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This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

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Blink Fitness Grand Opening

06 October 2017

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SLIDE SHOW: Harvey Relief Buffet

06 October 2017

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This Week in World War II: 75 Years Ago

06 October 2017

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Pets of the Week

06 October 2017

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LOOKING BACK

06 October 2017

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Getting Ahead in Business Meet ‘N’ Greet Networking Events for October

04 October 2017

MARK YOUR CALENDAR MAKE OCTOBER A POSITIVE MONTH TO INCREASE YOUR SALES BY ATTENDING OUR BUSINESS MEET N’ GREET NETWORKING EVENTS               For those considering participating in our networking events, we focus on three core areas to ensure the time spent is beneficial: Main benefits: 1.  Networking and meeting new contacts. 2.  Content and topics […]

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Community Events and Notices

29 September 2017

Book Sale PERTH AMBOY – Pick up a book or two ($.50 for paperbacks/$1 for hard cover) …or select a “bag of books” for a price of only $5. Presently due to lack of shelf space we are NOT accepting any donations of books. Visit us at the Brighton Ave. Community Center located at the […]

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Council Members & Residents Discuss Improvement For the City

29 September 2017

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Not in Agreement/ Not Representing PARA

29 September 2017

9/11/17 Caucus & 9/13/17 Council Meeting PERTH AMBOY – At the 9/11/17 Caucus Meeting, Councilman Fernando Irizarry had a comment regarding R-364-9/17 – Requesting permission for the Dedication by Rider for the Bridge Perth Amboy I Urban Renewal Trust permitted under the Tax Exemption Law, N.J.S.A. 40A: 20-1 et seq. Irizarry said, “I am not […]

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Handicapped Accessibility a Problem

29 September 2017

9/13/17 Council Meeting PERTH AMBOY – Resident Stephanie Márquez-Villafañe wanted to thank the Mayor and Council, “I talked to her in regards to making November Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Because of Mayor Diaz’s efforts, a resolution was drawn up and passed by the Council to make this happen.” Stephanie then spoke about the challenges she’s […]

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Meet ‘N Greet, La Terrazza

29 September 2017

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LOCAL PERSPECTIVE: Editorial on Homelessness

29 September 2017

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Housing Authority Update: Best Practices

29 September 2017

9/13/17 Council Meeting PERTH AMBOY – Douglas G. Dzema, PHM Executive Director of Housing Authority gave a brief overview what the Housing Authority has achieved over the past year. “Right now, we have over 1000 units in Perth Amboy that are monitored by HUD. We are tested annually and are a high performer. The poverty […]

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Celebrate Perth Amboy Presents Third Annual Pink Ribbon Gala

29 September 2017

Fabulous Gala Will Raise Funds for Mary’s Place by the Sea Press Release 9/22/17 PERTH AMBOY – Celebrate Perth Amboy is hosting the Third Annual Pink Ribbon Gala on Saturday, October 7, the Gala recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month with an exceptional fundraising event which will be held aboard the Cornucopia Cruise Line’s St. Charles […]

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SLIDE SHOW: DEP Grant Announced

29 September 2017

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Will They Get Overtime?

29 September 2017

9/13/17 Council Meeting PERTH AMBOY – R-359-9/17 – Authorizing 7 Police Officer Recruits to attend the basic course for Police Officers at the Cape May Police Academy in amount not to exceed $17,500. Resident Ken Balut wanted to know, “Will these Officers get paid vacation and overtime for sleeping in Cape May? Police Officers get […]

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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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