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Software Upgrades, Repairs, Virtual Graduation

17 July 2020

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YMCA of MEWSA Receives Youth & Government Grant

17 July 2020

Press Release METUCHEN/EDISON/WOODBRIDGE/SOUTH AMBOY – The YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge & South Amboy received notification of a grant in the amount of $2,500 from the New Jersey State Bar Foundation to support the costs of launching their new teen initiative, the Youth and Government Program. The program will be offered at the Metuchen and […]

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Vas, Bermudez, Mota Ramirez announce candidacy for Mayor and Council

15 July 2020

“Together, Perth Amboy Can Do Better” Press Release 7/9/20 PERTH AMBOY, N.J. – Confirming longstanding speculation, Joseph B. Vas, lifelong son of Perth Amboy, announces that he will proudly seek the office of Mayor. He will be joined on his ticket for City Council by longtime residents Vanessa Bermudez and Angel Mota Ramirez in the […]

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Problems Persist: Contracts, Quality of Life & State of Emergency Measures

03 July 2020

6/24/20 Caucus & Council Meetings via Teleconference By: Carolyn Maxwell PERTH AMBOY – There was a brief discussion involving Ordinance No. 1 entitled “Administration of Government RE: Division of Engineering.” Council President Bill Petrick wanted to make sure that the applicant also must be a professional planner.  Business Administrator Frederick Carr assured Petrick that this […]

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EDITORIAL | Thank You Happy Independence Day!

03 July 2020

 

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VOTE BY-MAIL NOTICE | Perth Amboy Registered Democrats and Republicans

03 July 2020

To vote in the July 7, 2020 Primary Election you must vote on the Vote By Mail Ballot that you received from the Middlesex County Clerk. The prepaid postage ballot can be returned by mail, dropped off at the Middlesex County Board of Elections or to one of the secure drop box locations available throughout […]

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THE COMMUNITY VOICE | Letter to the Editor

03 July 2020

Freedom of Choice Happy 4th of July! The day we as Americans celebrate our independence by living with freedom and joy. I am very proud to live in this great land of ours. Is it perfect? No, but I make the best of it. Yes, many people come to America to have the opportunity what […]

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Council Debates Issue

03 July 2020

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City Launches Program to Help Businesses Reopen

03 July 2020

Perth Amboy’s Back to Business Program Helps Local Merchants Safely Reopen and Serve Customers City and BID Guide Small Businesses to Strike Balance between Reopening and Meeting Public Health Rules Press Release 6/29/20 PERTH AMBOY, N.J. – The City of Perth Amboy and its Business Improvement District (BID) have launched Back to Business, a multi-pronged […]

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Juneteenth Bill Unveiled

03 July 2020

Reynolds-Jackson, Holley & Wimberly Introduce Bill to Designate Juneteenth as a State & Public Holiday Press Release 6/24/20  TRENTON – As cities throughout the state move to recognize Juneteenth as a day of remembrance and reflection in their communities, Assembly Democrats Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, Jamel Holley, and Benjie Wimberly sponsor legislation to have the historical commemoration designated […]

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OBITUARY: Ronald A. Jobin May 4, 1937 – June 27, 2020

03 July 2020

PERTH AMBOY/TOMS RIVER – Ronald A. Jobin, 83, passed away peacefully at his home on June 27, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of nearly 59 years, Barbara (Wallace). Ron was the most incredible dad to Laura (Keith) Cornish, Suzanne (Albert) Hines, Eileen Szewczyk and Stephen (Lori) Jobin. He […]

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Bill to Establish NJ Fuel Cell Task Force Signed into Law

03 July 2020

Press Release 6./19/20 TRENTON – Aiming to boost adoption of clean energy alternatives and grow the market for fuel cells in New Jersey, legislation (A-741) to establish a 15-member task force within the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) on the use of fuel cell technologies was signed into law by the Governor on Friday. Fuel […]

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Lopez Pushes Importance of 2020 Census

03 July 2020

  Once every ten years, New Jersey residents get the opportunity to shape the future of their state and its resources and representation in Washington D.C. This opportunity comes in the form of the decennial census. Mandated by the Constitution, the U.S. Census Bureau has been counting the U.S. population since 1790. While we have […]

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Middlesex County Legislators’ Bill Clears Panel

03 July 2020

Lopez, Pinkin & Freiman Bill to Extend Coverage of COVID-19 Testing and Care Delivered via Telehealth and Telemedicine Clears Committee Press Release 6/23/20 TRENTON – The Assembly Health Committee advanced a measure (A-4215) Tuesday to enable provisions of legislation (A-3843 and A-3860) – concerning coverage of COVID-19 testing and telehealth and telemedicine care – to […]

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Pallone Leads Introduction of $1.5 Trillion Infrastructure Bill

03 July 2020

The legislation includes Pallone’s Living Shore Shorelines Act that protects coastal communities from sea level rise and stronger storms caused by climate change Press Release 6/22/20  WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today announced the introduction of a historic $1.5 trillion infrastructure bill that would rebuild America’s infrastructure, stimulate our economy, create millions […]

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Assemblyman Returns to Franklin Food Bank to Donate Free Pizzas and Facemasks

03 July 2020

Press Release 6/22/20 SOMERSET – Last month, Assemblyman Joe Danielsen (D-Middlesex, Somerset) stood behind the flame and made 60 pizzas at the Franklin Food Bank to donate them and facemasks to residents in line for groceries. This past Thursday, he returned. This time, his team had the help of Franklin Township Councilmen Sivaraman “Ram” Anbarasan […]

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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.
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