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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

Toy Drive

06 December 2013

SOUTH AMBOY – South Amboy Elks #784, 601 Washington Ave. South Amboy, is Collecting Toys for Families in Need. New unwrapped toys may be dropped off at the lodge between the hours of 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. each day of the week. Please Help Us Help Others!!

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Christmas Bake Sale

06 December 2013

PERTH AMBOY – St. John’s the Baptist Orthodox Church, 404 Division St. Call 732-826- 7067 to place orders between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Dec. 9 to Dec. 13/ Cakes include: nut, poppy seed, apricot, raspberry and prune. Prices are $11 each. Pickup dates are Dec. 17 to Dec. 19.

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A Drive Through Christmas Story

06 December 2013

OLD BRIDGE – “A Drive Through The Christmas Story” will be presented again this year by Sayre Woods Bible Church. This is a display of ten life-sized Bible scenes including live characters, animals, holiday music, scripture, and a running storyline by way of a CD which enables you to go on a guided tour both […]

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Thanksgiving Place Mats 

06 December 2013

*Photos Submitted  FORDS – Mrs. Delana Smith, Art Teacher at Our Lady of Peace School in Fords worked with her students to make Thanksgiving Place Mats for our local nursing home. Pictured are OLP 2nd and 4th graders who strived to produce their finest art work for a good cause just in time for their […]

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Perth Amboy Catholic School Service Project

06 December 2013

PERTH AMBOY – As part of a continuing series of Community Service Projects by Perth Amboy Catholic School, students made Merry Christmas Cards to be given out by New York Citymeals on Wheels. The cards will be given out at Christmas to all homebound elderly clients.

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Thanksgiving at Salvation Army – Perth Amboy

06 December 2013

*Photos by Carolyn Maxwell PERTH AMBOY – Volunteers from Faith Fellowship Church in Sayreville along with some of their family members and other local organizations served meals to those in need at the Perth Amboy Salvation Army facility.

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Thanksgiving Day at Senior Center, Olive Street, Perth Amboy

06 December 2013

*Photos by Carolyn Maxwell PERTH AMBOY – Over 1000 people were served on Thanksgiving Day at the Alexander Jankowski Senior Center at Olive Street. Renovation House served over 600 people at the center and made 400 deliveries to those who could not attend the event.

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LOOKING BACK: 1961 Industrial League

06 December 2013

PERTH AMBOY – 1961 Industrial Champs, Indiana General win over Chevron. Top Row (L to R) Mike Pluckter, Wes Rose, George Franz, Tom Weber, Joe Cuff, Jerry Otto. Bottom Row (L to R) Ed Jacobsen, Paul Thomas, Bernie Szmereta, George Simko.

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Rubber Duck Race Schedule Update – Dec 8, Perth Amboy

05 December 2013

Overview of 1st Annual Duck Race: IMPORTANT UPDATE! (12/5/13) Due to inclement weather predicted on the day of the race, we are splitting the Rubber Duck Race into a race at the YMCA at 3 p.m. and a Raffle (of the ducks who “won” the race) to determine prizes at PERTH AMBOY CITY HALL at […]

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Annual Holiday Tree Lighting And Fire Truck Parade – Thursday, Dec. 5

04 December 2013

SOUTH AMBOY – At the Transit Plaza on Broadway Thursday, Dec. 5. “Come visit Santa at our Christmas Village!” Santa will arrive at 6:30 p.m. for the “Kids Annual Meet And Greet.” Free hot chocolate, cookies, candy and holiday entertainment! Don’t miss our annual fire/first aid holiday parade! Prize for the best decorated vehicle! This […]

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Proprietary House Historic Tours & Tea

04 December 2013

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2013 | 1:00- 5:00 P.M. Stop by before the Annual Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting The Proprietary House Museum is decorated for the holidays and open every second Sunday of the month from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. for FREE tours and a tea ($7 per person) located on 149 Kearny Avenue. The […]

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Holiday Bingo – Dec. 11

02 December 2013

PERTH AMBOY – Wednesday, Dec. 11, Community Breakfast & Bingo. Second Floor Dayroom – 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Alameda Center, 303 Elm Street, Perth Amboy. Open to the public. For more info call 732-442-9540. Please RSVP to Amy or Gladys at ext. 7733.

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Maurer Road: Will the Famous Hole in the Wall be Closed?

29 November 2013

PERTH AMBOY – The 11/13/13 Caucus/Council Meeting. Communication #10 on the agenda: Mayor Wilda Diaz recommending to the Board of Chosen Freeholders the Right of Way of Maurer Road in the City of Perth Amboy be vacated subject to a letter submitted by Buckeye Pipeline Partners. (11/4/13) In discussing the closure of this road, Chief Benjamin […]

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Housing Authority Report Requested

29 November 2013

Resident Demands Answers PERTH AMBOY – Caucus Meeting of 11/13/13. Communication #6. Gregory C. Fehrenbach, B.A. advising Dorothy Carty-Daniel to provide the City Council with a report from the Housing Authority and the Board of PARTNER containing the total compensation of all staff and professionals utilized by these two entities. The report should be submitted […]

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Where Are There Shelters?

29 November 2013

Women Left in the Cold PERTH AMBOY – Resident Reinaldo Aviles came before the Council at the 11/13/13 Council Meeting. He was very concerned about the Salvation Army no longer taking women at the shelter. There was some discussion as to the lack of shelter for women. It was mentioned that the closest shelters are […]

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Hole in the Wall

29 November 2013

The Hole in the Wall has been used for years as a shortcut to go between State Street and Amboy Avenue. Now it is the subject of closure to accommodate construction on the adjacent property.

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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