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St. Demetrios Property Plans Still Questioned

20 April 2018

3/9/18 Caucus & 3/11/18 Council Meeting PERTH AMBOY – City Engineer Ernest Feist came forward to answer questions about the proposed plans for St. Demetrios property on Wisteria Avenue. “The Council adopted the redevelopment plan for first reading in March of this year. The Planning Board sent suggestions to the Council. The Planning Board and […]

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EDITORIAL: Remembering a Perth Amboy Legend, William (Billy) Gatyas

20 April 2018

I have heard a lot about the legend of Billy Gatyas,but I decided to turn the editorial page over to someone who actually knew him and could write memories of him. So, I’m turning this over to Mr. Anton  Massopust:  C.M. Mr. Gatyas was the Coach of the Perth Amboy State Championship Football Team in […]

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THE COMMUNITY VOICE: Letters to the Editor

20 April 2018

Contrasting Ideas Do some readers “cringe” when they read a letter questioning a current fad? While “climate” and “weather” are two different concepts they are related. Global warming is supposed to result in early springs and late autumns. If the weather contradicts this claim what is the truth? Climate change has been going on since […]

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‘Alyssa’s Law’ Clears State Assembly

20 April 2018

Assembly’s Democratic “Alyssa’s Law” Bill to Install Silent Alarms & Red Emergency Lights in Schools Passed in Assembly Bill sponsored by Caputo, Tucker, Quijano, Vainieri Huttle, Sumter & McKnight Press Release 4/12/18 TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Ralph R. Caputo, Cleopatra Tucker, Annette Quijano, Valerie Vainieri Huttle, Shavonda Sumter and Angela McKnight to require […]

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Raritan Bay Medical Center Launches Stroke Support Group

20 April 2018

Stroke Survivors, Their Families and Caregivers are Invited Press Release 4/10/18  PERTH AMBOY – Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center is launching a semi-monthly stroke support group for stroke survivors, their families, and caregivers Thursday, April 12, in Old Bridge and Perth Amboy, N.J.  Attendees have an opportunity to connect with and learn from stroke […]

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Kearny Cottage Girl Scout Garden Receives New Sign

20 April 2018

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Family Medicine Practitioner Kenneth Faistl, M.D. Opens New Office

20 April 2018

An open house for the community will be held Monday, April 23, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Press Release 4/13/18 OLD BRIDGE – Kenneth Faistl, M.D., FAAFP, who is board certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine, recently opened a new office, located at 195 Route 9 South, Suite 106, in Manalapan, NJ.  The office […]

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A Forum on Marijuana Legalization – The Pros & Cons

20 April 2018

What Does This Mean for Urban Cities in New Jersey? PERTH AMBOY – What will the legalization of marijuana mean for the city of Perth Amboy and other urban cities in New Jersey?  Governor Phil Murphy made it clear in his first state budget address, Tuesday, March 13th that he wants marijuana legislation passed in […]

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SLIDE SHOW: Perth Amboy Fire Department Swearing-in Ceremony

20 April 2018

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SLIDE SHOW: Health and Wellness Expo

20 April 2018

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Tom’s Tax Tips

20 April 2018

When an Extension Makes Sense Courtesy of Tom Ploskanka C.P.A. While most people should file a tax return by April 17th, you have the option of delaying your filing date until October 15th with a tax extension. When to file an extension • Missing or incorrect information. If one of the forms you need to file […]

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Meet the Author: Geoffrey Cook

20 April 2018

PERTH AMBOY – The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library are happy to host Geoffrey Cook on Saturday, April 21st at 1:00 p.m. in the Children’s Room of the Perth Amboy Library located at 196 Jefferson St. Geoffrey’s book, Veronica and the Volcano, is an exciting adventure story.  Ten-year old Veronica lives in […]

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Movie Review: Rampage

20 April 2018

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SLIDE SHOW: Amboy Spotlight on Perth Amboy Carvel

20 April 2018

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This Week in World War II: 75 Years Ago

20 April 2018

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Pet of the Week

20 April 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.
FOR ALL EMERGENCIES, DIAL: 9-1-1
FOR ALL NON-EMERGENCIES, DIAL: 732-442-4400