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2013-2014 Teachers of the Year

PERTH AMBOY – (L to R) 2013-2014 Teachers of the Year: Jamie Blockus – Samuel Shull School, Luis Mendez, Robert N. Wilentz School, Merita Euell, Anthony V. Ceres School, Donna Green, Ignacio Cruz Early Childhood Center, Frank Torres, Perth Amboy High School, Lindsey Tisch, William C. McGinnis School, Elizabeth Reyes, School Seven, Krista Poltrictzky, Edward […]

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27th Annual Roberto Clemente Gala, Renaissance Hotel, Woodbridge 10/11/13

*Photos by Paul W. Wang

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Italian Sausage Sale

PERTH AMBOY – The Holy Name Society of Most Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Holy Trinity Worship Site,Lawrie and Johnston Sts., Perth Amboy, will hold an Italian sausage, with sauerkraut, sandwich sale in the church hall at 6 p.m., Sat., Oct. 26. Tickets, $8 each, include sandwich, dessert and beverage. Take-outs will be available. For […]

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Charity Basketball Game

SOUTH AMBOY – On December 21, 2013 the Friends of South Amboy will be sponsoring a night of charity basketball and a dinner buffet to benefit Samantha Carey and Kaitlyn Kehoe, two local children who have been diagnosed with cancer. The basketball games will feature teams from Cardinal McCarrick and South Amboy high schools. The […]

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Polish Flag Raising

PERTH AMBOY – Sunday Oct 13, Polish Flag Raising with As- semblyman John Wisniewski, John Klein of the ZPA and Students from the Polish school.  *Photos by Eric Salvary & Submitted

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Tricky Tray Dinner/Dance

SOUTH AMBOY – Cardinal McCarrick/St. Mary’s High School Cheerleading Team is hosting a Tricky Tray Dinner/Dance on November 15, 2013 from 7 p.m.-11 p.m. at the Ria Mar Restaurant and Bar 25 Whitehead Avenue, South River NJ. Cost is $35.00 for dinner, dessert, soda, coffee and tea, or $45.00 which includes dinner, dessert, soda, coffee, […]

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Candidates’ Night for Board of Education

News Release PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy Federation/ AFT Local 857 is hosting a Candidates’ Night for those seeking election to the Perth Amboy Board of Education. The forum will be held on Monday, October 28, 2013, beginning at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at PAHS, Eagle Avenue. Moderated by a representative from the […]

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South Amboy Elks #784 3rd Annual Hog Roast

SOUTH AMBOY – The South Amboy Elks #784 Motorcycle Club (M.C.) enjoyed a hugely successful third annual “Hog Roast” event on September 15th. The proceeds of this event was to fund the various charities the Club supports.

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First Annual Duck Race

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy First Annual Duck Race is an inaugural event designed to create awareness, strengthen and support of the Perth Amboy community. The Duck Race, originally scheduled for October, has been rescheduled to Sunday, December 8, as part of the Holiday Parade Celebration at City Hall.

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Catholic Charities Hurricane Sandy Recovery Assistance

Thinking of You – PERTH AMBOY – As the one year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy approaches, you are not alone. We are still here to assist in your recovery and help you get back on track. Join us to learn ways to address the anniversary and how to understand and cope with the reactions you […]

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PAHS Class of 1958 Reunion

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy High School Class of 1958 will be holding its 55th class reunion on November 2, 2013 at the ZPA Lounge and Banquet Hall, 251 Grace Street Perth Amboy from 6 p.m. to 12 midnight. The cost is $65 per person for a buffet dinner, champagne toast, live music and […]

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South Amboy Elks Hold Fundraiser For Local Resident With Type 1 Diabetes – Oct. 19

SOUTH AMBOY – South Amboy Elks Lodge #784 is hosting a benefit on October 19, at the lodge located at 601 Washington Avenue, South Amboy for local resident Ed Medvar. Ed was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes when he was only 4 years old. Through the years he has had complications from the disease and he […]

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Domestic Violence Awareness Forum & Workshops – Oct 19

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy Domestic Violence Response Team Invites you to their 1st Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Forum & Workshops, at First Presbyterian Church of Perth Amboy, 250 High Street, corner of High & Market St. Saturday, October 19, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Friends of the Library Meeting — Perth Amboy, Nov 6

PERTH AMBOY – The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library will be having an open meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. The speaker will be Chief Literacy Officer, Perth Amboy Schools, Damian Medina.

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Annual Tea – Oct. 20

SOUTH AMBOY – Golden Rule Christian Center of Trinity Methodist Church, 815 Bordentown Ave., is holding its 5th Annual Tea on Sunday, October 20th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $15 pp. and reservations are suggested. The tea includes a special program, tea sandwiches, home desserts and sweets, and of course, tea. For […]

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Annual Halloween Parade

SOUTH AMBOY – The City of South Amboy Annual Halloween Parade will take place on Sunday, October 27 at 1 p.m. with a step-off at Progressive Fire House on Bordentown Ave. Line up begins at 12 noon. Tricks and Treats for all Ghouls, Goblins and Characters! Brought to you by the City of South Amboy […]

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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