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Reilly and McLaughlin Speak Out About Manhattan Beach Project

30 November 2018

By: Joseph L. Kuchie SOUTH AMBOY – South Amboy Councilmen Tom Reilly and Brian McLaughlin both spoke out against the Manhattan Beach Project at the November 19th city council meeting. The Manhattan Beach Project would bring in 291 residential rental units to South Amboy by 2023 and an additional 210 units by 2025.  Reilly was […]

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EDITORIAL: Local Perspective

30 November 2018

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Obituary: Anne S. Dillman

30 November 2018

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A Simple Way to Keep the Flu Away

30 November 2018

By: Nazar Raoof, M.D. You can prevent the flu this season by taking one simple step: Get a flu vaccine. The CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated.  Unfortunately, some people think that getting a flu vaccine is too much trouble or costs too much.  Or they are sure that a flu shot […]

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Step It Up to Cut Cancer Risk

30 November 2018

By: Sameer Shetty, M.D. Need a reason to lace up your sneakers and head out the door? Whether you prefer a neighborhood stroll, a yoga class, or a round of golf, exercise can do more than keep you fit—it may reduce your risk of developing cancer as well.  Previous research found a link between exercise […]

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Don’t Let A Disaster Derail Your Business

30 November 2018

Courtesy of Tom Ploskanka C.P.A. With the recent frequency of hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, floods and wildfires, it’s worth reviewing ideas to ensure your business can survive if it faces its own disaster. Here are some steps you can take to create a disaster plan for your business: • Identify your exposure. The first step is […]

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Turkey Giveaway | SLIDE SHOW

30 November 2018

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Amboy Bank Food Drive

30 November 2018

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Helping Veterans Find a Place to Call Home

30 November 2018

PERTH AMBOY – Are you or know a veteran with DD 214? Are you or they interested in being a first-time home owner? The Perth Amboy Housing Authority is looking for a Veteran to help realize the dream of home ownership. The first step is to attend the First Time Homebuyer Class to obtain information […]

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Home for A Hero Homeownership Info Session

30 November 2018

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy Housing Authority is looking for a veteran to help realize the dream of homeownership!  To qualify, household income must be at least $35,000 and cannot exceed these maximums based on the number of people in the household.   Interested persons MUST attend one of two orientation meetings at 881 […]

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Ring Out 2018 At the Sadie Pope Dowdell Library!

30 November 2018

Press Release SOUTH AMBOY — Winter is nearly upon us, and with it the season for food, festivals, and family fun! Round out your 2018 with a December to remember at South Amboy’s Sadie Pope Dowdell Library! As always, the Dowdell is host to a number of ongoing programs and events! Between December 1 and […]

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Movie Review: Wreck it Ralph 2: Ralph Breaks the Internet

30 November 2018

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Thanksgiving at the Jankowski Community Center

30 November 2018

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Puerto Rico Discovery Day

30 November 2018

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This Week in World War II: 75 Years Ago

30 November 2018

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Pet of the Week

30 November 2018

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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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