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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

COMMUNITY VOICE: Wall Street Secret Club House?

31 January 2014

Look at this those people in high places. Wall Street has a club call Kappa Beta Phi or is it a secret society? You guess. They get together and hold a dinner party at a class A hotel in New York City and talk about things we don’t understand but they do. Let me guess how […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: The Fashions of Yesteryear

31 January 2014

Everywhere you look, you see girls & women with fur lined boots. Women today have warm feet. Going back to the 50’s, it wasn’t so. We had cold feet, what with nylon stockings and high heels made of leather. The typical winter outfit for a woman back then would be a full length winter coat […]

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EDITORIAL: Same Questions, Same Answers – Time to Take a Different Route

31 January 2014

Since the December 4th shooting of Dixon Rodriguez there have been peaceful marches asking that justice be served. One march that took place shortly after Dixon died started from Hall Avenue and at one point the marches proceeded down Smith Street and stopped at City Hall. At City Hall some of the marchers had signs […]

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The Amboys to Celebrate 283rd Birthday of America

31 January 2014

PERTH AMBOY & SOUTH AMBOY – The skies will again light up on Thursday, July 3, 2014. The towns of Perth and South Amboy will once again partner for a joint celebration of our nation’s birthday. Superstorm Sandy of 2012 knocked out any hopes of a fireworks celebration in 2013. The storm brought major damage […]

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ENOUGH!!!!

31 January 2014

PERTH AMBOY – The only truth to the statement made by Former Commissioner Peter Perez is that he has withdrawn his name from being reappointed for another term to the Housing Authority of the City of Perth Amboy (HACPA). As far as the other allegations are concerned, the HACPA has been investigated AD NAUSEUM at […]

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Statement Read by Pedro A. Perez at the Jan. 22 Caucus Meeting

31 January 2014

Rescinding My Application to Be Reappointed to the Housing Authority  PERTH AMBOY – Since 1989 I have proudly served the Perth Amboy Housing Authority Board of Commissioners with good standing. I am very proud of the many accomplishments of the Perth Amboy Housing Authority, such as the construction of the Otlowski Gardens on Convery Boulevard, […]

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Leslie Dominguez-Rodriguez Address at Jan. 22 Council Meeting

31 January 2014

Good evening, and Happy New Year to you all! It is so sad when concerned citizens, taxpayers, and residents who speak out during our council meetings or attending, continue to be harassed and bullied by local administration. It is even sadder to know that former councilman Fernando Gonzalez was attacked verbally after the first meeting […]

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TAX FACTS: Use IRS Adjusted Numbers For 2014 Tax Planning

31 January 2014

Courtesy of Tom Ploskanka Certain tax numbers are adjusted by the IRS for inflation each year. Here are some of the 2014 tax numbers you’ll need to use as you get started with this year’s tax planning. • The standard mileage rate for business driving decreases to 56¢ per mile for 2014. The rate for […]

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Security Officer From Raritan Bay Medical Center Arrested For Theft

31 January 2014

Press Release PERTH AMBOY – On Thursday, Jan. 23, Rodolfo Ruiz, age 34, was arrested and charged with theft. Rodolfo was employed by the Raritan Bay Medical Center, Perth Amboy Division, as a Security Officer. The theft occurred after a patient that was being treated in the emergency room, was transferred to another room for […]

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Sweeney Calls On Christie Administration To Provide Answers For Sandy Victims

31 January 2014

News Release 1/24/14 TRENTON – Senate President Steve Sweeney today called on the Christie administration to disclose how it plans to proceed with the critical task of getting Sandy victims back into their homes now that it has cancelled a contract with the Louisiana firm Hammerman and Gainer (HGI). The Christie administration awarded a multi-million […]

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Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – The Cathedral International- Perth Amboy

31 January 2014

*Photos by Eric Salvary

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Congratulations Rosie!

31 January 2014

Retirement Party Held at Mario’s Famous Pizza, Perth Amboy for 48 Years of Service to the Salvation Army  By Carolyn Maxwell PERTH AMBOY – I decided when I grow up, I want to be Rosie Weikel.

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Kick the Habit

31 January 2014

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

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Tour of The Berkow Maternity Pavilion

31 January 2014

PERTH AMBOY – Raritan Bay Medical Center’s monthly tour of The Berkow Maternity Pavilion and family health information open house will be held Wednesday, February 12, at 6 or 7 p.m. Newly expectant parents are invited to take the tour and learn about the maternity unit’s modern comforts designed to provide a calm and relaxing […]

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Yoga for Back Health

31 January 2014

SAYREVILLE – Yoga For Back Health on Saturday, February 15th from 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. at 210 Main Street, Sayreville. Price: $60 for 8 classes. You need a yoga mat, a towel and water. Questions? Or to receive a registration form, please email zumbasayreville@gmail.com or call Denise 732-525-9536 Help support Christ Church. *Donation not […]

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Super Bowl XLVIII Party

31 January 2014

SOUTH AMBOY – Super Bowl XLVIII Party at South Amboy Elks Lodge, 601 Washington Ave, Sunday, February 2 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. With Covered Dish – $15 Per Person. Without Covered Dish – $25 Per Person. All Are Welcome!!!!!

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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