Tag: South Amboy
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Continuing discussions cite Broadway as a hot spot in South Amboy
By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent SOUTH AMBOY — Councilman Tom Reilly wants prospective business owners to see Broadway in the best shape it can be in so they will be encouraged to choose the location to open up shop. At the last council meeting of 2016 that was held on Dec. 14, Reilly briefly thanked code…
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Daddy-Daughter Date Night slated for Feb. 3
The South Amboy-Sayreville Rotary Club will sponsor its 12th annual Daddy-Daughter Date Night from 7-10 p.m. on Feb. 3 at the VFW Hall, Jernee Mill Rd., Sayreville. Dads, uncles, granddads and stepdads can accompany their special little girl for dinner, dancing and fun. There will be a child-friendly buffet, raffles and gifts. The cost is $60 per…
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JCP&L representative to present home safety information
Gerald Ricciardi from JCP&L will present a program on home safety from 6:30-8 p.m. on Jan. 24 at the Dowdell Library, 100 Hoffman Plaza, South Amboy. Learn about electrical safety inside your home, using electric heaters safely, locating overhead and underground wires and other safety tips. No registration is required. For more information, call 732-721-6060…
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Dowdell Library to hold city-wide 3D design contest
The Dowdell Library of South Amboy is holding an art competition using 3D printing technology. Using the library’s 3D printer or 3D pens, community members of all ages may enter the art competition through June 15. Entries must be entered within one of the following categories: the waterfront, pets or a floral theme. Age categories will range…
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South Amboy officials thank Applegate for years of service
By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent SOUTH AMBOY — The Dec. 21 South Amboy City Council meeting was the last one for First Ward Councilman Donald Applegate. Applegate, who had been the coach of South Amboy’s American Legion baseball team, was named to the council in 2010 following the death of Councilman Russell Stillwagon. Applegate did not…
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Choral Art Society to perform at Saint Mary’s Church
The Choral Art Society of New Jersey will perform a concert at 4 p.m. on Jan. 15 at Saint Mary’s Church, 256 Augusta St., South Amboy. The chorus originated as the Suburban Symphony Chorus in September of 1962. The group’s diverse performances have included Orff’s Carmina Burana, Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb, Gershwin’s Porgy and…
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Sayreville firefighters honored by PETA for rescuing deer
SAYREVILLE – The Sayreville Fire Department came to the rescue of a young deer who had fallen through the ice in Waterworks Park. For the firefighters’ actions, the department has been awarded the Compassionate Fire Department Award from PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). South Amboy Animal Control had spotted the deer bobbing in…
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YMCA to hold Open House events on Jan. 7
YMCAs across the state will conduct Open House events at their local facilities on Jan. 7 to affirm healthy communities and promote positive personal change. Some of the planned activities include tours, exercise classes and open swim time. Many Ys will have giveaways and guest passes for those in attendance. Other typical offerings include children’s activities,…
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Walkability, healthy food cited as ways to improve South Amboy
By Jacqueline Durett Correspondent SOUTH AMBOY — Could the City of South Amboy be a healthier place? A team of Master of City Planning candidates from the Edward J. Bloustein School at Rutgers University believe so, and presented their findings last week to city officials. The work was done under the oversight of Heyer, Gruel & Associates,…
