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UP TOCOMPLIMENTARY 10 COPIES/$1 EACH ADDITIONAL THEAmboy*Weekly Newspaper* Guardian • VOL. 4 NO. 7 • 732-896-4446 • P.O. BOX 127 • PERTH AMBOY • NJ • 08862 • WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2014 • Case Closed? South Amboy Budget Meeting Will Attorney Finally Settle Issues? April 30, 2014

The South Amboy City Council discusses the 2014 Budget Virginia Lugo Alan Silber Mayor Wilda Diaz *Photo by Mariyah Wojcik

PERTH AMBOY - 4/23/14 ber Lugo was right when she to give part of the money we By: Mariyah Wojcik other items of interest. The Council Meeting - Although complained.” He noted, “It’s collect to the City. I asked Mr. SOUTH AMBOY- The pro- salaries of the council mem- the BID finally hired an attor- been 14 years since the BID Fehrenbach (the B.A.) for our posed South Amboy city bers and administrative staff, ney, which Board Member, filed an annual report.- Mem contract and he said we were budget was announced as including the financial and Virginia Lugo has been re- bers are not supposed to be an Advisory Board.” $15,697,436 in general ex- revenue administrators, have questing for some time, there appointed by the Mayor but At the 4/23/14 Board Meet- penses. This is a decrease of remained at the same level as are issues that still have still the BID members themselves. ing, Mayor Diaz commented, $87,929.63 from the 2013 the previous fiscal year. not been settled. The Chair and one other BID “I’m happy that the BID attor- budget that took effect for the The mayor and council mem- Resident Alan Silber went to member did not like the law- ney is doing research and pre- previous fiscal year. bers are paid $43,092 per year, the last Board Meeting where yer giving a legal opinion.” paring a report to give to our The 2014 South Amboy city while the financial administra- the newly appointed attorney, BID member Virginia Lugo members and the Council. The budget was introduced by the tion is paid $155,016 and the Daniel R. Guadalupe of the said, “In November of 2008 lawyer said the Council has to council at the budget work ses- revenue administration makes Law Firm of Noris, Mclaugh- we had a special meeting, and approve all monies. I’m sure sion on April 30. During this $88,845. General administra- lin & Marcus was present. we have been Board of Di- the BID report submitted by session, the council, as well tion has also remained con- Silber said, “Board Mem- rectors. We were told we had the attorney will be positive.” as the financial and business stant, at $197,057 per year. administration staff, discussed Funding for the South Am- the proposed budget plan for boy Police Department has Battling For Attention the 2014 fiscal year, and sev- decreased in the 2014 pro- Harbortown vs. Landings - Going Nowhere Fast! eral sections were explained to posed budget, but this is not PERTH AMBOY - A resident those participating in the work a cause for concern, accord- of Harbortown Sails gave an session who had questions. ing to Business Administrator update to the Council at the While the overall general Camille Tooker. The change in 4/23/14 meeting as to what expenses for the city have de- funding for the police depart- was going on, “The builder creased, the amount of revenue ment is $17,162. refuses to give us (the Board) to be raised through taxes has “Several members have re- control of the Homeown- increased $236,000 overall. tired over the past year, and ers Association. We’re being The property tax rate, in this they were on the higher end drained of funds, making our case, is $1,122 per $100,000 of the salary range. These of- own repairs and there are no that a home is assessed. ficers will have replacements Carbon-Monoxide detectors. According to the new tax that are introduced at the lower People are abandoning the rate, a home that is assessed salary range, which explains units.” at $266,000 will now require the lower figure,” said Tooker. B.A. Greg Fehrenbach said, the homeowner to pay $87.78 The council plans to introduce Patio still being supported by 2x4 more than the previous fiscal this proposed budget at the “Sometimes problems in one Landings Property unit can cause problems in ad- in Harbortown year. Wednesday, May 7 meeting, In addition to the new prop- and it will be open for public jacent units. Both owners have is impossible to get in con- and got a tongue-lashing by erty tax rate, the budget had comment. to agree to get repair work tact with. Some walls at the his superiors.” done.” Landings were damaged by Comments had been made at Fehrenbach also commented engineers hired by the home- several meetings by residents at the 4/21/14 Caucus Meet- owners. Mr. Gershwin from who complained the Landings Email the Amboy Guardian ing about the problems that Westminister Homes tried to problems were not getting as the Landings Residents are resolve some of the problems much attention as the Harbor- [email protected] still having. “One of the par- with the Landings Buildings town problems. ties (from the Kushner Group) South Amboy City Council Business Meeting, Wed. May 7, 2014 - 6:00 p.m. 2. The Amboy Guardian *May 7, 2014 HIV Support PERTH AMBOY — Raritan IF IT’S LOCAL Bay Medical Center is spon- soring an HIV support group IT’S HERE! meeting on Monday’s at 6 p.m. Anyone diagnosed with or car- ing for someone infected with HIV is welcome to attend. Meetings are held at the hos- pital’s Perth Amboy Division, New Brunswick Avenue. To register or for more infor- mation, call (732) 324-5022. Ukrainian Cultural Happy Mother’s Day Festival to my Mom, Connie PERTH AMBOY - Assump- tion Catholic Church located Have a Wonderful Day! at 684 Alta Vista Place, Perth Amboy, NJ will hold its annu- al Ukrainian Cultural Festival Love, Tommy H. on the parish grounds on Sat- urday, June 21st , 2014 from 12 noon until 8 p.m. Based on last year’s very successful 1000+ attendance by friends, Congratulations to City of families and local communi- Perth Amboy’s Maria J. Rivera ties, we expect an even greater turnout this year. The festival will feature church tour, live PERTH AMBOY - Maria J. Rivera, Confidential Administra- entertainment, dancing, family tive Secretary to the City Administrator of the City of Perth activities, vendors, traditional Amboy has been named one of the National Association of Ukrainian homemade food/ Professional Women for 2014. Rivera’s expertise is: Public beer, raffles and more. Ukrai- Service, Human Resources, Recruiting, Payroll, Workers’ nian dancers will perform at Compensation, Liability Insurance, Occupational Health 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. in the and Safety and Business Development. Rivera serves as the school hall. No charge for ad- WC claims administrator, OSHA/RTK coordinator and when mission. No Outside Food or needed, the personnel officer under the direction of the AA. Drink Allowed . For vendors Rivera also serves in the insurance claims and safety com- or more information call 732- mittee, emergency management committee, waterfront recon- 826-0767 or visit us at www. struction and redevelopment committee. Rivera is the past assumptioncatholicchurch.net. president of the White Collar Union Local 2270.

The JRF Receive a Proclamation From The City of Perth Amboy 5/1/14 *Photos by Joe Bayona

Assumption Catholic School Meredith and Jacques Streets Perth Amboy

Middle States Accredited NOW REGISTERING PRE-K (4 YR OLD) KINDERGARTEN, GRADES 1 - 8 Antonia Ricigliano, Dr. Alan Goldsmith, former mayor of Edi- Guest speaker Olda- NOW REGISTERING FOR 2014 - 2015 “Sandy” Cross, Chief President of the JRF, son and JRF board nia Pena, “STEP Executive Officer of comments on the member, recounts les- UP” student from the the JRF, gives the 732-826-8721 humble beginnings of sons of generosity Academy for Urban opening remarks [email protected] the JRF learned as a child from Leadership WWW.ASSUMPTIONCATHOLICSCHOOL.NET her parents

PERTH AMBOY - JRF is recognized by the City of Perth Am- boy for its 50th An- niversary for notable Community Action. Rising poverty, hun- ger, and unemploy- ment rates affect every state, city, suburb, and rural community in our nation. Telling the suc- Mayor Diaz presents Proclamation. L to R; Old- cess stories and shar- Mayor Wilda Diaz ania Pena, Sandy Cross, Mayor Wilda Diaz, Dr. ing their results will be addresses the audi- Alan Goldsmith, Antonia Ricigliano, and Her- especially vital for the ence city, county, and state. shel Chomsky May 7, 2014 * The Amboy Guardian .3 4. The Amboy Guardian *May 7, 2014 LOCAL PERSPECTIVE EDITORIAL THE COMMUNITY VOICE Higher Education, “Gotta Love It” into this video which includes 72 minutes of rare Perth Am- George Inness photos never seen before and boy knowledge. This by far Recently there was uproar at a presentation of Eagleswood one of John Dyke’s best works Rutgers over the fact that Con- Documentary in its ‘glory days.’ Inness’ spe- and anyone interested in Perth doleezza Rice was asked to be Attention all history lov- cial painting is in the Met Mu- Amboy History will regret not the commencement speaker. ers! John Dyke has produced seum of Art. Peace and Plenty seeing this production. An uproar started by certain an excellent documentary on and is center of the video. faculty groups, as I understand George Inness, his paintings The photography is outstand- Anton J. Massopust it. Calling her a war monger, and a very special look at Ea- ing and research is extensive Perth Amboy City Historian among other things. gleswood. A lot of effort went and the result is an excelled Condoleezza Rice, who has a master’s degree in political science from Notre Dame and Letter of tunity. She regularly praises scores and by focusing on the a Ph.D. in political science the students who have made child as a whole, rather than from the Josef Korbel School Recommenda- strides in the forms of student on a disability, or demeanor of International Studies at the of the month, vocabulary work and pre-conceived notion from tion for wizard or for their birthday. a prior school year. Karen University of Denver. Condo- Condoleezza Rice leezza Rice, who has been a Karen Moffatt She is the first and last voice made the staff think different- professor at Stanford Univer- The faculty and students who the students hear upon enter- ly which brought about excel- were opposed Ms. Rice as a I am writing to you today to ing and exiting the building. lence and success. sity for 30 years. Who is an express my endorsement for accomplished pianist who has speaker could have protested She is regularly present in As you know Ms. Moffatt silently and respectfully dur- Ms. Karen Moffatt to be el- classrooms casually conduct- has in essence been a principal performed with the likes of evated to Principal of the Her- Yo-Yo Ma and Aretha Frank- ing her appearance. ing a walk through and has a without the title. She has prov- In the future, there’s a pos- bert N. Richardson 21st Cen- keen sense of remembering all en herself a dedicated employ- lin. Condoleezza Rice, the tury Elementary School. My first black female secretary of sibility that some of the people 780+ students at Richardson. ee to the students of Perth Am- opposed to Condoleezza Rice name is Danielle Harris Laca- She is a visible leader, one that boy through her 22+ years of state. sale and over the last year, Ms. It makes me wonder were may become very prominent does not hide being emails service and dedication, work- themselves. They may also Moffatt has been my direct and memos, but one that com- ing very hard to get to the level the outrage was from these supervisor while working two “faculty groups” when “Snoo- find themselves in the same municates regularly with staff she is currently at. It would position that they put Ms. Rice separate long term substitut- directly and personally about behoove me to think that an ki” was asked to speak at ing positions at Richardson Rutgers. Granted she was not in. manners pertaining to their individual, who has been serv- How would they feel if their School. performance, their classroom ing in the role of school leader asked to make the commence- Having once served as a ment speech, but still, Snoo- political or social views were or any other issue that needs without the title attributed to not accepted by a small group? principal, I feel I have a good to be discussed. She arrives the position, should simply be ki??? Snooki, whose claim to understanding of what the fame is being a drunk, a har- And that small group was able to school regularly approxi- granted the title to make their to pressure others to forbid position entails and the lead- mately 2 hours before the in- efforts official. Knowing the lot, and a “twit” cum laude. ership qualities needed to Who, along with her cohorts, them from speaking at a pub- structional day begins and fre- job of a school leader, it ap- lic engagement that they were positively motivate parents, quently stays far beyond 5pm pears that Ms. Moffatt is serv- brought the reputation of Sea students and staff to strive for Side Heights down to a level invited to? to complete work that needs to ing as the Vice Principal, han- Ms. Rice is a class act and excellence on a daily basis. be complete. (Throughout the dling discipline, observations, not seen before. Snookie, Over the last 130+ days I have whose profound and inspira- she thought about the Rut- present school year, I do not budgeting, staff evaluations gers graduates. After careful directly watched Ms. Moffatt recall her being absent once.) and parent relations which are tional message, “Study hard directly engage with students but party harder,” got her thir- thought, she did not want her Her passion and dedication for roles usually shared amongst appearance to be a distraction during their morning drop off, the position shines through her the school principal and vice ty-two grand. at lunch – being present for Yep, higher education, “gotta and declined the invitation. mannerisms with the families principal. Serving in two roles The Rutgers students and fac- all three seatings and during a of Richardson School. She at- cannot be easy, but when love it” very organized dismissal pro- But fear not learned faculty ulty could have learned valu- tends PTO meetings, Friday watching Ms. Moffatt conduct able life lessons from her. cess. (Ms. Moffatt and staff night activities, swim meets herself, it is amazing what she groups. If you are looking for recently adjusted the afternoon a replacement for the com- Carolyn Maxwell and sporting events connected can balance in the course of Whether or not you agree dismissal for inclement weath- to the students of Richardson one school day. mencement speech I believe er days and to their credit, the Lindsay Lohan or Paris Hilton with the politics behind the School. Although not of Span- I am requesting your sin- Iraq War or the War in Afghan- collaborative process was one ish decent or origin, Ms. Mof- cere consideration in elevat- may be available. that brought out the best in Joe Bayona istan, I believe that Condo- fatt has personally taken up the ing Karen Moffatt to become leezza Rice had something to safety and an efficient use of mission of learning as much of the next principal of Herbert Protests are nothing new on time.) I have never observed college campuses, but having offer as a speaker. She is a ac- the Spanish dialect as possible. N. Richardson 21st Century complished scholar and served Ms. Moffatt not embrace a This decision has afforded her School. Her capabilities are a petition started by profes- new idea. I actually have ob- sors to have a commencement in many political arenas before another avenue of communi- limitless, her personality flex- coming the Secretary of State. served her encourage staff, cation with the families and ible and her knowledge exten- speaker uninvited is beyond parents and students to bring the pale. Just because some people dis- students. sive – all qualities that would agree with her politics is a her suggestions to make the President Dwight D. Eisen- benefit the stability of Rich- I don’t know the procedures school a true community of involved in choosing com- poor reason to make someone hower once said, “Leadership ardson School and the Perth unwelcome as a commence- scholars that bring out the best is the art of getting others to Amboy Board of Education, at mencement speakers. Con- in each other. Richardson is a doleezza Rice was approved, ment speaker. do something that you want large. Feel free to contact me Katherine Massopust wonderful environment to be done because they want to do further, should you have any sent an invitation to speak and in that during the interim of she accepted. it.” I feel this is a true sum- questions or would further like my long term assignments, I mary of Karen Moffatt. When to discuss Karen’s qualifica- was board approved to volun- she arrived at Richardson, the tions in more detail. I can be teer in the school, as the posi- school was a successful one, reached at 848- 229-5471 or tive vibes coming from the but as it is said, the sky’s the [email protected]. school certainly rub off. limit. During Karen’s time at Published by Amboy Guardian LLC Ms. Moffatt starts the school Richardson, she has only made Many thanks. P. O. 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May 13 Library Board of Trustees, 5 p.m. A&P FOOD MARKET ...... 325 ROUTE 35 lessons starting Tuesday, April City Hall, High St. IN FORDS: • UEZ, 6 p.m. COLONIAL RESTAURANT...... 366 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. 22nd on Tuesdays, Thursdays City Hall, High St. LIBERTY BAGEL CAFE...... 326 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. & Fridays; 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 METROPOLITAN CAFE ...... 747 KING GEORGE’S RD. • BID, 7 p.m. PUBLIC LIBRARY...... 211 FORD AVE. p.m. (ages 5-9); 7:45 p.m. - City Hall, High St. ROOSEVELT’S DELI ...... 684 KING GEORGE’S RD. 9 p.m. (ages 10-older) at the SUPER DUPER DELI III ...... 650 KING GEORGE’S RD. WED. May 14 City Council, Regular, 7 p.m. IN HOPELAWN: Robert N. Wilentz School, 51 City Hall, High St. KRAUSZER’S...... 683 FLORIDA GROVE RD. 1st Street, Perth Amboy. $35 SOVEREIGN BANK ...... 571 FLORIDA GROVE RD. South Amboy IN ISELIN Money Order per participant. WED. May. 7 City Council, Business, 6 p.m. THOMAS PLOSKONKA C.P.A...... 1149 GREEN ST. Registration Required. Reg- City Hall, N. Broadway IN LAURENCE HARBOR: MON. May. 19 Board of Education, Business /Public, 6 p.m. HOFFMAN’S DELI ...... 5 LAURENCE PKWY. istration for the Karate Pro- KRAUSZER’S...... 9 LAURENCE PKWY. gram can be completed at the SA Middle/High School, Harold Hoffman Pl. IN MORGAN: Alexander F. Jankowski Com- WED. May. 21 City Council, Regular, 7 p.m. SOUTHPINE LIQUORS ...... 467 S. PINE AVE. City Hall, N. Broadway IN PARLIN: munity Center, 1 Olive St., DAD’S ROYAL BAKERY...... 3290 WASHINGTON RD. Perth Amboy. For more info IN PERTH AMBOY: 1ST CONSTITUTION BANK ...... 145 FAYETTE ST. call 732-826-1690 xt. 4305 ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION CENTER ...... 178 BARRACKS ST. or email: recleader@pertham- ALAMEDA CENTER ...... 303 ELM ST. AMBOY CHECK X-CHANGE ...... 321 MAPLE ST. boynj.org. AMBOY EYE CARE ...... 94 SMITH ST. AMBOY PHARMACY ...... 186A SMITH ST. ANITA’S CORNER ...... 664 BRACE AVE. ASIAN CAFE...... 271 KING ST. THE BARGE ...... 201 FRONT ST. C-TOWN ...... 272 MAPLE ST. CAPITAL ONE BANK ...... 313 STATE ST. Volunteer CEDENO’S PHARMACY ...... 400 STATE ST. CITY HALL ...... 260 HIGH ST. COPA DE ORO ...... 306 SMITH ST. Firefighters CRISPY CHICKEN ...... 223 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. DUNKIN DONUTS ...... 587 FAYETTE ST. EASTSIDE DRY CLEANERS ...... 87 SMITH ST. Needed ELIZABETH CORNER ...... 175 HALL AVE. PERTH AMBOY - The Perth FAMILY FOOT CARE ...... 252 SMITH ST. FLOWERS ‘N THINGS ...... 69 SMITH ST. Amboy Fire Department: Vol- FU LIN ...... 79 SMITH ST. unteer Division needs mem- INVESTOR’S BANK ...... 598 STATE ST. JANKOWSKI COMMUNITY CENTER ...... 1 OLIVE ST. bers. Accepting men and JEWISH RENAISSANCE MEDICAL CENTER ...... 272A HOBART ST. women ages 18 years or older. KIM’S DRY CLEANERS ...... 73 SMITH ST. Volunteers must be a Perth LAUNDRY FACTORY ...... 162 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. LAUNDRY ON MADISON ...... 285 MADISON AVE. Amboy resident. For more in- LAW OFFICES ...... 708 CARSON AVE. formation please contact 732- LEE’S MARKET ...... 77 SMITH ST. LUDWIG’S PHARMACY ...... 75 BRACE AVE. 442-3430 or 732-324-3505. LUIGI’S RISTORANTE ...... 93 SMITH ST. MITRUSKA CHIROPRACTIC ...... 788 CONVERY BLVD. PETRA BEST REALTY...... 329 SMITH ST. POLICE HEADQUARTERS ...... 365 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. PORTUGUESE MANOR ...... 310 ELM ST. PROVIDENT BANK ...... 339 STATE ST. Kearny PUBLIC LIBRARY ...... 196 JEFFERSON ST. PUERTO RICAN ASSOCIATION ...... 100 FIRST ST. QUICK CHEK ...... 853 CONVERY BLVD. Cottage Open QUISQUEYA MARKET ...... 249 MADISON AVE. PERTH AMBOY - Come visit RARITAN BAY AREA Y.M.C.A...... 365 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. RARITAN BAY MEDICAL CENTER ...... 530 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. the historic home of Commo- SANTANDER BANK ...... 365 CONVERY BLVD. dore Lawrence Kearny. The SANTIBANA TRAVEL ...... 362 STATE ST. SCIORTINO’S RESTAURANT ...... 473 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE. Cottage is located at 63 Ca- 7-ELEVEN ...... 553 SAYRE AVE. talpa Ave, Perth Amboy, and is SHOP-RITE ...... 365 CONVERY BLVD. SIPOS BAKERY ...... 365 SMITH ST. open on Mondays and Thurs- SUPERIOR DINER...... 464 SMITH ST. days from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and SUPREMO SUPERMARKET ...... 270 KING ST. TORRES MINI MARKET ...... 403 BRUCK AVE. the last Sunday of the month TOWN DRUGS & SURGICAL ...... 238 SMITH ST. WELLS FARGO ...... 214 SMITH ST. from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. The Ke- IN SAYREVILLE: arny Cottage needs your help. BOROUGH HALL ...... 167 MAIN ST. SENIOR CENTER ...... 423 MAIN ST. Anyone interested in joining SUNNYSIDE RESTAURANT ...... 111 MAIN ST. the Kearny Cottage Historical VENEZIA PIZZERIA ...... 881 MAIN ST. IN SEWAREN: Society please contact 732- MOBY DICK’S ...... 351 WEST AVE. 293-1090. We are on the web! PUBLIC LIBRARY ...... 546 WEST AVE. SEWAREN CORNER DELI ...... 514 WEST AVE. www.KearnyCottage.org IN SOUTH AMBOY: AMBOY NATIONAL BANK ...... 100 N. BROADWAY BROADWAY BAGELS ...... 105 S. BROADWAY BROADWAY BISTRO ...... 126 N. BROADWAY CENTER DELI ...... 250 N. STEVENS AVE. CITY HALL ...... 140 N. BROADWAY Monthly COMMUNITY CENTER ...... 200 O’LEARY BLVD. KRAUSZER’S ...... 200 N. BROADWAY KRAUSZER’S ...... 717 BORDENTOWN AVE. Book Club PUBLIC LIBRARY ...... 100 HOFFMAN PLAZA SEWAREN - There will be SCIORTINO’S HARBOR LIGHTS ...... 132 S. BROADWAY SOUTH AMBOY MEDICAL CENTER...... 540 BORDENTOWN AVE. a monthly book club at the WELLS FARGO BANK...... 116 N. BROADWAY Sewaren Library, 546 West IN WOODBRIDGE: Ave, Sewaren. For more info CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ...... 91 MAIN ST. MAIN ST. FARM ...... 107 MAIN ST. call 732-634-7571 or email NEWS & TREATS ...... 99 MAIN ST. [email protected]. REO DINER ...... 392 AMBOY AVE. ST. JOSEPH’S SENIORS RESIDENCE ...... 1 ST. JOSEPH’S TERR. We are looking for adults to join a book club starting in Deadline for Print Ads: November. Please fill out the 7 p.m. Thursday attached form if you are inter- Office Hours: ested in joining us. Day and time will be determined by Mon. - Wed. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. interest. The first Book will be Thurs. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Defending Jacob by William Fri. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Landay. 6. The Amboy Guardian *May 7, 2014 Festival in Honor of Our Lady of the Martyrs - Perth Amboy - 4/27/14 *Photos by Joe Bayona

Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima Blessed John Paul II Our Lady of Fatima Band out of Newark,NJ The cooking crew Parish on Wayne St.

Fr. Antonio Nuno Rocha of Statue of Our Lady of the Martyrs being brought Our Lady of Fatima Church in Rosa in the kitchen Parishioners participate in the procession Elizabeth, presides over mass. of the church.

Our Lady of the Martyrs es- corted by the Perth Amboy Our Lady of the Martyrs Perth Amboy Knights of Columbus Three little angels Knights of Columbus

By: Joe Bayona PERTH AMBOY - The weekend after Easter is special for the Por- tuguese community in Perth Amboy. It is the weekend that the fes- tival honoring “Our Lady of the Martyrs” takes place, as it has in Perth Amboy for the last 26 years. The festival is held at Our Lady www.amboyguardian.com of the Rosary of Fatima Blessed John Paul II Parish on Wayne St. The story of “Our Lady of the Martyrs” goes back to 17th century Portugal. A ship had wrecked off the coast of the small town of Serra Do Bouro. A statue of “Our Lady” holding a small child was found in the wreckage. The statue was brought to the town and a chapel was erected in the town to house the statue. Later a church was built next to the chapel. A short time later the area was hit with a severe drought. Crops were dying and the residents were in despair. A procession was formed to bring the statue of “Our Lady” from the town down to the sea where She was found. The people then prayed for a miracle and their prayers were answered. It began to rain. The “Lady” was then given the name “Our Lady of the Martyrs”. Since then a festival in her honor is held on the first Sunday after Easter. In 1986 parishioners Mario and Alice DoCoito, who were from Serra Do Bouro and had moved to Perth Amboy, had a replica of the statue made. The replica statue was delivered to the church in March of 1987. On April 9th and 10th of 1988 the first festival was held. The Festival of Our Lady of the Martyrs is a two day celebration marked by traditional foods, pastries and music. Celebrants come from as far away as Connecticut and Pennsylvania for the celebra- tion. Some years, people came from as far as Portugal. On the sec- ond day a mass is held, followed by a procession around four square blocks, symbolizing the procession to the sea.

Do you or someone you know have Old Photographs or Documents? The Kearny Cottage Historical Society is Looking for Old Photos and Documents of Perth Amboy, South Amboy, Woodbridge, Fords, etc. (Local Area) For an Archiving Project - Your Photos & Documents will be scanned into digital format & returned to you. For more info please call 732-293-1090 May 7, 2014 * The Amboy Guardian .7 Mother Goose SOUTH AMBOY - Mother LAW OFFICES OF Goose from 2 p.m. to 3:30 ERALIDES E. CABRERA p.m. Mondays at the Dowdell Library of South Amboy, 100 Specializing In Harold G. Hoffman Plaza, • Civil Litigation South Amboy. For more info • Matrimonial call 732-721-6060. • Immigration Tricky Tray • Bankruptcy SAYREVILLE - The Music Association for the Visually • Real Estate Impaired Students (MAVIS) of Offices Located At: 708 Carson Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 (732)826-5020 New Jersey will hold a Tricky 1201 E. Grand St., Unit 3A, Elizabeth, NJ 07201 (908)351-0957 Tray Auction on Friday, May 16 at Monsignor Dalton Hall at 42 Main St., Sayreville. COMPLETE ACCOUNTING SERVICES Doors will open at 6 p.m. Thomas M. Ploskonka & Company, P.A. Drawings will begin promptly Certified Public Accountants at 7:30 p.m. MAVIS is a non- profit organization dedicated to providing free musical in- “My approach to the practice of struments and subsidized accounting is different than most others’. Thomas M. Ploskonka music lessons for youth and Accountants normally respond to their clients’ adults with visual impairments requests and needs. I go beyond that.” living in New Jersey. Visit my Web page for a Free Consultation! This event will feature prizes Web: www.ploskonka-cpa.com including electronics, gift cer- 1149 Green Street tificates, patio furniture and Iselin. New Jersey 08830 grill, HD television, premium E-mail: [email protected] designer handbags, jewelry, Phone (732) 283-0114 Fax: (732) 283-3329 and hundreds of gift baskets. Admission is $10 and pa- trons must be 18 years old to be admitted. Complimentary cake and coffee will be avail- www.amboyguardian.com able. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call 732-254-4795. 8. The Amboy Guardian *May 7, 2014 Union Beach Day of Caring 4/13/14 *Photos by Joe Bayona Union Beach Day Of Caring By: Joe Bayona UNION BEACH - On Sun- day April 13th, Starbucks, The Gateway Church of Christ, a little over two hundred vol- unteers, (comprised mostly of Starbucks employees from Middlesex and Monmouth counties), and Congressman Frank Pallone, got together for the Union Beach “Day of Car- ing” to help victims of Super Volunteers sign in Group leader, Lisa Bristow, hands out work gloves. Storm Sandy. “The “Day of Caring” is part of Starbucks’ fourth an- nual Global Month of Service, where employees and custom- ers work together to lead com- munity service projects fo- cused on the individual needs of the neighborhoods where they live and work”. “Every April Starbucks has its “Month of Service” where we target communities who need help”, said Kevin Horner, District Manager North Jersey for Starbucks. “A lot of people Kevin Horner, Starbucks Dis- Eric Yowaiski group leader of A crowd of volunteers are under the impression that trict Manager North Jersey the landscaping crew. everything is fine in New Jer- sey since Super Storm Sandy, and this is just not true”. “Peo- ple see the commercials on TV announcing that the Jersey Shore is open for business and think all is fine” “There are many people whose homes have been dam- aged or destroyed by the storm, many of whom are still home- less. You can take a ride along the shore and see homes that seem undamaged and pristine. But these homes have been Joe Read Regional Congressman Frank flooded by water, so the inte- Landscaping crew hard at work rior is destroyed along with all Director for Starbucks Pallone of the contents. You open the door to one of these homes and the smell of mildew is over- powering”, said Horner. The man who coordinated the “Day of Caring” is Joe Tambu- rello. Joe is the coordinator of the Gateway Church of Christ Disaster Response Team. The Gateway Church of Christ Disaster Response Team was started in the wake of the devastation caused by Super Storm Sandy. The disaster re- sponse team is responsible for The painting crews’ goal was Union Beach Councilman Jeff A lot of cleanup to do the Bayshore Community in to paint this house in one day Williams Monmouth County. To date they have rebuilt 150 homes police station on Poole Ave. and are currently working on From there they broke up into more than seventy more. groups that were assigned spe- “There is so much work to be cific tasks such as; demoli- done”, said Tamburello. “Last tion, painting, landscaping and year we had close to 20,000 cleanup. Then all the groups volunteers, most came from went out into the community out of state, only 20 percent and performed these tasks. were from New Jersey”. “We Anyone wishing to volun- need to get the word out that teer for the Disaster Response volunteers are needed both Team can go to this website; skilled and unskilled”. http://www.gatewaynj.com. All the volunteers assembled Volunteers of all ages came to the Demolition crew about to do Joe Tamburello Coordinator of the at the ball field behind the Gateway Church of Christ Disaster “Day of Caring” what they do best. Response Team May 7, 2014 * The Amboy Guardian .9 Happy Mother’s Day! Free Car Seat Safety Event PARLIN - Free Car Seat Safe- ty Event on Tuesday, May 20th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Aquatic and Fitness Center 333 Cheesequake Road , Par- lin. Perth Amboy Catholic Schools Reunion PERTH AMBOY - Perth Amboy Catholic Schools will be holding its first Alumni Reunion on Sat- urday May 17, 2014. A special Alumni Mass will be held at 4:30 p.m. at the Most Holy Rosary Church on 625 Florida Grove Road, Perth Amboy. Immediately following the Mass, a Cocktail Reunion Reception will be held downstairs from the church in the Msgr. Gambino Hall from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For ticket information, please contact Karen Ninehan at 732- 266-8706 or email ks9n@msn. com. Please RSVP before April 25th. The graduating classes of 1988 through 2007 will be honored. A splendid time is guaranteed for all! 10. The Amboy Guardian *May 7, 2014 Happy Mother’s Day! Knitting Circle SOUTH AMBOY - There will be a Knitting Circle on the first and third Tuesday each month at 6 p.m. at the Dowdell Library, 100 Harold G. Hoff- man Plaza, South Amboy. For more info call 732-72 1-6060.

Networking Opportunity PERTH AMBOY - Network- ing Opportunity for Wood- bridge and Perth Amboy Busi- nesses to Gather After Hours Meet & Greet, Wed. May 7th 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Terrazza Restaurant, 273 High Street, Perth Amboy. $15 Chamber members $25; non members. Great network- ing - great food. Reservations a must - no walk-ins. Bring plenty of business cards. Bring a Door Prize.

Vendors Wanted SAYREVILLE - looking for vendors for the annual Flea Market at the First Presby- terian Church of Sayreville. The Flea Market will be held on June 7th. The time is 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. We are located at 172 Main Street, Sayreville- directly across from the Bor- ough Hall. Spaces are avail- able for $15 for one space, $25.00 for two. A limited amount of tables will be avail- able for $5 extra. For informa- tion please leave a message on the church answering machine at 732-257-6353 or e-mail us at churchoffice172@optimum. net. May 7, 2014 * The Amboy Guardian .11 Happy Mother’s Day! Spring Tea SAYREVILLE - Golden Rule Christian Center of Trinity United Methodist Church, 815 Bordentown Ave. will be hold- ings its sixth annual Spring Tea on Sunday, May 18 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All monies raised will help defray costs for the new playground for the pre-school. The program will feature a fashion show of Victoria era fashions. The tea will include tea sandwiches, homemade desserts, sweets and of course, tea. Reservations are a must. Tickets are $15. Please call Nancy at 732-727-1935 for Happy Mother’s Day! reservations.

Tree Seedling Giveaway PERTH AMBOY - There will be a tree seedling giveaway, available to all Perth Amboy Residents Saturday May 3 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Department of Public Works, 599 Fayette St., Perth Amboy. Thanks to the NJ Dept. of En- vironmental Protection and their Sandy Tree Recovery Campaign, Perth Amboy will be giving away 500 trees (be- tween 2-4 feet tall) to residents to plant on their properties in an effort to replace trees dam- aged by Superstorm Sandy. First Come First Served. Re- quest a tree in advance or for more info call Andrew Toth: 732-826-0290 ext. 4046.

Home Repair & Advocacy Program PERTH AMBOY - Attention: Seniors and People with Dis- abilities. If your home still has damage from Superstorm San- dy, help is available. The Home Repair and Advocacy Program can help you: Replace interior wall boards, remediate mold, restore heating and cooling systems, fix electrical, patch roofs, cut or remove trees, dis- pose of debris, refurbish ma- jor home appliances. Eligible households can receive up to $5,000 in assistance. Home Repair Coordinators will be assigned to individuals who apply. Call 1-877-222-3737 to apply or visit your local Area Agency on Aging or Call 732- 390- 7074. This program is sponsored by the NJ Depart- ment of Human Services with $8.2 million in federal Social Services Block Grant funds. 12. The Amboy Guardian *May 7, 2014 Happy Mother’s Day! Days Of Remembrance Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony Press Release PERTH AMBOY - Mayor Wilda Diaz will host the 2014 National Days of Remem- brance in the City Hall Coun- cil Chambers on Monday, May 19th to follow the Israeli Flag Raising held by the local Jew- ish Community. This year Fred Heyman, a New Jersey resident and Holo- caust survivor will be sharing his testimony and Shua Kes- sin, a Lakewood resident will also participate in the program with several musical selec- Happy Mother’s Day! tions along with Chaim Wein- traub and members of the Har- monics Band. As stated by the USHMM, remembrance not only obli- gates us to memorialize those who were killed during the Holocaust, but it also reminds us of the fragility of democ- racy and the need for citizens to be vigilant in the protection of democratic ideals. We re- member because we recognize the importance of preserving freedom, promoting human dignity, and confronting hate whenever and wherever it oc- curs. Monday, May 19: 5:30 p.m. - Flag Raising at the City Hall Circle; 6 p.m. - Commemo- ration Ceremony in the; City Hall Council Chambers, 260 High Street, 2nd Floor. This event is open to the pub- lic.

Trip to Ocean City MD SAYREVILLE – The Sayre- ville Seniors Thursday Club presents a 4 day/3 night trip to Ocean City, MD on May 12 – 15, 2014. There is a $50 pp deposit due with reserva- tion. Non-members welcome. Price: $409 pp double oc- cupancy; single supplement: $85 additional. For further info and reservations contact: Jack & Ann Floersch 732-254- 7263.Note: Festive Holidays recommends trip cancellation insurance for cancellation due to medical or legal reasons. Insurance payment should be submitted directly to insur- ance company. May 7, 2014 * The Amboy Guardian .13 Silver Lady Raritan Bay Cruisers Car Show Jewelry Sale Starting on Tuesdays PERTH AMBOY - Raritan May 13 - Sept. 30 Bay Medical Center’s Perth 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Amboy Auxiliary is sponsor- Weather Permitting ing the Silver Lady Jewelry Pizza Hut, Rte. 9, Woodbridge Sale offering a great selec- (Wal-Mart Parking Lot) tion of earrings, necklaces and 50/50s & Trophy’s Awarded bracelets. Wednesday, May 7, For More Info Call 732-585-7365 3 to 8 p.m., at the medical cen- ter’s Perth Amboy location, 530 New Brunswick Ave. in Raritan Rooms C& D.

Tai Chi Class PERTH AMBOY - Raritan Bay Medical Center’s Divi- sion of Integrative Medicine is providing Wellness Through Tai Chi Class Mondays, May 5 to May 26, 7:30 p.m. at the Raritan Bay Area YMCA, 357 New Brunswick Ave., Lower Level, Perth Amboy, NJ. Tai Chi is practiced as a complete system of therapeutic move- ments. The class includes meditation and emphasizes a calm mind and spirit and deep, Email The Amboy Guardian slow even breathing, relax- ation correct posture stability [email protected] and balance. Cost for 4 classes is $40 and 8 classes for $60. To register or for more infor- mation, call 732-442-3700, Pizza With the President - Amboy Bank ext.5861 or email integrative- [email protected]. *Photo Submitted

OLD BRIDGE - Amboy Bank President George E. Scharpf hosts a pizza party for bring your daughters and sons to work day. The chil- dren of employees in the Administration building were treated to a tour of the bank, lunch and other activities to learn the importance of the banking industry. Amboy Bank has 22 branches in Middlesex and Monmouth Counties.

Global Youth Service Day April 11-13, 2014 *Photo Submitted

FORDS - Our Lady of Peace School in Fords collect $165.00 plus many, many donations for the “Woodbridge Animal Society Volun- teers” in honor of “Global Youth Service Day.” Mrs. Kelly Duba- sak and her 8th grade students packed up the donations for delivery. Great job!!! Music Provided by The Rollbacks 14. The Amboy Guardian *May 7, 2014 Jersey Cares Day of Service at the YMCA - 5/3/14 *Photos by Joe Bayona

Putting planting box together for the future Volunteers painting some canvas murals Beautifying a manhole vegetable garden

Jersey Cares volunteers spreading mulch on the Chess anyone? Jersey cares volunteers hard at work playground

L to R Sholonda Chipepo, Director of Compliance and HR for the Perth Amboy YMCA, Steve Jobin, Presi- dent and CEO of the Perth Amboy YMCA, and Trisha Cunningham, Project coor- dinator for Jersey Cares

Volunteers gather for the first “Jersey Cares Day” at Site of the coming vegetable garden the Perth Amboy YMCA Town Hall Meeting - Do You Know Your Daddy? - Perth Amboy 4/23/14 *Photos by Eric Salvary

By: Eric Salvary PERTH AMBOY - A night that was headlined by many Social, Clergy, and Civil rights leaders in New Jersey was high- lighted by two themes that the African American and Latino Fathers need to address, as well as the community as a whole. Dr. Randall Pinkett, author and winner of the Reality show, “The Apprentice” was the Host of the panel consisting of Bishop Donald Hilliard Jr., Tyrone Muhammad, Frederica Bey, Dr. Obery Hendricks, Kevin E. Taylor, Chris Broussard, and Pastor Estaban Santana. All prestigious in their own right gave recaps of what their experience of the male impact in their childhoods and the direction it gave to their lives. Each perspective was unique. Each Panelist came from different backgrounds, family structure and different faiths. Professor Tyrone Muhammad, who teaches at the New York Seminary gave one of the most energetic openings. He ex- plained how his father was affected by the drug problems of the 70’s causing his father not to be present. As a result he grew up in a single parent household. His faith in Islam and a determined mother kept him from walking down the wrong road. He believes that African American men, “need to be on the corners” to get the attention of today’s youth and men off the street if there is to be a change. Pastor Estaban Santana of the Cathedral International gave an insightful perspective because Latino fathers here in America face their family being torn apart because of issues dealing with deportation and not being documented. This leads to having wives and children left behind to fend for themselves and damaging the family structure. The audience consisted of different up and coming community and nonprofit leaders. There was a resounding cry out for help for both funding or able bodies to help during the Q and A portion of the night. Audience member and President and CEO of the Raritan Bay YMCA Steve Jobin was in the audience and said that his facility is, “filled with kids” and wanted to know, “How could I help” because he believes that more can be done. This event was more than just expressing community concerns. Bishop Hilliard and his, “Stop the Funeral” said that his campaign and weekend is coming soon and gave the town Hall a sense of direction. The book, “Stop the Funeral” was turned into a stage play over a year ago and now is a campaign against gun violence in America, especially in the Black community. This event was great for all involved because people from different faiths, genders and races came together to recognize their problems. They were able to express their concerns and build and network toward change in the Black and Latino communities. May 7, 2014 * The Amboy Guardian .15 Historic Ahrens-Fox Restored at the Perth Amboy Firemen’s Museum

By: Katherine Massopust PERTH AMBOY - The Perth Amboy Volunteer Fire Depart- ment Parade Committee, Inc. has been actively restoring an Ahrens-Fox Fire Engine. This antique fire engine was originally built in 1926 and delivered to the town of Ocean Grove, New Jersey. While the Ahrens-Fox was in use in Ocean Grove, it fought the famous Morro Castle Fire on September 8, 1934. (The SS Morro Castle was a luxury ocean liner of the 1930s that was built for the Ward Line for runs between New York City and Havana, Cuba. The liner was named after the Morro Castle fortress that guards the entrance to Havana Bay. The SS Morro Castle was en route from Havana to New York, caught fire and burned, -kill ing 137 passengers and crew members. The ship beached herself near Asbury Park stay- ing there for months until she was towed off and scrapped. The Morro Castle fire called for improved shipboard fire safety. Now it is standard for ships to be built with fire-re- tardant materials, automatic fire doors and ship-wide fire practicing with him. I did mo- Wallington. Greg Varnas who alarms. There is also greater torcycles - a lot of Harley’s, recently died was a Captain attention paid to fire drills and pin striping cars, band murals in Jersey City. He was once procedures because of this on vans and a lot of custom Chief in Wallington.” fire.) cars and flames,” states May. Past Chief Gerard Collins The Ahrens-Fox was eventu- May said, “In 1990-91 I brought in Campbell’s Sup- ally acquired by the American started specifically to work on ply Company on the project, Smelting and Refining Com- fire trucks.” who brought in Eddie May. pany (A.S.&R.) on outer State May was once offered a job Past Chief Collins knew Scott Street, Perth Amboy. It was in 1975 when he was in Cali- Campbell, son of the late later given to the Perth Amboy fornia, to work painting mod- Woody Campbell. “Woody Volunteer Fire Department Pa- els for the movie, Star Wars. Campbell gave me my first rade Committee, Inc. and was “I turned it down because I chance in the late ‘70’s. I in storage for many years. “We was the only child and I had to highly respect him. Gerry have spent 25 years trying to take care of my parents. Who was good friends with Woody restore it. When the firemen’s knows what would have hap- Campbell.” Museum was built, we had a pened if I stayed in Califor- “It’s a pleasure doing old permanent place to house and nia?” fire trucks. There are only a Eddie May Gold Leaf’s the Ahrens-Fox in the Firemen’s Mu- work on it,” Fire Department May said, “I got interested half dozen of us gold leafing seum *Photos by Katherine Massopust Lt. Anton Massopust states. in gold leafing old fire trucks old fire trucks in the tri-state because I like working with area. When artwork is done by “We received donations from to do the fenders and other Tuesday night between 6 p.m. collections at ShopRite, the firefighters. My Father-in-law, hand, it’s something special. Tom Coice was a firefighter People appreciate that. The parts.” and 8 p.m. if there isn’t a fire. proceeds from the Ad Book The Firemen’s Museum is Visitors are always welcome. of the 125th Anniversary of in the West Side Firehouse modern day trucks are done in Passaic. He was a tiller- with computers and decals looking for donations to help Tony Massopust states, the PAFD; the Odd Fellows pay for the gold leafing of the “When people see the Ahrens- and the estate of the late Jack man on the hook and ladder. with vinyl. The decals don’t (a tillerman drives the rear of last,” May states. Ahrens-Fox. The Perth Am- Fox in all its glory, I hope that M. Dudas. Past Chief Andrew boy Volunteer Fire Depart- they will appreciate and feel Stafford ran 3 spaghetti din- a two-section aerial truck) All May isn’t finished with the my friends are firefighters in Ahrens-Fox yet, “I still have ment Parade Committee Inc. is the great tradition of the fire ners to help raise funds to re- working on the museum every service.” store the truck.” “Eddie O’s Body Shop on East Avenue, Perth Amboy did Pierogi Sale Citizenship Family Fun Fashion Show a major part of painting the PERTH AMBOY - St. John PERTH AMBOY - Historic truck,” states Lt. Anton Mas- the Baptist Orthodox Church, Classes Night St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, sopust. Perth Amboy is having a PERTH AMBOY - Every SOUTH AMBOY - The South celebrating 329 years of Min- In the month of April, the pierogi sale. Call 732-826- Wednesday: : FAMILY SUC- Amboy Youth Athletic Asso- istry is hosting their 9th annual famous gold leaf artist Ed- 7067 between 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. CESS CENTER is offering a ciation (SAYAA) is planning “Fashions by the Bay” Fashion die May has spent his time from April 28 to May 2 to free course to assist those who a trip to see the Somerset Pa- Show. This fundraising event gold leafing the Ahrens-Fox place your order. Orders can plan on taking the USCIS Citi- triots. Tickets on sale now $10 will help raise money to ben- Fire Truck. Wallington, New be picked up on May 6 and zenship Test. All details will each. Game - Wednesday, June efit the church and many com- Jersey native, May has been May 7 at 404 Division St., be discussed at the meeting. 11. Time - 7 p.m. at TD ball- munity outreach programs that gold leafing vehicles since he Perth Amboy. All gourmet All who plan to take the course park in Somerset. Contact Val- they sponsor. The show will was 17 years old. “I learned items are handmade. Potato must attend Orientation. Call erie @ 732-254-2808 to order be held at the Raritan Yacht by watching an old timer, Bill pierogi’s are $7. or visit the office to register. tickets or for more information Club on Thursday, May 22. To Straight. He had done gold 149 Kearny Ave.(Proprietary visit website www.league line- purchase tickets call 732-826- leaf in Wallington. I started House) Perth Amboy. up.com/sayaa 1594. 16. The Amboy Guardian *May 7, 2014 Cigar Night PERTH AMBOY - Cigar Perth Amboy’s Annual Puerto Rican Festival Moves To Its New Location Night Fundraising for the 2014 Fireworks Extravaganza Press Release cient space for more rides city blocks from the origi- zens’ is now host to the larg- Thursday, May 8th from 6:30 PERTH AMBOY - El Co- for the children, a larger area nal “Avenida Puerto Rico”. est Puerto Rican festival in p.m. to 9 p.m. Cornucopia mité Patriótico Cultural for more vendors, and it pro- Stanley P. Rudyk Park is lo- the State of New Jersey. Princess (dockside). $100 per Puertorriqueño, the organiz- vides an additional level of cated in the center of what is Additionally, Quiles said, person (includes: Buffet din- ing committee of the Annual security in that people have known as “El Barrio Puer- that we are proud to an- ner, open bar and cigars). For Puerto Rican Festival, tradi- more room to move around torriqueño”, known to lo- nounce that our headliner more info contact Irving Lo- tionally held on Hall Avenue freely. As in years past, we cal Perth Amboy residents this year is none other than, zada at (732) 826-7121 or via in Perth Amboy, NJ, an- will highlight the traditions as “Rudyk Park”. The 7.5 “El bebe de la Salsa”, Jerry email at ilozada@pertham- nounced today that the festi- of Puerto Rico, and it is go- acres of recreational space Rivera. Jerry Rivera holds boynj.org val has found a new home! ing to be a great celebration includes a large festival area the record for the most sold The president of the organiz- of our culture only it’s go- and the legendary Roberto salsa albums in history and ing committee, Jacqueline ing to be bigger and better! Clemente Baseball Stadium. has also held the number #1 Quiles, has said that because We want to thank the com- In 2000, the City of Perth spot in the Latin American Golf Outing the festival attendance has munity and our sponsors for Amboy honored the legacy Billboards for three consec- increased significantly in the making this event what it is of Roberto Clemente by utive months. We are proud Date Changed past several years the deci- today.” naming the newly construct- to have someone of his mu- OLD BRIDGE - Sponsored sion was made to move the This year’s festival will ed stadium in his name. sical talents perform our fes- By The South Amboy Fire festival to accommodate the take place at its new loca- Thousands of residents visit tival. th Department 125 Anniver- larger crowds and the in- tion, Stanley P. Rudyk Park, the park annually to par- For more information or sary Committee. MONDAY creased number of vendors 500 Valley Place, Perth Am- ticipate in various athletic to preserve a space at this TH – JUNE 9 at the Glenwood who participate in the event boy as follows: Friday, June contests, family gatherings year’s festival please contact Country Club – Old Bridge. every year. 6, from 3 - 11 p.m. Saturday, and to partake in fitness ex- Jacqueline Quiles at 732- $125 Per Golfer. $30 For Non She said “we trust the resi- June 7, from noon - 11 p.m. ercises. It is, therefore, with 882-3866. th Golfers At the 19 Hole 7:30 dents of Perth Amboy will Sunday, June 8, from noon - great anticipation that the a.m. Registration – 9 a.m. be pleased with the new 9 p.m. new home of one of Puerto Shotgun Start. Register By venue as it provides suffi- The park is Just a few Rico’s most illustrious citi- April 22nd. Visit Us On Face- book For Ongoing Info, Please Contact Mike Toth @ 908- 930-3497 Or Mtoth1@Opton- line.Net

Economic Forum EDISON - By popular demand the Edison Chamber of Com- merce conducts an Annual Economic Forum in partner- ship with Michael Cangemi LLC. The purpose is to bring the business community to- gether with knowledgeable ex- perts to discuss various topics related to the current econom- ic conditions and trends, and specific timely and relevant business issues. This year’s Economic Forum is on Thursday, May 8, 2014. The keynote speaker will be Melanie Willoughby, Acting President, NJBIA. Economic Forum VI will focus on the volatile and fragile economy, credit, regulatory and taxes updates. Topics will include growing the economy by edu- cating the workforce, creating jobs and investing in real es- tate. This year’s new compo- nent on technology develop- ments and risks will provide business leaders awareness of the expanding digital econo- my. The start time is 8 a.m., continental breakfast is in- cluded. The location is the Pines Manor, Edison. Advance online registration is recom- mended. The event sponsors are Inves- tors Bank, EisnerAmper LLP, AB Bernstein Global Wealth Management, Wilentz Gold- man & Spitzer PA, JFK Medi- cal Center, NJBIA, Edison Chamber of Commerce, The Star Ledger, NJBIZ, Radio Station WCTC, and NJ.com. May 7, 2014 * The Amboy Guardian .17 Play Trip Novena to SOUTH AMBOY - The South Novena to St. Rita St. Francis For Our Amboy Seniors are planning Animal Friends Senior Scene a trip to Hunterdon Playhouse on June 17, 2014, for a dinner O holy protectress of those Heavenly Father, our human and show (Better with a Band) who art in greatest need, ties with our friends of other a summer musical. Cost is thou who shineth as a star species is wonderful and spe- Happenings $82. Bus is leaving from the of hope in the midst of dark- cial gift from You. We now Perth Amboy South Amboy Senior building ness, blessed Saint Rita, bright ask You to grant our special WED. May 7 Simpson Seniors, 10 a.m., mirror of God’s grace, in pa- animal companions your Fa- on Stevens Avenue at 9:00 am. Williamson Hall, High St. If interested call Mary Ann at tience and fortitude thou art a therly care and healing power • Holy Rosary Seniors, 12:30 p.m., Auditorium, 732-721-3894. model of all the states in life. to take away any suffering Florida Grove Rd. I unite my will with the will they have. Give us, their hu- • St. Stephen’s Seniors, 1 p.m., Cafeteria, State St. Spring Flower of God through the merits of man friends, new understand- • Holy Trinity Seniors, 1 p.m., my Savior Jesus Christ, and ing of our responsibilities to Church Hall, Lawrie & Johnstone St. Fair 2014 in particular through his pa- these creatures of Yours. They THURS. May 8 The Cathedral International Seniors, 9:30 a.m., NEW BRUNSWICK - Friday, tient wearing of the crown of have trust in us as we have in Family Life Center, Madison Ave. May 9 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., thorns, which with tender de- You; our souls and theirs are • Ukrainian Assumption Seniors, 12 noon Saturday, May 10 from 9:30 votion thou didst daily con- on this earth together to give Church Basement, Alta Vista Pl. MON. May 12 St. James Golden Girls, 10 a.m., a.m. - 4 p.m., Sunday, May template. Through the merits one another friendship, af- Fellowship Hall, Commerce St. 11 from 9:30 am - 3 p.m. at of the holy Virgin Mary and fection, and caring. Take our TUES. May 13 Holy Spirit Seniors, 12:30 p.m., Rutgers Gardens, School of thine own graces and virtues, heartfelt prayers and fill Your Church Hall, Brace Ave. Environmental and Biological I ask thee to obtain my earnest ill or suffering animals with • Market Square Seniors, 1 p.m., Sciences, Rutgers, The State petition, provided it be for the healing Light and strength to Presbyterian Center, Market St. University of New Jersey, 112 greater glory of God and my overcome whatever weakness WED. May 14 Simpson Seniors, 10 a.m., Ryders Lane, New Brunswick. own sanctification. Guide and of body they have. Williamson Hall, High St. Please note that if you are us- purify my intention, O holy (Here mention the names of • Holy Rosary Seniors, 12:30 p.m., Auditorium, ing either a GPS or on line protectress and advocate, so the animals needing prayer). Florida Grove Rd. mapping service the directions that I may obtain the pardon Your goodness is turned upon • St. Stephen’s Seniors, 1 p.m., Cafeteria, State St. THURS. May 15 The Cathedral International Seniors, 9:30 a.m., may be wrong if you use our of all my sins and the grace to every living thing and Your Family Life Center, Madison Ave. Ryders Lane address. Please persevere daily, as thou didst grace flows to all Your crea- South Amboy use Log Cabin Road, New in walking with courage, gen- tures. From our souls to theirs WED. May 14 South Amboy Seniors, noon, Brunswick as the address. Re- erosity, and fidelity down the goodness flows, touching each Senior Center, S. Stevens Ave member your wagon! path of life. (Mention your re- of us with the reflection of MON. Jun. 2 St. Mary’s Seniors, noon, The sale is on rain or shine. quest.) Your love. Grant to our special Senior Center, S. Stevens Ave. Your purchase directly benefits Saint Rita, advocate of the im- animal companions long and the Rutgers Gardens Student possible, pray for us. healthy lives. Give them good Attn: If Your Club changes Your Internship Program, which Saint Rita, advocate of the relationships with us, and if Schedule due to the Holidays will provide hands-on educa- helpless, pray for us. You see fit to take them from tional experience for over 12 Recite the Our Father, Hail us, help us to understand that Please give us two weeks notice! students this coming summer. Mary, and Glory Be three they are not gone from us, but 732-896-4446 or 732-261-2610 Rutgers Gardens is entirely times each. only drawing closer to You. self-supporting, and your sup- K.M. & C.M. Grant our prayer through the port is greatly needed and ap- intercession of good St. Fran- Please Submit Community Events preciated! For more info call cis of Assisi, who honored 2 Weeks in Advance! 732-932-8451. You through all Your crea- tures. Give him the power to watch over our animal friends until they are safely with You in eternity, where we someday Answers hope to join them in giving You honor forever. Amen. From Puzzle On Page 19 (You can make this a Novena for a sick pet, by praying this prayer for 9 consecutive days) K.M. LOOKING BACK

Stories From Perth Amboy PERTH AMBOY - Stories From Perth Amboy by Katherine PERTH AMBOY – Circa 1950’s - One of many local gas stations. Massopust is available at the Barge Restaurant, 201 Front *Photo Courtesy of Perth Amboy Free Public Library St., Perth Amboy or in Fertig’s Department Store, 195 New This Photo was restored under a grant for the Kearny Cottage Archiving project by the Middlesex Cul- Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy For more info call Katherine tural and Heritage Commission at 732-261-2610 or call the Barge at 732-442-3000 - or Fer- tig’s at 732-646-8337 - A Great Gift! 18. The Amboy Guardian *May 7, 2014 New Perth Amboy History Documentary Tell Our Advertisers YOU SAW IT IN

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