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Kurv Industrial groundbreaking in Perth Amboy will create modern warehouse space plus new public park and new development site
 

Kurv Industrial groundbreaking in Perth Amboy will create modern warehouse space plus new public park and new development site

This Week in the Civil War | 160 Years Ago June 15, 1862 – July 5, 1862 By Phil Kohn

17 June 2022

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Sayreville Student Sofia J. Muller Recipient of National Award

17 June 2022

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Public Notice of EPA’s Proposed Approval for Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Cleanup Plan at the Former ASARCO Facility site Perth Amboy, New Jersey Date: June 17, 2022

17 June 2022

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has prepared a draft approval of the polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) cleanup plan submitted by First Environment, Inc. for a portion of the Former ASARCO Facility site in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, under the agency’s PCB Cleanup Program.  The cleanup plan calls for removing and disposing PCB-contaminated soil offsite, engineering […]

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Pets of the Week

17 June 2022

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South Amboy Seniors

17 June 2022

SOUTH AMBOY – The South Amboy Senior Citizens club is looking for new members. Anyone 60+ years old that lives in South Amboy or has a 08879 zip code is eligible to join. The meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 12:00 Noon at the Senior Building on Stevens Avenue. Come have fun […]

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Fireworks Viewing Information

17 June 2022

Viewing on Raritan Bay, Saturday, July 2 (Rain Date: July 3)   • Perth Amboy Fireworks View at Sadowski Parkway on the waterfront Festival: 3 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Fireworks at approximately 9:20 p.m. • South Amboy Fireworks View at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park Fireworks at approximately 9:20 p.m. In Perth Amboy, Sadowski Parkway (both […]

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Greek Festival

16 June 2022

PERTH AMBOY – Come and be Greek for the day! Everyone is invited to attend our Greek Festival by the Bay. Rain or Shine. Friday, June 17 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday, June 18 from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday June 19 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Authentic Greek Food, Entertainment, […]

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Community Events and Announcements

16 June 2022

Juneteenth Flag Raising PERTH AMBOY – Friends of Perth Amboy Legacy’s 2022 Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony. A Celebration of Freedom. Saturday June 18, 2022, at 3 p.m. at City Hall Circle, 260 High St, Perth Amboy N.J. Greek Festival PERTH AMBOY – Come and be Greek for the day! Everyone is invited to attend our […]

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Middlesex County Celebrates Pride Month (and more) this June with a Spectrum of Arts and Culture Events 

07 June 2022

Residents can enjoy a range of free exhibitions and events promoted by the Middlesex County Arts Institute  WHAT:  The Arts Institute of Middlesex County is presenting, promoting, and supporting a multitude of arts and culture events, exhibitions, and shows throughout the month of June. The month is packed with exciting programming primarily centered around celebrating […]

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Celebrating Memorial Day – Perth Amboy – South Amboy

02 June 2022

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THE COMMUNITY VOICE: Letters to the Editor

02 June 2022

New Postmaster South Amboy This has been my first official week and it is a great honor to serve South Amboy as your new Postmaster. In my years with the United States Postal Service, I have seen firsthand the role the Postal Service plays connecting neighbors and our community to the nation. Our Post Offices […]

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Fireworks Press Conference

02 June 2022

  5/20/22 Council Meeting • Click on photos to enlarge

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EDITORIAL: No, They are Not Disposable

02 June 2022

Let’s face it, men and women were put on this earth, and they are both built differently to produce life – bottom line! We always think of women when it comes to the primary care of a child even in marriage. But there are many instances where women are the breadwinner, and it makes more […]

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Talks Resume on the El Patio Bar License

02 June 2022

Special Public Meeting 5/23/22 By: Carolyn Maxwell PERTH AMBOY – At the beginning of the meeting, Council President William Petrick asked for a motion to go into closed session which started at 4:37 p.m. in order to review videos of incidents at bar. The council came back at 6:10 p.m. to resume the meeting. All […]

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Vitale, Coughlin & Lopez Joint Statement on Conclusion of Colonia High School Investigation

02 June 2022

Press Release 5/26/22 NEW JERSEY – “These conclusive test results have been crucial in ascertaining if there are environmental concerns at Colonia High School. We are thankful that, with this scientific and data-driven approach, students and teachers can be confident there is no threat to their health. “We would like to express our appreciation to […]

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Coughlin Calls Mental Health a “Cornerstone Policy Priority” as Concerns Rise Among Youth

02 June 2022

Press Release NEW JERSEY – As May marks National Mental Health Awareness Month, Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin (D-19th Dist.) is expressing concern over a recent study that shows 84% of parents with school-aged children believe there is a youth mental health crisis in the United States. Moreover, the study from Morning Consult shows that about […]

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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