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Perth Amboy Bill of Rights Essay Contest

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This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

December 1865

Mayor Diaz issues Update on Coronavirus Emergency as of March 27

28 March 2020

Dear Residents, As our state grapples with the spread of the Coronavirus, the City of Perth Amboy and the Office of Emergency Management is taking every precaution to ensure the health and safety of our community. My heart goes out to all the families that have experienced this virus first-hand or that have lost someone because of […]

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Pallone Makes Statement on House Passage of Third Coronavirus Pandemic Response Legislation

27 March 2020

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) issued the following statement today after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 748, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the third major legislation passed by Congress to respond to the coronavirus pandemic: “Today, more help is on the way. The CARES Act provides essential […]

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NJ Businesses Need Thousands of Workers During COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

26 March 2020

Did you lose your job or have your hours reduced as a result of COVID-19? Businesses across New Jersey need thousands of workers for immediate hire. The State of New Jersey has developed a centralized resource to match talent with opportunities in industries on the front lines of serving New Jerseyans during the COVID-19 public […]

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Urgent, Immediate Need for Blood Donations in Central New Jersey

26 March 2020

Responses to coronavirus outbreak severely impacting U.S. blood supply. Vitalant holding six donation events in April MONTVALE, NJ (March 26, 2020) – There’s an urgent and immediate need for blood donations throughout central New Jersey, as responses to the nationwide coronavirus outbreak are severely impacting the U.S. blood supply. Vitalant (a nonprofit, blood collection organization […]

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NJMentalHealthCares

24 March 2020

The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger.I f you’re concerned about your mental health, or the mental health […]

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Mayor Diaz Gives Live Update on Monday, March 23

24 March 2020

PERTH AMBOY – In this video, Mayor Wilda Diaz updates residents about the services that are still being provided by the city during coronavirus safety restrictions. Mayor Diaz speaks to residents in both English (starts at 0:00) and Spanish (starts at 3:35). Please check the city’s website, for more information and updates on the Coronavirus: […]

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Changes Regarding Public Attendance at Caucus/Council Meetings

23 March 2020

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy City Council put out the following statement: Dear Resident, In light of the numerous Executive Orders closing businesses and prohibiting public gatherings and in an abundance of caution in light of our current public health emergency: WE WILL NOT ALLOW THE PUBLIC TO COME INTO CITY HALL FOR THE […]

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Notice of Special City Council Meeting via Teleconference

23 March 2020

SOUTH AMBOY – Please be advised there is Special South Amboy City Council meeting on March 25, 2020 at 6 p.m. will be conducted via teleconference due to the current public health emergency. TO JOIN FROM YOUR COMPUTER, TABLET OR SMARTPHONE  https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/537688261 To participate by computer, tablet or smartphone, it is necessary to download the […]

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VIDEO: Governor Murphy Closes Non-Essential Businesses, Tells Residents to Stay Home

21 March 2020

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First Coronavirus-Related Death in Middlesex County Reported

21 March 2020

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – The first Central Jersey death related to the coronavirus was reported in Middlesex County Saturday, as cases there and in Union County continued to rise. “It is with great sorrow that I report that the disease has claimed the life of one of our own – a Middlesex County resident – […]

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Governor Murphy Announces Statewide Stay at Home Order, Closure of All Non-Essential Retail Businesses

21 March 2020

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Perth Amboy Mayor Wilda Diaz Issues New Round of Executive Orders Amid COVID-19 Pandemic 

20 March 2020

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City of Perth Amboy Issues Emergency Action Regarding COVID-19

20 March 2020

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Community Mourns Anton Massopust, Ex-Chief PAFD, Educator, Historian | SLIDE SHOW

20 March 2020

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Coronavirus and PARA Top List of Subjects Discussed

20 March 2020

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EDITORIAL: Anton Massopust, Thanks for the Memories

20 March 2020

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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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