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This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

May 1865

This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

April 1865

This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

March 1865

American Irish Assoc Announces Parade Honorees – St. Patrick’s Parade To Be Held March 9th

Repairs to Storm Sewer System Letter to Residents and Businesses

10 March 2023

PERTH AMBOY – The following streets will be closed due to storm sewer system repairs starting Monday, March 13, 2023 for approximately five (5) days, weather permitting. The streets affected are: Closing of the westbound lane of Smith Street from Elm Street slightly past Oak Street Oak Street from Fayette Street to Smith Street Oak […]

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Protest at Perth Amboy City Hall Circle

10 March 2023

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State of New Jersey COVID-19 Update

10 March 2023

Keep Yourself and Your Family Healthy For Spring TRENTON – New Jerseyans are encouraged to continue taking necessary precautions to keep themselves and their loved ones healthy as we near the end of winter. Respiratory viruses, including COVID-19 are still among us. Residents are particularly encouraged to stay up-to-date on COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, including […]

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South Amboy Filmmaker Selected for Garden State Film Festival

04 March 2023

Asbury Park, N.J. March 4, 2023 – New Jersey’s Premier Independent Film Festival is celebrating its 21st Anniversary March 23 – 26.  The internationally recognized Garden State Film Festival (GSFF) celebrates the independent film genre by bringing a carefully curated and enriching selection of original works from locally produced filmmakers as well as from around the world. Among the selection of over […]

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National Slam the Scam Day – March 9, 2023

28 February 2023

Stop Social Security-related scams WASHINGTON, D.C. – On National Slam the Scam Day and throughout the year, Social Security gives you the tools to recognize Social Security-related scams and stop scammers from stealing your money and personal information. Recognize the four basic signs of a scam (the four Ps): Scammers pretend to be from a […]

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Juvenile Taken Into Custody for Perth Amboy Stabbing

27 February 2023

News Release/2/24/2023 MIDDLESEX COUNTY – Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Lawrence Cattano of the Perth Amboy Police Department announced today that a juvenile male has been taken into custody and charged with an act of juvenile delinquency for offenses which if committed by an adult would constitute Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault, Unlawful Possession […]

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Middlesex County and Rutgers University Host Mental Health Event

10 February 2023

Middlesex County and Rutgers University’s Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology host ‘Partnering to Prioritize Our Students’ Mental Health’ event. Designed for school mental health professionals, the event was centered around awareness and support. MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – Middlesex County partnered with Rutgers University’s Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) to host […]

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Governor Murphy Proposes $10M Investment to Expand Police-Mental Health Collaboration Statewide

09 February 2023

PERTH AMBOY – Governor Phil Murphy today announced that his upcoming budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2024 will include $10 million in funding to expand the ARRIVE Together program to the entire state, creating the first statewide law enforcement and mental health co-responder collaboration in the country. Governor Murphy, joined by Attorney General Matthew J. […]

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Volunteer Kathy DePow Recognized at 2/8/2023 Council Meeting

08 February 2023

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St. Patrick’s Day Dinner at United Methodist Church

07 February 2023

SAYREVILLE – There will be a St. Patrick’s Day Dinner at Sayreville United Methodist Church, 406 Main Street, Sayreville, NJ on Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Cost is $15 for Corned Beef Dinner (Boiled Cabbage/Carrots/Potatoes, Roll, Beverage, Dessert) or $12 for  Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner (Roll, Beverage, Dessert). Takeout is available. […]

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North Brunswick Train Station Achieves Key Design Milestone

07 February 2023

Middlesex County Improvement Authority (MCIA) unveils new web destination to inform the public

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Certificate of Appreciation Presented to Police Chaplain

06 February 2023

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Mayoral Citations at Perth Amboy Caucus Meeting

06 February 2023

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Sayreville Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour Shot and Killed

03 February 2023

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Pallone Holds First Youth Advisory Council Meeting With 2023 Class

03 February 2023

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This Week in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

02 February 2023

February 1, 1863 – February 14, 1863

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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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