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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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Urgent need for blood donations throughout central NJ as nationwide COVID-19 pandemic continues

25 February 2021

Throughout March, Vitalant offering multiple donation locations, events MONTVALE, NJ (Feb. 25, 2021) – Due to the ongoing, nationwide surge in COVID-19 infections, there continues to be an urgent need for all types of whole blood and convalescent plasma. In response, the nonprofit, blood-collection organization Vitalant is urging donors to make an appointment at one […]

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Snowstorms in Perth Amboy

19 February 2021

*Photos by Filomena Gianfranscesco, Katherine Massopust, Orlando Perez Two snowstorms hit the area in the last two weeks.

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Affordable Housing Presentation, Covid Vaccines & BID Issues Still in the Forefront

19 February 2021

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GROUNDHOG DAY 2/2/21

19 February 2021

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Wastewater Issues Discussed, Grievance Continues, Minutes Approved

19 February 2021

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I Beg to Differ 2/10/21 Council Meeting

19 February 2021

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Hackensack Meridian Health Reaches 100,000th Covid-19 Vaccine Milestone

19 February 2021

New Jersey’s Largest Health Network Administered Its 100,000th  Vaccine, Marking Major Milestone in the Fight Against COVID-19 Press Release 2/12/21 EDISON, NJ – Hackensack Meridian Health, the largest and most integrated health network in New Jersey, announced today that it has administered its 100,000th COVID-19 vaccine on February 12, 2021. The network reached this major […]

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Trailblazers in Black History, Giving Kudos to the DPW & Remembering Pastor William Gerak

19 February 2021

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The Community Voice: Letters to the Editor

19 February 2021

Pride Why is it that some people take more pride in and have more loyalty toward the country they ran away from than the country they ran to (The U.S.A.)? Thank you! The Honorable Michael Rusznak Can ShopRite Wake Up? The recent revelation the brand ShopRite will open 39 of their pharmacies to provide Covid-19 […]

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South Amboy Ferry Project Public Meeting

19 February 2021

SOUTH AMBOY – Thursday, Feb 25, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (EST) Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/886848573 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 886-848-573 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting […]

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Caucus and Council Meetings

19 February 2021

PERTH AMBOY  CAUCUS  MEETING Pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act, take notice that the Caucus Meeting of February 22, 2021 will be held in the Council Chambers, City Hall and VIA A ZOOM ON-LINE CONFERENCE AT THE FOLLOWING LINK: Topic: 2/22 -Caucus Meeting  Time: Feb 22, 2021 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)  […]

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Notice of Public Hearing

19 February 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) PROGRAMS FUNDING  APPLICATIONS FOR FY 2021  The City of Perth Amboy is initiating planning for Fiscal Year 2021 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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Pallone Announces Recycling Caucus for 117th Congress

19 February 2021

Press Release 2/10/21 WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today announced the relaunch of the bipartisan Recycling Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives for the 117th Congress. Pallone will serve as a Co-Chair of the Caucus with Representatives David P. Joyce (OH-14), Haley Stevens (MI-11), and Rodney Davis (IL-13). The Caucus educates […]

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World War II — 75 Years Ago

19 February 2021

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School Board Handles Several Issues

19 February 2021

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Pallone Seeks Approval of Legislation

19 February 2021

Pallone Calls for Swift Action on House Democrats’ Legislation to Help State and Local Governments COVID-19 Relief Bill Would Provide $9.43 Billion For New Jersey State and Local Governments Press Release 2/12/21 LONG BRANCH, NJ – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today issued the following statement on recently released estimates for state and local aid […]

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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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