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Loose Ends Come Back to Haunt 2/11/19 Caucus

PERTH AMBOY – One of the McKeon came up to talk about to tow our own cars. We will be topics of discussion was a Capi- the proposals for the Police De- training someone inhouse to do tal Budget Proposal. Former partment. “We need to get a new this.” B.A. Greg Fehrenbach spoke fingerprinting/scanning system. The next topic was the Handi- first. “There were no proposedThe one that we have now is 15 capped Parking Committee. expenditures with the water years old. We also need a new Council President Bill Petrick and wastewater utilities. There thermal plastic lining machine wanted it to go back to the old are no new projects. They are to paint the yellow curb lines way. finishing up old projects. and The crosswalk lines. The new City Clerk Victoria Kupsch Council will receive an intro- one that we’re looking to get said, “Only two people who duced budget to be adopted in is more efficient and it haswere a on the Committee wanted late April or May and a bond smaller tank. It will work much to return.” ordinance then would be intro- better in our parking lots.” Chief McKeon spoke up, duced." Deputy Police Chief Larry “There’s only one officer on the Fire Chief Ed Mullen came Cattano then came up to speak, Committee.” up to discuss a few of the items “The old one that we have now Petrick then requested that in the Fire Department Capi- has a large propane tank and it’s any renewals should be going Deputy Police Chief Acting Police Chief good to use on larger streets and back to the way in the past. tal Budget Proposal. He stated, Larry Cattano Roman McKeon “There would be $150,000 for a big parking lots that have longer Kupsch responded, “A lot of traffic/light and gate control for parking lines.” the new requests have been ad- the new school (by the Public McKeon then continued to dressed. Now, we only have 31 over any medical records.” Handicapped Parking Commit- Safety Complex). This would speak, “We also need to pur- new requests.” Petrick concluded, “The Com- tee.” be $500,000 cost to the City.chase a wide format printer for Petrick suggested that the mittee should not review medi- There was a resolution: R-75- We will also be recycling equip- the street signs. This new print- Committee should only deal cal records and with any new 2/19 Accepting the proposal ment that can be put in other ve- er will use the same materials with new requests coming in. applicants coming in, a doc- of and awarding a contract to hicles in the department.” as the old one. We also need a Kupsch agreed and said, “The tor’s note should be sufficient. Acting Police Chief Roman vehicle loader and equipment Committee does not want to go Renewals will be done through *Continued on Page 2 the Clerk’s Office and not the And In This Corner...Not So Fast! 2/13/19 Council Meeting

PERTH AMBOY – During the He next talked about Com- Council President William to become Chief. He has been go through our buildings. We first public portion to address munication No. 21. Concerning Petrick responded, “It’s up to very supportive (of our orga- had a level of insecurity. Now, agenda items, Resident Ken a Neville Street Resident who the Mayor.” nization) and he has been very we have a bridge and a rela- Balut came up to address item complained about loud music Caba continued stating, “We hands-on. We had security con- tionship with the Police and the R-75 - Auditing the YMCA. and other disturbing activities. had a special meeting to inter- cerns for our students, especial- community and feel more se- Balut read a letter pertaining “This person is afraid, and that view a candidate for the Busi- ly the after-care program, and cure.” tothe YMCA's contract under is why they don’t want to be ness Administrator position, he helped us out a great deal.” Former Police Officer Jay Mayor Joe Vas’s administra- identified. “We had a study thatbut the public was left out. Will Resident Gregory Pabon came Martinez came up to speak tion. It stated in 2007, there was said we needed more parks. Fix the Mayor pick whomever she up to speak. He stated, “As a cit - to talk about R-95. He talked a 20-year contract and in 2013, illegal housing first.” wants (as Police Chief)? I see a izen, I can campaign for whom- about the leadership that Roman the Board of Education gave Former Councilman Fernando late (resolution starter) appoint- ever I want. I support McKeon. McKeon showed when they the YMCA $300,000 for servic- Gonzalez came up next, “Be- ing Larry Cattano.” I think he will do a better job. I were both a part of the Swat es. “Tax dollars are being givenfore I left the Council, I asked Petrick responded to Caba’s never use my Chaplain uniform Team. “McKeon was a Lieuten- to the Y. The Charter School for a monthly revenue that the last statement, “This was not when campaigning.” ant at the time. You have to set gave money to the Y. Services courts received, but there were acted on at Monday’s Caucus Monsignor John Gordon came and be an example. McKeon were to be bidded out. Did we no comparisons of the revenue Meeting, but it was discussed up to speak, “As the Police put aside his personal needs and get the Jefferson Street Parking (from year to year). I’m pleased in Monday’s (2/11/19) closed Chaplain Coordinator, Acting was in the forefront. His agenda Lot yet?” to see that you’re not appoint- session. This is just a recom- Chief McKeon is very inspir- was: “Do and know your job!” He then turned his attention ing a public defender. You can’t mendation. If the Council wants ing. In emergency situations, Part of this approach is in his to R-86 – Granting a Waiver of have a public defender who this resolution (Late Starter – he’s making an impact. I do DNA. He put his needs aside. Residency to Solenny Pena as is not bilingual, especially in Resolution R-95-2/19 – Recom- respect our Deputy Chief (Cat- We have a cultural diversity and Municipal Court Administra- Spanish. They should live in mending Lawrence J. Cattano tano). I see the way McKeon a melting pot here. McKeon tor. Balut asked, “If we’re nottown or have an office in town.be appointed as Chief of Police works with the rank and file andtakes community policing seri- appointing a Deputy (Court You should eliminate a judge for the City of Perth Amboy). I support him.” ously. He takes the bull by the Clerk), so it means we didn’t and not public defenders. I see Resident Robert Mesi came Rev. Michael Leach came up horns and wholeheartedly be- need one before?” that the courts got $160,000 in up to speak. He mentioned Lar- to support McKeon for Police lieves in serving the communi- He next addressed R-92 – Au- revenue last year.” ry Cattano’s father, and what Chief. “I also respect Deputy ty. He drilled this into all of his thorizing a contract with Jasin- Resident and Businessman a great guy he was. “I recom- Chief Cattano. On any given officers.” ski, P.C. as investigator in a per- David Caba came up next. He mend Cattano for Chief.” day, we have children and se- Dorothy Carty-Daniel ques- sonnel matter in an amount not turned around and pointed to the The new CEO of PRAHD Kim niors (that attend activities). tioned if R-95 (late starter), “Is to exceed $9,500. “You need to large crowd and said, “It should V. Ruiz came up to speak and Chief Roman has always shown have a second group to investi- be like this every time. Are we said, “I support Chief McKeon his concerns for us. We’ve had *Continued on Page 3 gate employees.” getting a new Police Chief?” who is the Acting Police Chief shootings and threats. Bullets

South Amboy City Council Meeting 2/20/19 - 7 p.m. 2. The Amboy Guardian * February 20, 2019 Loose Ends Come Back to Haunt 2/11/19 Caucus in an amount not to exceed tial historic properties. She then *Continued from Page 1 $26,629.00. “The pump hadstated why she came to speak given way and it was better to before the Council. “The pri- the firm of Magone and- Com replace to it.” vate buses that were parked on pany, P.C. for audit services re- When it came to the public Sayre Avenue have been gone garding the agreement City of portion, Resident Ken Balut since July 2018. The Zoning Perth Amboy/Raritan Bay Area spoke first, “It was aboutBoard time never voted on this mat- YMCA operating a facility at that they did the audit of the Y. ter. The Zoning Board just told the Public Safety Complex in an They owe us over $2 million. their representatives (for the amount not to exceed $25,000. The Charter School is paying owner of those buses) to come Law Director Peter King ex- them to use the facilities.” He back to secure the buses and plained, “This is to do a forensic also suggested that parties in- not make them an eyesore. The audit of the last 10 years to try volved should have a practice bus company did this on their to get back money from the Y. run to make sure all the equip- own (move the buses) but I see Councilman Joel Pabon then ment installed runs properly they are back on the Zoning stated, “$25,000 is a lot. I hope before the school opens up. He Board Agenda. No one in the we get something out of this.” then talked about the different neighborhood knew this. This King then explained, “This is lawsuits involved with the City will affect our property values. to go through all of their (the and what is the City’s liability. The Zoning Board should have Y's) documents.” “Our liability is $250,000 on postponed this meeting. It’s too Fire Chief Mullen came for- lawsuits. It used to be $100,000. late to cancel the Zoning Board ward to talk about R-76-2/19 - Did you know we were chang- Meeting. Is there some way Authorizing the proper City Of- ing our liabilities?” to pass an ordinance so people ficials to submit an application Law Director King explained, know that if a matter is not re- to FEMA for the Port Security “That number is actually down solved, it has to be carried over Grant Program 2019 to be used because the figure was based on to the next Zoning Board Meet- for the replacement of Marine 5. old cases." ing?” “The new boat will be at zero Balut then asked, “Can we get Law Director King responded, cost to the City. To maintain the a list of those cases?” “The Zoning Board should have boat will be between $10,000- Balut then talked about handi- requested to carry this matter $12,000. The existing boat is capped parking spaces. He stat- over.” falling apart, and we will be ed there is handicapped park- Fehrenbach then added, trading it in.” ing on his street that are not in “There could be a challenge to Greg Fehrenbach gave an compliance. “What are we hir- the Zoning Board.” explanation of R-79-2/19 – ing the private investigator for Law Director King then told Accepting the Safe & Secure regarding sexual harassment? Skelton, “You can address this Communities Program Grant in You should hire investigators to matter when they (the Zoning the amount of $60,000 adminis- investigate lawyers.” Board) ask for comments from tered by the division of Crimi- Businesswoman Sharon Hub- the public.” King then told the nal Justice, Department of Law berman came up to speak next, Council, “You have control and Public Safety. “This would “Last Tuesday (2/5/19) there over the Zoning Board to make be to offset wages and salaries was a strong smell of gas on suggestions.” of Police Officers.” Amboy Avenue. The Fire De- Resident and Businessman CFO Jill Goldy then added partment response was won- David Caba came forward to that the money is going to sur- derful, and we need to support speak. He stated, “I have been plus. them more. The KinderMorgan in Perth Amboy for 36 years. Business Administrator Fred- pipeline exposes us to too many Based on the last time I was erick Carr talked about R-80- chemicals. There are issues with here, it was said there was zero 2/19 – A local Arts Programthe sewer system. Our EMT’s Chaplains as of now. It’s noth- Grant from Middlesex County are exposed to these chemicals. ing against the Chaplains, but Office of Arts and HistoryPeople for are knocking on doors what are they being used for? the 2019 Arts Program in the in Ward 6 District 5 and tellingIs it for the good of the City, or amount of $2,800. “This is thepeople it’s mandatory to install for political purposes? We went CDBG grant for an oral history solar panels. These people do from 2 to 90. I know one who program.” not have permits.” Hubberman has integrity and doesn’t attend He also explained R-81-2/19 – then asked, “Can the Council Council Meetings. God cannot A Grant to provide services and implement an environmental be used as a toy, and we need innovative approaches for at- committee? We have been hav- answers.” risk youth in Middlesex County ing terrible smells lately.” Acting Police Chief McKe- in the amount of $56,580. “This City Clerk Kupsch responded on came up to answer Caba’s is also a CDBG grant.” to one of Hubberman’s con- concerns, “Between 28-30 of On Resolution R-83-2/19 cerns. “Solicitors have to comethe Police Chaplains were re- – Accepting a grant from the to our office and have to- beinstated. ap We need a letter from MCO of Arts and History proved by the Police Depart- their church, and they have to through the Perth Amboy Of- ment.” have a brick and mortar build- fice of Economic and- Com Resident Renee Skelton came ing. Sgt. Zaleski is in charge of munity Development/Historic up to speak. She remarked the Chaplains. They are called Preservation Commission in the about the grant given the His- when there is a death notifica- amount of $4,500. toric Preservation Commission tion or a hostile situation. They Carr explained that this is for (R-83). “This is for a research oral history. project.” She stated it will help Council President Bill Petrick establish boundaries for poten- *Continued on Page 3 disagreed. At the time, no one was present to speak about this. Deputy Police Chief Larry Law Office of Cattano spoke about R-89. A contract to NAPA Autoparts for the purchase of a tire-changer ERALIDES E. CABRERA in accordance with Source- well, a national co-op in an Abogado amount not to exceed the sum of $13,599.99. “This equipment Specializing In can change up to 22-inch tires. • Immigration The old one we have now is not able to.” Fehrenbach gave an explana- We are bilingual and have offices at: tion on R-94 – An emergency 708 Carson Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 contract with A & D Industrial Phone: 732 - 826-5020; Fax: 732-826-6646 Pump Repair Companies for 1201 E. Grand St., Unit 3A, Elizabeth, NJ 07201 Emergency Repairs to the Ran- Phone: 908-351-0957; Fax: 908-351-0959 ney Well 4 MGD Pump at the Email: [email protected] Runyon Water Treatment Plant February 20, 2019 * The Amboy Guardian .3 Loose Ends Come Back to Haunt 2/11/19 Caucus eratures in the City when they boy.” always walking Convery Blvd of these projects.” *Continued from Page 1 were in their uniforms.” Resident Vince Mackiel came and the Waterfront and I always Mackiel concluded with, “We McKeon said, “I know that up to speak, “In November and see excavating signs on those need to move away from fossil have an office in our building. this happened, and it was December, there were three ac- streets. When are you going fuels.” I remember how they coun- stopped.” cidents involving City garbage to talk about the future of our Councilman Fernando Irizarry seled the firemen when the Fire Councilman Joel Pabon said, trucks. You need at least two City? There are four spills on was not present due to illness. Chief passed away. They don’t “I know Chaplains are present people working on them. Was the agenda tonight. Cleanups cost the City any money. They 24 hours/7days a week and we the vehicle put out of service? and remediations are always go- have helped us when we needed commend those who are ac- You need appropriate staff.” ing on. Stop greenlighting these someone to cook and when we tive.” He then talked about the new projects. Look at Denmark and Attend Pubic have tours for children.” McKeon then explained, fire equipment that will seehave what they are doing.” Meetings Council President Bill Pet- “They (Chaplains who arethe foam. “Buckeye is donat- Council President Bill Petrick rick said, “I remembered seeing out-of-towners and in uniform ing $100,000 towards it. Did responded to Mackiel’s com- Have Your some of the out-of-town Chap- working on campaigns) are no the City every consider having ments about Wind Services, lains passing out campaign lit- longer working in Perth Am- a Wind Service come in? I’m “The State did not allow some Voice Heard!

And In This Corner...Not So Fast! 2/13/19 Council Meeting jamin Ruiz) is terminated, but said, “The court said they need ed, “The Council appoints the to Transit about this problem. A *Continued from Page 1 he is fighting that decision anda Deputy Court Clerk. Through members to that Board, and the lot of people in town don’t have a Judge will render a decision in attrition, this position will not members vote for their officers cars and walk.” this a common practice (of an 40 days.” be filled because of budget -con and secretary.” Fehrenbach responded, “When appointment such as this)? Be- Petrick commented again, cerns.” Fehrenbach added additional we first notified NJ Transit, they cause I never heard of this being “There’s a conclusion drawn Businessman David Caba comments, “The appointment said it’s the County’s problem. done before (the Council being by some of us that this would said, “I asked questions about(of the secretary for the Zoning The County said it’s NJ Tran- involved in recommending an be a late-starter. There are three the Chaplains, and we’re all Board) is not consistent with the sit’s problem because of the appointment of police chief).” Council Members present to here to work together. “I’veCity’s Ordinance, but the Zon- steel erosion.” Council President Petrick vote to see if it will be put on as been here since 1991. I’ve ing Board Attorney disagrees. Mackiel continued, “I talked answered, “We were never - ina late-starter. We conduct busi- fought for the community this Actions are being taken.” to DPW Director Frank Hoff- volved before.” ness in the open to hear what long. I am not here because Resident Gregory Pabon came man who told me that the Coun- Daniel continued stating, the community has to say. We I’m against the Chaplains, but up to speak. He stated, “I’m not ty can do it. The Community “We are a Faulkner B City. Thegenerally have the same people what is the purpose of having here to argue. As a private citi- can benefit from the trains.” Chief of Police or Fire Chief is (residents) who come to the so many? The Acting Chief zen, I can support and campaign Fehrenbach stated, “The steel appointed by the Mayor. If you meetings.” said it’s not political, one of the for whomever I want. The man structure had to be fixed first vote “Yes,” what happens? I’ve Councilman Joel Pabon spoke Chaplains was a treasurer of a who spoke can shake my hand. before the County can pour the been involved with the Police next and said, “I personally political campaign. There was a The people (Chaplains) who cement. Transit will deal with it Department since Yuro was the didn’t think the late-starter R-95 Chaplain that came to support a were at a political campaign with the upcoming construction Chief. I worked with the DVRT should be here on the agenda. candidate for position of Police headquarters in Chaplain uni- period.” (Domestic Violence Response All three (Ruiz, Cattano, McKe- Chief but stayed away from pol- forms were not from Perth Am- During the Council Com- Team). You (the Council) don’t on) have all been responsive itics. Stop using God as a toy! boy. I will not speak about this ments, Helmin Caba thanked have the ability to do anything when I called them. Whoever The person who is a Chaplain again. I’m leaving it in God’s everyone for coming. “Those after your recommendation. the Mayor puts in that position, and was a treasurer (for a politi- hands. I will pray for all, includ- who can’t come can call us or Where is it going? You can’t en- we will have to work with him.” cal campaign) has never shaken ing him. I will humble myself contact other City Departments. act it. At the end of the day, it’s Councilman Caba said he my hand.” and go and shake his hand.” We don’t have the resources to the Mayor’s decision.” agreed with Pabon. “We don’t Businessman Adele Taw- Resident Dorothy Carty-Dan- be able to be in contact with ev- Resident Kareem Mann said, have a say in the choice.” fik came up again and askediel if said, “I don’t come up here eryone.” “My family has owned a busi- When City Clerk Victoria Benny Ruiz (the Last Chief of to criticize you (the Council) Councilman Joel Pabon spoke ness for over 50 years. We’ve Kupsch took a vote of the three Police) has been terminated. or beat you up, but I think the next, “In the past three weeks, made a full circle. The Mayor Council Members that were Law Director King responded, Council is its own worst enemy. the Mayor, Councilwoman has done a good job, and all I present regarding putting late- “He has been terminated, but This is a wonderful town, but Tejeda, myself, and Depart- want is for all of us to come to- starter R-95-2/19 on the agenda, he is fighting it on appeal. Theit’s a secret. The first Mayorment I of Recreation Supervisor gether. The Chiefs have done a no-one seconded the motion. termination is based on cer- remember was Flynn. At that Kenny Ortiz have met with the good job, too.” “Since we have no second,tain actions. I and his (Ruiz’s) time, each Council Member Board of Education. We need Businessman Adele Tawfik R-95-2/19 dies.” representative have presented had a specific job. Each Councilto have a dry run at the New said, “Someone already holds During the last public portion, evidence as to why he should or Member should have a report Seaman Street School (to make the Chief position. Why are Ken Balut came up to speak. He should not been terminated.” on what’s happening in town. sure the traffic signals, gates, people from other cities here (at talked about the Chaplain (Rev. Resident and former mem- Promote yourself more. You and anything connected to the the Council Meeting)?" Michael Leach). “She spoke ber of the Zoning Board Roi- need to let every citizen know traffic in that area) is cleared up There were six more commu- about crime, but it’s not report- sin Dowling stated that she had you are doing something worth- before the school opens. The nications that were added on ed. The Chaplains know, but the talked to the Council at a previ- while.” Board of Education pulled up a 2/13/19's Meeting Agenda - allpublic didn’t. The City should ous meeting about a person who Two young women from the map that showed how the traf- from either retired chiefs from report about OD’s and maybe is on the Zoning Board who We Love You Foundation (part fic flow will be. We should be Perth Amboy or current chiefs they can be reduced. Our last resigned in 2018. “ In Januaryof the UN Initiative) came up able to do that. There’s a pos- from other municipalities sup- B.A. (Cruz) recommended hav- of this year, the Zoning Board to speak, “We are asking if wesibility of opening up Elizabeth, porting Deputy Chief Cattano ing a Deputy Court Clerk.” Bal- put that person in a position.” can help you in any way. Some Cortlandt, and First Street to for the Police Chief position. ut then read Cruz’s comments She mentioned his questionable of the activities that we have improve Traffic. We need to sit Tawfik then said, "The Act- about being invited to a special background. “Why was that done in other towns have been down and talk about this. They ing Chief (McKeon) is doing a church service in Newark cele- person put back on the Zoning donating books, street cleanups, are talking about building an- great job.” brating Senator Corey Booker’s Board?” walkathons for Haiti, and blood other school which will be in a A young woman came up decision to run for President in Bill Petrick responded, “That drives.” congested zone.” to speak, “The Acting Chief 2020. He then had a complaint person resigned from the Former Councilman Fernando Council President Bill Petrick (McKeon) has inspired me. He about the salary of $143,000 for Board.” Gonzalez came up to speak re- said, “There has been a dis- is caring and loving. Why re- a Recreation Supervisor. “The Dowling was puzzled to why garding the Y, “We have given cussion on multimedia outlets move someone who is doing a Chief of Police didn’t stand up this person was allowed to them $24,000 each month since about why the Council can’t get great job? What are you bas- to defend the Police and their come back and put in a position 2008. Maybe it was a contract a boat ramp. This would be an ing your recommendation on? I low pay. Certain people are be- on the Zoning Board, “What are with the prior Mayor. I compli- Administrative decision.” believe in the Chief (McKeon) ing taken care of, but you are you guys afraid of?” ment the Council for taking this For the consent agenda R-64- and the Mayor.” not taking care of the salary of Councilman Caba then spoke, action (to have the Y’s books 2/19 thru R-69-2/19 and R- Councilman Helmin Caba the Police. Crime is not being “The Zoning Board votes for audited). Woodbridge Town- 73-2/19-R-94-2/19 was moved responded “The Council is notpublicized. Investigate what’s their own chairs and secretary. ship took over their Y and made by Councilman Joel Pabon and pushing for this (Resolution).” going on in the courts.” We have no say on who they ap- it a community center. With the seconded by Councilman Hel- Council President Petrick also Law Director Peter King re- point.” profits they made from that, min Caba. R-70-2/19 thru R-72- responded, “We have an Acting sponded to Balut’s last state- Petrick then commented they were able to buy a private 2/19 were pulled per request by Chief who is holding the title of ment, “We investigated why theagain, “We’re going to ask theclub.” B.A. Frederick Carr. They all Captain. Only one person has Court Administrator left. It was lawyer. Have you gone to the Resident Vince Mackiel came were regarding contracts with held the title of Police Chief in for personal reasons because Zoning Board and asked them up next, “Last year I asked the public defenders. the last few years.” they had to care for a sick rela- these questions about the indi- Council about what’s happening Councilman Fernando Irizar- Law Director Peter King add- tive. It was stated in a letter.” vidual who resigned?” with the Transit Bridge between ry and Councilwoman Milady ed some comments, “He (Ben- Former B.A. Greg Fehrnebach Law Director King respond- Elm and Market Streets. I wrote Tejeda were absent. 4. The Amboy Guardian * February 20, 2019 LOCAL PERSPECTIVE

EDITORIAL THE COMMUNITY VOICE

different stories about it. It was ness and we know that's where Too Big to Fail? said that Amazon is in the RED (Pay to Play comes in) deal or Looks like What's the Point? Why Bother? and losing money, and many no deal. Is your town ready to - lost 25,000 jobs and $ 27 BIL cities across America wanted do business with Amazon? LION in new tax revenues be- The Greatest Love of All an Amazon HQ. Amazon didn't cause Amazon walked out for a There was a big discussion had to be the first at something. lose anything. They will find Orlando “Wildman” Perez reason, and you’re going to hear at the 2/13/19 Council Meeting Just make it your mind-set and another major city to do busi- regarding the late-starter resolu- say: "Hey, it could be me!" You tion (R-95) to recommend ap- don’t need someone in a certain pointing a new police chief. position who looks like you to First of all, it should not have achieve. Tai Chi/Qigong for Health been on the agenda since the Sometimes just by the way This program is designed to empower participants 18 years of age or older to make wellness an last police chief (Benny Ruiz) you live your life, you probably important part of their lifestyle. It combines the principles and practice of Tai Chi and Qigong with is appealing the termination are a role model to somebody free flowing movements that are easy to do, yet very effective in calming your mind, relaxing your of his position by the City of else and didn’t’ even know it. body and balancing the emotions. Perth Amboy. Like Yogi Ber- There were many businesses Tai Chi was originally taught as a high level martial art but is now practiced slowly and gently ra said, “It’s not over ‘til it’sthat were successful who were for its numerous wellness benefits. Qigong (energy skill) exercises are single, repetitive move- over!” A ruling on this decisionowned by minorities before ments that are both easy to learn and are the foundational basis for quality Tai Chi practice and by a judge should take place there were any minority mayors promoting health. These principles include correct posture, stability, balance and coordination, in around 40-45 days to deter- in Perth Amboy. They just went which can be applied into all of your activities of daily living. th th mine if Ruiz was terminated for it. They didn’t say, “Oh, my Thurs., Feb. 21 - March 28 from 7 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. th th justifiably. If the judge decidesGod there’s no one who looks Sat., Feb. 23 - March 30 - 9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. in Ruiz’s favor, he can get his like me in the mayor’s office Cost: YMCA Members - $75 Community Members - $85 backpay and waltz right back and I can’t be successful.” Ku- Classes held at the Raritan Bay Area YMCA 357 New Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 into his job. This should not dos to those who didn’t wait for have even been brought up for someone else to look like them discussion. to achieve a higher office to be If there are certain appoint- successful. Radiant Lotus Women’s Qigong ments that a mayor makes that There is a reason why WWII PERTH AMBOY - Radiant Lotus Women’s Qigong (RLWQ), created by Daisy Lee, is a simple really doesn’t need an approval produced the Greatest Genera- way to return to our foundational basics of breath, movement, and mind work. These essential ele- by the Council, why even both- tion of which I’m proud to say ments of Qigong assist in promoting balance amidst the often-hectic schedules of life. er putting it on the agenda if it's my father and some of my older Slowing the breath helps to center and create inner peace within ourselves, so we are better able to a moot point. Councilman Joel relatives were a part of. They deal with everything that comes our way daily. Pabon said on the meeting on didn’t let opportunities pass Movement is essential for energy to travel openly and smoothly through meridians pathways in the Feb. 13th Meeting, that he them by and they didn’t blame our body, improving circulation as well as an overall feeling of well being. has gotten along and had coop- others for their woes. They just The mind work of Qigong is a reminder to us that how we think is our choice and our beliefs are eration with all three individu- put their nose to the grindstone reinforced continually in our environment at home/work/school, etc. als (Ruiz, Cattano, Roman). and carried on. Like I’ve said This six-week program invites women to learn more about caring for themselves, as they so Pabon also stated that no matter before my father did not go to often care for others. These classes help to release stagnant patterns of thought, which allows the who comes into the position of high school. Once he got out of mind and body to de-stress, and to feel more balanced and free to embrace life in a more positive, police chief, we are going have the service, he went to a trade affirming way. Come and experience all that this gift of Qigong has to offer. All ladies are -wel to work with them. So, I say end school to learn to become a me- come, no restrictions, we can all do this! When: Tuesdays - Feb. 19th thru March 26th, 2019, 7 - 8:15pm; Saturdays - Feb 23rd thru March of story. chanic. He and my mom raised th Now, moving right along, I ten children and had three suc- 30 , 11am - 12:15pm am so tired of when a person is cessful businesses. My mom Where: Raritan Bay Area YMCA, 367 New Brunswick Ave. Perth Amboy Cost: Members $75 - appointed or elected to a posi- was an equal partner with my Community $85. To register call the Y @ 732-442-3632 or www.rbaymca. For more information, tion, whether it be on the Coun- dad and kept all the books for contact Lori (Instructor) at (732) 750-1212, or e-mail her at [email protected] cil, Board of Education, or an the taxi business, and when the administrative position that need arose, even drove the cab. their ethnicity or their gender My father’s reading material has to be touted. As long as the every day consisted of the bible, person has the qualifications, and daily newspaper. My fa- is a citizen and works for all of ther could hold a conversation their constituents, that’s all that with everyone, and people often should matter. asked which college he attend- People are fond of saying, ed. So, this just goes to show “Oh, my God, there’s someone you with determination, a thirst in a high position and now I can for learning, and how you view be just like him or her (Presi- the world and how you treat dent or Governor or any other others can be your best contri- high office). bution. C.M. That’s very nice, but you have to be own motivator. Somebody

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Museum Pass Program Press Release PERTH AMBOY - The Friends of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library have generously provided PERTH AMBOY - Did you know that the City of Perth Amboy has FREE passes to some of the area’s most popular museums! Museum passes offer a great way for an official Town Clock? A new film documentary entitled "Perth family and friends to experience educational and cultural fun. Amboy's Historic Town Clock" reveals all details on such. Picking Up and Returning Passes: Passes can be picked up at the Circulation Desk. Patron must Producer & historian John Dyke explains "In 1869 the Mayor, City present the library card under whose name the pass was reserved. Only Adult patrons whose cards Council and Aldermen purchased a large Town Clock. At that time are in good standing will be able to check out Museum Passes. Passes are good for a total of three the tallest structure in the community was the Simpson Methodist days and are NOT renewable. Passes can be returned at the Circulation Desk or at the Book Drop after hours. Church tower. And there, at 85 feet above High Street, the four- sided clock was installed and maintained by the City. In fact, this Late, Lost or Unreturned Passes: There will be a $5 amount late fee each day the pass is past due. The maximum fine will not exceed $25.00. Passes not returned within 14 days after the due date, year is the 150th Anniversary of our Historic Town Clock!" will be presumed lost and borrowers charged the full replacement cost. Here, this documentary explores the interior & exterior of the Replacement costs for items are as follows: Full cost of the pass. Replacement tower, as well as the workings of the clock itself. Rare historic im- Lost museum pass: costs vary according to the museum and listed on the catalog record for each museum. ages are mixed with live footage resulting in an exciting adventure. Pass Case: $1 So, if you're interested in seeing an 1869 era Perth Amboy, tune into Museum Passes available: local Comcast Channel 34 and check out the schedule for this unique • American Museum of Natural History, New York, NY | free admission and 1 free exhibit or film. show • Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton NJ | pass admits 4 people • Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, New York, NY | pass admits 6 people Sponsored by the Friends of Perth Amboy Free Public Library. www.folperthamboy.com For more WWW.AMBOYGUARDIAN.COM information, please call the Perth Amboy Free Public Library: 732-826-2600. February 20, 2019 * The Amboy Guardian .7 Arturo Alfonso Schomburg The Afro Puerto Rican Contribution to African American History Month Kim Ruiz, CEO – Puerto Rican Association for Human Development, Inc. (PRAHD) Press Release both the Puerto Rican and Cu- PERTH AMBOY - This month ban independence movements the country celebrates the his- from Spain during the 1890s be- tory and achievements of Afri- fore the Spanish American War. can Americans. We celebrate Stung by the remarks of a the contributions, large and teacher in Puerto Rico who told small, made by the descendants him “Negroes have no history,” of Africans; contributions that he dedicated his life to proving have made our country great. that teacher wrong. Schomburg It is important to note that the understood that knowledge of primary center for African history was the route to racial American History is named af- dignity. In his 1925 essay,The ter Arturo Alfonso Schomburg, Negro Digs up His Past, he a Puerto Rican of African and wrote: “History must restore German descent. The renowned what slavery took away, for it Schomburg Center for Research is the social damage of slavery in Black Culture, located in that the present generations the New York Public Library’s must repair and offset.” Anna Daily 135th St. branch in Harlem, has In honor of African American at its core Schomburg’s col- History Month on Friday, Feb- an individual who exemplifies lection of over 10,000 books, ruary 22, from 12 Noon to 2 excellence and commitment to manuscripts, prints, photos, let- p.m.; The Puerto Rican Associ- the African American commu- ters and any other evidence he ation for Human Development, nity. Attending this event will could find documenting African Inc. (PRAHD) will present the be special guest Dean Schom- contribution to history. organization’s Sixth Annual burg—grandson of Arturo Al- Schomburg was born and Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Af- fonso Schomburg. raised in Santurce, Puerto Rico. rican American History Month He was intensely involved in Award to Anna Wilkins Daily,

Coffee Talk with Ask the Rabbi PERTH AMBOY/EDISON Rabbi Metz - "Ask the Rabbi" is back: PERTH AMBOY/EDISON - Wednesdays, February 20, 27 Wednesdays, February 20, 27 at in the food court in Menlo Park 9:30 a.m. Discussions/informal Mall (near Panera) at 12 noon. class in a relaxed environment. Rabbi Sara Metz will discuss NEW LOCATION! Panera current events and Bible topics. In Honor of Our Bread, 1551 Route 1, Edison, She will also answer questions (North of Menlo Park Mall, on you might want answered but Veterans Dinner Gift Auction the southbound side of Route never had the opportunity to ask PERTH AMBOY – Come find 1.) of a rabbi. & Tricky Tray your treasure at the St. Ann So- SOUTH AMBOY – The South ciety of Ukrainian Assumption Amboy Elks, 601 Washington Church Under the Sea Gift Auc- Ave., is having a “In Honor oftion. Sunday, March 3, 2019. Martha Washington Our Veterans Dinner & Tricky Doors Open at 12 Noon – Draw- Tray,” on Sunday, Feb. 24th from ings begin at 2 p.m. Admission Visits New Jersey 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. We are honor- $10 pp. Hundreds of fabulous WOODBRIDGE - Historical Association of Woodbridge Town- ing all Veterans and Hosting prizes and baskets – 50/50 Raf- ship Presents...... Martha Washington Visits New Jersey a dra- Our Veterans from Menlo Park fle. Gift Card Raffle – It’s Your matic performance by Alisa Dupuy. In commemoration of Veterans Home. Come show Lucky Day Raffle. Free Cake, George Washington's birthday, the audience will meet his wife, your support and have dinner Coffee and Tea. Delicious food Martha, who accompanied her husband to his New Jersey winter with them. Tickets available available for purchase! No out- headquarters in 1777 and 1779. Back by popular demand, this is in advance for $10; $12 at side the food or beverage, please! the second visit by Alisa Dupuy to Woodbridge. Ms. Dupuy is door. Can’t make the dinner? Assumption School Auditori- the founder of The Ladies of History and did a dramatic reading Donate a ticket for a Veteran. um, 370 Meredith Street, Perth of Sleepy Hollow in October 2018. Light refreshments will be We are proud to serve those Amboy. For tickets and info, served. The evnet takes place on Monday, February 25, 2019 at who have served us! Menu:call the Assumption Church Of- 7 p.m. Fellowship Hall, First Presbyterian Church, Rahway Av- Stuffed Chicken Breast, Mashedfice: 732-826-0767. enue, Woodbridge. Potato, Vegetable, Cranberry For further information contact Brenda Velasco, Township His- Sauce, Dessert, Coffee & Tea. torian: 732.428.2403. Martha Washington For more information call 732- 727-7170. 8. The Amboy Guardian * February 20, 2019 This Week in World War II A.C. Bus Trip Pet of the Week San Salvador Seniors 75 Years Ago PERTH AMBOY - The San Sal- Urgent...ADOPT this 1-year vador Seniors are sponsoring a old female cat or owner is taking to shelter. She's fully By: Phil Kohn. Dedicated to the memory of his father, GM3 bus trip to Caesar’s Casino in AC on Thursday, Mar. 7, 2019. vetted, vaccinated, spayed & Walter Kohn, U.S. Navy Armed Guard, USNR, and all men and Negative for FIV and Leuke- women who have answered the country’s call in time of need. Bus leaves 12 Noon from the Perth Amboy Knights of Co- mia. She needs a new home Phil can be contacted at [email protected]. lumbus, High Street, Perth Am- asap. Kitty isn't good with a The HMS Penelope is torpedoed and boy. Cost 30 pp. Receive $30 2-year-old and is stressed so sunk off Anzio, Italy, with the loss of 415 crew members on Feb- back in slot dollars. For more now she's being kept secluded ruary 18, 1944. It earns the dubious distinction of being the last info call Joe at 732-826-0819. in a spacious bathroom but re- British cruiser to be lost in the war. The Germans conduct their ceiving minimal human inter- heaviest night raid on London since 1941 as theLuftwaffe inten- A.C. Bus Trip action even though she is safe sifies “the Little Blitz.” The American raid on the Japanese base and content. Hoping to find at Truk Lagoon is completed. Over the two days of the raid, the St. John Paul II a better fit for her so she can Japanese lose two cruisers, four , several other war- have freedom. She is a great ships, 140,000 tons of cargo shipping and over 250 airplanes. Seniors companion that will have a conversation with you and will snuggle In Italy, a third attack in as many days by Indian troops fails PERTH AMBOY – A trip to the Golden Nugget Casino in Atlan- and purr when it's cold. She understands when you tell her NO and to dislodge the Germans from Monte Cassino. New Zealanders tic City will be held on. Wed. to go lay in her bed (just like a dog). She will do anything for a treat manage to force their way across the Rapido River near the town Feb. 27, 2019. Cost $35 pp.; and LOVES to get brushed. You can tell what she is feeling by look- of Cassino, but ultimately are pushed back. $25 back in slot play. Bus will ing at her tail. She appreciates "me time", so it's best to let her tell The Allies begin the “Big Week” bombing campaign against depart from behind St. Stephens you when she wants love. She prefers to sit on the window sill or a German industrial cities on February 19. First target: Leipzig, on Church parking lot on Mechanic cat tree. She is best if no other animal or small children are around. which 2,300 tons of bombs are dropped. Danish saboteurs attack Street at 9:30 a.m. Call Bobbi to Adoption application & donation fee apply. Text 1.732.486.6382 rail lines round Aarhus, Denmark. Unable to withstand sustained reserve a seat: 732-636-2867. Allforthepaws.org Allied air attacks and heavy ground artillery fire, the Germans halt their Anzio counterattack and withdraw. Atlantic City On February 20, the ferry boat SF Hydro — carrying “heavy water” for nuclear-weapons research from Telemark, , Bus Trip Have a Special Pet? to Germany for safekeeping — sinks on Lake Tinn, the largest Fellowship Circle of E-mail us your Pet Photos to AmboyGuardian@ lake in Norway and one of the deepest in Europe — up to 1,500 the Hungarian feet deep. The vessel had been sabotaged by the Norwegian Re- gmail.com with Pet of the Week in the Subject sistance. The British Admiralty announces that the Royal Navy Reformed Church had engaged in an 11-day battle with U-boats in the Strait of PERTH AMBOY – AC Bus line and explain why your pet is special. Please , during which three ships have been sunk and several Trip to the Tropicana Casino on include Name and Phone# for verification. damaged. Sunday, March 3, 2019. Spon- On February 21, organized Japanese resistance ends on Eni- sored by the Fellowship Circle wetok. of the Hungarian Reformed St. Patrick’s Always Caring. In Europe, on February 22, planes of the U.S. Eighth Air Force, Church, 331 Kirkland Place, flying in dense clouds and freezing conditions, bomb the Dutch Perth Amboy, NJ. Bus leaves Day Dinner Always Here. SAYREVILLE - There will be PERTH AMBOY - The Jew- cities of Enschede, Arnhem and Nijmegen by mistake. More the church at 12:00 pm - 6 hour stay at Casino from when a St. Patrick's Day Dinner at ish Renaissance Medical Cen- than 800 civilians are killed. In the Mariana Islands, Japanese Sayreville United Methodist, ter provides primary health and bombers and planes attack the ships of U.S. Task Force we arrive in AC. Cost: $30 pp 406 Main St., Sayreville, NJpreventive services to you and 58, led by Adm. Raymond Spruance. In Moscow, Joseph Stalin ($25 slot play). Bagged lunch provided. To reserve a seat on Saturday, March 16, 2019, your family. We have been an announces that three quarters of Soviet territory has been liber- call: 732-261-8726. Payment from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. active participant in the Perth ated and that the Red Army has advanced over 1,000 miles in due ASAP. NO REFUND FOR Cost: Adult $12.00 Seniors/ Amboy Community and offer some places. LAST MINUTE CANCELLA- Students/Children between care for infants, children, teens, U.S. Navy planes on February 23 attack the Japanese-held TIONS! ages 5-12 yrs. $8.00 adults, and seniors. We strive to islands of Saipan, Guam and Tinian in the Mariana Islands. In Children under 5 – Free Dinner provide the best services for you Asia, “Merrill’s Marauders” (U.S. Army 5307th Composite of Spaghetti & Meatballs. and your family and to make Unit [Provisional]) begin U.S. Lt. Gen. Joseph “Vinegar Joe” A.C. Bus Trip Dinner includes: Corned Beef sure that every service provid- Stilwell's Sino-American advance into northern Burma. In the Holy Rosary Seniors or Spaghetti, Boiled Cabbage ed is to your satisfaction. As a Marshall Islands, American forces complete the occupation of HOPELAWN - The Holy Rosa- & Carrots, Boiled Potatoes, JRMC medical patient, if you're Eniwetok Atoll. U.S. losses are 339 killed, 750 wounded. The ry Seniors are sponsoring a bus Rye Bread or Roll, Beverage, feeling sick or have an urgent (non-life threatening) medi- Japanese garrison has been wiped out. Of 3,400 troops on the trip to the Golden Nugget Casi- Dessert, Take Out Available. island, only 66 prisoners are taken. In Italy, Maj. Gen. Lucian no in Atlantic City on Tuesday, For questions or reservations, cal problem, we're here to help. Make your appt today at (732) Truscott replaces Maj. Gen. John Lucas as commander of the March 12, 2019. Cost is $30 per please contact Winsome Mel- 376-9333 or visit us at 275 Ho- U.S. Fifth Army’s VI Corps at Anzio. person; $25 back in play and vin – 732-432-9072. $5 food voucher. Bus leaves bart Street. On February 24, the U.S. government announces that, so far, Church parking lot at 10:00 am. American casualties total 19,499 killed, 45,545 wounded, 26,339 For more details, please call missing and 26,754 captured. Ronnie 732-442-5252. 2019 Historic Perth Amboy Craft Night: Calendars Children’s Make Your Own Bath Bomb! Author Event WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP PERTH AMBOY - Acclaimed - Treat yourself to a winter children’s author Artie Ben- Book Sale treat—Thursday, February 28 nett is coming to Perth Amboy PERTH AMBOY - Pick up a 6:30 p.m. at the Woodbridge Free Public Library (at the Chil- book or two ($.50 for paper- Main Library. Adults (18+) are dren’s Library in rear) on Sat- backs/$1 for hard cover) or -se invited to create their own bath urday, March 2, 2019 at 1:00 lect a “bag of books” for a pricebombs! These luxurious con- p.m.,as a part of Read Across of only $5. Presently, we are notcoctions fizz up in water and America for story time and mer- accepting donations of books. release soothing epsom salts riment galore! Artie Bennett is Visit us at the Brighton Ave. and essential oils. Choose from Author of: "The Butt Book", Community Center located at a variety of scents and colors "Poopendous", "Peter Panda the corner of Brighton Ave. and to make your own unique bath Melts Down", "Belches, Burps, Sadowski Pkwy. in Perth Am- bomb. Participants will be given Farts--Oh My!" and “The Uni- boy. supplies and instructions. verse's Greatest Dinosaur Jokes The schedule is as follows: Registration is required to and Pre-Hysteric Puns” Drop Saturday: Feb. 23rd, March 9th attend this event! Please - reg by in droves. You won’t want & 23rd. We will be there from ister online @ woodbridge- 2019 Historic Perth Amboy Calendars are now available to miss “The Dr. Seuss of Your1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (weather library.evanced.info/signup/ at the Barge Restaurant, 201 Front St., Perth Amboy 732- Caboose”! The Perth Amboy permitting). If available, Art- EventDetails?eventid=6873. 442-3000 or at Fertigs Uniform Store, 195 New Brunswick Free Public Library is located ist Luis Rosario will be draw- The Woodbridge Main Library Ave., Perth Amboy 732-442-1079, Perth Amboy City Hall or at 196 Jefferson St., Perth -Am ing complimentary caricatures. is located at 1 George Frederick Call Paul or Katherine at 732-293-1090. Back by popular boy. Sponsored by the Friends For more info, e-mail us at Plaza in Woodbridge, NJ. If you demand the Calendars feature old photographs from Perth of Perth Amboy Free Public Li- friendsofperthamboylibrary@ have any questions or need any Amboy. Sponsored by the Kearny Cottage Historical Asso- brary. For more information call gmail.com Check us out on the further information, please con- ciation and the Friends of Perth Amboy Free Public Library. 732-261-2610 or at 201-381- web: www.FOLPerthAmboy. tact us at 732-634-4450 or visit Calendars are $10 Each. 1903. Light refreshments will com Book Dealers are wel- our website -www.woodbrigeli- be served. come!!!! brary.org. February 20, 2019 * The Amboy Guardian .9 Miraculous Invocation Novena to St. Rita Prayer to St. Jude to St. Therese O holy protectress of those who Oh Glorious St. Theresa, whom To be said when problems arise Senior Scene art in greatest need, thou who Almighty God has raised up to or when one seems to be de- shineth as a star of hope in the aid and counsel mankind, I in- prived of all visible help, or for midst of darkness, blessed Saint vite your miraculous interces- cases almost despaired of. Rita, bright mirror of God's sion. So powerful are you in ob- Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, Happenings grace, in patience and fortitude taining every need of body and faithful servant and friend of Je- thou art a model of all the states soul, our Holy Mother Church sus, the name of the traitor who Perth Amboy in life. I unite my will with the proclaims you a "prodigy of delivered our beloved Father TUES. Feb. 19 Market Square Seniors, 1 p.m., will of God through the merits miracles. The greatest Saint into the hands of His enemies Presbyterian Center, Market St. of my Savior Jesus Christ, and of modern times." Now I fer- has caused you to be forgotten • Good Shepherd Tuesday Seniors (HS) 12:30 p.m. in particular through his patient vently beseech you to answer by many, but the Church honors Msgr. Gambino Hall, Florida Grove Rd. wearing of the crown of thorns, my petition (mention here) and and invokes you universally, as WED. Feb. 20 Good Shepherd Wednesday Seniors, 12:30 p.m., which with tender devotion carry out your promise of doing the patron and invokes you uni- Msgr. Gambino Hall , Florida Grove Rd. thou didst daily contemplate. good upon earth of letting fall versally, as the patron of hope- • St. Stephen’s Seniors, 1 p.m., Cafeteria, State St. Through the merits of the holy from heaven a shower of roses, less cases, of things almost de- THURS. Feb. 21 The Cathedral International Seniors, 9:30 a.m., Virgin Mary and thine own henceforth Dear Little Flower, I spaired of. Pray for me, I am so • Holy Trinity Seniors, 1 p.m., graces and virtues, I ask thee to will fulfill your plea to be made helpless and alone. Make use I Church Hall, Lawrie & Johnstone St. obtain my earnest petition, pro- known everywhere and I will implore you, of that particular Family Life Center, Madison Ave. vided it be for the greater glory never cease to lead others to Je- privilege given to you, to bring MON. Feb. 25 St. James Golden Girls, 10 a.m., of God and my own sanctifica- sus through you. Amen. visible and speedy help where Fellowship Hall, Commerce St. tion. Guide and purify my in- Say prayer every day for 9 help is almost despaired of. TUES. Feb. 26 Market Square Seniors, 1 p.m., tention, O holy protectress and days. By the 4th day ask for a Come to my assistance in this Presbyterian Center, Market St. advocate, so that I may obtain sign if prayer is to be answered great need that I may receive the • Good Shepherd Tuesday Seniors (HS) 12:30 p.m. the pardon of all my sins and between 4th and 9th day you consolation and help of heaven Msgr. Gambino Hall, Florida Grove Rd. the grace to persevere daily, as will see a rose in a magazine, in all my necessities, tribula- WED. Feb. 27 Good Shepherd Wednesday Seniors, 12:30 p.m. thou didst in walking with cour- TV picture, or receive roses, tions and sufferings, particu- Msgr. Gambino Hall , Florida Grove Rd. also can get a strange scent of age, generosity, and fidelity larly (Here make your request) • St. Stephen’s Seniors, 1 p.m., Cafeteria, State St. down the path of life. (Mention roses in home even if no roses and that I may praise God with THURS. Feb. 28 The Cathedral International Seniors, 9:30 a.m., your request.) present. Must promise publica- you and all the elect forever. I Family Life Center, Madison Ave. Saint Rita, advocate of the im- tion. J.M.P. 2/20 promise, O blessed St. Jude, to possible, pray for us. be ever mindful of this great fa- South Amboy Saint Rita, advocate of the help- Pirohi Sale vor, to always honor you as my MON. Feb. 25 Sacred Heart Seniors, 12 Noon less, pray for us. PERTH AMBOY - St. John's special and powerful patron, Memorial Hall, Wash Ave. Recite the Our Father, Hail Orthodox Church will be hold- and to gratefully encourage de- WED. Mar. 6 South Amboy Seniors, 12 Noon, Mary, and Glory Be three times ing their Pirohi Sale at $9.00 Per votion to you. Amen. Senior Center, S. Stevens Ave. each. K.M. & C.M. Dozen. Orders may be called Thank you, Saint Jude K.A.P. MON. Mar. 11 St. Mary’s Seniors, 12 Noon, in from March th4 -6th. 2019 to Senior Center, S. Stevens Ave. 732-826-7067 between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 Noon. Please Remember to call early to be sure your order Vendors & gets in. Orders may be picked Attn: If Your Club changes its Say Your up on March 12th or 13th at 404 Crafters Wanted Schedule due to the Holidays or if you have Division Street, Perth Amboy, SAYREVILLE - The First Pres- Novenas! NJ. Orders can be picked up af- byterian Church of Sayreville is Community Events to Submit ter 2:30 p.m. looking for vendors and craft- Please give us two weeks advanced notice! ers for our annual Flea Market/ Craft Fair. Spaces are one for 732-896-4446 or 732-261-2610 $15.00 or two for $25.00. There are a limited number of tables [email protected] Answers available for an additional $5.00. The date is June 1, 2019, From Puzzle with a rain date of June 8, 2019. On Page 11 The hours are 8 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information please call 732-257-6353 or email to [email protected]

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Stories From Perth Amboy PERTH AMBOY -Frank Neer Blank Books, Anderson & Neer Fine Shoes on Smith Street circa 1920's PERTH AMBOY - Stories From Perth Amboy by Katherine *Photo Courtesy of the Perth Amboy Free Public Library Massopust is available at the Barge Restaurant, 201 Front This photo was restored under a grant from the Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission St., Perth Amboy or in Fertig’s Uniform Store, 195 New to the Kearny Cottage Historical Association. Brunswick Ave., Perth Amboy For more info call Katherine at 732-261-2610 or call the Barge at 732-442-3000 - or Fer- tig’s at 732-442-1079 - A Great Gift! Get it now along with Then & Now: Perth Amboy! 10. The Amboy Guardian * February 20, 2019 SERVICE DIRECTORY Call Carolyn @ 732-896-4446 Tell Our Advertisers

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