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South Brunswick will move forward with energy plan By JENNIFER AMATO
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North Brunswick Wreaths Across America members participated in the Bells of Peace nationally on Nov. 11 by tolling the bell 21 times at 11 a.m. in Elmwood Cemetery, North Brunswick, in honor and remembrance of all who served and sacrificed their lives in World War I. Sponsored by the Doughboy Foundation. Pictured are Eleanor Molloy, president of Elmwood Cemetery, left to right; U.S. Navy veteran Jim Kletz; North Brunswick Councilman Bob Davis; and Pete Clark, Wreaths Across America committee member.
plan. Officials discussed moving toward clean, renewable energy during the Nov. 10 Township Council meeting. “It’s a popular and successful strategy to combatting the climate crisis,” Charles Kratovil, representing Food & Water Watch, said during the virtual meeting. “It will make South Brunswick a leader when it comes to clean energy and clean air.” The council discussed choosing the option of a government private energy program that auto-enrolls residents (but who can opt out) and allows for non-residents to opt in. It would also put the onus on local distribution companies, such as JCP&L and PSE&G, to notice its customers. The township would be responsible for reimbursing the companies for the incremental costs, but Director of Law Don Sears said he did not know the cost. If approved, the township would move into public bidding, award the bid, transmit a copy of the agreement to the Board of Public Utilities and the ratepayer advocate, notice residents, and then give a list of customers to the service providers, Sears said. New Brunswick has had the program in place for years, and East Brunswick voters presumably approved the measure during the Nov. 3 general election as a ballot question. Plainsboro and Edison slightly modified the template ordinance, but are enrolled in the program. Glen Rock has 70% participation from its residents. The council will have to designate township staff and structure the program so that the supplier is given a schedule for incremental increases through 2030, moving toward 100% renewable energy. “It seems like an exciting project, just takes a little bit to get it up and running,” Sears said. Since the council decided to move forward, Sears will work on creating an ordinance.
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Community supports hurricane relief efforts in Central America
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n a particularly violent Atlantic hurricane season, Central America has had more than its share of devastating wind and rain. The problem is, the end is not in sight. After Hurricane Eta brought death and destruction to nations including Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, and Belize last week, Tropical Storm Iota – the 30th named storm this year – was predicted to become a hurricane as of press time. And the citizens of Central America must again brace for the worst. With many having roots and relatives in the hurricane affected nations, North Brunswick’s greater Latinx community has banded together to collect essential supplies of men’s and women’s clothing, food, water, diapers and toiletries. The Township of North Brunswick, through the police department’s PBA Local 160, along with the Puerto Rican Action Board (PRAB), Latino Action Network and National Coalition of Latino Officers, assembled collection points Nov. 14 and 15 with the hope of shipping supplies to Honduras as early as Nov. 16. North Brunswick Mayor Francis “Mac” Womack, who is also a PRAB board member, acknowledged that public service is
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not a “9 to 5” proposition. “I am so proud of our police department – especially Officer Fedor Salvador [Romero] and North Brunswick community leadership at this hour. Many that have gathered on a weekend have so much that they are doing right here at home financially and through grocery donations to care for those affected by COVID-19. To take on the additional effort of assisting those abroad speaks volumes of the township’s commitment to serve.” Cuqui Rivera, a community organizer and member of PRAB, offered her thanks
Union counties, also delivered multiple supplies to the main North Brunswick collection point at police headquarters. “The response is awesome. This is about North America, Central America and South America. The key word is ‘America.’ We all come together in times of need and support one another.” For ways on how to assist in Central American relief efforts, email Womack at mayorwomack@northbrunswicknj.gov. • This article was submitted by Burton Trent Public Affairs
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to the township as well. “When we called, both the administration and police department answered. They made it clear that the township was behind our efforts 100%. None of us can imagine what it is like to face hurricane after hurricane and face the prospects of a major spread of the coronavirus on top of all the other tragedy. In no small way it is reassuring to know we have partners in this humanitarian relief effort.” Henry Pena, state director of UPLIFT, a grassroots organization in Middlesex and
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School board members seek to maintain trust, deal with effects of COVID-19
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NORTH BRUNSWICK – The North Brunswick Township Board of Education will welcome a new face once votes are officially tallied and board members are sworn in. Newcomer Elesia L. James received the highest number of votes in the Nov. 3 general election, with 10,160; Hayley Toth received 7,477; and Richard D. Liguori received 7,400 as of 9:17 p.m. Nov. 18, which was current as of press time. There were 289 write-in votes. Results are not official until they have been certified by Middlesex County. James said she is “truly grateful, honored and humbled by the current status” of the results of the election. “While we await the certified results, I am hopeful that I will, ultimately, be elected to the Board of Education with my term commencing in January. “I have received so much support from friends, family and community members and I feel energized to make them proud by serving with dignity, integrity and with the community in mind. “While I cannot claim to know all of the answers to the questions that exist or even to know what problems may currently exist, I trust that I will soon become informed and I will do my best to ensure that North Brunswick Township Public Schools is responsive to community concerns and that the district is well run,” James said. James said she looks forward to building and maintaining public trust upon being certified and subsequently sworn in. “Of great importance right now is dealing with the impact of COVID-19 and reconciling, to the greatest extent practicable, how it may have affected our students socially, emotionally and academically. “Moving forward, I am eager to collaborate with my fellow board members, the superintendent of schools, district leadership, staff and the community on determining what our collective goals are to ensure the educational welfare of our students and to develop policies, as needed, to carry out the district’s goals and endeavors,” she said. Toth had replaced Claribel Cortes, who joined the Township Council earlier this year after Councilman Robert Corbin passed away. Cortes was presumably reelected to the council on Nov. 3. “As I await the certified results, I reflect back over the last couple of weeks and feel a sense of gratitude. I want to thank the community members who put their trust in me by casting their vote for my continued service to the Board of Education. I am pleased with the community’s response to
a fair and presumed successful election,” Toth said. “The children of North Brunswick will remain my No. 1 priority, ensuring over the next three years our students receive high quality education in a safe and secure environment. I will focus to increase our Four Year Cohort Graduation Rate ensuring programs and a steady curriculum for every student. “The COVID-19 crisis still looms, but my goal is to make sure we get all of our students back to a ‘normal’ learning environment. I will also make it my priority that we inform all members of the community of the happenings within the North Brunswick school system. “Our taxpayers deserve the most information as possible as it pertains to our district. We are all facing an unprecedented time in our lives; we must lean on one another, come together for our children. I am humbled, filled with gratitude, and look forward to serving the community,” Toth said. Liguori was a member of the Board of Education from 2007-15, and returned in 2018. He served as president for five years and as vice president for one year. “Thank you to the voters of our wonderful township for supporting me in this year’s campaign. I am humbled by your support and, although we must wait for the election results to be certified by the county clerk’s office, I cannot wait to get started on my next term,” Liguori said. “I also want to congratulate Elesia James and Hayley Toth on winning their first full terms. They are both energetic and bright people, and I look forward to sitting alongside both of them as we all work together to maintain and improve upon the standard of excellence that you have come to expect from North Brunswick schools. “My goal for my next term is to continue to listen, learn and advocate for all students in town. Student achievement remains the first priority and I will work collaboratively with our administrative team and my fellow board members to ensure we do so in a fiscally responsible manner. “We have important work to do, all while navigating important issues such as the COVID-19 pandemic, enhancing rigorous digital curriculum, ongoing construction in our facilities, eliminating the achievement gap, and fighting for fair funding from Trenton. “North Brunswick is the only place I have ever called home. I care deeply about our town and I look forward to working with all stakeholders in the upcoming months and years as we embark on the new and exciting challenges ahead,” Liguori said.
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e gather together to ask the wonderful Thanksgiving Day dinners. But Lord’s blessing.” like everything else, families grow up and I enjoy all the holidays have their own families and move away when the family gathers together. But, and traditions die. Thanksgiving is special. It isn’t only lots of Since the passing of my wife 16 years good food, it also is a lot of good conversa- ago, I have not had any dinners or gathertion from a lot of good people. ings at my home. Somehow the As a young boy in the pre-war subject of Thanksgiving came up era, I remember Thanksgiving at in conversation about a month my grandparents’ home. Upwards ago. My 10-year-old grandson, of 30 or more people would sit Matthew, then asked if he could down to dinner. My grandmother have Thanksgiving with me. Yes, was boss of the kitchen and my of course. I would have dinner mother, aunts and all the other and a gathering at my home. It ladies helped out until finally the would not be on the scale of my table was filled with this festive grandmother’s dinners. But, a meal, most of the food raised by TO SERVE gathering just the same. & HONOR us. Matthew is my blessing. I Because World War II startwant him to enjoy a memory Richard ed, many of these people would building experience and underPender never return. But when they were stand the meaning of the day. here we had the blessing of their Yes, we will gather together and ask the Lord’s blessing and thank Him for presence. Those memories were burnt in my the blessings we have received. mind when some years later I tried to eat a Richard A. Pender is senior vice comThanksgiving dinner out of my mess kit in an open field during a snowstorm. I vowed mander of North Brunswick American Lethen that if I could, I would return to the gion Post 459. He writes the occasional column for Newspaper Media Group. He Thanksgiving of my youth. When I had my own family we had can be reached at rapender@netzero.net
Democrats presumably maintain control in South Brunswick By JENNIFER AMATO Managing Editor
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – The governing body in South Brunswick will presumably remain fully Democratic. Incumbents Joseph Camarota, Archana “Ann” Grover and Josephine Hochman presumably retained their seats on the Township Council during the Nov. 3 election. According to results posted by Middlesex County, as of 9:17 p.m. Nov. 18, which was current as of press time, Camarota received 14,962 votes, Grover received 14,400 votes and Hochman received 14,326 votes. Three Republican candidates ran against the incumbents. Brian William Wojaczyk received 6,676 votes. Mike Kushwarra received 6,569 votes. Antonia Kulberda received 6,041 votes. There were 52 write-in votes. Election results are not official until they have been certified by the county, which was expected around Nov. 23. Camarota said the 2020 coronavirus pandemic had a “tremendous impact” on the campaign. “Quite frankly, the typical two- to three-month (September-November) cam-
paign season never materialized this year. Just about every community function was canceled, door-to-door campaigning did not make sense due to health concerns, and all debates/meet the candidates events were called off. “Realistically, the coronavirus created a scenario throughout the United States wherein challengers were at a disadvantage by not being able to effectively campaign and incumbents had to run almost solely on their record – which is why it is so humbling and quite surprising to see the vote totals that Ann, Jo and myself achieved this year. It is such an honor and privilege to serve and represent the people of South Brunswick,” he said. Over the next four years, Camarota said, he and his fellow council members want to continue to serve members of the public by listening and responding to their needs. “We need to remain fiscally responsible while trying to maintain, if not improve, our current level of services. For now, our most paramount concern, especially in light of the continuing pandemic, is the health, safety and welfare of every person in our community,” he said. The other candidates could not be reached by press time.
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63 Guest Drive Saturday, 11/28 12 Noon - 3PM Welcome Home! Your search is over. This stunning split-level home sits on a large corner lot in the Whittier Oaks section of Morganville. Comfort and charm are displayed throughout this home featuring 4 bedrooms, 2.5 renovated baths, upgraded kitchen, hardwood floors, a partially finished basement, formal living room, dining area, and a family room- all ready to enjoy time with family and friends. The park like setting backyard complimented with a deck, gazebo, shed and above ground pool are just waiting for you and the warm months to host all your entertaining. To top it all off the roof has been replaced within in the past 4 years, the hot water heater is only 4 years old and the central air system is brand new. Great school systems, easy access to major highways and shopping and located in an ideal commuter location! Questions? Contact Michele, Lic. Realtor Associate, Lic. # 1969170 KW Preferred Properties 732-269-5200
Firewood
FIREWOOD
Seasoned Hardwood, Oak, Locust and Cherry. Nice truck load - $115 908-415-4737
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
Cleaning Domestic
CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE CLASSES AVAILABLE Call 732-339-1933
A POLISH CLEANING SERVICE
Tutoring
Always a good job, over 20 years experience. Reasonable rates. References. Call 732-904-4861
College Professor CLEANING HOUSES / Math Tutor by Honest, Polish, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calc., Calc., Stat, SAT Math. Grades 1-College I teach the FREE SAT Math Classes at Library on Symmes Road, Manalapan. TUTORING ON LINE- ZOOM
experienced woman. Call Natalia, 732-500-3223
Decks
Call 732-547-8661 Ceramic Repair/Install
ANGELO PALMA and SON TILE & MARBLE CONTRACTOR
Over 42 years experience Lic. 13VH022521700
732-580-6866 732-727-2840
Free est./ins.
Col. 3:23
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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DECK REPAIR REFINISHING POWERWASHING
Owner Operated / Ins. Call/text Wizz 732-558-2830 wizzpressurewashing.com
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
FOREVER FLOORING
NOW 98% DUST FREE SANDING!! • Restoration • Repairs • Installation • Free Estimates
Call 732-642-2253
Garage Doors GARAGE DOORS Replace, Repairs, Spring Repairs, 24 HR service. Licensed/Insured ML Installations 732-673-3105
Handypersons
Lawn Care / Landscaping FS LANDSCAPING Fall Leaf Cleanups, Snow Plowing, Lawn maint., Chem. applications, mulch, sod, landscape design stone and gravel. Lawn seeding and repair, Aerating and de-thatching. Drainage, irrigation, pavers, retaining walls. 908-233-5600
AFF HOME SERVICES and REPAIRS Slow moving or clogged drains, Tub/shower caulking, Lawn Mower Repair wall repairs, leaky roof. No job too small! Free estimate M . A . C . R E P A I R S L a w n , Call John, 732-744-6609 garden, snow, ATVs, bikes, used equipment. Pickup & DAN'S delivery available 732-462-0743
HANDYMAN SERVICE
Odd jobs done inside & out. Call Dan, 732-238-2429 HANDYMAN Painting, Tiling, Remodeling, Baths Cabinetry, Kitchens. Neat, clean, reliable. Free est. Kyle 732-395-9329
Home Improvements
AFFORDABLE!
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
Masonry/Paving DON'S CUSTOM MASONRY Small Repairs/Patios /Pavers, Chimneys. Lic#13VH02546700 Free est. Fully insured. Call 732-251-4352
McMULLEN CONSTRUCTION ALL PHASES OF MASONRY. SMALL JOBS WELCOME. Fully Ins. Call Tom, 732-536-1431 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!! visit us: aceremovalllc.com 732-521-5500 10% off w/ad
Abra-Cadabra Junk Be Gone
Clean-Outs, Junk Removal, Demolition. Best Prices Visa/MC/Amex
732-262-9779
Painting/Wallpapering PAINTING - Interior/Exterior Ins. Reasonable. 732-343-4661
Power Washing
A BARGAIN! POWERWASHING
Owner Operated/Insured Homes from $150. + cleaner Decks, patios, concrete. Do you want white gutters? call/text 732-558-2830 wizzpressurewashing.com
Roofing/Siding
ANTHONY JOHN'S
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
732-900-6087
J & R ROOFING & SIDING UNBEATABLE RATES Exp. & Ins. 732-672-8965
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. $14,900. 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
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Healthcare
Compassionate, patient, cheerful person to care for your loved ones. I can help with home and personal services such as bathing, dressing, medication, housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, running errands, shopping, driving to doctors appointments and more!
Please Call: 848-333-9081
Gutters
Action Construction
TrafďŹ c Plan seeks Full Time Flaggers to set up and direct trafďŹ c around construction sites. No experience required. Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a drug test. We offer scheduled raises. Competitive hourly rate. Opportunity for advancement. Company paid medical/ dental premiums after 90 days of employment. Overtime paid daily after 8 hour work day. Paid training and certiďŹ cation. If interested please ďŹ ll out an application at careers.trafďŹ cplan.com
EAMLESS GUTTERS & LEADERS
Professional Home Remodeling at Reasonable Rates
Call George for free Estimate
INSTALLATION REPAIRS CLEANING
732-742-2185
Major Credit Cards Accepted
Lic# 13VH02579300
Contractors
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732-579-2490
NM-00445420
Fully Insured
Gutters
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REGISTERED NURSES New hires are welcome! Call 732-339-1933 JOBS ARE AVAILABLE FOR CERTIFIED AIDES (CHHA). Call 732-339-1933
Help Wanted Part Time Public Schools Milltown
Substitute Teachers Needed Contact: BOE Office Email: jhagerty@milltownps.org
Healthcare MARISOL'S HOME Caregivers Services. We provide caring & affordable in-home care for seniors & disabled with illness & injury. Daily/live-in. Family own/ operated. NJ lic. Ins./Bonded. 732-912-9312 We care for you!
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• 24 Hour Emergency Service • All Of Your Residential Electrical Needs • Same Day Service
New Construction Addition’s Basement Remodels Service Upgrades Trouble Shooting & Repairs Outdoor Lighting We Call Ceiling Fans Recessed Lighting You Back!
Free Est. • Bonded & Ins. • Lic. # 15903 NM-00445414
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Handypersons
KEY CONSTRUCTION HOME IMPROVEMENTS Interior HH Exterior We Accept Credit Cards
• Additio�s • Attics 10% • Baseme�ts OFF • Bathrooms Any JOB • Carpets Booked B� 11/30/20 • Carpe�tr� Mi�. $300 • Ceramic Tile • Cou�ter Tops • Decks • Doors • Dormers • Sheetrock • Floori�g (we are dustless)
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Fully Insured • Free Estimates • Owner Operated NJ Lic# 13VH06672000
NM-00445423
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732-952-5131
Handypersons
We Accept All Major Credit Cards NM-00445411
Landscaping
Call Mike for an estimate.
Serving Monmouth, Old Bridge, Parlin & surrounding.
732-759-5897
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• 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 • RooďŹ ng • Sheds • Siding • Wallpaper • Windows
Will Serve The Monmouth Areas For Tree Work & Landscaping Only
24 HOUR PROMPT/EMERGENCY SERVICE
$100 OFF
Any Service of $1,000 or more
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 11/30/20
Storm damage/storm related issues excluded.
ALL WORK GUARANTEED !!! Free Estimates • Insured • Owner-Operated
732-613-1115 973-818-0880
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Home Improvements
AJ’s Home Improvement, LLC 732-900-6087
CERTIFIED
Commercial & Residential
Exterior All Types of RooďŹ ng Flat & Shingles Repair or New Deck Repair & Staining Chimney & Fencing Shed Repairs Powerwashing
Interior Carpentry Painting Repairs Basement WaterprooďŹ ng No Job Too Small or Big!
Quality Service – Quick Response Free Estimates ~ 24 hr. emergency service
Veteran Discounts Available
Home Improvements
• Custom Seemless Gutters Leaf Guards • Roofing Siding - Windows • Bathroom And Kitchen Remodeling Free Est. • Fully Ins. • 35 Years Experience NM-00444985
$200 OFF
Any Service of $1,500 or more
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 11/30/20
Storm damage/storm related issues excluded.
** DISCOUNTED FIREWOOD ** 1 Cord $185.00 • 1/2 Cord $100
732-257-1170
www.budgetpropertymaintenance.com
FULLY INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES
Specializing in
No job too small. All levels of home repairs & improvements. Carpentry • Painting • Tile/Molding • Powerwashing NM-00443509
www.spitalettoelectric.com email: info@spitalettoelectric.com
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
TIMCO HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Free Estimates • Lic. #14030 Bonded/Insured
732-238-8519
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Lawn Care
V & D ELECTRIC, LLC.
JB ELECTRICAL
Home Improvements
NM-00444989
Electrical
732-572-2678
Lawn Care
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G.S. LAWN SERVICE & LANDSCAPING, LLC
Landscape Restoration Experts RESIDENTIAL & WORKING FOR COMMERCIAL A GREENER NEW JERSEY • Fall Clean-Ups • Complete Lawn Renovation & Restoration • Complete Landscape ALL Restoration & Installation WORK • All Full Trimming & Pruning GUARANTEED • All types of Fall Seeding/Aeration • De-Thatching/Core Aeration • Slit Seeding Free Estimates • Fully Insured
Now Accepting Most Credit Cards
732-257-5973 Lic. # 13VH08853200
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PAINTING
(732) 238-2050
FULLY INSURED
When quality, Reliability & Experience Matter
732-713-1528 TOM 732-713-2008 BRIAN
Owned & operated by Joshua Ludlow Free Estimates • References • Fully Insured
24 HR. ANSWERING SERVICE
Masonry/Paving
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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-00444992
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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
MASON
732-549-6387
www.dslandscapinginc.com
NM-00444994
Interior & Exterior Residential & Commercial Powerwashing Drywall Repair Taping & Spackling Handyman Services Snowplowing Services
All Phases of Brick, Stone & Concrete Work Free Designing Available www.poloniaconstruction.com
732-525-8118
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Free Estimates NJ State Fully Licensed & Insured
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NM-00444951
Free Estimates - Fully Insured
732-906-0385
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 #13VH04604300
Plumbing
Custom Painting
FREE ESTIMATE
1-800-757-7747
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Glenn Kaune’s
Fully Insured
FREE ESTIMATES
NJ Lic#8843 Painting/Wallpapering
CLEAN-UPS
NJ State Pesticide Lic.#97065A
732-983-1520
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Lic#13VH06178600
Painting/Wallpapering
Brick Pavers - Natural Stone Concrete - Driveways - Patios Sidewalks - Steps - Retaining Walls
CertiďŹ ed brick paver and retaining wall installer
NM-00445988
Serving the area for over 31 years! Best from Europe!
Commercial & Residential Free Estimates Fully Insured
Lawn Care
(732) 534-0548
NM-00444554
NM-00445277
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LANDSCAPING • TREE SERVICES STUMP REMOVAL • SPRINKLER REPAIR BULK MATERIAL DELIVERY
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Quality Work • Affordable Wallpaper Removal • Sheetrock Repair Taping/Spackling • Interior/Exterior Reliable Prompt Service
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