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

South Amboy Council Mourns Loss of Gerald Celecki

30 October 2015

By: Joseph L. Kuchie SOUTH AMBOY – The South Amboy City Council recognized the passing of fireman Gerald “Bear” Celecki at last Wednesday’s council meeting. Celecki, 70, died in the line of duty on October 7th while responding to a call on Parker Avenue. The council began the meeting with a moment of silence for […]

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Suggested Formation for Committee for Handicapped Parking

30 October 2015

PERTH AMBOY – One of the topics for discussion at the 10/14/15 Meetings was a procedure for application denial/handicapped parking. Interim B.A. Peter Pelissier said, “We are looking to forming a committee which would consist of personnel from Code Enforcement, the City Clerk’s Office and the Police Department.” City Clerk Elaine Jasko stated, “An applicant […]

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Looking to Increase Safety, Ridership & Parking in Train Station Area

30 October 2015

PERTH AMBOY – 10/15/15 Caucus Meeting –  R-462 –  Authorizing the submission of an application to the NJ Department of Transportation for the Safe Streets to Transit Grant. Executive Director Office of Economic and Community Development Perth Amboy Redevelopment Agency Annie Hindenlang stated, “The focal point would be to attract people that are on the […]

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Mayor Diaz Announces a Soft Opening for the Public Library

30 October 2015

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EDITORIAL: A Sure Thing

30 October 2015

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Letters to the Editor

30 October 2015

A Lot of Love There was a lot of love in Perth Amboy the evening of October 10.  On the beautiful ship, Cornucopia “St. Charles Vessel”, Celebrate Perth Amboy recognized our non-profit organization with their amazing black/pink tie gala.  Delicious food, great music, inspirational speeches and a wonderful MC, the evening could not have been […]

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SLIDE SHOW: BID Car Show

30 October 2015

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Amboy Bankers Building a House that Rocks

30 October 2015

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Amistad, Holocaust and Perth Amboy History to be Taught in Perth Amboy Schools

30 October 2015

By: Katherine Massopust PERTH AMBOY – Chief Literacy Officer Dr. Damian Medina spoke at the 10/15/15 Board of Education Meeting explaining the new social studies program in the Perth Amboy School System. There is a State mandate to teach a well-rounded history and social studies program which includes Black History and the history of the […]

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Perth Amboy History Revived In Our Schools!

30 October 2015

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SLIDE SHOW: Pink Ribbon Gala

30 October 2015

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Sharon Nelson – Funeral Arrangements

28 October 2015

On Behalf of the Nelson family, we would like to thank everyone for their prayers and support during this time of bereavement. Special thanks to the Perth Amboy Fire Department, Police and Emergency Responders. Services will be held as follows: Friday October 30, 2015 First Baptist Church 130 Sewaren Ave, Sewaren, NJ 07077 Wake: 5 […]

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Important Halloween Notice from Perth Amboy Police Department

27 October 2015

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy Police Department is asking for your cooperation in preventing CRIMINAL MISCHIEF on October 30th & 31st.  Do NOT sell the following items to anyone under the age of 18: MARKERS   •   EGGS   •   SOAP   •   SHAVING CREAM. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

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HALLOWEEN CURFEW

27 October 2015

ATTENTION PERTH AMBOY RESIDENTS: Effective on the following dates: FRIDAY, October 30, 2015 & SATURDAY, October 31, 2015 For your safety, ALL Children 17 years of age and younger (unless accompanied by a parent/guardian) MUST be off the streets by 6:00 p.m.

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SAFD Statement Regarding Firefighter Gerald “Bear” Celecki

23 October 2015

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Mayor Diaz Appoints New Interim Administrator

23 October 2015

Press Release 10/15/15 PERTH AMBOY – Mayor Wilda Diaz announces the appointment of Peter H. Pelissier, as the Interim City Administrator for the City of Perth Amboy. “I am so pleased to appoint Mr. Peter Pelissier as Interim City Administrator,” said Mayor Wilda Diaz.  “He is a professional, a veteran and an experienced administrator who […]

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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