5-Year-Old Girl Injured During Shooting Inside Perth Amboy Home
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — A 5-year-old girl was hospitalized after being shot inside a home on Cortlandt Street late Monday night, according to the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office. Authorities responded to the…
Perth Amboy store sells golden ticket worth $1 million
TRENTON, N.J. — A lucky lottery player from Middlesex County has scored a $1 million payout after matching five numbers in the Cash 4 Life game, missing only the Cash Ball in…
Wind-driven brush fire burns along Riverview Drive in Perth Amboy
Firefighters from multiple departments battled a fast-moving brush fire along Riverview Drive in Perth Amboy on Saturday afternoon, according to the Perth Amboy Fire Department. The fire was reported at 12:19 p.m.…
Perth Amboy police debunk fake homicide post on social media
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — A viral social media post claiming a police officer was involved in a homicide in Perth Amboy has been declared completely false by local authorities, who are now…
Perth Amboy Police Warn Public of Viral Missing Child Hoax
PERTH AMBOY, NJ — The Perth Amboy Police Department has confirmed that a widely shared social media post claiming a missing child was found at their station is a hoax. Officials stated…
Driver arrested in fatal Perth Amboy hit-and-run
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — A 23-year-old Perth Amboy resident has been charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run that killed a pedestrian Friday evening, officials announced Saturday. Police responded to reports of…
Driver arrested in fatal Perth Amboy hit-and-run
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — A 23-year-old Perth Amboy resident has been charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run that killed a pedestrian Friday evening, officials announced Saturday. Police responded to reports of…
Perth Amboy invests $2.6 million to revitalize downtown area
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — The City of Perth Amboy is undergoing a major downtown revitalization project thanks to a $2.6 million investment funded entirely by grants and the New Jersey Urban Enterprise…
Perth Amboy man charged in fatal stabbing of wife
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — A Perth Amboy man has been charged in connection with the fatal stabbing of his wife, authorities announced Tuesday. The incident, which occurred in the early morning hours…
Perth Amboy Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Wife
PERTH AMBOY, NJ – Authorities announced a fatal stabbing incident in Perth Amboy resulting in the death of 40-year-old Rosana Rodriguez and subsequent charges against her husband, Wellinton Leonardo. The Middlesex County…
Fatal Crash in Perth Amboy Claims Life of 25-Year-Old Motorcyclist
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Friday evening in Perth Amboy, resulting in the death of a 25-year-old motorcyclist. Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and…
House Fire in Perth Amboy Displaces Eight Families
Perth Amboy, NJ – On July 3, at 5:23 PM, the Perth Amboy Fire and Police Departments responded to a house fire at 61-63 Water Street. Due to the nearby fireworks festival,…
Woman Found Dead in Her Perth Amboy Home, Police Investigating Murder
PERTH AMBOY, NJ — Authorities are actively investigating a homicide in Perth Amboy, as confirmed by Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Perth Amboy Police Chief Lawrence Cattano. The investigation began following…
Police Execute Search Warrant on Wanted Thief in Perth Amboy
PERTH AMBOY, NJ — The Perth Amboy Police Department has reported the arrest of 22-year-old Jawwad Evans, a resident of the Harbortown section of the city, on multiple charges of burglary and…
Perth Amboy Police Shoot Aggressive Dog Provoked by Owner
PERTH AMBOY, NJ—A local resident was arrested on Saturday night after a confrontation with Perth Amboy Police officers led to an officer being attacked by a dog. The incident occurred around 9:05…
Perth Amboy Police Department Celebrates Achievements of Youth Cadet Program
PERTH AMBOY, NJ — The Perth Amboy Police Department highlighted the accomplishments of participants in its Police Youth Cadet Academy, praising the cadets for their dedication, leadership, and enthusiasm. The program enables…
Groundbreaking for New Pocket Park in Perth Amboy
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ—Middlesex County and the City of Perth Amboy celebrated the groundbreaking of the Fayette Street Pocket Park on Friday. This new green space, located in Perth Amboy, is expected to…
Perth Amboy Man Charged with Murder After Stabbing Jason Torres
PERTH AMBOY, NJ—Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Lawrence Cattano of the Perth Amboy Police Department have announced the arrest of Luis Alberto Serrano Diaz, 24, of Perth Amboy, in connection…
Perth Amboy Man, Jason Torres Stabbed to Death, Police Report
Perth Amboy, NJ – A 32-year-old Perth Amboy man was stabbed to death on Sunday night, authorities revealed. Jason Torres was discovered collapsed around 9 p.m. at the intersection of Smith and…
Perth Amboy ‘Carjacking’ Was Domestic Attack, Police Confirm
PERTH AMBOY, NJ — The Perth Amboy Police Department has announced the arrest of 24-year-old Ziyare Palmer following a violent assault that took place under the Victory Bridge on April 14, 2024.…
Lieutenant Celebrates 25 Years of Service with Perth Amboy Police
PERTH AMBOY, NJ – The Perth Amboy Police Department has publicly expressed their gratitude towards Lieutenant Carmelo Jimenez for his 25 years of dedicated service to the city. Known for his commitment…
Perth Amboy Touts Zero Tax Increase in 2024 Budget
Perth Amboy Submits Balanced Budget for 2024, Avoids Tax Increases PERTH AMBOY, NJ – The City Council received a balanced budget for 2024, marking a significant achievement without resorting to tax increases.…
Traffic Alert: Roadway Construction On Tap in Perth Amboy
Commencing Monday, March 4th, 2024, construction activities will be initiated on Cortlandt Street, stretching from Hall Avenue to Pulaski Avenue, as part of the ongoing 2023 Road Program in Perth Amboy. Scheduled…
Early Morning Fire in Perth Amboy Displaces Family and Results in Injuries
PERTH AMBOY, NJ – A fire broke out early Saturday morning at a residence in Perth Amboy, leading to the displacement of a family and injuries to three occupants. The Perth Amboy…
Perth Amboy Welcomes 13 New Firefighter Recruits
Perth Amboy, NJ – The Perth Amboy Fire Department proudly announced the appointment of 13 recruit firefighters this week, a significant addition aimed at strengthening the city’s emergency response capabilities. Under the…
Perth Amboy Fire Department Responds to Accidental Vehicle Fire
Perth Amboy, NJ – A building fire at 226 Second Street prompted an urgent response from the Perth Amboy Fire Department (PAFD) on January 27 at 4:04 PM. Upon arrival, the firefighters…
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