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Our Perspective on the Women’s March on Washington 1/20/17-1/22/17

27 January 2017

This past weekend saw the Inauguration of the 45th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump. The crowds included people from all over the world, but the most talked about event was the Women’s March which not only occurred in Washington D.C. ,but nationwide and all over the world. This march began because of […]

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Hands Across City Hall, Perth Amboy, 1/19/17

27 January 2017

*Photos by Paul W. Wang

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19th Legislative District Democratic Leaders Endorse Joe Vitale for State Senate; Craig Coughlin and Yvonne Lopez for General Assembly

27 January 2017

Press Release 1/20/17 PERTH AMBOY – Democratic leaders across the 19th Legislative District today endorsed State Senator Joe Vitale as their candidate for State Senate and Assemblyman Craig Coughlin and Perth Amboy community leader Yvonne Lopez as their candidates for the General Assembly. Vitale, a Woodbridge resident who has served in the State Senate since […]

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Arguments Still Continue – 1/11/17 Council Meeting

27 January 2017

PERTH AMBOY – Former Councilwoman Lisa Nanton had a problem with Communication No. 13 where Law Director Louis N. Rainone told the Council that they were in violation of the Faulkner Act by continuing to use the services of Attorney Robert Tarver. Tarver was the attorney hired by the Council to conduct an investigation into […]

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Six Thousand New Jersey Women and Allies March on Trenton

27 January 2017

Supporters Stand in Solidarity with Marchers at The Women’s March on Washington and More Than 600 Sister Marches Across the U.S. Press Release 1/21/17 TRENTON – On Saturday January 21, six thousand women, their families, and their allies arrived in our state’s capital city to participate in the Women’s March on Trenton. The day’s events […]

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Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. – The Cathedral International, 1/16/17

27 January 2017

*Photos by Eric Salvary

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Celebrating the Life Of Richie Pryce in a Memorial Service on Feb. 25

27 January 2017

Press Release PERTH AMBOY- Violence took his life but his legacy continues to speak out against the violent behavior that devastates communities. Richie Pryce was gunned down one year ago, and one year later his vision of starting a non-profit organization is alive and closer to becoming a reality.  Saturday, February 25, 2017, 6:00 p.m. […]

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PA Resident Edison Jaquez Shares Value of Mentorship On Newark Public Radio’s ‘WBGO Journal’

27 January 2017

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Girl Scout Cookie Bake

27 January 2017

Photos Submitted by Lorraine McCartney

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St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, Blessing of the Water Perth Amboy 1/22/17

27 January 2017

*Photos by Paul W. Wang

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Pet of the Week

27 January 2017

Ginger was abandoned with me on Easter Sunday, 2014 at the age of seven. She has been my constant companion since and caregiver, since my heart has begun to fail.  She has shown myself and those that know her, how to be happy and how to love again. Ginger is my Blessing. B. H. Basehart […]

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LOOKING BACK — The Packer Hotel Fire

27 January 2017

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Free Agent Players, New Team Managers And Teams Wanted – Play Hardball!

25 January 2017

Press Release NEW JERSEY – The Amateur Baseball Association is the largest adult baseball league in NJ and we are getting bigger! Free Agent Player fee is $160 for 22 game season. If you are interested in being a new manager of a team of free agent players let us know. We can assist your […]

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Red Cross Critically Needs Donors After Winter Weather Adds to Severe Blood Shortage

24 January 2017

Press Release 1/18/17 NEW JERSEY – Following several rounds of severe winter weather in many parts of the country, the American Red Cross urges eligible blood and platelet donors to help restock its shelves to overcome a shortage. Since Dec. 1, about 300 blood drives across 27 states have been forced to cancel due to […]

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Community Events and Notices

24 January 2017

Overnight Trip to Foxwood and Mohegan Sun HOPELAWN – Holy Rosary Seniors overnight trip to Foxwood and Mohegan Sun, April 3-4, 2017 . Cost is $145 a person for double room; and $214 for single per person. Must have full payment by January 27, 2017. Call Ronnie for more information. 732-442-5252. Souper Sale at St. […]

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Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast Line: Service Suspension Lifted

23 January 2017

UPDATE:  Suspended Lines Resumed Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast Line: Service Was Suspended Temporarily Due to Overhead Wire Problem near Linden Service on the Northeast Corridor (between New York Penn and Trenton) and North Jersey Coast Line (between New York Penn and Woodbridge) was suspended in both directions due to an overhead wire problem […]

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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