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Wills, Estate Planning & Probate

05 May 2017

Press Release 4/27/17 WOODBRIDGE – Please join guest speaker Kenneth Vercammen, Managing Attorney from Kenneth Vercammen & Associates, as he presents “Wills, Estate Planning & Probate” @ the Woodbridge Main Library on May 15 @ 7pm! This seminar will focus on the following: 1. 2017 changes to NJ Estate Tax & changes to taxes on […]

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This Week in World War II: 75 Years Ago

05 May 2017

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Pets of the Week

05 May 2017

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LOOKING BACK

05 May 2017

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Community Events & Notices

04 May 2017

Opening the Door to Home Ownership PERTH AMBOY – First Time Home Buyer Seminar May 3, 4 & 11, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Cost: $30 (Money Order Only). This seminar will be in English only. Call us today and register for your seat – 732-826-3110 ext. 627. The Housing Authority of the […]

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Music at St. Mary’s 9th Annual Mozart Festival

04 May 2017

SOUTH AMBOY – MASM is pleased to present its final concert of the season; the 9th Annual Mozart Festival performed by The Saint Mary Chamber Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Christopher M. C. Deibert.  The SMCO will perform Mozart’s Symphony #35 (Haffner) in D Major and Symphony #36 (Linz) in C Major.  Come and […]

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70th Birthday Skydiving to Support the Family House

02 May 2017

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Movies @ Main: Denzel Washington

30 April 2017

Press Release 4/4/17 WOODBRIDGE – On May 5, the Woodbridge Main Library will begin a late Spring/early Summer Film Series each Friday at 2 p.m. that will spotlight the diverse and award-winning roles of Denzel Washington. The first movie is The Magnificent Seven, a 2016 remake of the classic 1960 western film, with Denzel Washington, […]

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City Highlights Upcoming Improvements and Activity

28 April 2017

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Highlights of Mayor Henry’s 2017 State of the City Address

28 April 2017

3/29/17 SOUTH AMBOY – The South Amboy State of the City was submitted by Mayor Fred Henry. Here are some of the highlights of his speech. Mayor Fred Henry began his 2017 STOC by thanking those who participated in the St. Patrick’s Day festivities and what an honor it was to be chosen as the […]

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SLIDE SHOW: PAMAC Youth Alliance Sticker Shock Campaign

28 April 2017

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UMoP to Host Walk in Support of Lung Cancer Awareness

28 April 2017

Press Release PERTH AMBOY – Nonprofit organization and charity, United Messengers of Peace invites community members to sign up for their first Lung Cancer Awareness Walk on Saturday May 13, 2017 beginning at the Perth Amboy Train Station and ending at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church (183 Rector St). Participants can register online at UMoPLCA.eventbrite.com. Volunteers […]

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EDITORIAL: That’s All They Wanted

28 April 2017

For the past few years, during the Perth Amboy Council Meetings, residents has come up to complain about the lack of transparency of the City reporting crime. Former Police Chief Benjamin Ruiz regularly would have his staff submit press releases regarding criminal arrests/activity to the paper. When Larry Cattano assumed the title of Acting Police […]

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90 Day Hiring of Attorneys and Illegal Housing Come into Play

28 April 2017

4/12/17 Council Meeting PERTH AMBOY – Communication No. 12 – Mayor Wilda Diaz appointing Peter J. King, Esq. as Acting Law Director for a period of 90 days pending consent of Council. Resident Stanley Sierakowski asked a hypothetical question in regards to hiring attorneys for 90 day blocks. He addressed Attorney Peter J. King if […]

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Letters to the Editor

28 April 2017

Former Councilwoman Lisa Nanton Responds to Mayor Diaz’s Statement on Judge Francis’ Verdict We are happy that Judge Francis affirmed our right to hire an attorney to litigate the matter concerning the appointment of an Assistant Business Administrator. We knew that there would possibly be obstacles to bringing this matter, but we have a responsibility […]

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Write a Letter to the Editor

28 April 2017

Keep those Letters Coming! We Love to Hear From You!  E-mail letters to the editor to amboyguardian@gmail.com or write to the paper at Letters to the Editor, The Amboy Guardian, P.O. Box 0127, Perth Amboy, NJ 08862-0127. Letters must include your full name, address and daytime telephone number or cell phone number for verification. First […]

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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