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South Amboy’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

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This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

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Holiday Activities

17 December 2021

Breakfast with Santa & Toy Giveaway PERTH AMBOY – Edison Jaquez presents Breakfast with Santa & Toy Giveaway. Saturday, December 18 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at PRAHD, 100 First St., Perth Amboy. Must be registered to receive a toy. Email yvonnelopez1229@gmail.com. Sponsored by Sharpened Mindz, PRAHD, Cathedral Commundo, and LAHOZ. Holiday Cookie Walk […]

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EDITORIAL: A Christmas Truce

17 December 2021

Let’s face it. This year has been very challenging. The country has been divided on a slew of different issues, but as the Christmas season approaches, it’s time for everyone to call a truce. We are going to leave you with this story: “Even at the distance of a century, no war seems more terrible […]

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THE COMMUNITY VOICE: Letters to the Editor

17 December 2021

The True Meaning of Christmas It’s that time of the year! We celebrate and enjoy Christmas with family and friends, watching children unwrapping their gifts from Santa Claus. It is a time to forget the world’s problems; it’s a day to remember and understand the true meaning of Christmas. Let no one stop you from […]

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Celebration of Hanukkah, Perth Amboy Public Library, Jefferson Street, 12/2/21

17 December 2021

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Arguments Over Appointees to Municipal Boards and Removing Fluoride from the City’s Water Among Topics Discussed

17 December 2021

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Latino and Black Voices Unite to Create Mental Health Agenda Advocate for Mental Health Equity for Communities of Color

17 December 2021

Press Releasee 12/1/21 The Latino Action Network Foundation today released two policy reports focused on the current state of Latino and Black communities in New Jersey. Among the recommendations, the LAN Foundation calls for funding for pathways to help bridge the gap for Black and Latinx persons seeking to obtain mental health degrees and licensure […]

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Perth Amboy Council Meeting

17 December 2021

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Violence Prevention Bill Action

17 December 2021

Benson & Lopez Legislation to Prevent Violence Against Rail & Bus Employees Passes Assembly Committee Legislation Would Provide Resources to Prevent Violence &  Upgrade Penalties for Assault of Transit Employees Press Release 12/9/21  TRENTON – As attacks on transit employees continue to rise throughout the country, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Daniel Benson and Yvonne […]

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Public Notice

17 December 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) PROGRAMS FUNDING APPLICATIONS FOR FY 2022 The City of Perth Amboy is initiating planning for Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Action Plan as part of its application for funding to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The […]

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Basketball Games Fundraiser

17 December 2021

SOUTH AMBOY – This year’s Friends of South Amboy fundraising event will be held on Saturday, December 18th at South Amboy Middle High School, 200 Governor Harold G. Hoffman Plaza. Proceeds from the event will benefit families in need. As in years past the event will feature local high school basketball games, as follows: 2 […]

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Almost 90 Percent of Perth Amboy Residents are Vaccinated Through City Task Force Efforts

17 December 2021

PERTH AMBOY — Mayor Helmin J. Caba has prioritized the City of Perth Amboy’s local public health pandemic by creating a COVID-19 Taskforce to provide a credible, effective response and common ground solutions. The taskforce, established in February 2021, consisted of key local, county and state leaders that led the mobilization efforts to increase access […]

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Holiday Parade, Perth Amboy 12/4/21

17 December 2021

*Photos by Paul W. Wang • Click on photos to enlarge

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Holiday Parade, South Amboy 12/3/21 *Photos by Eric Salvary • SLIDE SHOW

17 December 2021

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Toy Distribution to Domestic Violence Shelters, Perth Amboy *Photos Submitted

17 December 2021

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American Legion Post 45 Christmas Toy Giveaway, Perth Amboy 12/4/21 *Photos Submitted

17 December 2021

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Proprietary Open House

17 December 2021

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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!!
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