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South Amboy’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

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Waterfront Arts Festival Picture

19 July 2019

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Dive into Summer Art Exhibits at the Dowdell Library

19 July 2019

Press Release 7/15/19 SOUTH AMBOY — The Sadie Pope Dowdell Library is thrilled to announce a pair of new art installations: Pauline Perlman’s “Imagination Dolls” and Danielle Wilkinson’s “Nature Photography Mandalas.” Located in the Davidoff Family Exhibition Area and throughout the library’s display cases, these collections are visible at all times during the library’s operating […]

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Rutgers Gardens Summer Fest 2019 Celebrated on July 27

19 July 2019

(News Release) NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – Rutgers Gardens Summer Fest 2019, a partnership of Rutgers Gardens and New Brunswick Cultural Center, Inc., will take place on Sat., July 27, at 3 p.m. This free, family-friendly event, which will feature live music, dance performances, cooking demos, garden tours, chalk art, painting and more, is now part […]

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Museum Pass Program

19 July 2019

PERTH AMBOY – The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library have generously provided FREE passes to some of the area’s most popular museums! Museum passes offer a great way for family and friends to experience educational and cultural fun. Picking Up and Returning Passes: Passes can be picked up at the Circulation Desk. […]

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Volunteers Needed to Help Children in Foster Care

19 July 2019

Press Release 5/30/19 MIDDLESEX COUNTY – Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Middlesex County is seeking volunteers to advocate for children in foster care. On any given night, about 250 children from Middlesex County are sleeping in foster homes or other out-of-home placements due to abuse or neglect. Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are working […]

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2019 Amboy Guardian Publication Dates

18 July 2019

January 9 January 16 January 23 January 30 February 6 February 13 February 20 February 27 March 6 March 13 March 20 March 27 April 3 April 17 May 1 May 15 June 5 June 19 July 3 July 17 August 7 August 21 September 4 September 18 October 2 October 16 November 6 November […]

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Community Events and Announcements

18 July 2019

See our article, Things to Do this Summer, for many summer activities in and around Perth Amboy. Raritan Bay Cruisers Car Show PERTH AMBOY – Tuesdays, May 14 thru Oct. 1, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Pizza Hut, Rte. 9, Woodbridge (Wal-Mart Parking Lot). Weather Permitting.  Rock & Roll Music, Trophies, Kids Games, Just […]

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Perth Amboy Cooling Centers Designated for High Temperatures

17 July 2019

PERTH AMBOY, NJ— Mayor Wilda Diaz and the Office of Emergency Management has designated three cooling centers due to high temperatures. Alexander F. Jankowski Community Center located at 1 Olive Street: Open M-F from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Raritan Bay Area YMCA located at 357 New Brunswick Avenue: Open M-F from 5:30 a.m. – […]

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Independence Engine & Hose Company 20th Annual Car Show

17 July 2019

SOUTH AMBOY – Independence Engine & Hose Co. #1 will be hosting their 20th Annual Car Show on Sunday, August 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 140 North Broadway, South Amboy, NJ.  Admission is FREE for the General Public. Vehicle Registration and Lineup on Broadway by the Firehouse. Advanced Entry Fee: $5 per […]

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David’s Touch Foundation to Host Annual Charity Motorcycle Ride on August 3

16 July 2019

WOODBRIDGE – David’s Touch is a non-profit organization created in memory of my son David who passed away at the age of 9 shortly after being diagnosed with lymphoma.  It was David’s love for life and enthusiasm that have inspired me to help others experiencing similar hardships as he did. Our mission at David’s Touch is to […]

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Ribs in July, One Day Only, at St. Stan’s Carnival Grounds in Sayreville

08 July 2019

SAYREVILLE – St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish, 221 MacArthur Ave., Sayreville, NJ 08872 presents the return of Bill, Tony, Brian & Rich “Ribs in July” – Our Carnival Continues. ONE DAY ONLY, July 13, 2019, 11 a.m. until we’re sold out. St. Stan’s Carnival Grounds. Full Rack – $20. Half Rack – $12. Don’t miss this […]

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Questions Still Abound About Drinking Water

05 July 2019

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Baseball Team, Coach Honored; Cops Get Accreditation

05 July 2019

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2019 Amboy Guardian Publication Dates

05 July 2019

January 9 January 16 January 23 January 30 February 6 February 13 February 20 February 27 March 6 March 13 March 20 March 27 April 3 April 17 May 1 May 15 June 5 June 19 July 3 July 17 August 7 August 21 September 4 September 18 October 2 October 16 November 6 November […]

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How Many Warnings? Lozada Appointed

05 July 2019

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2019 Budget, Redevelopment Pass; Lozada Appointment Tabled

05 July 2019

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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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