Includes Fish & Chips, tartar sauce, coleslaw, soft drinks, cake and coffee. For tickets call the parish office at 732-826-1594. […]

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Easter Bunny Breakfast , Mar. 29

SOUTH AMBOY – South Amboy Knights of Columbus Council 426 are holding their annual Breakfast With The Easter Bunny, Sunday, March 29 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at 308 Fourth St., South Amboy. Bring your camera to get photos with the Easter Bunny. An Easter egg hunt will also be held. Cost is $7 […]

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Indoor Flea Market, Apr. 11

PERTH AMBOY – The Fellowship Circle of Magyar (Hungarian) Reformed Church is having a Flea Market/Yard Sale on Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hungarian Reformed Church Center, 347 Kirkland Pl, Perth Amboy. Entrance to hall is on Fayette Street. 1 Table is $20, 2 Tables are $30; 3 Tables […]

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Atlantic City Bus Trip, April 19

PERTH AMBOY – Bus Trip to Resorts Casino on Sunday, April 19 Sponsored by the Fellowship Circle of the Hungarian Reformed Church, 331 Kirkland Place, Perth Amboy. Bus leaves the church at 12 noon – 6 hour stay at Casino from when we arrive in AC. Cost: $27 pp. Return of $25 in slot play. […]

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Bingo for Bags, Apr. 24

PERTH AMBOY–There will be a “Bingo for Designer Bags” sponsored by St. John Paul II Parish on Friday, April 24, 2015 at St. Stephen’s School Auditorium at 500 State Street. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Games start at 7:30 p.m. The cost of $30 per ticket includes 12 games, dessert, and coffee. Outside food is […]

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State Grant Issued For Post Sandy Study To Be Incorporated in City’s Master Plan

PERTH AMBOY – R-104-2/15 Accepting a Post Sandy Planning Assistance Grant from the NJ Department of Community Affairs in the amount of $50,000 under the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Funding Program for a Circulation Element Update. The following was downloaded from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs: Circulation Element of the Master […]

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Free Courses for the Community

Family Success Centers (FSC) are community-based, family centered neighborhood gathering places where any resident of Middlesex County can go for support, information, and services—with parent leadership at its center. The purpose of the FSC is to enrich the lives of children and adults by making families and neighborhoods stronger. All services are free and confidential. […]

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Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library Meeting, Mar. 18

PERTH AMBOY – The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library will be meeting on Wednesday, March  18 at 7 p.m. at the Kearny Cottage, 63 Catalpa Ave., Perth Amboy. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more info call 732-797-8074.

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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, Mar. 14

PERTH AMBOY–On March 14, there will be a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration sponsored by St. John Paul II Parish.  It begins with Mass at Noon at St. Mary’ Church at 104 Center Street followed by a luncheon at St. Stephen’s Church Auditorium at 500 State Street. Traditional Corned Beef & Cabbage or Chicken & Pasta […]

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Dominican Flag Raising Perth Amboy 2/27/15

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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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