Perth Amboy News

Two area medical health facilities - the Jewish Renaissance Medical Center in Perth Amboy and the Eric B. Chandler Health Center in New Brunswick - will be sharing in nearly $17 million in federal stimulus funds aimed at addressing facility and equipment needs and increasing access to health care for underserved populations.

The city's image has taken a beating over the parade of former city officials, led by former Mayor Joseph Vas, who have been brought into court recently on federal and state corruption charges.

State authorities last month delivered a subpoena to Perth Amboy officials as part of their investigation into a business relationship between the city and an insurance company owned by South Amboy Mayor John O'Leary. O'Leary, who is a Democratic candidate for the Assembly in the 19th District, would not confirm or deny his knowledge of the ...

A Middlesex County grand jury has handed up indictments against 10 people, including a reputed, high-level member of the Bloods street gang, charging that they were involved in a crack-cocaine and heroin ring smashed by investigators in April.

The death of Michael Jackson was met with shock and sadness by members of the Central Jersey entertainment community Thursday night.

As Sister Marie Connolly bids a tearful farewell to St. Joseph Elementary School in Keyport, she also finds anxious to take the helm at Sacred Heart Elementary School in South Amboy.

Eleanor Ihasz knew she'd be excited and little nervous. On Thursday, June 25, after taking classes on and off for 19 years, Ihasz received her high school diploma from the Perth Amboy Adult School.

More than 70 police officers from around the state were honored yesterday for their vigilance against drunken drivers.

A Colonia man pleaded guilty Tuesday to killing a Perth Amboy police officer in August in an alcohol-fueled crash after he ran two red lights on Route 1 in Woodbridge.

Address of business Amid the hustle and bustle of Sewaren traffic and industry is a place called Comfort & Balance offering a bit of peace and quiet for people looking to shed extra pounds and worries.

Kearny Cottage, the picturesque yellow and green cottage at the end of Catalpa Avenue, is rich with the history of Commodore Lawrence Kearny, a sailor-diplomat and his family.

For Anthony Garcia, it always felt really good to know his father, Miguel Garcia, was nearby watching from the stands when he played baseball and football at Perth Amboy High School.

After the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, public officials nationwide called for radio systems that could allow police, fire and emergency medical responders to communicate efficiently across so-called department lines during a crisis.

A township bar that had faced a 275-day suspension for violations uncovered after a fatal accident involving a Perth Amboy police officer has been given a 45-day suspension instead and a $175,000 fine.

During her first year in office, Mayor Wilda Diaz said she has been guided by one question "What is in the best interest of the City of Perth Amboy?" The answer has often been painful and unpopular, she said.

A man who robbed a Bank of America branch in Perth Amboy in March 2008 has been sentenced to 12 years in prison.

Applications are being sought to fill the Board of Education seat vacated by long-time member Raymond Geneske.

This weekend is all about Puerto Rican pride. The annual parade kicks off Sunday.

As more and more consumers pinch pennies, clip coupons and otherwise hunt for bargains, one way to find big savings is to find an Urban Enterprise Zone.

Last call at local bars will come an hour earlier next month, after the city council unanimously approved the measure just before midnight Wednesday.