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Kingston fire department wishes good ‘Luck’ to retiring chief By JENNIFER AMATO Managing Editor
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Brittany, left, and her brother C.J. Hendricks get a trivia question correct on an episode of “The Wall.” C.J. is an educator in South Brunswick. See story, page 4.
fter more than 23 years as chief of the Kingston Volunteer Fire Department No. 1, George T. Luck Jr. has retired as chief of the department. Luck joined the department in 1966 – which encompasses Franklin Township Fire District No. 4 and South Brunswick Fire District No. 3 – serving four separate terms as chief for a total of 23 years over the course of his more than 54 years in the fire service. “My father, grandfather and three uncles were all members of the company, so one reason was family tradition. As a young boy I remember the excitement that was generated in the house when the fire siren blew to alert the members there was an emergency,” he said. “I would run up the street to watch the fire trucks leave the building on the way to the call. I joined the department as a junior member as soon as I was eligible.” Back then, the department was com-
pletely made up of volunteers from the community. “It was male dominated and the roster was composed of around 100 members. At least 40 of them were firefighters, while the rest acted in support roles, such as fundraising. The firefighting training was done mostly at the local level. I was part of the first group from our company that attended a county fire academy,” he said. Luck said funding for the fire company came from small stipends from local governments, with the balance of money coming from fundraising activities the membership was involved in. The fundraising activities involved Bingo, door-to-door campaigns, flower sales, dinners, pancake breakfasts, and whatever else would help pay the bills and buy new equipment, he said. “It became difficult to raise the necessary funds, so the governing bodies began to contribute more and eventually we became a fire district in 1979,” Luck
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South Brunswick Fire Department offers incentives for volunteer firefighters
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ith the start of the New Year, the three volunteer fire departments in South Brunswick are reaching out to residents who want to join as firefighters. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the number of volunteers has gone down about 10% since the mid-1980s, while the number of emergency incidents that fire departments respond to has increased almost 300% during that time. Nationwide, there has been a significant loss of volunteer firefighters over the last 30 years, according to information provided by the township. The fire departments in the township have experienced the same trends. “Unfortunately, we have witnessed firsthand how difficult it can be to retain our current firefighters and recruit new ones,” Chief John Luck of the Kingston
Volunteer Fire Company said in the statePer the NFPA, about 67% of firefighters ment. in the United States are volunteers. “There are a variety of reasons why All combined, the three township fire people don’t choose to volunteer. With our departments have served the community busy lives these days, for a total of 248 a lot of people just years, according to don’t have the time to “Those individuals who the statement. commit,” Chris Perez, “Many residents volunteer to serve and chief of the Kendall in South Brunswick Park Volunteer Fire protect are carrying on don’t know they are Company, said in the served by volunteers, the legacy of the statement. “When which also makes American Fire Service.” it difficult to recruit you consider fulltime jobs, with some — Chief Scott Smith new members,” Luck people working more said in the statement. Monmouth Junction Volunteer than one job to make “Those individuFire Department als who volunteer ends meet, going to school, taking care of to serve and protect family members, the are carrying on the list is endless. A lot of people can’t fit in legacy of the American Fire Service,” any other commitments, especially volun- Scott Smith, chief of the Monmouth Juncteering.” tion Volunteer Fire Department, said in
the statement. “Without question, there is something truly special about helping your neighbor in their greatest time of need.” The Kendall Park, Kingston and Monmouth Junction Volunteer fire departments are looking for residents between ages 16 and 45 who want to serve their community. No prior experience is necessary and all training is provided free of cost. The fire departments offer numerous incentives to join, including a length of service award plan, college scholarships, and life insurance coverage, among others. To discuss the application process and membership requirements, contact the Kendall Park Volunteer Fire Company at 732-297-0388, ext. 3, or www.kpvfc.org; the Kingston Volunteer Fire Department at 609-924-1181 or newmembership@kingstonfireco.com; or the Monmouth Junction Volunteer Fire Department at 732-3292001 or volunteer@mjvfd.com
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Three newcomers join South Brunswick Board of Education By JENNIFER AMATO Managing Editor
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Raja Krishna, Mike Mitchell and Smitha Raj have officially joined the South Brunswick School District Board of Education for the next three years. The three newcomers defeated incumbents Arthur Robinson, Deven Patel and Patrick Del Piano in the November election. Krishna, Mitchell and Raj were sworn in to their new positions during the board’s reorganization meeting on Jan. 7. Krishna is vice president of operations for a supply chain management company.
He has been an Army officer for 14 years. He volunteered as a USA swimming official for three years and has been affiliated with Princeton University swimming clubs. He has been the secretary and treasurer of the steering committee of Defense Services Officers Institute New Jersey for 10 years, serving the tri-state area. He has been part of the New Jersey Edison Cultural Organizing Committee for eight years. Mitchell is employed by New Brunswick Public Schools as a paraeducator. He is the head coach for the girls bowling team and the head coach for boys and girls tennis at the high school. He is the founder/vice president of
the Greater Middlesex Conference Tennis Coaches Association, a member of the South Brunswick Lions Club, and a former committee member of the New Brunswick Juvenile Justice Commission. Raj has lived in South Brunswick for almost seven years. She works as a statistical programmer. After the oath of office was administered to the new members, Stephen Parker nominated Barry Nathanson to once again serve as the board’s president. Nathanson is a 24-year resident, 18 of which he has served on the school board. He is a master board member certified by the New Jersey School Boards Association. He previously served on the Zoning
Board of Adjustment and is currently a member of the Planning Board. “He did an admirable job under the circumstances of the past year,” Parker said of Nathanson. Then, Joseph Scaletti nominated Ray Kuehner for the position of board vice president. Upon accepting the nomination, Kuehner said he will make sure students have a safe learning environment, taxpayers will get the best bang for their buck, and the committees will work together as a team. Nathanson was elected president and Kuehner was elected vice president.
ing Zoom. For instructions on how to access this meeting and make comments during the public participation session of the meeting, visit www.nbtschools.org. South Brunswick VFW Post 9111 is seeking monetary assistance from the community. The efforts are in jeopardy because
of the impact of COVID-19. To donate to the GoFundMe account, visit https://gf.me/u/ynb882
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD The North Brunswick Township Education Association will hold a Grocery Bag Stuffing Event to benefit the North Brunswick Food Bank from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 31 in the parking lot of the association building, 1445 Route 130, North Brunswick. The event will be outdoors so dress warmly. Everyone will be socially distant
and required to wear a mask. RSVP required by emailing tinyurl. com/nbteafoodbank The conference meeting of the North Brunswick Board of Education, originally scheduled for Jan. 20, is canceled. The regular public meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. Jan. 27 will be held remotely us-
North Brunswick Township is seeking volunteers who can assist in shoveling snow for senior residents. Call the Senior Center at 732-418-2222 if interested.
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South Brunswick council remains intact for 2021 By JENNIFER AMATO Managing Editor
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – The South Brunswick Township Council is looking forward to a better 2021. Joseph Camarota, Archana “Ann” Glover and Jo Hochman were sworn in to their next terms on the Township Council during the council’s reorganization meeting on Jan. 11. The incumbents were re-elected to their four-year terms during the November election. Camarota has been a resident of South Brunswick for 32 years. He is a family entertainment consultant. He has served on the council since 2005 as a Democratic councilman and as deputy mayor. He has been involved with South
Brunswick’s Recreation Advisory Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Aquatic Task Force, Economic Development Committee, Kingston Village Advisory Committee, Municipal Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Board of Health, Transportation Advisory Committee, Task Force Opposing NESE, Mapleton Preserve Commission, Social Services Committee, VFW Post 9111, Hugs for Brady Foundation, St. Augustine Roman Catholic Church and Princeton Manor Homeowners Association. He has been involved in soccer and basketball leagues in North Brunswick, South Brunswick and East Brunswick. He was selected as deputy mayor again for 2021. Grover has lived in town for 40 years. She is a purchasing specialist for Middlesex County. She also is a Notary Public.
She volunteers at local temples and serves as a union leader in AFSCME Local 3440. She is the council liaison to the Commission on Women, Human Relations Committee and Environmental Board. She has served on the zoning board in the past. Grover has been a county and township committee person since 1999, and has served on the Township Council since 2018. Hochman has been a resident of South Brunswick 43 years. She is retired from Prevent Child Abuse NJ where she worked for 18 years as the coordinator of the EPIC (Every Person Influences Children) program. She was the coordinator/trainer both in South Brunswick as well as across the state. She has been involved in the town for more than 25 years. She was chair of the Municipal Alliance which oversees grant
monies from the Board of Chosen Freeholders to present and offers programs to residents, as well as funds for Project Graduation. She was also a member of the Planning Board and served as its chairperson for seven years. She served on the Zoning Board of Adjustment when the Target shopping center was approved. She has served as councilwoman for the past 8 years. During this time, she was the liaison to The Shade Committee, The Human Relations Committee, Women’s Commission, and presently serve as liaison to the Arts Commission, Advisory Board of Health, NJ State Boards of Health, NJ League of Municipalities, and on the Library Board of Trustees.
northbrunswicknj.gov; on Facebook; or at the Municipal Building at the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, 710 Hermann Road, North Bruns-
wick. For more information, contact Lou Ann Benson at lbenson@northbrunswicknj. gov.
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD The Township of North Brunswick will continue honoring veterans with a secondary street signs at township roads. Applications for wartime veterans are
received throughout the year. The honored veterans must be a past or current resident of North Brunswick. The requirements can be found at www.
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South Brunswick educator breaks through ‘The Wall’ to win more than $900,000 By JENNIFEr AMATO Managing Editor
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alk about paying it forward. C.J. Hendricks, a health and physical education teacher at Crossroads Middle School South in South Brunswick, helped collect 29,000 pounds of supplies for the people of Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria devastated the Caribbean island in 2017. Hendricks’ parents are first generation Americans and three of his grandparents were born and raised on the island. He used to visit family there when he was younger. Thus, Hurricane Maria “hit close to home,” he said, and he saw an opportunity to help, inspired by his grandfather, Theodore Hendricks. “He taught us why service is so important,” Hendricks said. Hendricks’ family coordinated a huge collection event after the hurricane. Hermann Trucking of South Brunswick helped his family transport generators, diapers, blankets and medicine kits to the National Guard, which in turn shipped the items to Puerto Rico. Hendricks said the school district administration, principals, middle school students, high school baseball team and community at large supported their efforts. “To see our community in South Brunswick rally around a cause … they saw how important it was to me and got so many people to come out,” the Crossroads “Dean of Fun” said. About three years later, Hendricks and his sister, Brittany, were rewarded by win-
Brittany, left, and C.J. hope for big money.
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Brittany, left, and her brother C.J. Hendricks answer a trivia question on an episode of “The Wall.”
ning more than $900,000 on NBC-TV’s game show “The Wall.” Season 4, Episode 2 of “The Wall” featured the siblings making show history as they secured the highest guaranteed contract amount to date in the question-andanswer show that offered chances to win – or lose – money based on where giant balls fell on the money board. Their episode aired on Jan. 11. Formerly from Lawrenceville, C.J. Hendricks is also the head baseball coach and athletics site coordinator at South Brunswick High School. His sister, Brittany Hendricks, is a community event planner. C.J. Hendricks said he and his wife watched “The Wall” when it premiered in 2016. He said the show reminded him of the Plinko game on “The Price is Right,” which he grew up watching with his grandmother. His wife said C.J. and Brittany would do well on the show, so she applied on their behalf. Hendricks said they received a call asking for an audition tape. Although they did not get selected during the first few seasons, in the spring of 2020 he received a call
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Brittany celebrates after a good ball drop.
from a senior casting director. That individual asked for an updated audition tape and the day after told him the show was moving on with the audition process. Beginning last June they were auditioning, until they received final approval the day before Thanksgiving. During the first week of December, C.J. and Brittany found themselves on an airplane to Los Angeles to film. They had to quarantine with just family before they flew to the West Coast, and they had to take COVID tests before leaving and upon arrival.
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Hendricks said they quarantined in their hotel for three days, but that wait afforded them time to prep for the show by reviewing past episodes and playing trivia apps. He said a key point was spending quality time with each other. “I haven’t gotten to bond with my sister like that,” Hendricks said. C.J. and Brittany decided C.J. would go behind “The Wall” to answer the trivia questions, since he is more familiar with multiple choice questions because he is a middle school educator. After the first round of questions, C.J. and Brittany had $135,225 in the bank. C.J. and Brittany were then separated, with C.J. going “behind The Wall” to answer questions while Brittany determined the ball placement for the money drops. Hendricks said he was sitting in the room, shut off from the rest of the world. There was only a camera and a screen to read the questions. He likened the situation to “being in an SAT class all over again.” He said he had to see the options, break down the answers and try to figure out an educated response. Next, during the Super Drop, seven balls freely moved down the board, bringing their total to $385,246. “This feels unreal,” Brittany Hendricks said during the episode. During the next round of questioning, C.J. answered two of three correctly, adding $15,010 to their total. However, after the one failed question and the “Evil Super Drop” where red balls were dropped from all seven slots to reduce their winnings, their total decreased by $325,102 to $60,054. “I’ll never forget, until the day I die, that Fort Knox is in the state of Kentucky,” Hendricks laughed about the only question he got wrong. Their father, Carlos, and uncle, Tarem, cheered from the sidelines. The next section of the game asked Brittany to choose four balls to go into four slots to work up their total again at no expense – but she gained only $202. C.J. was on the hot seat again, having to answer three more questions. The big money makers asked what Latin word “diva” is derived from (goddess) which brought on a money drop of $600,000, and what sound is trademarked (the click of a Zippo lighter) which garnered $550,100. At that point, C.J. and Brittany had $1,210,366 at stake, with a guarantee of at (Continued on page 6)
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North Brunswick Township is accepting submissions for its Veterans Park Memorial Paver Donation Project. Any resident who has a family member who served in the United States military during a wartime period can honor them at Veterans Park on Roosevelt Avenue with a 4-inch-by-8-inch brick engraved with their name, branch of service, rank, conflict and period of service. All engraving will be done in upper case. There is a maximum of three lines with 15 letters/spaces/punctuation marks
per line. Checks in the amount of $75 should be made payable to the Township of North Brunswick and mailed with the name, mailing address, telephone and email to the Veterans Paver Donation Project, c/o the Department of Parks, Recreation & Community Services, 710 Hermann Road, North Brunswick 08902. The deadline is March 15 to ensure installment by Memorial Day. For more information, call Lou Ann Benson at 732-247-0922, ext. 475.
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An image of C.J. Hendricks appears from behind “The Wall.” Also pictured is his sister Brittany, left, and game show host Chris Hardwick.
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least $235,225. From behind “The Wall,” without knowing how many questions he got right or what their total was, C.J. had to decide if he was going to rip up the guaranteed contract or take a gamble on whatever Brittany secured by the end of the game. “Don’t play it safe,” Brittany willed C.J., without him being able to hear. “The only currency we have always known is each other,” C.J. said from behind the screen. “There’s a time to be courageous and a time to be comfortable, but you can’t be both.” With four more balls hanging in the balance, C.J. locked in his decision, unbeknownst to anyone in the crowd. After the four red balls fell, their total only decreased by $300,100, allotting them $910,266 if C.J. Hendricks had decided to rip up the contract. “This is tougher than any test I’ve ever taken,” C.J. said as he joined Brittany, emerging from behind “The Wall.” “Our greatest currency has always been family, our greatest currency has always been love,” he said during the episode. “It’s a chance to dream big and reach for those stars.” C.J. revealed he had ripped up the contract. Evaluating the show after watching it on TV, based on a dramatic reaction by his sister, C.J. said he had thought at the time that he lost all the money that would have helped his family. During the episode, Brittany responded by saying, “Two hundred thousand dollars (from the guaranteed amount) is a lot …
but not as much as $900,000” to which everyone started screaming and crying. “My sister always has that moment where ‘she has me’ and that moment was on national TV,” he laughed. C.J. and Brittany walked away with $910,266. C.J. said the episode “was one of the most stressful situations of my life, without a doubt,” even though he has coached a lot of big games. “I’m happy they were happy tears,” he said of crying on national television. C.J. Hendricks said he received more than 500 text messages and hundreds of emails after the show aired, but he wanted to reach out to everyone individually to thank them for their support. He said his inspiration is what led him to “The Wall” in the first place: family. “The best part about my students who reached out was that everybody reaching out with love and support shared a story about watching the show, and so many people were watching with their families … and how much fun it was to do that and how they miss doing that,” C.J. said. “Maybe we made people laugh and smile during a really rough time.” He thanked host Chris Hardwick and the producers for showing the “realness” of the Hendricks. “They showed how much family means to us, whether we won or lost,” he said. “Two kids from Lawrenceville, New Jersey, got a cool opportunity to do something fun together.” To view the entire episode, visit www. nbc.com/the-wall Contact Jennifer Amato at jamato@newspapermediagroup.com
SOUTH BRUNSWICK - Like everyone else, the effects of COVID-19 defined most of 2020 for the South Brunswick Public Library (SBPL). However, no cloud is without its silver lining and there was good news to be found despite, and even because of, the quarantine. Restrictions on travel and social interaction prompted a surge of interest in SBPL’s online services and social media interactions, including the creation of the SBPL YouTube Channel. Virtual participation became the new modus operandi for staff and patrons. Video tutorials on how to access e-books and digital resources were sent out to the public. Closed doors and global pandemics don’t stop library services. But, things did and still do look a bit different. The adversity that closed the library’s doors on March 13 – and continues to restrict in-person services, depending on the current wave of COVID infections – has actually brought staff members closer to patrons. Children’s Department librarians led virtual story times from their own living room couches and Dee of Dee’s Kitchen Lab brought followers into her own kitchen on Facebook Live. In fact, the medium was embraced by the entire programming staff serving every age group. Children are offered Spanish language and bedtime story times; ‘tweens have cooking classes and classic book readings; teens have trivia games and art galleries to name a few; adults have podcasts, cooking and computer classes, English As A Second Language and the Historical Society meetings, and much more. See a complete listing of all virtual and live video offerings in the Events Calendar at sbpl.info. Live concerts became virtual concerts on Facebook Live; with support from the Friends of the Library and Middlesex County, the library shared six virtual concerts in the fall: one pianist, one violinist, two tabla performances, one jazz singer, and one jazz player. The grant funding is provided by the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders through a grant award from the county Cultural and Arts
Trust Fund. Despite the challenges of quarantine, SBPL staff learned to navigate video conferencing and live chats. In the spring of 2020, SBPL developed a plan to phase back in interrupted services and access. Every step was (and still is) in cooperation with evolving state and federal health and safety guidelines and library best practices. The plan has included curbside pickup, grab-and-go, and contactless pickup. Returns and then later overdue fines were reintroduced. However, borrowed items still may only be returned to the outside drop box to allow items a four-day quarantine before going back to the shelf. Patrons enjoyed limited browsing (mask required) through the summer up to Thanksgiving before the second wave of the virus suspended it. In the fall, SBPL administration was notified that the New Jersey State Library approved New Jersey Library Construction Bond grants to 38 libraries in the state and SBPL was one of the recipients. The grant for $3,586,852 will help fund the Building the Next Chapter: Constructing Community Spaces project. The township still must bond for its portion of the matching funds, and sign a grant contract with the state, and the Library Foundation will launch a capital fundraising campaign to help underwrite the costs. Donations to the foundation can be made at www.sbpl.info/about-us/partners/ foundation/ or for naming opportunities contact Library Director Chris Carbone. Meanwhile, the Township Council and Library Board of Trustees voted to rename the library after former Mayor Christopher J. Killmurray, a strong library advocate and trustee who passed away in 2018. The plans and improvements are intended to keep pace with the growing population in South Brunswick. Anticipated completion is projected in two to three years.
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD Assemblyman Joe Danielsen’s “Head to Toe” clothing drive is seeking donations of hats, scarves, mittens/gloves and socks for children ages 3-16. Any donations must be clean and washed, and placed in a Ziploc bag and left
in the designated box outside his office at 334 Elizabeth Ave., Somerset, on the second floor. The drive will last until Feb. 15. For more information, call 732-2473999 or email asmdanielsen@njleg.org.
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George T. Luck Jr. will retire as chief of Kingston Volunteer Fire Department No. 1, but will remain active in fire service.
2021, and will also be an engineer, which has the responsibility of teaching the operation of the apparatus to the members. “I also hope to be able to mentor our newest members,” Luck said. “His many hours of commitment to the Kingston community, his exemplary leadership to our members and the countless hours he has contributed in volunteer service are all to be commended,” department members posted on their Facebook page. State Sen. Kip Bateman and state assemblymen Andrew Zwicker and Roy Freiman issued a joint legislative resolution in Luck’s honor. “George Luck Jr.’s superb volunteerism will continue as he takes on other roles and duties in the fire company, all in addition to his extraordinary efforts as a Kingston historian, a trustee of the Kingston Historical Society, and as the cemetery secretary of the Kingston Presbyterian Church,” the resolution reads. “The strength and prosperity of the State of New Jersey and the vitality of our American society depend upon such concerned and industrious individuals as George Luck Jr., whose steadfast courage and sense of community have greatly informed his sterling reputation. … It is altogether proper and fitting for this Legislature to pause in its deliberations to acknowledge George Luck Jr. as a man of strong character and exceptional determination.” Contact Jennifer Amato at jamato@newspapermediagroup.com
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explained. “The fire district is an elected body that provides for the funding of the firefighting equipment, etc. “Today we have 48 members, of which 24 are firefighters, including women. Members are now required to attend a county fire academy where they are certified as a firefighter in New Jersey. When I first became a firefighter, we just grabbed coats, boots and helmets from the side of the apparatus. Today, everyone is assigned their own personal equipment. Then we were alerted by the fire siren on top of the firehouse, today we are alerted by pager, and text messages,” he said. Luck said there are many stories to tell from his years of service. “It is hard to pick just a few, from so many memorable calls. There were many that had frightening aspects to them and many that had the adrenaline flowing. The most important thing I remember from whatever call it has been, is the feeling of satisfaction of safely completing the job at hand, and for the countless thanks of gratitude received from the many individuals we have helped,” he said. Luck’s firefighting career progressed as he was promoted to second assistant foreman – the equivalent to a lieutenant today – in 1974, then assistant chief in 1977, and chief for the first time from 1979-82. He also served as chief from 1993-2000, 2005-09 and 2016-20. “As chief I am responsible for setting up tactics at a fire and implementing the plan to bring the fire or emergency under control in a safe and efficient manner. “The chief also is responsible for documenting any response made, filing reports with the county and state, making sure all mandatory training is accomplished and documented. I also had to attend a variety of local chiefs association meetings along with preparing monthly reports for the fire company and fire districts. “I was also responsible to make sure all maintenance was done on all of the apparatus and equipment. I also had the responsibility to supervise the per diem staff who worked for the fire district during the weekdays,” Luck said. The community of Kingston is so special, Luck said, because its rich history dates back to 1675. “It is a small village where most people know their neighbors and care for one another,” he said. Luck will continue his work as a volunteer firefighter in Kingston, though his retirement was effective Dec. 31, 2020. He will serve as the vice president for
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KITCHEN SET- Glass Top Table with 4 Cushioned Chairs. Pier 1, Grey Iron. Excellent condition. Paid $1,000. Asking $225. (Other items available) Call 732-577-8866
OUTDOOR FURNITURE Black Rattan Set. Table with Glass Top, Sofa & 2 chairs. Excellent condition, 1 year old. Asking $150. Call 732-577-1071 SOFA SLEEPER QUEEN Size, La-Z-Boy. Exc. cond., very clean! $300. ETHAN ALLEN 4 PIECE WALL UNIT, $400. Must see! (Gloves & masks required) 732-264-3811 or 732-778-5226
General Merchandise HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT Wheelchairs, walker and other misc. items. $400. for all. Call 732-915-0105
General Merchandise
JIGSAW PUZZLES
25+, 1,000 pieces each Springbox, Cobble Hill and Ravensburger. Assembled once and returned to original packing. Asking $200.
Call 609-259-3285
Merchandise Wanted WANTED Lionel Trains & old toys. Any cond. 732-381-1225
Instruction Piano Lessons - Youth, Adults, Grandparents, 732-548-6888. *Online Lessons Available*
Schools CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE CLASSES AVAILABLE Call 732-339-1933
Novenas PRAYER IS POWERFUL Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine of splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. Oh, Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this petition. There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse in thee (3Xs). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3Xs). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so I can attain my goal. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. + Say this prayer 3 consecutive days and publish prayer after petition is granted. Do not despair. Additional advice and petition. Pray the Rosary regularly. F.A.M.
Ceramic Repair/Install
CUSTOM CERAMIC TILING New -Repair Remodel. Free est., John Cherry
732-290-9086
GROUT CLEANING
Re-grouting - Re-caulking Sealing - Specialty Cleaning, Slip Prevention for Floors, Tubs & Showers. Now offering STEAM CLEANING: effectively kills 99% of bacteria, germs, viruses on bathroom, kitchen and other h/h surfaces. Free est. Grout Geek Inc. 732-521-3809
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AFF HOME SERVICES and REPAIRS Slow moving or clogged drains, Tub/shower caulking, wall repairs, leaky roof. No job too small! Free estimate Call John, 732-744-6609
Always a good job, over 20 years experience. Reasonable rates. References. Call 732-904-4861 J.M. CLEANING SERVICE Houses -Apts. -Condos Over 15 yrs. Exp., Free Est. We follow COVID guideline Call 732-351-6406
Drywall/Sheetrock T.A.F. Drywall Specializing in small jobs for the homeowner. Sheetrock,Taping,and Spackle. Dustless sanding system. Free estimates. COVID FREE. 732-668-2096
Floor Finishing
DELUXE WOOD FLOORING
Sanding - Refinishing Installations. Free est. 732-238-4287 deluxewoodflooring.com
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Furniture
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DAN'S HANDYMAN SERVICE Odd jobs done inside & out. Call Dan, 732-238-2429
DAVILA & SON RENOVATIONS
Lawn Care / Landscaping FS LANDSCAPING Snow Plowing, Leaf Clean Ups, Lawn maint., Chem. applications, mulch, sod, landscape design stone and gravel. Lawn seeding and repair, Aerating & de-thatching. Drainage, irrigation, pavers, retaining walls. 908-233-5600
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Small handyman jobs to big remodeling jobs, bathrooms, Masonry/Paving kitchens/basements. Monmouth/Middlesex. Local area. DON'S CUSTOM MASONRY Cell # 215-239-5358 Small Repairs/Patios /Pavers, Chimneys. Lic#13VH02546700 HANDYMAN Painting, Free est. Fully insured. Tiling, Remodeling, Baths Call 732-251-4352 Cabinetry, Kitchens. Neat, clean, reliable. Free est. Masonry/Paving Kyle 732-395-9329
Home Improvements
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REPAIR OR NEW Interior Work, Decks, Baths, Kitchens, Additions Free Estimates
732-322-3820 E. ANDRÉ
Property Services, LLC Family Owned & Operated HOME IMPROVEMENT and REMODELING * Kitchens & Bathrooms * Ceramic and Porcelain Tile Floors * Wood /Laminate Flooring * Sheetrock & Painting * Crown Molding/Trim work * Windows & Doors Free estimate*Great rates!
Call 732-955-6434
RICCARDI MASONS All types of masonry. No job too small. Free Est. 732-695-2183
Odd Jobs/Cleanups
ACE JUNK & TRASH REMOVAL ALL DEBRIS REMOVED!!
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732-262-9779
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732-742-2185
Painting/Wallpapering Major Credit Cards Accepted
PAINTING - Interior/Exterior Ins. Reasonable. 732-343-4661
Pop's Painting Free estimates NO JOB TOO SMALL. Call 732-742-5014 Roofing/Siding J & R ROOFING & SIDING UNBEATABLE RATES Exp. & Ins. 732-672-8965
Building Remodeling
SCHICK & SONS CONTRACTING Will Match Any Competitor
Custom Decks
Roofing/Siding
ROOFING
732-900-6087
Window Washing PROFESSIONAL WINDOW CLEANING Fully Ins. * Free Estimates Call 732-738-7770
Autos for Sale HYUANDI SONATA 2017 4 door. 32,000 miles. Good cond. Ask. $13,700. Call 732-915-0105
Auto/Truck Wanted AAA WANTED Junk&Running CARS, TRUCKS, WHATEVER We Buy It All $CASH$ 7 Day Pick Up. 732-536-8030 $200 to $25,000 PAID
WANTED Is Your Car, Truck or RV For Sale? I am looking for transportation! 848-219-2227
732-439-8951
ANTHONY JOHN'S Repairs & New, Shingles or Flat. Solar panels are no problem. Masonry Work Chimney Repair Waterproofing Friendly Professional Svc. Call today for free estimate. 24 hr. emergency service
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Lic# 13VH04105800
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• 24 Hour Emergency Service • All Of Your Residential Electrical Needs • Same Day Service Free Estimates • Lic. #14030 Bonded/Insured
732-238-8519
www.spitalettoelectric.com email: info@spitalettoelectric.com We Accept All Major Credit Cards NM-00450337
Electrical
V & D ELECTRIC, LLC. Over 25 Years Experience • • • • • • • •
New Construction Addition’s Basement Remodels Service Upgrades Trouble Shooting & Repairs Outdoor Lighting We Call Ceiling Fans Recessed Lighting You Back!
Home Improvements
KEY CONSTRUCTION HOME IMPROVEMENTS Interior HH Exterior We Accept Credit Cards
• Additio�s • Attics 10% • Baseme�ts OFF • Bathrooms Any JOB • Carpets Booked B� 1/31/21 • Carpe�tr� Mi�. $300 • Ceramic Tile • Cou�ter Tops • Decks • Doors • Dormers • Sheetrock • Floori�g (we are dustless)
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HARDWOOD SPECIALIST • NEW JERSEY’S BEST
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NM-00450338
VDElectric@msn.com
Handypersons
NM-00448889
No job too small. All levels of home repairs & improvements. Carpentry • Painting • Tile/Molding • Powerwashing
Call Mike for an estimate.
Serving Monmouth, Old Bridge, Parlin & surrounding.
732-759-5897
Exterior All Types of Roofing Flat & Shingles Repair or New Deck Repair & Staining Chimney & Fencing Shed Repairs Powerwashing
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
ALL WORK GUARANTEED !!! Free Estimates • Insured • Owner-Operated
NJ Lic# 13VH06672000
(Office)
732-952-5131
(Cell)
www.ke�floorshic.com
732-900-6087
NM-00450012
732-613-1115 973-818-0880 www.buildwithasjr.com
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Interior Carpentry Painting Repairs Basement Waterproofing
No Job Too Small or Big!
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Veteran Discounts Available
Home Improvements
TIMCO HOME
IMPROVEMENTS Specializing in • Custom Seemless Gutters Leaf Guards • Roofing Siding - Windows • Bathroom And Kitchen Remodeling Free Est. • Fully Ins. • 35 Years Experience NM-00449287
732-572-2678
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732-238-1049
Home Improvements
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Will Serve The Monmouth Areas For Tree Work & Landscaping Only
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Kitchen Remodeling
• • •
Insurance Claims
$200 OFF
$100 OFF
Bathroom Remodeling Powder Room Remodeling Specialists
Any Service of $1,000 or more
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 1/31/21
Any Service of $1,500 or more
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 1/31/21
Storm damage/storm related issues excluded.
Basements Finishing
Storm damage/storm related issues excluded.
General Repair
** DISCOUNTED FIREWOOD ** 1 Cord $185.00 • 1/2 Cord $100
Free Estimates
73 2 -354- 6 4 6 4 NM-00448700
24 HOUR PROMPT/EMERGENCY SERVICE
NM-00449291
Handypersons
NM-00450341
Electrical
732-257-1170
www.budgetpropertymaintenance.com
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CALL NICK
NM-00448878
732-207-3933 732-617-TREE
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C.H.E.A.P. TREE SERVICE
• 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€?
732-548-1653
NM-00449299
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Lawn Care
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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
Landscaping
Painting/Wallpapering
EXPERT
Residential/Commercial/Municipal
Tree Service, Inc.
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FULLY INSURED
24 HR. ANSWERING SERVICE
Interior & Exterior Residential & Commercial Powerwashing Drywall Repair Taping & Spackling Handyman Services Snowplowing Services
732-713-1528 TOM 732-713-2008 BRIAN Masonry/Paving
Serving the area for over 31 years! Best from Europe!
MASON
3rd Generation
PAINTING
• All Phases Of Painting • Interior/Exterior • Moulding Installation •No Job Too Small
www.poloniaconstruction.com
732-525-8118
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Painting/Wallpapering
All Phases of Brick, Stone & Concrete Work Free Designing Available
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When quality, Reliability & Experience Matter
(732) 534-0548
Owned & operated by Joshua Ludlow Free Estimates • References • Fully Insured
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Lic#13VH06178600
NM-00445988
Masonry/Paving NJ Lic. 13VH3323100
Painting/Wallpapering
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Free Estimates - Fully Insured
732-906-0385 Plumbing
David J. McConnell 732-257-6254
Plumbing • Heating Home Improvements 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
No Job Too Small NJ Lic#8843
#13VH04604300
Plumbing
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Quality Work • Affordable Wallpaper Removal • Sheetrock Repair Taping/Spackling • Interior/Exterior Reliable Prompt Service
Brick Pavers - Natural Stone Concrete - Driveways - Patios Sidewalks - Steps - Retaining Walls
NM-00449535
Custom Painting
FREE ESTIMATE
BrickPaverExpert.com
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Glenn Kaune’s
Fully Insured
1-800-757-7747
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ART MOHR PAINTING
LAWN & LANDSCAPING, LLC
LANDSCAPING • TREE SERVICES STUMP REMOVAL • SPRINKLER REPAIR BULK MATERIAL DELIVERY
POLISH
Painting/Wallpapering
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
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732-605-0362
Over 30 yrs. • Free Est./Ins.
ALL WORK DONE BY OWNER
plumbing & heating “Honest, Neat and Professional Service�
www.mattcoplumbing.com
732-418-0011 H
Metuchen, NJ 08840 | info@mattcoplumbing.com
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Landscaping
NM-00448879
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