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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

AMBOY SPOTLIGHT: Vince Mackiel

09 February 2012

SOUTH AMBOY – After years of living in South Amboy, resident Vincent Mackiel is looking to make big changes to the environmental status of the area. Mackiel, who has lived in South Amboy for over 30 years, has consistently voiced his concern over the Amboy Aggregate area of South Amboy. He believes that the area […]

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Looking Back: Broadway, South Amboy

09 February 2012

SOUTH AMBOY – IS THIS REALLY BROADWAY?- Looking north on Broadway, South Amboy, in this undated photo, one readily can see that it has changed from primarily residential to a mixture of uses, largely commercial in nature.  Parking obviously was much less of a problem then, and pedestrians could leisurely stroll without worrying about vehicular […]

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Problems with Street Signs and Lights Discussed at South Amboy Council Meeting

30 January 2012

SOUTH AMBOY  – South Amboy’s council held their first public meeting on January 18th, and a good number of residents came down to discuss the problems with the town’s street signs and lights. Tom Kross brought up the visual streetlights around town, including two roads on Main Street up Washington Road and Raritan Street.

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Property Tax Reduction Still Being Questioned

30 January 2012

PERTH AMBOY– With questions about the Spa Springs area having their property taxes reduced, Tax Assessor JoAnn Jimenez came before the Council to answer any concerns they have of assessment options. In regards to reevaluations, she calmly explained, “A map divides the city’s neighborhoods into 30 sections. This would include make-up of neighborhoods, what kind […]

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Spay & Neuter Program Needed More Than Animal Control Officers—Council Meeting 1/11/12

30 January 2012

PERTH AMBOY — “Our town is failing, especially when it comes to animal control.”  These words were spoken by resident Virginia Morales who is a active volunteer with the Happy Homes Shelter.  She stated that she recently went to the Animal Shelter and was surprised by the employee who appeared disheveled. “We need bilingual  Animal […]

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Outcry Over Parking Fees—Council Meeting 1/11/12

30 January 2012

PERTH AMBOY – The days of getting an hour to park for 25 cents have been changed in certain sections of town; depending on where you are, you may get only 30 to 40 minutes of parking for that amount of money.  This revenue is needed to improve the Jefferson Street Parking Deck, according to […]

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Superintendent Authors Book

30 January 2012

PERTH AMBOY – Janine Walker Caffrey, Ed.D., the Superintendent of Schools in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, is the author of a unique book, Nurturing Brilliance: Discovering and Developing Your Child’s Gifts (Great Potential Press, www.giftedbooks.com) that was recently released. During her career, she has taught special education at several different schools in all kinds of […]

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Mechanicsville Hose Co. No. 1 Comedy Night 2012

30 January 2012

SOUTH AMBOY – There will be a Comedy Night on Saturday, January 28 at Memorial Hall of Sacred Heart Church, Main Street, South Amboy from 7 p.m. to 11p.m. $40 per person.  Includes: Buffet,  Beverages ( Soda- Beer-Wine ) and Entertainment ( 2 Comedians plus DJ ) For tickets and info Call ( 908 ) […]

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Editorial: Owners Should Be Responisble & Bursting at the Seams

30 January 2012

I love a good meal, but even that could turn into a bad experience if you overindulge.  Opening up a new business in town is a good thing as long as it is providing something that is needed in the community.  Not only in the Amboy’s but other communities I have seen stores opening and […]

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Road Damage

30 January 2012

Maple St. & Madison Ave. Photos by Carolyn Maxwell

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Waterfront Property

30 January 2012

Because not one syllable was mentioned about creative, mixed-use waterfront development in the recent State of the City Address (meaning mid to high-end communities of residential homes, retail, office, commercial, public space, green space, recreational, entertainment and transportation), is the public to assume the City is not pursuing waterfront revitalization anymore? Tracy Jordan, The Landings

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Sayreville Mayor Apology

30 January 2012

As Mayor of Sayreville, it is with profound regret that I find I must apologize to the residents and employees of Sayreville for the actions and behavior of the majority of my colleagues on the Borough Council at the meeting of January 9th. It showed a lack of respect for the office they hold and […]

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Correction—Daniel Santo Pietro

30 January 2012

 

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Author Gordon Bond at the Ferry Slip Museum

30 January 2012

PERTH AMBOY – Author Gordon Bond will be at the Ferry Slip Musem on Sunday, January 29 at 2 p.m.  giving a lecuture on Thomas Mundy Peterson.  “To Cast a Freedman’s Vote”: How a Handyman from Perth Amboy Made Civil Rights History.  Suggested Donation $5.

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Career Development Boot Camp

30 January 2012

PERTH AMBOY  — The Career Development Boot Camp will be held on Saturday, January 28 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., at the Donald Hilliard Jr. Affairs Complex on 205 Smith Street, Perth Amboy, NJ. Along with roundtable discussions, there will also be a Q&A panel of experts from various industries sharing their experiences and […]

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Citizen’s Campaign

30 January 2012

NEW JERSEY Thurs. February 9th at 6 – 6:45pm  – Cut the Cost of Government & Put Money In Your Pocket!  Join us for this free webinar, fusing our Citizen Legislator class with a discussion with Mark Magyar Only 25 spots available, sign up now. Wed. February 15th, 12 p.m. to 1 pm – Democratize […]

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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.
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