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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

Water Department Questioned About Bill

02 August 2015

PERTH AMBOY – The owner of the PayRite Liquor Store on Smith Street came before the Council ask for their help about a discrepancy in his water bill. He explained, “On April 21, 2015 our water was turned off because the bill wasn’t paid. One bill was for $4,800 where I was fortunate to be […]

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Promotion Ceremony Police & Fire Departments

31 July 2015

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New Controversial Public Participation Rules Proposed

31 July 2015

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Parking Meters Close to Yellow Lines & Another Follow up on Angled Parking

31 July 2015

7/6/15 Caucus  Meeting PERTH AMBOY – Resident Alan Silber questioned the number of yellow lines being painted on the curbs on Market Street. “A couple years ago, there was a ticket blitz that happened in the middle of the night.” Silber encouraged the Council Members to take a ride down Market Street so they could see […]

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You Gotta Be Blind! 6/24/15 Perth Amboy Council Meeting

31 July 2015

PERTH AMBOY – Bruck Avenue Resident Ken Balut said he was still waiting for his Residential Parking Sticker. “People are parked on my street illegally and some may have been political contributors.” Business Administrator Jillian Barrick told Balut, “The Traffic Department did a study on Bruck Avenue and determined that there was ample parking. Balut […]

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EDITORIAL: Education: The Equalizer

31 July 2015

We recently had an interview with the new Superintendent. The interview took place at the conference room in his office at the Barracks Street Administration Building. There were a couple of things that struck a chord with us in conversation. Dr. Roman told us about his background and how he had dropped out of High […]

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Meet the New Superintendent: An Interview with Dr. David Roman

31 July 2015

As Submitted by Dr. David Roman AG: I usually start by asking the proper spelling of one’s name. DR: The spelling of my name: David Roman AG: What town were you born in and where did you grow up? DR: I was born & raised in Brooklyn, NY. AG: What made you interested in education? […]

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The Community Voice: Letter to the editor

31 July 2015

Ain’t No Churchill The Iran Deal announced in today’s news brings back memories or a similar deal when Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain waived a piece of paper, the deal Britain with Adolph Hitler in 1938 and shouting, “Peace in our time!” By terms of this deal Britain and the Western Allies signed a treaty whereby […]

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Andrew Toth

Will showers encourage people?

31 July 2015

7/6/15 Caucus PERTH AMBOY – R-318 -7/15 – Accepting a Neighborhood Community Revitalization Grant from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority in the amount of $1,993,310.00 Andew Toth, Senior Planner, Office of Economic an Community Development gave a more detailed explanation of what this grant entails. “It will be used for recreational utilities for the […]

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Weinberg-Vitale Bill Expanding Prescription Monitoring Program Signed Into Law

31 July 2015

News Release 7/20/15 TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg and Senate Health Chairman Joseph F. Vitale to update, expand and improve the state’s Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) to protect against patient abuse of addictive prescription medications was signed into law today. “Expanding the monitoring program will begin the process of proactively […]

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Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation Names New Executive Director

31 July 2015

News Release 7/17/15 PERTH AMBOY – Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation, a private, non-profit organization that has raised millions of dollars to support various healthcare services at Raritan Bay Medical Center (RBMC), has appointed Linda M. Hill, PharmD, as its new Executive Director. “I am delighted that Linda will be leading the Raritan Bay Medical […]

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SLIDE SHOW: Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library Barnes & Noble Book Fair

31 July 2015

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PRAHD Hosts Luncheon for 2015 Roberto Clemente Honorees

31 July 2015

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SLIDE SHOW: Venetian Grand Opening, South Amboy

31 July 2015

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Perth Amboy, NJ Native Graduates from the U.S. Naval Academy

31 July 2015

Press Release PERTH AMBOY – Annapolis, Md. Christopher Michael Troche of Perth Amboy, N.J. successfully completed four years of challenging academic, physical and professional military training, graduating from The U.S. Naval Academy, May 22, 2015 with a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Commission as a U.S. Marine Corps 2nd Lt.  He is a 2011 […]

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American Conference on Diversity conference for early childhood educators, August 25

31 July 2015

Press Release PERTH AMBOY – How to talk about the recent racially charged incidents that are in the headlines with children? Do you feel that you have enough insight on diversity and inclusion issues? On August 25, the American Conference on Diversity will empower early childhood educators with the skills to build more inclusive learning […]

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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
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