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This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

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Army Program Offers Free Test Prep, Online Study Programs

26 August 2016

Press Release 8/22/16 UNITED STATES – Students seeking help with preparing for college entrance exams or looking to improve math, English and science skills can do so for free with the March2Success.com online study program. In addition to test preparation materials and self-paced study programs, the site offers seven full-length free practice tests for both […]

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After 37 Years, the Foundation Stands Stronger Than Ever

26 August 2016

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Perth Amboy Mayor Diaz Plans Block Party

26 August 2016

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Vitale-Sweeney Bill Advances

26 August 2016

Extends Unemployment Benefits to Workers on Strike News Release 8/1/16 TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senator Joseph F. Vitale and Senate President Steve Sweeney that would extend unemployment insurance benefits to workers on strike during a labor dispute cleared the Senate. “Every worker deserves fair compensation and to be treated with dignity. When a breakdown […]

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Profile: Commander Steven Tarr III, US Navy

26 August 2016

Submitted by Valentine Tarr SOUTH AMBOY – Commander Tarr is a native of South Amboy, New Jersey. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, with the class of 2000 and a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Following initial training, he served on USS LOUISVILLE (SSN 724) in Pearl Harbor, […]

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This Week in World War II: 75 Years Ago

26 August 2016

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Pet of the Week

26 August 2016

This is Gucci. She is 4 years old and my life…I actually taught her how to say hello and it’s clear as day …. No one believes me unless they hear it for themselves. Denise Have a  Special Pet? Email us your Pet Photos to AmboyGuardian@gmail.com with Pet of the Week in the Subject line […]

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LOOKING BACK

26 August 2016

 

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POEM: Bubba’s Grill

25 August 2016

Bubba’s Grill If you want to eat the best barbecue in town Just go to Bubba’s Grill Where ever he’s barbecuing that’s the place to be Your taste buds will be pleading for more His barbecue sauce is “finger looking good’ He’s “The Master Barbecue Chef” If it’s not done on a grill It isn’t […]

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Community Calendar for week of August 24, 2016

25 August 2016

Drums Alive Fitness Class SOUTH AMBOY – The Knights of Columbus in South Amboy will be running another session of Drums Alive Fitness class starting on Thursday, August 4. The class starts at 7 p.m. and ends at 7:50 p.m. The cost is $65 for 8 classes.  Part of the proceeds benefit the Columbian Club […]

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Oops! Typos Dominate Conversation

19 August 2016

Planning Board Terms Still Front and Center • See related documents at the end of this article. PERTH AMBOY – 8/8/16 Caucus: Communication No.11: Mayor Wilda Diaz appointing the following to the Planning Board effective immediately: (8/1/16) Thomas Hudanish – Class IV, expires 12/31/20; Sergio Diaz – Class IV, expires 12/31/20; Edwin Arlequin – Alternate […]

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You’re Violating the Law!

19 August 2016

8/8/16 Caucus & 8/10/16 Council Meetings PERTH AMBOY – R-352-8/16 Authorizing an extension of the professional services contract for Bruce Kaplan as the City’s Benefit Consultant until September 30, 2016. When it came time for the reading of this Resolution, Business Administrator Adam Cruz requested that this item be tabled. “We are violating the public […]

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EDITORIAL: Everybody Can’t Live Here Pt. 2

19 August 2016

All  new construction whether it be Residential, Single Family Homes and/or Apartment Complexes will affect all residents. It is incumbent on all Municipal Board Members to keep that in mind when voting on such projects. Some Members of the Planning Board have been very outspoken about how proposed multi-unit developments will be a detriment to […]

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THE COMMUNITY VOICE: Letter to the Editor

19 August 2016

Ambling: “Front Yards” The Amboy Ambler II is ambling again to observe our great city to make observation’s, glean knowledge and wisdom and make folks aware of our environment.  This time, the Ambler is looking at the front yards that abound in our city.  The Ambler started ambling on High Street where front yards are […]

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Homeless Population Count Discussed

19 August 2016

8/8/16 Caucus Meeting PERTH AMBOY – Dave Benyola came forward to give a presentation as requested by Business Administrator Adam Cruz. Some of the stats presented by Benyola was a recent study by Middlesex County. Benyola said, “There are 836 sheltered homeless and 1442 homeless on the streets. Of this number (Middlesex County), 5% of […]

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Mural to be Painted under the Raritan Yacht Club

19 August 2016

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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