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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: Thanks for the Happy Memories

01 November 2013

I was greatly impressed by Helen Leonard’s letter in the 10/9/2013 Amboy Guardian. Like her I was also a kid during the Great Depression. It was a much more different time than the Great Recession of today. First of all the spirit of the people was more upbeat and optimistic than today. We were not […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: The Clock is Running

01 November 2013

Think for a minute or two. How many times did you check your watch today? Time to shower or shave, time to have breakfast if you have time or grab a cup of coffee to be on time for work in the rush hour traffic. Your work day is over so it is time to […]

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2014 Historic Perth Amboy Calendars For Sale

01 November 2013

PERTH AMBOY – The Friends of Perth Amboy Free Public Library and The Kearny Cottage Historical Society have teamed up to create Historical Calendars with never before seen photos of Historic Perth Amboy. Calendars are $10 each and are available at the Barge Restaurant, 201 Front St., Perth Amboy City Hall, High Street and Fertigs […]

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Pet Costume Contest

01 November 2013

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy Animal Shelter located at 597 Fayette Street will be hosting a Halloween Pet Costume Contest on October 31 between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. (rain or shine). For more information call 732-324-3877

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Veterans’ Day Services

01 November 2013

SAYREVILLE – The Veterans of Foreign Wars of Post #4699 with the Post Commander and President Ladies Auxiliary of Sayreville, will hold services on November 11 at 11 a.m. Morning at the Sayreville Borough on Main Street, Sayreville. There will be many speakers for this special occasion and services for our veterans to honor them. […]

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Tricky Tray

01 November 2013

PERTH AMBOY – There will be a Tricky Tray at the Calvin Hungarian Reformed Church, corner of School Street and No. James Street (use Ross Street entrance. Saturday, November 9th. Doors open at 4 p.m.; Drawing at 6 p.m. Hungarian Food available. Free cake and coffee with $5 admission. Bring a non-perishable food item for […]

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United for Perth Amboy Pig Roast & BBQ – Pepinos, Perth Amboy -10/19/13

01 November 2013

*Photos by Paul W. Wang

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Opening of Democratic Headquarters, Perth Amboy -10/17/13

01 November 2013

*Photos by Paul W. Wang

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Classic Car Show, Woodbridge 10/8/13

01 November 2013

*Photos by Karli Huber

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Hy Tavern Presents Check to JRF for Women’s Health Services

01 November 2013

PERTH AMBOY – The Hy Tavern Gang presents a check for $3,500 to JRF. (L to R) Adel Tawfik, Rosy Gonzalez, Harry Scheman, JRF CEO & President Alan Goldsmith, Hy Tavern Owner Marie (Ree- Ree) Santos & Mark Roberts from JRF. *Photo by Paul W. Wang

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All You Can Eat Breakfast

01 November 2013

PERTH AMBOY – The Holy Name Society of Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Perth Amboy is having an “All You Can Eat Breakfast” Sunday, Nov. 17 to be held in the church’s school cafeteria on Meredith St. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for 12 to 17 year […]

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Civil War Roundtable

01 November 2013

WOODBRIDGE – The next meeting of the Robert E. Lee Civil War Roundtable of Central New Jersey will be held on November 4, 2013, at the Woodbridge Public Library. This month’s guest speaker is author Scott Mingus, whose latest book is “Extra Billy” Smith, which will be the topic of discussion for the evening. Mr. […]

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LOOKING BACK

01 November 2013

PERTH AMBOY – Circa 1950’s.  Perth Amboy High School Art Students painted store windows for Halloween.

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AD: Hot Dog Rally for Democratic Candidates

31 October 2013

Join Us for an Old Fashion Hot Dog Rally For Our Democratic Candidates Column B Raise the Minimum Wage:  Vote “Yes” on Question 2 Sun. Nov. 3, 2013 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Perth Amboy Democratic HQ 336A State St., Perth Amboy Paid For by the Perth Amboy Democratic Organization, Linda K. […]

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Putting the Issue to Rest: Home Will Go to A Perth Amboy Resident

25 October 2013

PERTH AMBOY – Blair Schleicher, Executive Director of Morris Habitat for Humanity fielded questions from the Council at the 10/7/13 Caucus Meeting. At a previous Caucus Meeting, another representative from Morris Habitat for Humanity said that applicants that were eligible for the house were from different towns and they couldn’t guarantee that a Perth Amboy […]

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Derek Jess Appointed Acting School Superintendent by Perth Amboy BOE

25 October 2013

Jess Will Conduct Meetings Until Permanent Replacement Found – By Katherine Massopust & Carolyn Maxwell — PERTH AMBOY – Board Secretary Derek Jess was appointed Acting Superintendent of Schools for a period of three months. Board Member Maria Garcia asked if an interim Superintendent needs to be certified. The Board Attorney answered that it is […]

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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
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