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Kline, who attends Thomas Edison Middle School in Meriden and will be entering Middletown High School in the fall, is working toward his Eagle badge project. When he learned of Santiago’s situation, he made quick work of returning enough bottles and cans to purchase the $500 scooter at a discounted rate from Estate Treasures on Main Street Extension.
Shop owner Ed Margnelli made a deal, adding in an electric charger and battery, said Christine Kline, who remained “hands off” so her son could take full charge of the project.
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You may have recently noticed an increase in traffic and people on the move, as May is National Moving Month!
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Make Friends With Your Thrift Store Staff! No matter what thrift store you enter, make friends with the staff! Thrift and antique store personnel are usually very knowledgeable and friendly. They can help you while you shop and also give you valuable information, such as when new merchandise comes in and where to find something that just came in.
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Disinfect any tools that touch plants in order to prevent the spread of bacteria, fungi, and soil pathogens. Submerge all you lawn tools – lawnmower blades, shovels, trowels, rakes, pruners, etc. – for 30 minutes in a solution of 10% bleach and 90% water.
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Paintings will do better over time when they are displayed and stored in rooms in your home with less differentiation in the heat, cold and humidity. Living rooms, bedrooms, living rooms, etc. are better. Bathrooms, kitchens, attics and basements would be the worst!
