Perth Amboy
‘Inspirations’ Art Show Benefits Patient Care
PERTH AMBOY—Art aficionados, those interested in supporting Raritan Bay Medical Center’s patient care services or simply looking to enjoy an elegant night out will want to attend Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation’s “Inspirations: A Celebration of Art & Spring,” art show reception Thursday, April 22, 6 p.m., at the hospital’s Perth Amboy location, 530... »
Community Calendar
Live Music • March 18 from 9 p.m. – midnight – Robert Ross will perform at Robin’s Nest, 3103 Tremley Point Rd., Linden. For info, call 1-908-290-3090. »
County Unveils Emergency Radio System Overhaul
MIDDLESEX COUNTY – Middlesex County Freeholder Mildred S. Scott, chairperson of the county’s Law and Public Safety Committee, was joined by county and local public safety officials in unveiling the county’s new radio system that improves the reliability, security and effectiveness of emergency radio communications on a daily basis and in the event of... »
Ex-Backer Tries to Cut Term Diaz Would Extend
PERTH AMBOY -- Mayor Wilda Diaz hopes to extend her term of office by six months with an ordinance moving the city's non-partisan municipal elections to the same date as the November general election but Miguel Morales is spearheading a recall effort that would cut her reign short. »
Wild Weekend Weather
STATE -- Residents of Linden and Rahway heard a tremendous boom at about 9 a.m. Sunday, but officials say it was just thunder from the incredible storm that struck all weekend. Pouring rain and fierce winds triggered flood warnings, downed trees, closed roads and stopped trains across New Jersey. The National Weather Service clocked wind... »
YMCA Announces Spring Programs
PERTH AMBOY – The Raritan Bay Area YMCA’s Perth Amboy Branch is now holding registration for spring programs that start Monday, March 15. »
Ferry Slip Museum Kicks Off “Sun Day Series”
PERTH AMBOY—The Perth Amboy Ferry Slip Museum will kick off of their “Sun Day Series” of activities with a talk by legendary journalist Charles Wiley on Sunday, March 21 at 1 p.m. His topic will be “WWII - At Home.” »
Former Perth Amboy Recreation Supervisor Sentenced For Stealing City Funds
TRENTON –A former recreation supervisor for Perth Amboy was sentenced to community service and probation for stealing city funds which she said she used for purchases for herself and former Mayor Joseph Vas, Attorney General Paula T. Dow and Criminal Justice Director Stephen J. Taylor announced. »
Community Calendar
Book Sale • March 12 & 13 from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – The Friends of the Cranford Public Library will hold a used book sale in the cellar of the library, located at 224 Walnut Ave. Most prices range from 25 cents to $6. For info, call 908-709-7281. »
Raritan Bay Medical Center’s March Community Events
PERTH AMBOY – Raritan Bay Medical Center has announced a number of classes, support groups and community events for the remainder of the month of March. »
NJ Urban Public Schools Exhibit Kid Talent
PERTH AMBOY—Education Law Center (ELC), a nonprofit organization advocating on behalf of New Jersey’s public school children for access to an equal and adequate education, celebrates the 12th anniversary of “Kids in Concert” on March 25, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Long Branch High School. »
Cathedral International Hosts Leadership Summit On HIV/AIDS
PERTH AMBOY—A Cathedral Leadership Conference on HIV/AIDS is scheduled for Saturday, March 13, from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Cathedral International, Cornerstone Complex, 205 Smith Street, Perth Amboy. »
After School Program Staff Works Without Pay To Keep Program Running
PERTH AMBOY—The staff of the Jewish Renaissance Foundation and Boys & Girl Clubs of Perth Amboy have made the extraordinary commitment of continuing working at club sites without pay in the face of state cutbacks to the New Jersey After 3 program. »
Mayor’s Wellness Campaign Health Fair Includes H1N1 Clinic
PERTH AMBOY— The Mayor’s Wellness Campaign “Put Your Community in Motion” Health Fair will be held on Saturday, March 6. The event will take place in the Alexander F. Jankowski Community Center, 1 Olive Street. »
Perth Amboy Schools Raise $19,000 For Haiti
PERTH AMBOY – Representatives from Perth Amboy Public Schools will present a check for over $19,000 to the American Red Cross to help with the Haiti earthquake relief efforts today. »
Candidates File For School Board Races
MIDDLESEX COUNTY – Monday was the deadline for school board candidates to file nominating petitions to run in the April 20 school elections. These are the candidates from Middlesex County. »
Community Calendar
Clearance Sale • Now through March 6 – Best Friend Dog & Animal Adoption is having a winter clothing clearance sale at their thrift shop, 1750 E. Second St., Scotch Plains. The store is open from 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. every day except Sunday. Proceeds benefit the animal rescue group. For info, call... »
Remembering The Past: Odds And Ends Of The Past Around The Area
I received the following: “Diane, You make people feel good by reminding them of the joy of a more innocent time, and a lot of times that makes their day. It comes so naturally to you that you don’t even see it as special...well it is. Keep writing stuff that make people happy and... »
Echevarria Graduates Basic Training
PERTH AMBOY—Navy Seaman Sheilla Echevarria, daughter of Maria A. Quiles of Perth Amboy, was recently promoted to her current rank upon graduation from recruit training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. »
New Jersey Prepares For Another Winter Storm
STATE – A winter storm could bring over a foot of snow to central New Jersey on Thursday, according to National Weather Service predictions. »
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