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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

KOC Membership Drive

21 February 2014

FORDS – The Knights of Columbus Council 9199 is currently holding an open membership drive. The Knights of Columbus Council at Our Lady of Peace in Fords was chartered in 1986 and ever since has been a supporter of our parish, church, school, ministries and other groups within. With over 200 members already listed, they […]

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Sweetheart Dance

21 February 2014

PERTH AMBOY – Never too late to celebrate! Moose Lodge Sweetheart Dance Friday, February 28, 7 p.m. $50 couple. Let’s keep it local. Dinner and dancing all night. 989 Convery Blvd. Call 732- 826-7876 or 732-442-2827 for more info and tickets.

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Kick the Habit: Tobacco

21 February 2014

OLD BRIDGE – Raritan Bay Medical Center is providing a free stop smoking support program “Kick the Habit: Tobacco” Monday, March 3, 5 to 6p.m., at the medical center’s Old Bridge location, 3 Hospital Plaza. For more information and to register for the program, call 1-800-DOCTORS.

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LOOKING BACK: Early days of TV

21 February 2014

PERTH AMBOY – Kids watching television that you could write on the screen, circa 1960.

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Pierogi Sale

21 February 2014

PERTH AMBOY – St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Perth Amboy is having a pierogi sale from Monday, Feb. 24th to Friday, Feb. 28th. To place your order Call 732- 826-7067 between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All gourmet items are handmade. Potato Pierogi – $7. Pickup date is Tuesday Mar. 4th to Wednesday Mar. […]

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Arturo Schomburg – An Afro-Puerto Rican Contribution to Black History Month

20 February 2014

By Yvonne  Lopez (CEO – Puerto Rican Association for Human Development, Inc (PRAHD) PERTH AMBOY – This month the country celebrates the history and achievements of African Americans. We celebrate the contributions, large and small, made by the descendants of Africans; contributions that have made our country great.

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Business/Networking Seminar – Feb. 20

19 February 2014

PERTH AMBOY – Business/Networking Seminar – Enjoy a Free Buffet. Thursday, February 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Barge Restaurant, 201 Front St., Perth Amboy. Seating is limited, please RSVP. Call 732-442-6421 or via email: rtroche@perthamboynj.org. Speakers are Tillman Doe, Milton Paris, Reinaldo Villahermosa and Thomas Ploskanka. Topics are: How to comply […]

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Keep those Letters Coming! We Love to Hear From You!

19 February 2014

E-mail letters to the editor to amboyguardian@gmail.com or write to the paper at Letters to the Editor, The Amboy Guardian, P.O. Box 0127, Perth Amboy, NJ 08862-0127. Letters must include your full name, address and daytime telephone number or cell phone number for verification. If you are a public official, please include your title. All […]

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Accusations Fly Out

14 February 2014

Varela Asks for Security to Remove Audience Member  PERTH AMBOY – At the 2/6/14 Board of Education Meeting the hiring of a new Varsity Baseball Coach overshadowed all other agenda items. Amid controversy Alex Perez was appointed the Head Coach. The appointment is effective March 1, 2014 to June 30, 2014 at a pro-rated stipend […]

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Stolen, Retrieved, Missing

14 February 2014

PARA Meeting 2/4/14 PERTH AMBOY – During the PARA Meeting, there was approval for 3 meetings minutes: 9/6/11, 11/12/13 and 12/3/13. There was concern why the meeting of September 2011 was on the agenda. City Clerk Elaine Jasko who is also a PARA Member said there was an OPRA request because this meeting was not […]

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NJ Vienam Vets 2014 Paver Program Deadline Approaching

14 February 2014

News Release 2/6/14 HOMDEL – The deadline for ordering your engraved paving stone for the 2014 installation is fast approaching. For a $250 donation, a personal message of your choosing can be engraved on one of the pavers lining the sides of the Memorial walkway, thus becoming a permanent part of our state’s tribute to the men and […]

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EDITORIAL: Snow Job

14 February 2014

The big snow came on Monday, February 3 and the next day was not that terrific. Wednesday of the same week we had an ice storm.

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Handicapped & Senior Unawareness during Winter Storm Days

14 February 2014

Last Monday 2/3/14 the City of Perth Amboy was paralyzed due to the winter storm and a lack of cleaning of the sidewalks and streets of most of the Perth Amboy Business District. Another Winter Storm hits the City on Wednesday 2/5/14 with more slippery conditions and snow accumulations. Most of our handicapped and Seniors […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Bell Rings Breakfast Time

14 February 2014

The Home News and Courier ran an article back in 2010 about students being served breakfast prior to the start of classes. This was in Edison, N.J. This didn’t seem to be working out since less than 1% of eligible students were receiving breakfast. That was in 2010 so a time on the clock was […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Dissolution of Museums of Perth Amboy MOPA

14 February 2014

To: Honorable Wilda Diaz, Mayor City of Perth Amboy In July of 2013, due to health reasons, I had to retire from public life. Since that time MOPA has had no meetings or activities such as fund raising or planning activities. I was contacted recently about dissolving MOPA so I called a meeting of the […]

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Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation Receives $14,400 Grant

14 February 2014

-Funds Earmarked for New Fetal Heart Monitor-  News Release , 2/4/14 PERTHAMBOY-RaritanBay Medical Center Foundation recently received a $14,400 grant from the Northfield Bank Foundation for the purchase of a new fetal heart monitor. “Having these new and advanced electronic fetal heart monitors is essential to providing the best possible care to mother and baby,” […]

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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