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This Month in the Civil War — 160 Years Ago

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LOOKING BACK

09 April 2021

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Pet of the Week

08 April 2021

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Perth Amboy Business Improvement District (BID) Annual Meeting

24 March 2021

PERTH AMBOY – Please be advised that the Perth Amboy Business Improvement District’s Annual Meeting will be held at the Raritan Bay Area YMCA at 357 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 5 p.m. for the following: I. Election of Board of Directors (nominations below) II. Swearing-in of Newly Elected […]

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Vaccines to be Made Available for Perth Amboy School District Staff

21 March 2021

PERTH AMBOY – The Perth Amboy School District, in collaboration with the City of Perth Amboy, the Middlesex County Health Department, and Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center in Perth Amboy, has secured some vaccines for Perth Amboy Public School District staff. According to a letter jointly issued by Superintendent of Schools, Dr. David […]

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No Tax Increase for The City of Perth Amboy Residents

19 March 2021

Mayor Caba’s Statement on the American Rescue Plan Act and Impact to Perth Amboy Press Release 3/12/21 PERTH AMBOY— Mayor Helmin J. Caba issued the following statement after President Joe Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act. “The signing of the American Rescue Plan Act marks a historic moment for our country and the City […]

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Importance of Food Pantries, Emergency Vehicles

19 March 2021

3/3/21 Business Meeting via Teleconferencing By: Katherine Massopust SOUTH AMBOY – Councilman Tom Reilly asked that everyone try to patronize local businesses. Mark Herdman stated that 42,000 bags of groceries were given out this year at the food pantry. Councilman Brian McLaughlin thanked all the businesses and residents who donated to the food pantry. “Thank […]

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Pallone Announces Added Health Centers Will Be Eligible for Vaccination Program

19 March 2021

The announcement includes locations in Middlesex and Monmouth Press Release 3/11/21 WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) released the following statement after the Biden Administration announced an expansion of the Community Health Centers Vaccination Program: “I applaud President Biden’s expansion of the Community Health Centers vaccination program. By inviting an additional 700 centers […]

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EDITORIAL: One Year

19 March 2021

On March 7, 2021 it was exactly one year since my father died. I often wonder what he would have thought about the pandemic. As a first responder, he probably would be leading the charge to fight the virus. The day after his funeral, Covid restrictions came into play and the world changed again. Part […]

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THE COMMUNITY VOICE: Letters to the Editor

19 March 2021

Statement from Mayor Helmin J. Caba on the passing of former Middlesex County Freeholder Blanquita Valenti Press Release 3/10/21 PERTH AMBOY – Today, we mourn the passing of the former Middlesex County Commissioner Blanquita Valenti, who lived an extraordinary life of service. It was my honor to have known and worked with you.  May we […]

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Good News on the Horizon

19 March 2021

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The Budget, Marijuana Laws Hot Issues and a Welcomed Surprise

19 March 2021

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Perth Amboy Federation Disheartened by New Contract for Superintendent Roman

19 March 2021

As her members cope with shortages and other challenges during the pandemic, Local 857 President Pat Paradiso questions the logic and timing of the deal Press Release 3/11/21 PERTH AMBOY, N.J.: The Perth Amboy Board of Education on March 11 voted in favor of a new contract for Superintendent Dr. David A. Roman, a decision […]

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Board Votes to Approve Renegotiated Superintendent’s Contract

19 March 2021

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Domincan Flag Raising | SLIDE SHOW

19 March 2021

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Statement from the Board of County Commissioners on the Passing of Former Freeholder Blanquita Valenti

19 March 2021

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How the American Rescue Plan Helps You and New Jersey

19 March 2021

Press Release 3/13/21 Dear New Jerseyan, NEW JERSEY – This past week, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan, delivering on his and Congressional Democrats’ promise to provide COVID-19 relief to the American people. I supported this bold legislation because it provides an urgent and historic investment in the health and financial stability […]

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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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