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Vitale Cyber-Harassment Bill Signed by Governor

16 December 2016

Press Release 12/5/16 TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senator Joseph F. Vitale that would add cyber-harassment to the list of offenses under current domestic violence statutes was signed into law today. The existing “Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991” provides a list of 18 predicate offenses that, if inflicted by an adult or an […]

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4th Annual African American History Month Celebration

16 December 2016

*Photo Submitted by PRAHD PERTH AMBOY – We are thrilled to be honoring Bob McCoy with the Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Award for all the love and care he gives to our community in the City of Perth Amboy. Please join us as we celebrate the many contributions of Bob McCoy during African American History Month. […]

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Check Presentation to Mary’s Place by the Sea

16 December 2016

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Pallone Requests Hearing on JCP&L Proposal

16 December 2016

Press Release 12/5/16 LONG BRANCH – Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) sent a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission voicing his concerns over Jersey Central Power and Light’s (JCP&L) proposal to increase electric transmission rates in 2017. Pallone requested a public hearing on the proposal which would increase rates by 150% and argues […]

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MCA Holy Childhood National Christmas Art Contest Winner

16 December 2016

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Guest Editorial: Oh, What a Time it Was!

16 December 2016

Seeing the malls on the “Black Friday” rush, etc. You may wonder if there was ever “Another Time”—Yes there was! “Oh what a time that was!” The Ambler II is on the move again. In the last scene of Camelot, when King Arthur knew he was fighting his last battle, he told a Squire, “Run […]

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THE COMMUNITY VOICE: Letters to the Editor

16 December 2016

Response to Mayor Diaz’s 11/23/16 Letter It was with amused interest that I read the letter from Wilda Diaz in your Nov. 23 edition. First, I would like to wish Perth Amboy a Happy Hanukkah, Blessed Kwanzaa and a Merry Christmas.  As I leave political office, which I have chosen to do, I would like […]

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Pet of the Week

16 December 2016

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SLIDE SHOW: PAMA Awards Dinner

16 December 2016

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SLIDE SHOW: First Anniversary of Glamour Radio

16 December 2016

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This Week in World War II: 75 Years Ago

16 December 2016

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LOOKING BACK

16 December 2016

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David’s Touch Foundation Toy Drive Benefit Night, Dec. 17

15 December 2016

The David’s Touch Foundation will be hosting its 7th Annual Toy Drive Benefit on Saturday, December 17, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Blu Alehouse, 855 St. George Avenue, Woodbridge, NJ. Doors open at 6 p.m. with program to begin at 7 p.m. Please contribute a new, unwrapped toy for a child 18 years and […]

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Selfies with Santa Schedule

09 December 2016

Friday, December 9, 2-4  p.m. | Downtown Saturday, December 10, 12-2  p.m. | Downtown Thursday, December 15, 2-4 p.m. | Green Village Friday, December 16, 2-4 p.m. | Harbortown    

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Community Events and Notices

09 December 2016

Proprietary House Open PERTH AMBOY – The Proprietary House, the last official Royal Governor’s residence still standing in the original 13 colonies, is open every Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., for tea and tours.  Tea  is served in our atmospheric candle-lit wine cellar, and includes our delicious homemade desserts and assorted teas. A […]

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Face Off on PARA Status & Duties of Law Director

09 December 2016

PERTH AMBOY – Emotions ran high at the 11/21/16 Council Meeting when it was suggested an ordinance (first reading) be placed on the agenda as a late starter to abolish PARA (Perth Amboy Redevelopment Agency). Ordinance No. 5 – Dissolving PARA and designating the Council as the Entity. During the Caucus portion of the Meeting, […]

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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