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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

Legislators Press Governor To Restore Food Aid Resolution Directs Christie To Prevent Loss of Food Stamps

26 September 2014

News Release 9/15/14 TRENTON — Senator Raymond Lesniak on Monday introduced a resolution directing Governor Chris Christie to tap unused energy funds to prevent the loss of food aid to the needy, a move that would protect them from having food stamps cut by as much as $90 a month because of a rule change […]

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Bill to Connect Caregivers And Physicians to Improve Post-Hospital Care Approved by Health Panel

26 September 2014

TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senators Joseph F. Vitale and Linda R. Greenstein that would ensure that those taking care of patients after they leave the hospital are included in instructions on post-release care was approved today by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.

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Madden-Vitale Bill to Improve Newborn Screening Advances

26 September 2014

News Release 9/16/14 TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senators Fred H. Madden and Joseph F. Vitale to improve the state’s program for screening newborns for congenital disorders in New Jersey hospitals was approved yesterday by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee. “Newborn screening is essential to protecting the health and wellbeing of […]

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Taste of Perth Amboy, Oct 16 – advanced tickets required

25 September 2014

PERTH AMBOY –  Welcome the 2014 fall season with A Taste of Perth Amboy, Thursday, October 16 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the ZPA Cocktail Lounge, 281 Grace St., Perth Amboy. Cost $30 pp (2 for $50) Includes food, live entertainment and DJ. Wine tasting & cash bar available. A culinary event to […]

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100 Books 100 Years Party, Oct. 15

25 September 2014

SOUTH AMBOY – Wednesday Oct. 15, 3:30 p.m. at the Dowdell Library of South Amboy, 100 Harold G. Hoffman Plaza, South Amboy.  For more info call 732-721-6060. All Ages!

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Get A Job Workshop, Oct. 7

25 September 2014

SOUTH AMBOY – Tuesday Oct. 7 at 7 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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PRAHD After School Programs

25 September 2014

PERTH AMBOY – Puerto Rican Association for Human Development, Inc. (PRAHD) After School Programs at Escalar, 100 First St.,Perth Amboy and Family Friendly Center, 51 First Street, Perth Amboy from 3 p.m.-6 p.m. PRAHD After school programs are offered to children from the ages of 5-13 residing in the city of Perth Amboy. Certified Counselors […]

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Blessing of the Animals, Oct. 4

25 September 2014

PERTH AMBOY – The Blessing of the Animals will be held at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 183 Rector St., Perth Amboy on Saturday, October 4 at 4 p.m. It will be held outside if it’s fine, parish hall if it’s raining. All animals welcome! If you cannot bring your pet, bring a picture to be […]

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Lively Ladies Learning Fundraiser

25 September 2014

SOUTH AMBOY – Friday, October 3, from 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Columbiettes of South Amboy hosting Lively Ladies supporting Learning Fundraiser at the Knights of Columbus, 308 4th St, South Amboy, (open to community).

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Balance Screening and Physician Q&A

25 September 2014

PERTH AMBOY – Raritan Bay Medical Center’s Center for Balance is sponsoring a free Balance Screening and Physician Q&A event during National Fall Prevention Week on Wednesday, October 1, 5 to 6:30 p.m., at the medical center’s Old Bridge location, 3 Hospital Plaza, Suite 313,  Old Bridge, NJ. Falls are the number one cause of […]

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Healthy Heart Event, Oct. 3

25 September 2014

SAYREVILLE – Raritan Bay Medical Center is providing a healthy heart event providing free education about chronic heart conditions, medication management, blood pressure screening and heart rate testing  Friday, October 3, 11 a.m. to 12 noon, at the Sayreville Borough Hall, 167 Main St. High blood pressure and irregular heart rate is associated with stroke, […]

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We Keep You Moving Joint Replacement session, Oct. 3

25 September 2014

PERTH AMBOY – The Human Motion Institute at Raritan Bay Medical Center is sponsoring a free “We Keep You Moving” Total Joint Replacement Education session Friday, October 3, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at the medical center’s Perth Amboy location, 530 New Brunswick Ave.  Session will be presented by clinical specialists. Registration required, call 732-535-4746.

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Basic Newborn Care Class, Oct. 6

25 September 2014

PERTH AMBOY – Raritan Bay Medical Center is providing a Basic Newborn Care Class Monday, October 6, 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Raritan Bay Area YMCA, 357 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ.  Attendees will learn diapering, feeding, sleeping habits and CPR from an experienced registered nurse.   Cost is $50.00 per couple.  Make checks […]

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Diabetes Discussion Group, Oct. 1

25 September 2014

PERTH AMBOY – The Institute for Weight Loss at Raritan Bay Medical Center is sponsoring a free Diabetes Discussion Group meeting Wednesday, October 1, 7 to 8 p.m. at the Raritan Bay Area YMCA, 357 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ.  Clinical specialists will lead an open discussion about diabetes and a question and answer […]

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Our Lady of Hungary Class of 1984 Reunion

25 September 2014

PERTH AMBOY – The Class of 1984, from Our Lady of Hungary school, in Perth Amboy, N.J. (Catholic school from Kindergarten through Eighth grade) have planned a reunion, after finding us all through ‘Facebook’. The Our Lady of Hungary 30 year reunion (class of 1984), will meet at: Terrazza restaurant, 273 High Street, Perth Amboy, […]

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St. Joseph H.S. Second Annual 5K Run/Walk, Sept. 28

25 September 2014

METUCHEN- St. Joseph High School, Metuchen, will host the 2nd Annual Katch A Kure, a 5K Run/Walk, on Sunday, September 28, 2014 starting at 8:30 AM at St. Joseph High School, 145 Plainfield Avenue in Metuchen, NJ 08840. Proceeds will support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital which advances cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric […]

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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