Downtown decorating winners selected

Posted 1/5/23

Mineola Main Street Vice Chairman Nic Watkins recognized Christmas Window Decorating Contest winners with framed certificates.

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Downtown decorating winners selected

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At winner Edward Jones, Watkins, far right, presents to Jurgen Simons; Jillian Henderson, designer, in center; and Candace Holt, second from left and Wende Haney, far left.

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Kindness Kottage which won second place, was represented by Lucy Castro, second from right, designer; Manager Chelsea Rogers, second from left and Executive Director BJ Gold.

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Cheryl’s Lake Country Florist took third place and Watkins presented to owner Cheryl Wood, right, and assistant Rose Petrea.

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Between Friends owner Donna Hanger was presented Honorable Mention.

Posted Thursday, January 5, 2023 12:03 am

Mineola Main Street Vice Chairman Nic Watkins recognized Christmas Window Decorating Contest winners with framed certificates.

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Downtown decorating winners selected

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