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This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

May 1865

This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

April 1865

This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

March 1865

American Irish Assoc Announces Parade Honorees – St. Patrick’s Parade To Be Held March 9th

CASA of Middlesex County Holding Baby Formula Drive

05 August 2022

MIDDLESEX COUNTY – Due to the national baby formula shortage, parents are struggling to find enough baby formula for their children. CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates of Middlesex County is holding a baby formula drive to help the youngest and most vulnerable in our communities. The formula shortage has caused significant stress and hardship for […]

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LOOKING BACK

05 August 2022

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This Week in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

05 August 2022

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Pallone Helps Pass Bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act

05 August 2022

Press Release 7/28/22 WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today helped pass the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. As Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Committee, Pallone included critical provisions in the bill that invest over $54 billion to ensure more semiconductors are produced in the United […]

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Pallone Secures $2.1 Million for Bulkhead Repair in Atlantic Highlands

05 August 2022

Press Release 6/17/22 WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today announced that he secured federal funding for Atlantic Highlands in the Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security spending bill for Fiscal Year 2023. The House is expected to vote on the underlying legislation in the coming months. Atlantic Highlands will receive $2.1 million to […]

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Pallone Announces Schools and Libraries in NJ Will Receive Over $5 Million from Latest Rounds of Funding from Emergency Connectivity Fund Program

05 August 2022

Press Release 6/13/22 LONG BRANCH, NJ – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today announced that schools and libraries in New Jersey will receive $5,092,335 from the latest round of funding from the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Emergency Connectivity Fund Program (ECF). This round of funding also includes $498,720 for the Long Branch School District. This […]

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Now Law: Jasey, Quijano & Timberlake Bill Establishes Performance Quality Standards for Colleges and Job Training Programs

05 August 2022

Press Release 7/29/22 TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Mila Jasey, Annette Quijano, and Britnee Timberlake was signed into law today to protect students in New Jersey from acquiring unsustainable levels of student loan debt by creating a performance quality standard for career-oriented programs of study. 1.3 million New Jersey residents currently owe approximately […]

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Committee Advances Vitale Bill to Require NJMVC to Prompt Individuals to Voluntarily Submit Information to ‘Next-of-Kin Registry’

05 August 2022

Press Release 6/9/22 TRENTON – The Senate Transportation Committee today advanced legislation sponsored by Senator Joe Vitale to require the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission to prompt individuals to voluntarily submit information to the “Next-of-Kin Registry” and allow individuals to submit information for the Registry in-person at commission agencies. “Thinking of unfortunate circumstances such as […]

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Movie Review – Thor: Love and Thunder

05 August 2022

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Pets of the Week

05 August 2022

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Water, American Rescue Act Funds and Update on Borinqueneers Park Among Topics Discussed

22 July 2022

7/11/22 Caucus By Carolyn Maxwell PERTH AMBOY – The first person to speak was Aderito M. Campos who complained about the low water pressure at 687 New Brunswick Avenue. He stated that the city and water company will not run high water pressure near that residence. “There is a pharmacy nearby located at 653 New […]

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Potential Easement on City Property and Rentals Discussed

22 July 2022

7/13/22 Council Meeting By Katherine Massopust SOUTH AMBOY – Council Vice President Christine Noble ran the meeting since Council President Mickey Gross participated via remote. The meeting began at 6:03 p.m. City Engineer Mark Rasimowicz explained an easement request for 524 John Street. He stated that the owner is remodeling his property and wanted a […]

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Fireworks Celebration, Perth Amboy & South Amboy Waterfront & Raritan Yacht Club, 7/3/22

22 July 2022

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Letters to the Editor

22 July 2022

It Ain’t Over til the Fat Lady Sings for the $33 Billion Gateway Project There is more to do after Governors Murphy and Hochul Sign A MOU for funding the $33 billion Gateway Project before the Federal Transit Administration will enter into negotiations with the project sponsor to approve a $14 billion Capital Investment Grant […]

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Kerry Dyke Wins Women’s Distance Festival 5K, New York

22 July 2022

*Photos Submitted PERTH AMBOY/NEW YORK – Perth Amboyan Kerry Dyke takes first place in the Women’s Distance Festival 5K in New York. This is the second year in a row that Kerry has won the title. Kerry is also three-times New Jersey cross country champion, along with many other titles. Congratulations!

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Ringing of the Liberty Bell

22 July 2022

 City Hall Circle, Perth Amboy, 7/4/22

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Safety Announcement

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