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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

LOOKING BACK

22 November 2013

PERTH AMBOY – City Hall Circle. On November 20, 1789 the Bill of Rights was signed in Perth Amboy. Reenacting the event on November 20, 1989 were (L to R) Tony Massopust, John K. Dyke, Kurt Epps and J.V. Costello.

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Knights of Columbus Adult Christmas Party

22 November 2013

PARLIN – Our Lady of Victory Knights of Columbus # 2061 will be hosting its Annual Adult Christmas Party at the Council home, located at 775 Washington Rd Parlin, directly across from the Parlin Post Office, on Saturday December 7th from 7 to 12 pm. Tickets are $ 35 pp and include dinner, open bar, […]

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Gift Auction/Tricky Tray

22 November 2013

Sunday, November 24, 2013 St. John’s Church Hall 404 Division Street, Perth Amboy Great Prizes! Raffles! Door Prizes! Free Cake, Coffee and Tea. Doors open at 10:45 a.m. Drawings begin at 1:30 p.m. American and Ethnic Food. Eat In or Take Out. Tickets $5 in Advance, $7 at the Door No one under 18 years […]

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Christms Parade, Tree Lighting & Duck Race

22 November 2013

PERTH AMBOY – In the Spirit of Community and Giving,  The City of Perth Amboy presents the Annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, on Sunday, Dec. 8. Parade begins at 5 p.m. at the corner of Wilson and Smith Streets. Please join us as we honor the Grand Marshals of the parade: Pastor Bernadette Falcon-Lopez, […]

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Tricky Tray in Lawrence Harbor

22 November 2013

LAURENCE HARBOR – The St. Lawrence Alter Rosary Society will hold their annual Tricky Tray on Sunday, Dec. 8 in the Parish Hall, Laurence Pkwy, Laurence Harbor. Doors open at 12:20 p.m., bids will start at 2 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Tickets are $10 and include two cards. NO ONE UNDER 18 […]

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Knights of Columbus Blood Drive

22 November 2013

PARLIN – Our Lady of Victory Knights of Columbus are holding a blood drive on Sunday, Dec. 8 from 8:30 to 1:30 p.m. The K of C is located at 775 Washington Road, directly across from the Parlin post office. If you have any questions, please call the council home at 732-257-2061.

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Perth Amboy: Varela Retains Seat, Newcomer Bermudez & Lebreault Rebounds

15 November 2013

South Amboy: Kevin S. Riley Winner, Plus Two Write-ins PERTH AMBOY & SOUTH- AMBOY – In Perth Amboy, Sam Lebreault and Israel Varela scored more than a victory in the Nov. 5 School Board Election. A few days after the election, Suspended Superintendent Dr. Janine Walker-Caffrey was dealt another blow when the state refused to reinstate her. Varela and Lebreault […]

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South Amboy Liquor Licensees May Need Cameras Outside Properties

15 November 2013

Mayor Henry Answers Critics By: Joseph L. Kuchie SOUTH AMBOY – The South Amboy City Council discussed a recommendation from Chief of Police Darren Lavigne for all business owners who have a liquor license to install cameras outside their properties. The mandatory installation of cameras would help the police with investigations that occur outside places […]

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Perth Amboy Veteran’s Day Ceremony

15 November 2013

*Photos by Paul W. Wang

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Henry Responds to Critics

15 November 2013

By: Joseph L. Kuchie SOUTH AMBOY – South Amboy Mayor Fred Henry addressed the criticism he received at last month’s city council meeting about the anniversary of Hurricane Sandy. Comments were made about Henry and council members about their lack of attendance at the waterfront for the lighting ceremony on the anniversary of Superstorm Sandy. […]

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Break-ins, Ferry Service, Topics of Discussion South Amboy Council Meeting 10/29/13

15 November 2013

  By: Katherine Massopust SOUTH AMBOY – At the 10/29/13 South Amboy Council Meeting, it was noted that Councilwoman Christine Noble attended the Light Up New Jersey Ceremony which took place at the South Amboy Waterfront and commemorated the One Year Anniversary of Superstorm Sandy. It was also mentioned that Mayor Fred Henry went to […]

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It Was Striking

15 November 2013

I often notice what’s on the bulletin boards on the corner of Madison Avenue & Market Street in Perth Amboy. This particular picture above was very striking. The first time I saw it was at night when it was illuminated. I immediately took out my cell phone and snapped a shot of it.

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COMMUNITY VOICE: The New High School

15 November 2013

There is talk about a new High School for Perth Amboy. Here are my comments. There is space just west of the current High School. It could be built on the site of what is now Waters Stadium, just a short walk away. That existing street would be blocked to vehicle traffic. Waters Stadium has […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Hurray for Halloween!

15 November 2013

It was truly great to see so many children out and trick or treating in South Amboy this past Halloween. We were way overdue for a festive Halloween. Seeing so many families out and kids enjoying the day reminded me of the days when I was a kid going door to door. The weather was […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Clearing Up Obamacare

15 November 2013

Regarding the “Affordable Care Act (ACA)”, some things need to be cleared up for many Americans and other “failed policy apologists” that are failing their families and communities daily. As of this writing, 800,000 New Jersey citizens have fallen victim to insurance policy cancellations. The reason for this is that under the ACA (ObamaCare), these […]

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Veridian Partners Tears Down Old Water Tower – Perth Amboy

15 November 2013

*Photos by Paul W. Wang

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