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Community Events and Notices

10 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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South Amboy Announces $700,000 Budget Surplus

10 February 2017

  Ferry Terminal Project On Hold After Archeological Findings 2/1/17 Business Meeting By: Joseph L. Kuchie SOUTH AMBOY – The South Amboy City Council covered a number of topics in what Council President Mickey Gross called a “very productive” business meeting. Mayor Henry announced that the city had a $700,000 surplus in the 2016 budget. […]

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How to Become a U.S. Citizen: Free Naturalization Information Session

10 February 2017

WOODBRIDGE – A representative from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will present “How to Become a U.S. Citizen” at the Woodbridge Main Library on Thursday, February 16, at 10:30 am. This session will help permanent residents and others interested in naturalization learn more the process. This session is free of charge and open […]

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Pallone and Local Leaders to Show Solidarity Against Trump

10 February 2017

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Childbirth Education Class

10 February 2017

PERTH AMBOY – Raritan Bay Medical Center, a member of the Hackensack Meridian Health family, is holding a Childbirth Education class Saturday, February 25, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  The class is designed to help expectant parents better understand the childbearing process. A registered nurse with special training in labor, delivery and childcare techniques will […]

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Pallone Statement on Black History Month

10 February 2017

Press Release 2/1/17 WASHINGTON, DC- Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) released the following statement on the celebration of Black History Month, which begins on February 1. “Every February we commemorate Black History Month and recognize the important contributions African Americans have made to our nation’s history and identity. African Americans in New Jersey and across […]

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EDITORIAL: This Was Super!

10 February 2017

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THE COMMUNITY VOICE: Letters to the Editor

10 February 2017

Putting Perth Amboy First: In 2008, I raised my hand and took an oath to uphold the constitution and to put the City of Perth Amboy first. Those first few months were a very difficult time. The poor decisions and burden of one administration had nearly compromised the well-being of an entire City. But through hard […]

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$100 Groceries for $40 or Less

10 February 2017

PERTH AMBOY – The Jolin Food program is designed to provide families with nationally branded food products at wholesale prices. On behalf of the Cathedral’s Community Development Corporation, the Jewish Renaissance Foundation’s AmeriCorps is helping to promote the Jolin Food Box. Order by the 2nd Tuesday of the month online or by phone and pick […]

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Blue Cross/Blue Shield Brunch

10 February 2017

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Cures Act Authorizes New Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangements

10 February 2017

Tom’s Tax Tips Courtesy of Tom Ploskanka C.P.A. The 21st Century Cures Act, a new law signed late in 2016 that helps fund medical research, also provides a cure for the health insurance woes of small employers. Under this legislation, your small business may now offer stand-alone Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) for employees. An HRA […]

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Central Jersey Alumni Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority

10 February 2017

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Greg Scharpf of Amboy Bank Honored

10 February 2017

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Groundhog Day 2/2/2017

10 February 2017

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Perth Amboy Gets Served on MLK Day

10 February 2017

  The Jewish Renaissance Foundation AmeriCorps Dedicate National Day of Service to The Mercy House Food Pantry Press Release 1/18/17 PERTH AMBOY – In the 1963 collection, Strength to Love, by Martin Luther King Jr., it included a sermon titled, “Three Dimensions of a Complete Life” which contained the following quote, and “Life’s most persistent […]

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Perth Amboy Police, Firefighters, EMS Honored at ACS

10 February 2017

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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