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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

Pop-Up Art Exhibit March 13-19

16 March 2012

PERTH AMBOY – There will be a Pop-Up Art Exhibit from March 13 –  19  at the Perth Amboy Gallery, 339 Reade St. (Reade St.  & Fayette St.)  featuring NJ Emerging Artists,  curated by Vivianna Acuna-Francisco. Opening Reception Thurs – March 15 from 6 p.m. to – 8 p.m.  Gallery Hours  – Monday- Thursday 5 […]

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Traffic and Street Lights Questioned at South Amboy Council Meeting

16 March 2012

By Joseph L. Kuchie — SOUTH AMBOY – In what is becoming a recurring theme, the traffic and street lights around South Amboy were once again discussed and debated at last week’s council meeting. Last month, business administrator Camille Tooker noted that there were 57 street lights out around the area, but the city was […]

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The Perth Amboy Community Development Corporation

16 March 2012

Since moving to Perth Amboy about five years ago, I have noticed that the City administration repeatedly launches large initiatives with the objective of organizing a group of volunteers to come together and create a non-profit entity to be in charge of, and fund, the project. This formula is effective up to a certain point. […]

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COMMUNITY VOICE: Rome the Eternal City

16 March 2012

Watching the elevation of the 22 cardinals including Archbishop Timothy Dolan of New York by Pope Benedict XVI at St. Peter’s Church in Rome, Italy, brought back happy memories to me of when I used to visit Rome quite frequently back in the early 1960’s.

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Babysitter Safety Class

16 March 2012

PERTH AMBOY – Raritan Bay Medical Center is sponsoring this interactive class designed for babysitters, ages 10-16, and focusing on first aid, household safety and the fundamentals of child care, including hands-on manikin training. Cost is $15 and includes a take-home safety manual. Friday, March 23 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Raritan […]

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“Tip a Pint” at the Munkee Bar in South Amboy March 8, 2012

16 March 2012

Photos by Aaron Beers

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Correction

16 March 2012

In the 3/7/12 issue of the Amboy Guardian the  2nd Paragraph of Jack M. Dudas’ letter should read: Apparently Veridian Partners, with no input that I know of from the public (how about a question and answer session or forum, or perhaps a referendum?) has been approved to develop a E-port Facility at and around […]

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Neighborhood Business Meeting in Perth Amboy

16 March 2012

Photos by Carolyn Maxwell

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EDITORIAL: Fireworks

16 March 2012

With the fireworks coming back into town this is a great opportunity for Perth Amboy put their best face forward. Think of all the out-of-towners that the fireworks would attract. I would make sure that all entrances into the City are thoroughly clean even if that means getting volunteers to make sure any trash is […]

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Senior Happenings Calendar

15 March 2012

See listing of Senior Happenings around Perth Amboy and South Amboy

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Neighborhood Business Meetings

09 March 2012

PERTH AMBOY – The Urban Enterprise Zone Program and the Business Improvement District, are once again coordinating a series of meetings with business owners in various parts of our city. As in previous years, the objective of these meetings is to bring government into the neighborhoods. The agenda consists of a 3-5 minute presentation by […]

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REVIEW: THE WALKING DEAD

09 March 2012

By Paul W. Wang— It’s kind of amazing that in 2010, years after the zombie craze reignited—and oversaturation had long been an issue—audiences received one of the most refreshing and exciting undead tales yet. But on the same note, and possibly because of its mostly stellar quality, it didn’t take much to get caught up […]

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Looking Back: Briegs the Tailor

09 March 2012

PERTH AMBOY – Circa early 1900’s Briegs the Tailor on the corner of King and Smith St.  was a typical Tailor Shop which altered clothing for customers. Photo courtesy of Stephen Michael Dudash  

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Perth Amboy/South Amboy —The Saga Continues Thomas O’Leary Pleads Guilty

09 March 2012

  NEWARK – U.S. Attorney General Paul Fishman announced in U.S. Federal Court in Newark that Thomas O’Leary

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South Amboy Mayor Fred Henry State of the City Address

09 March 2012

Venetian Healthcare and Woodmont Properties Highlighted— By Gabrielle Gatdula & Ben Cain — SOUTH AMBOY – On Feb. 29, Mayor Fred Henry gave his first State of the City address at the YMCA in downtown South Amboy. His roughly 35-minute speech focused on the rejuvenation of the city’s downtown area and his desire to bring […]

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Mayor Wilda Diaz’s Continued Capital Improvement Program

09 March 2012

Mayor Wilda Diaz’s Continued Capital Improvement Program New Equipment For Pot-Hole Patch Work— PERTH AMBOY— Mayor Wilda Diaz witnesses the first-time use of Department of Public Works’ (DPW) newest piece of equipment, an asphalt hot box, allowing for better and more permanent repairs of pot holes throughout the City. Prior to the use of this […]

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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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