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The Dayalbagh Radhasoami Satsang - New York branch, located at 617 Ridge Road in the Monmouth Junction section of South Brunswick, conducted a food box giveaway for the holiday season on Dec. 19. The congregation was able to distribute more than 700 pounds of food to 110-plus individuals.
here is one teacher employed by the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools who doesn’t work on one of the five campuses. She teaches at the Middlesex County Adult Correction Center in North Brunswick. “Of all the jobs I’ve had, this one fulfills me best,” said Lisa DiLeo, who has been teaching at the county jail since 2007. “I’ve had a lot of success with the inmates because I really care about them succeeding. Basically I’ll do anything I can to help them.” DiLeo deals with 60 to 70 inmates – both male and female – at any given time, teaching all of the basic high school subjects – reading, writing, math, social studies – to get them ready to take a high school equivalency exam, or just for enrichment. She has experience as a school psychologist and as a psychologist in a mental (Continued on page 5)
All smiles as ‘most vulnerable population’ begins COVID-19 vaccinations REGIONAL INTEREST By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer
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ecember 28, 2020, marks a day of celebration as the state’s most vulnerable population – those living and working in long-term care facilities – started to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. “It’s a day when significant scientific accomplishments of two vaccines available in less than a year should be rejoiced, and a start of a new year in our journey of our hope against this virus,” State Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli said. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave emergency use approval to the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine on Dec. 11 and the Moderna vaccine on Dec. 18. Persichilli, along with Gov. Phil Murphy, witnessed members of a local CVS Health Pharmacy team administer the first
doses of the Pfizer vaccine to enthusiastic recipients at the Roosevelt Care Center in Old Bridge in the early morning hours of Dec. 28. The recipients included residents Mildred Clements, 103, Rosemary Connolly, 92, and Charles Bianco, 87; along with staff members at the nursing home, Esther Moodey, a registered nurse and subacute unit manager, Stella Jeron, a registered nurse and assistant director of nursing, and Jill Strus, who works as an accountant. “I got vaccinated because I want my family to be here with me to celebrate my next birthday,” Clements said. Connolly said she looks “forward to embracing my family once again.” And Bianco said he got vaccinated because he has “a lot to live for and this vaccine makes it possible.” Moodey said 2020 has been a challenging year for all in health care on many levels. “During the first wave of this pandemic,
we battled through exhaustion, uncertainty, sadness and fear. We saw the numbers rise, fall and rise again,” she said. “All these months later we continue to work tirelessly to protect and care for our vulnerable residents and help them stay connected.” As frontline healthcare workers and as mothers and fathers, daughters and sons, sisters and brothers, friends and caretakers, Moodey said they need to stay healthy for everyone’s sake. “I’m thankful to God for the COVID-19 vaccine and honored to be the first staff member in our facility to receive it today in solidarity with colleagues in other long-term care facilities around New Jersey,” she said. “The vaccine brings hope and optimism about the future and promise of a new normal.” After the vaccinations, Persichilli and Murphy addressed the public in attendance. They were joined by Moodey, CVS Health Regional Director Kat Kingston; State Senator Sam Thompson (R-12);
Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholder Director Ronald G. Rios; H. James Polos, executive director of the Middlesex County Improvement Authority; Old Bridge Mayor Owen Henry; and Andrew Aronson, director of Nursing Home Advocates of New Jersey. “This is a great example how the fight against this [novel coronavirus] has united both public and private sectors, folks from across the aisle on common ground,” Murphy said. “What we’re witnessing here in New Jersey is happening in dozens of other states across the nation. Long-term care facilities across the entire nation and certainly here have been crushed by COVID-19. They have borne an outsized burden of this pandemic and as I have said many times while we know we are not alone given the toll on long-term care residents and staff nationwide, we’re not going to just sit back and be part of the pack, we’re going (Continued on page 6)
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Wreaths Across America
NORTH BRUNSWICK - Elmwood Cemetery in North Brunswick participated in Wreaths Across America for the third year, respectfully placing a wreath at the gravesite of all 650 veterans laid to rest in the cemetery. Corporate sponsors, volunteer organizations, friends and family made donations to purchase wreaths for veterans. Because of safety restrictions due to the pandemic, the military wreath laying
and veterans wreaths were placed over the course of several days from Dec. 1520. Volunteers scheduled times to place wreaths so that social distancing and gathering limitations were followed at all times. The quote of the day came from a volunteer who said, “Our vets didn’t quit when the going got tough, and I’m not quitting on them.” • This article was submitted by Eleanor Molloy, president of Elmwood Cemetery.
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Elmwood Cemetery in North Brunswick participated in Wreaths Across America for the third year, respectfully placing a wreath at the gravesite of all 650 veterans laid to rest in the cemetery.
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Two dozens volunteers from ISCJ hand out food on Christmas Day
The Islamic Society of Central Jersey held a community food event in the South Brunswick Senior Center parking lot on Christmas Day to feed those in need.
SOUTH BRUNSWICK - The Islamic Society of Central Jersey (ISCJ) held a community food event in the South Brunswick Senior Center parking lot on Christmas Day to feed those in need. Mr. C’s Grease Truck, from Rutgers University’s Cook College campus, was
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Mr. C’s Grease Truck, from Rutgers University’s Cook College campus, was on site making warm boxed lunches.
on site making a warm boxed lunch that included bacon, egg and cheese breakfast sandwiches, tater tots, fruit and hot chocolate. In addition, the South Brunswick Dunkin Donuts, located in the strip mall near ShopRite, provided munchkins for the
patrons. Two dozen volunteers, young and old, socially distanced and masked, helped people maneuver the drive-through set up. Not only were meals provided to people who came out to the Senior Center but meals were also distributed to the homeless and
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hanging times have been challenging PPE and safety needs for fire departments large and small, and evolving National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for decontamination of gear are top of mind in 2020. No one knows that more than Chief George Luck Jr. of the Kingston Volunteer Fire Department, a 96-year-old once allvolunteer department, today made up of a small team of part-time, paid professionals on the weekdays, and staffed by volunteers the rest of the time. Updating their station equipment to address critical decontamination imperatives of today’s firefighting environment has been a big priority for Luck and the Board of Commissioners. For years, Kingston firefighters had to send their turnout gear out to a neighboring department to get it cleaned and decontaminated. The process worked but left the Kingston team and its community vulnerable when gear was out two to three days or more for cleaning. With the support of the district’s Board of Commissioners, Luck justified that it was time to invest in onsite decontamination and cleaning equipment for the station in order to reduce his crew’s exposure to toxic contaminants and ensure they were ready and responsive for their community. After a competitive bid process, Luck turned to Miele, the family-owned, professional laundry technology company, to meet the unique needs of textile and fabricare like those of his volunteer fire crew. “As a relatively small volunteer fire department, our firefighters often can’t afford to have multiple sets of gear,” Luck said. “The Miele system enables our crew to wash their gear immediately after we get back to the station from a call and return it to service within a few hours. That turnaround time matters when seconds count.” Miele’s John Lubas, professional technical manager, worked with Luck to develop an on-site solution that would solve Kingston’s need for quick turn, effective decontamination and reprocessing of FR (flame resistant) gear while preserv-
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Clockwise from top: A firefighter uses the new machine at the Kingston firehouse. Chief George Luck Jr. A closeup of the new machine. The new laundry machines at Kingston Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1 provided by Miele.
ing vapor barrier attributes of the equipment. Additionally, Kingston needed to ensure the solution would deliver rapid drying capabilities and could fit into limited, existing space at the station. “Our firefighters are volunteers who aren’t here every day to use the equipment, so we needed something that could be easily programmed and still completely disinfect and re-process not only our turnout gear, but also can clean our gloves, face masks, station wear uniforms, rags from washing the trucks and more,” Luck said. “It’s also important to us as a small district to ensure we don’t pollute our waterways, so the limited environmental impact and reduced water use of the Miele system was a big consideration as well.” With limited resources, the Kingston station was particularly focused on ensuring that their gear remains in good shape, and that means preserving the integrity of specialty FR and vapor barrier textiles to remain compliant with NFPA standards. The Miele team installed its 25-pound capacity Performance Plus PW 811 washer and PT 8303 dryer system in spring 2020. The Miele Performance Plus PW 811 washer is part of Miele Professional’s
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Benchmark Machines line of industrial washer extractors. In addition to the technology’s ability to reduce infection potential and minimize utility costs, these washers feature a purpose-designed suds container which reduces water levels for the wash and rinse cycles. The innovative EcoSpeed wash rhythm controls the drum rotational speeds, enabling the washers to clean extremely effectively in short cycle times to maximize water and energy efficiency. The Miele PW 811 and Miele PT 8303
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dryer work as a system, with dryer features that alternate tumbling action for improved garment dispersion and to ensure consistent and even, crease-free drying. Residual moisture sensors drive optimum results for turnout gear that features layers of textiles with varying dry times and heat sensitivities. In addition to the equipment, Lubas also brought in partner and textile cleaning specialists Kreussler as part of the installation and training to help the Kingston team understand how to extend the service life of its vital PPE. “The first rule of PPE is do no harm, (Continued on next page)
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which means that the chemistry of cleaning solutions has to address the inherent safety features of the material,” said Rich Fitzpatrick, vice president at Kreussler. “In turnout gear, each layer has highly specific temperature thresholds, chemical protectants, reflective attributes, breathability or other sensitive and specific attributes, so the chemistry and the equipment have to work together to disinfect, remove grease and stains and toxic contaminants all without affecting each fabric’s ability to do its job.” “As a volunteer firefighter myself, my gear is the only thing keeping me safe, so I need to have confidence that the machine and chemicals that clean it are preserving the integrity of literally each layer. Miele’s technology is proven to effectively and safely clean the most delicate fabrics – its inherent in the design, and unique in its ability to easily program the cycle to clean all of the layers with such precision and specificity,” said Tom McAllister, technical sales rep for Kreussler. The right chemistry is extremely im-
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portant, and one of several variables that factor into ensuring turnout gear is properly decontaminated and ready to be put back into service. The right program, highly tuned mechanical action, specific chemistry, load size and time all contribute to the end result and ultimate effectiveness and safety of firefighters’ lifesaving PPE. “Firefighters and first responders put their lives on the line to protect us every day,” said Paulo Rocha, Miele’s head of Commercial Laundry, Dishwashing and Marine. “When that siren goes off, they do not have time to wonder if their gear is going to protect them, or worse yet, harm them. I’m proud of the fact that I can say with confidence that Miele technology delivers vital protection to them in return.” “We take safety very seriously, and our people are our greatest asset,” Luck said. “Some of our members are fourth and fifth generation volunteer firefighters with our department and have served for decades. Our members are part of this community too, so it’s important that we invest in the best equipment that will help keep them safe. For us, that is Miele.” * This article was submitted by Miele.
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health facility. “Those experiences really helped me to deal with these people,” she said. “It’s a really good program,” said Dawn Lystad, MCVTS director of adult education. “It’s really good to provide this service for the inmates. It’s one step toward their futures.” Each inmate in the program is tested to see what level he or she should be in. Some inmates can be taught in small groups, but many have to be dealt with individually. “Each person is so different it has to be individualized,” she said, noting that a key to success is earning the trust of her students. “I try to tell them that I’m there to help them. “It’s important for them to tell me what they don’t understand. I don’t embarrass them and I don’t let them embarrass each other. I really enjoy working with people to give them confidence to know they can succeed. I don’t get angry or impatient. I
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try to break it down to see where they’re not thinking straight,” she said. DiLeo said she believes many of the inmates started down the wrong path because of lack of success in school. Some of her students have committed very serious crimes and will eventually be sent to state prison. When the GED exam is administered at the jail – she said there is a success rate of over 80% – she gets to give out the diplomas. She said inmates often will tear up when graduating. Since the pandemic, she has been providing worksheets to the inmates and grading them, since they don’t have access to computers. “I’m still doing what I can without seeing them in person,” she said. Some of her students will continue studying after leaving the jail and will contact her after they graduate. “I get a lot of letters of gratitude,” she said. “It’s joy to me.”
• This article was submitted by the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District.
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to break out, move forward and provide solutions that conserve as national models.” Murphy said the state took a proactive risk to broaden their vaccination application to include long-term care and congregate living facilities. The governor said the few day wait to administer the vaccine allowed the state to enter the Federal Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care Program, a partnership between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), CVS and Walgreens to facilitate on-site COVID-19 vaccination services. Through the federal program, New Jersey already has 291 long-term care facilities scheduled and more than 83,000 residents and staff slated to receive vaccinations through the beginning of February, with more sites to be added in the coming weeks. There are 655 long-term care facilities in the state. “We have implemented both through direct action and partnership with our legislative partners countless short, medium and long-term solutions to the systemic shortcomings this pandemic has exposed and laid bare,” Murphy said. “Our goal has consistently been to not just meet the current challenges, but to ensure both high quality care and the safety of residents and staff going forward. That is why seeing these vaccines being administered here today is such a tremendous moment, it is a big step toward that goal. Vaccination is not just about ending this pandemic, it’s a step towards a stronger and more resilient future, a step towards allowing residents here to once again be able to see and hold their loved ones and that day will come.” Persichilli said in New Jersey and across the nation, the COVID-19 virus has had a devastating effect on residents and staff in long-term care facilities. “This virus continues to be unrelenting,” she said. “The virus continues to enter our facilities with over 400 reporting outbreaks. The issues we faced in longterm care challenged us at the department to examine ways to improve the resiliency of this industry.” The state Department of Health (DOH) has developed a comprehensive testing plan for staff and residents and recently conducted a pilot to study the incidents of asymptomatic spread in long-term care facilities. Approximately 2.7 million tests
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have been performed in facilities across the state. In May, the state issued an executive directive requiring all facilities to post their outbreak plans including infection prevention, cohorting and isolating practices. The state also has provided $78 million to improve the wages of certified nurse aides. In October, Murphy signed bills requiring staff to patient ratios and policies to prevent social isolation during an outbreak. The DOH has established the office of long-term care resiliency and set up an emergency operation center. The center serves as a centralized command, communication center to immediately respond to any issues and challenges from the second wave of the virus. Additionally, the department has mandated every facility have an infection preventionist on staff and also report staff illnesses and staff quarantine statuses. “The introduction of this vaccine will now supplement our responses to this deadly virus,” Persichilli said. “Overall in New Jersey we hope to vaccinate 70% of the eligible adult population in a six month period. Yes, that is an aspirational and aggressive, but needed, goal. In the meantime we must all remain vigilant.” The residents and staff at Brighton Gardens of Edison shared similar sentiments felt at Roosevelt Care Center as they started to receive the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccination through CVS Health on Dec. 28. “We’re all smiles today,” said Tracey Borges, executive director of Brighton Gardens of Edison, as she geared up for the vaccine. “We’re so grateful for the strength and positivity our residents have shown over the past nine months and for the support and words of encouragement we’ve received from our families during a very challenging year.” Borges said she received the vaccine so she “can help protect this community, as well as my family and friends from this virus.” Data from a recent survey of more than 8,000 Sunrise residents and families revealed 92% of respondents will probably or definitely receive the vaccine for themselves or their loved one. Sue Coppola, a registered nurse and chief clinical officer for Sunrise Senior Living, which operates Brighton Gardens of Edison, said the vaccination process is the beginning of their journey back to normalcy. She said the journey has included an education component through the CDC and local health departments leading up to
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A member of the CVS Health Pharmacy team administers the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to Charles Bianco, 87, a resident of Roosevelt Care Center in Old Bridge, on Dec. 28.
the approval of the vaccinations for their residents and staff members. It also includes support of any concerns residents and staff may have. As of Dec. 10, Sunrise operates 336 communities in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. The communities in Middlesex and Monmouth counties include Sunrise of East Brunswick, Brighton Gardens of Edison, Sunrise of Lincroft, Sunrise of Shrewsbury and Sunrise of Wall. CVS Health Regional Director Kat Kingston said CVS Health is a team of health care professionals made up of pharmacists, nurse practitioners and license pharmacy technicians. “Our work here in New Jersey administering this vaccine has been the culmination of months of internal planning and really demonstrates how the private sector can use its expertise to help us solve some of our most critical challenges,” she said. “We are really grateful for the herculean
efforts of everyone that’s been involved and especially our healthcare professionals that are deployed here today and throughout the country to start to bring some peace of mind to these long-term care facilities residents and staff.” Further, Kingston said, “Vaccinating one of our most vulnerable populations is the latest milestone in our multi-faceted pandemic response, which has included testing more than 10 million people for the virus since March.” “Availability and administration of the COVID- 19 vaccines will bring us one step closer to overcoming the most significant health challenge of our entire life-time,” she said. Murphy said officials believe the general public will have access to the vaccinations by April and May.
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Megan Chan, BSN, RN-BC, DSRIP/Community Health Services/1G Metabolic Unit, is the first employee of Saint Peter’s University Hospital to receive the Moderna vaccine from Employee Health Services Manager Linda Vance, RN, BSN, COHN-S/CM, as Leslie D. Hirsch, president and CEO, Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, and Linda Carroll, MSN, RN, RN-BC, vice president of Patient Care Services and chief nursing officer, look on.
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aint Peter’s University Hospital, a member of Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, began administering the long-anticipated Moderna vaccine for COVID-19 on Dec. 22. Initial vaccinations will be disseminated to hospital employees and physicians with the highest levels of patient interaction and those specifically caring for COVID-19 patients. During a phased process, eventually all employees and physicians who are interested in receiving the vaccine will have an opportunity to be vaccinated. The Moderna vaccine, which requires two doses 28 days apart, recently received Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Emergency Use Authorization authority allows the FDA to help strengthen the nation’s public health protections against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear threats by facilitating the availability and use of medical counter measures needed during public health emergencies. For the FDA to issue an EUA, safety and efficacy must be demonstrated, and certain criteria must be met, including that there are no adequate, approved and available alternatives. “This is a moment we’ve long anticipated,” said Leslie D. Hirsch, FACHE, president and CEO of Saint Peter’s Healthcare System. “For the past nine months, our
dedicated and selfless healthcare heroes have been working on the front lines, committed to saving lives while often risking their own. We are fortunate to be one of the first recipients of the Moderna vaccine, one which has been shown to be 94% effective in preventing COVID-19.” Hirsch said that the arrival of the Moderna vaccine is extremely positive, yet “we need to remind people that while the vaccine is expected to prevent disease or decrease its severity, we cannot say for certain that a vaccinated individual can no longer transmit the disease. Therefore, it is prudent, especially during the impending holiday season, that we all continue to wear our face coverings, practice social distancing and engage in proper handwashing protocol.” Saint Peter’s will administer the vaccine in accordance with recommendations from the national Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); other federal agencies; and the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH). Due to the potential for limited initial supply, Saint Peter’s interdisciplinary task force, led by Linda Carroll, MSN, RN, RN-BC, vice president of Patient Care Services and chief nursing officer, will administer the vaccine in phases based on prioritization of those employees with the highest levels of patient interaction and those caring for COVID-19 patients.
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ROOFING
Repairs & New, Shingles or Flat. Solar panels no problem. Masonry work - Chimney Repair - Waterproofing. Friendly Professional Service Call today for free estimate. 24 hr. emergency service
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Over 25 Years Experience • • • • • • • •
Full Renovations Home Improvements
Additions Add a Level Custom Basements Kitchens Baths muzioconstruction.com muzioconst@optonline.net Lic#13VH00073300
New Construction Addition’s Basement Remodels Service Upgrades Trouble Shooting & Repairs Outdoor Lighting We Call Ceiling Fans Recessed Lighting You Back!
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732-238-1049
NM-00448345
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Gutters
JB GUTTERS S EAMLESS GUTTERS & LEADERS
INSTALLATION REPAIRS CLEANING
NM-00448867
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NM-00448401
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Handypersons
Free Estimates • Lic. #14030 Bonded/Insured
www.spitalettoelectric.com email: info@spitalettoelectric.com We Accept All Major Credit Cards NM-00449270
No job too small. All levels of home repairs & improvements. Carpentry • Painting • Tile/Molding • Powerwashing NM-00448889
732-238-8519
HOME IMPROVEMENTS Interior HH Exterior We Accept Credit Cards
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732-759-5897
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Fully Insured • Free Estimates • Owner Operated NJ Lic# 13VH06672000
www.ke�floorshic.com
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Home Improvements
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73 2 -354- 6 4 6 4 NM-00448700
Home Improvements
TIMCO HOME IMPROVEMENTS Specializing in
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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OWNER OPERATED
Home Improvements
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Gutter Covers Roofing & Chimney Repairs
SPITALETTO ELECTRIC • 24 Hour Emergency Service • All Of Your Residential Electrical Needs • Same Day Service
Handypersons
NM-00449278
Contractors
Over 2,500 Satisfied Customers A&S JR. LLC Lic# 13VH03221500
• Additions • Attics • Basements • Bathrooms • Carpentry • Ceramic Tile • Counter Tops • Decks Over 30 years • Doors Experience • Dormers • Dry Wall • Flooring • Gutters
• Hardwood Floors • Kitchens • Laminate Floors • Moldings • Odd Jobs • Painting • Power Washing • Repairs • Roofing • Sheds • Siding • Wallpaper • Windows
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732-613-1115 973-818-0880
(Office) (Cell) NM-00446897
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• Custom Seemless Gutters Leaf Guards • Roofing Siding - Windows • Bathroom And Kitchen Remodeling Free Est. • Fully Ins. • 35 Years Experience NM-00449287
732-572-2678
Home Improvements
AJ’s Home Improvement, LLC 732-900-6087
CERTIFIED
Commercial & Residential
Exterior All Types of Roofing Flat & Shingles Repair or New Deck Repair & Staining Chimney & Fencing Shed Repairs Powerwashing
Interior Carpentry Painting Repairs Basement Waterproofing
No Job Too Small or Big!
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Masonry/Paving NJ Lic. 13VH3323100
E.Z.L. CONSTRUCTION AnyType of Home Improvement No Job Too Small RooďŹ ng Repairs • Deck Repairs Cement Repairs Interior & Exterior Painting
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Will Serve The Monmouth Areas For Tree Work & Landscaping Only
24 HOUR PROMPT/EMERGENCY SERVICE
FREE Estimates Call 732-306-7113
$100 OFF
NM-00448525
Lawn Care
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Any Service of $1,000 or more
Landscaping
C.H.E.A.P.
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 1/31/21
TREE SERVICE
732-548-1653
NM-00449299
Free Estimates • Fully Insured
Lawn Care
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NM-00449291
• Tree Removal • Trimming • Pruning • Stump Grinding • FIREWOOD • Lots Cleared Serving: Edison, FIREWOOD Metuchen, Colonia, Woodbridge, N.Brunswick, Highland Park and “We Are TheMilltown, Most Recommended surrounding. Tree Service In The Areaâ€?
Storm damage/storm related issues excluded.
(Patios, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Sidewalks) Free Estimates Fully Insured Over 20 Years Experience 24 Hour Emergency Service Senior Citizen Discount
CALL NICK
NM-00448878
732-207-3933 732-617-TREE
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 1/31/21
Storm damage/storm related issues excluded.
Lawn Care
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LAWN & LANDSCAPING, LLC
LANDSCAPING • TREE SERVICES STUMP REMOVAL • SPRINKLER REPAIR BULK MATERIAL DELIVERY
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D&S
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE
LANDSCAPING INC.
Paver Walkways Patio • Driveways Snow Plowing
COMPLETE LANDSCAPE DESIGN 732-549-6387
www.dslandscapinginc.com
NM-00449305
CertiďŹ ed brick paver and retaining wall installer
CLEAN-UPS
NJ State Pesticide Lic.#97065A
FREE ESTIMATES
NM-00449535
Serving the area for over 31 years! Best from Europe!
POLISH
MASON
Glenn Kaune’s Custom Painting Satisfaction Guaranteed
Quality Work • Affordable Wallpaper Removal • Sheetrock Repair Taping/Spackling • Interior/Exterior Reliable Prompt Service
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732-906-0385
Free Estimates NJ State Fully Licensed & Insured
Painting/Wallpapering
All Phases of Brick, Stone & Concrete Work Free Designing Available
FULLY INSURED
Lawn Care
Interior & Exterior Residential & Commercial Powerwashing Drywall Repair Taping & Spackling Handyman Services Snowplowing Services
Masonry/Paving
24 HR. ANSWERING SERVICE
732-713-1528 TOM 732-713-2008 BRIAN
732-983-1520
1-800-757-7747
OWNER OPERATED
Landscaping
ART MOHR PAINTING
Brick Pavers - Natural Stone Concrete - Driveways - Patios Sidewalks - Steps - Retaining Walls
732-257-1170
FULLY INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES
Fully Insured
FREE ESTIMATE
www.budgetpropertymaintenance.com
Residential/Commercial/Municipal
Tree Service, Inc.
Any Service of $1,500 or more
** DISCOUNTED FIREWOOD ** 1 Cord $185.00 • 1/2 Cord $100
Landscaping
UNITED
$200 OFF
Painting/Wallpapering
NM-00448879
Lawn Care
NM-00448548
Home Improvements
DISCOUNTS 732-605-0362 AVAILABLE Over 30 yrs. • Free Est./Ins.
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Painting/Wallpapering
3rd Generation
PAINTING
• All Phases Of Painting • Interior/Exterior • Moulding Installation •No Job Too Small
When quality, Reliability & Experience Matter
(732) 534-0548
Owned & operated by Joshua Ludlow Free Estimates • References • Fully Insured NM-00445988
Lic#13VH06178600
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732-257-6254
www.mattcoplumbing.com
732-418-0011
Plumbing • Heating Home Improvements
Metuchen, NJ 08840 | info@mattcoplumbing.com
No Job Too Small NJ Lic#8843
#13VH04604300
NM-00444807
P Boilers Installed/Repaired P Water Heaters Installed P Drains & Sewer lines cleaned P Sewer & Water Mains installed P Kitchen & Bath Remodeling P Framing & Sheet Rock
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