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

Waste Not Want Not

10 April 2015

PERTH AMBOY – Councilman Joel Pabon and Council President Lisa Nanton were not afraid to step in it. On Brace Avenue and in the Washington Park area there have been problems with people walking there because of animal waste. Pabon said, “We need to start ticketing violators, because the City will have to take care […]

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Incident at McGinnis School

10 April 2015

Statement from Board of Ed president follows below. PERTH AMBOY – There were reports that 8th Grade Students at McGinnis school were forced to put on their backpacks and march up and down the stairs during school hours. This was allegedly under the orders of Principal Dr. Myrna Garcia. McGinnis School Principal Dr. Myrna Garcia […]

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Repeat, Repeat, Repeat Offender…

10 April 2015

PERTH AMBOY – 3/25/15 Council Meeting. Councilman Joel Pabon and City Attorney Mark Blunda were concerned about a list that former Councilman Kenneth Balut handed out. This handout showed over 29 incidents that took place at a bar at 417 Fayette St. from 12/9/14 thru 12/31/14. The complaints listed loud music, but there were several […]

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When Teamwork Translates Into Skills Training

10 April 2015

Press Release PERTH AMBOY – Late last fall, the Puerto Rican Association For Human Development, Inc. (PRAHD) and the Northeast Regional Council of Carpenters (NRCC) agreed to create a unique training program that offers a path and a ray of hope to the unemployed or underemployed. We established a pre-apprenticeship program that allows participants to […]

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Driving Privilege Cards for Undocumented Residents

10 April 2015

PERTH AMBOY – When Fernando Gonzalez was sitting on the Council, he had requested as a topic of discussion Bills supporting special driving privilege cards for Undocumented Immigrants. Carlos Rojas came before the Council at the 2/9/15 Caucus Meeting to speak on behalf on why these privileges are needed. On the 3/11/15 Council Meeting, R-119-3/15 […]

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Elevating the Issue

10 April 2015

PERTH AMBOY – Resident Dot Daniel had a major concern that was brought to the attention of the Council at the 3/25/15 Meeting. “The elevator has been out of order in City Hall for a month now. This is a government building and should be accessible for the handicapped.” Business Administrator Jillian Barrick said, “The […]

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Business Financing Seminar for Small Businesses

10 April 2015

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Letter Carriers Food Drive, May 9

10 April 2015

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy Post Office will take part in the National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive which will take place on Saturday, May 9. Non-perishable foods can be brought to the Post Office during regular business hours on that day. Containers will be located inside the Post Office to place your […]

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Knights of Columbus Shield Awards

10 April 2015

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Storytime & Craft

10 April 2015

SOUTH AMBOY – Wednesdays in April at 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Dowdell Library of South Amboy, 100 Harold G. Hoffman Plaza, South Amboy.  For more info call 732-721-6060.

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B-Men Retreat

10 April 2015

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Shull School’s Second Annual ‘Shullympics’ Competition, Apr. 15

10 April 2015

Press Release PERTH AMBOY – Many of us reflect on our middle school experiences as a time of transformation. For most, this transformation is full of memories, both positive and negative. At Samuel E. Shull Middle School in Perth Amboy, the faculty has made some bold moves to create a positive middle school experience for […]

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Ferry Slip Museum Meeting, Apr. 20

10 April 2015

PERTH AMBOY – Come join us at “The Little Museum That Could” where YOUR volunteer efforts will really make a BIG difference! The Ferry Slip Museum cordially invites you to our reorganization meeting on Monday, April 20 at 7 p.m. Whether it’s a class of young children or a WWII veteran – everyone who visits […]

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LOOKING BACK: The Saints

10 April 2015

PERTH AMBOY – The Saints Drum & Bugle Corps, Fords, NJ marches down State Street in  a parade *Photo Courtesy of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library This photo was restored under a grant for the Kearny Cottage Archiving project by the Middlesex Cultural and Heritage Commission

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Scholarships Available To Residents of Greater Budapest Neighborhood

08 April 2015

PERTH AMBOY – The Jewish Renaissance Foundation (JRF) located at 149 Kearny Ave, Perth Amboy, is offering scholarships for educational purposes and summer camps. All applications are due on May 22, 2015.  No applications will be accepted after this date. Educational scholarships can cover: certifications and licensures, conferences, colleges and vocational skills courses.  Educational Scholarship […]

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Convenience for Perth Amboy Taxpayers

08 April 2015

PERTH AMBOY – Mayor Wilda Diaz is pleased to announce that the City of Perth Amboy’s tax office is now offering online tax services for payment. This online program would also allow residents to access their tax account information through the City’s website for their convenience. Nest taxes are due by  May 1, 2015. Visit […]

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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