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This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

December 1865

Pet of the Week

24 February 2017

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LOOKING BACK

24 February 2017

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Community Events and Notices

24 February 2017

African-American Film Festival PERTH AMBOY – African American Film Festival at the Perth Amboy Free Public Library, 196 Jefferson St., PerthAmboy. Thursday Nights from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Upcoming movies: 2/23/17 –  Black in Latin America: Haiti and Dominican Republic – An Island Divided 3D Snowflake Contest! SOUTH AMBOY – Through February 28 Create […]

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Dominican Independence Day Celebration, Feb. 25

23 February 2017

Dominican Independence Day Celebration Saturday, February 25 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Flag Raising: 10 a.m. at City Hall Circle 260 High Street Perth Amboy, NJ REception: 10:45 a.m. at Edward J. Patten School 500 Charles Street, Perth Amboy, NJ Folk dancing, live music with Victor Quezada, The Diablos Cojuelos… For information call the Office […]

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Up, Up and Away

23 February 2017

WOODBRIDGE – HAWT program presented by Donald J. Peck on Dr. Solomon Andrews, who conducted the first successful dirigible balloon flight over Perth Amboy in 1863. The program is at the Woodbridge Main Library Downstairs Meeting Room on Monday, February 27, at 7 p.m.

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Benefit Concert

23 February 2017

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Services for Austin Gumbs 1931-2017

23 February 2017

Austin E. Gumbs passed away on February 16, 2017. Lifelong Resident of Perth Amboy, a Distinguished Educator and Community Leader Visitation will be on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. and Wednesday, February 22, 2017 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at St. Peter’s Episcopal […]

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Police Seeking Men Who Broke into Home

17 February 2017

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Pallone Leads House Democrats in Update to Safe Drinking Water Act

17 February 2017

  WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), the Ranking Member on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, led House Democrats in introducing the Safe Drinking Water Act Amendments of 2017 (H.R. 1068). The bill would make comprehensive changes to ensure safer drinking water for communities nationwide. The proposal would be the first major […]

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Public Assistance Needed in Criminal Investigation

17 February 2017

  Public Assistance Needed: The Perth Amboy Police Department is seeking the assistance of the public to help identify two suspects in a recent crime.  We are investigating a crime where these two suspects entered a residence and inflicted injury upon the residents, including an elderly female, as they were demanding money from the victims. […]

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Message from the Perth Amboy Police Department

17 February 2017

Advisory: Message from the Perth Amboy Police Department We understand there have been rumors circulating that the City of Perth Amboy Administration has been associated with immigration check points in various areas throughout the City in cooperation with federal immigration enforcement agents. We want to assure all of our residents that the City of Perth […]

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Immigrant Program Slated for Feb. 21

17 February 2017

PERTH AMBOY, NJ — On Tuesday, February 21, 2017, Wilda Diaz, Mayor of the City of Perth Amboy and NJUMA President, elected officials, business and labor leaders call attention to the contributions of immigrants in the state and the critical need for immigration reform. A partner of the American Farm Bureau Federation, New American Economy, has released a mapping of the […]

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Community Events and Notices

17 February 2017

K of C “All You Can Eat” Lenten Linguini Dinners FORDS – Our Lady of Peace Knights of Columbus Council #9199 of Fords is sponsoring their annual “All You Can Eat” Lenten Linguini Dinners every Friday in Lent, except Good Friday.   The dinners will be served from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria […]

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A Full Plate

17 February 2017

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“This is Embarrassing!”

17 February 2017

The Plea 2/6/17 Caucus & 2/8/17 Council Meetings PERTH AMBOY – Regarding Resolution R-67-2/17, the Council retaining the services of the Law Offices of Robert L. Tarver. Councilman Jelmin Caba had concerns about the Council having their own Attorney. He stated: “Now the Mayor is suing the Council. This is embarrassing! Dragging this through court […]

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Unhappy With Pipeline Meeting

17 February 2017

2/6/17 Caucus & 2/8/17 Council Meeting PERTH AMBOY – Councilman Fernando Irizarry had requested information and a legal opinion regarding the Pipeline approval process from B.A. Adam Cruz and Acting Law Director Judy Verrone. “I’m requesting a second hearing on the pipeline.” Councilman Fernando Gonzalez said, “Maybe having the lawyer representing us in this matter […]

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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