Lawn Care
Everyone likes to have a beautiful lawn. But, finding the time in our hectic lives to fit the upkeep of property is difficult. Don’t despair, there is help available. Trust one of our reader-recommended lawn care businesses.
Avalon: For the ultimate in lawn care voters in this region give the green light to Lawn Doctor. Finishing in second place is Weed man. Nutri-Lawn comes away with a third-place
finish this year.
Off the Avalon: The Weed Man gets the top spot in lawn care this year. Green Thumb in Gander finishes the ballot in second place.
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Law Firm
Trust is the key ingredient to finding someone to handle your legal matters. You could turn to the yellow pages and start at the top or you could consider one of our Best of winners.
Avalon: The ballots are counted and Williams, Roebothan, McKay & Marshall closing argument sealed the first-place position for them. Martin, Whalen, Hennebury & Stamp sits in second place. And Geoffrey Aylward’s law firm goes home with the third-place award.
Off the Avalon: Gerard G. Griffins in Grand Falls-Windsor wins the case for the best in this region. Mills/Pittman in Clarenville settles on second place and Aiden B. Berseford in Gander walks away with third spot.
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Laundromat
It’s laundry time. So gather your clothes, detergent, fabric softener, stain remover, dryer sheets and change and head to the best in what laundromats have to offer. Unsure of who’ll provide the best, why not drop by one of Best of winners.
Avalon: Franklyn Avenue suds up a first-place finish. Mighty Whites squeaks out a second-place position. Merrymeeting spins into third.
Off the Avalon: Dave’s Place in Grand Falls-Windsor cleans up on this year’s ballot with a first-place award. And, Lewisporte Drycleaners washes out a second-place finish.
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Lighting Store
Looking for lighting that suites your style? Whether it’s overhead lights or lamps, check out one of this year’s winners.
Avalon: The Lamp Post lights up first place. Lighting World shut offs in second place. Third place goes to Kent Building Supplies.
Off the Avalon: Canadian Tire takes home first place. Lighting World settles in second place. Wal-Mart closes the category in third place.
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Long Distance Company
When loved ones move, the telephone becomes the easiest and most convenient way to reach out to them. You need to choose the right long distance company to meet your needs. Our voters offer these suggestions.
Avalon: NewTel dials in at first place. Second-place honours go to Sprint. And A T & T finishes third on the ballot.
Off the Avalon: NewTel stole the top spot in this region.
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Massage Therapy
If you are stressed to the max and are in dire need to unwind, then you may want to consider a session or two at a registered massage therapy.
Avalon: Healing Hands Therapeutic Massage Works came out on top in this region. Body Kneads finishes second on the ballot. Island rounds out the pack in third.
Off the Avalon: Collettee Lyon in Gander works their way to the top. The remaining votes to Gander Physiotherapy.
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Muffler Shop
When you can’t bring yourself to start your car because it sounds like it is going to take off, it’s time to consider replacing your muffler. For some advice on where to go for repairs, why not listen to our Best of voters?
Avalon: Midas takes the gold medal. Speedy comes away with silver and bronze goes to Thruway.
Off the Avalon: Canadian Tire comes out on top in this region. Following closely by Speedy and Thruway.
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Musical Instruments
For all your musical needs, you’ll need the best in instruments. So whether it’s a keyboard, a trumpet, trombone, drums or just about anything in between, be sure to head on down to one of this year’s Best of winners.
Avalon: Music City played its way to the top position. O’Brien’s finishes second on the ballot and, Provincial comes out in third position.
Off the Avalon: Del’s in Grand Falls-Windsor is the top spot for all your musical instrument needs. Second-place honours goes to Radio Shack in Clarenville. MEA In Gander takes home the third-place award.
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Paint Shop
A new coat of paint will add luster and beauty to anything in your home. These days there are literally hundreds of colours and shades to choose from. If you need help to co-ordinate a room or more, check with the friendly staff at any of our province’s terrific paint shops.
Avalon: Colouring its way to the top of the palette is The Paint Shop. Color Your World brushes up to second place. And the third-place award goes to
Templeton's.
Off the Avalon: Once again the Paint Shop finishes on the top of the ballot. Stan Dawes in Grand Falls-Windsor finishes in second place. And third place goes to Murley’s in Marystown.
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Pet Shop
Looking for the perfect pet but not quire sure where to look? Well look no further than the one of our Best of winners and ask them for their expert advice.
Avalon: With the overwhelming majority of votes Pet City comes out on top of the ballot. Second place goes to Critters and Things.
Off the Avalon: Pet City in Grand Falls-Windsor is on top of the block for best pet shop. Pet Place in Clarenville garners enough votes to settle nicely in second place.
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Photo Finishing
They say a picture tells a thousand words so when you go to get them developed you want the best. The next time you need film developed, be sure to trust your treasures with one of our reader-recommended winners.
Avalon: Wal-Mart takes the top prize. Dominion came in a close second and Japan Camera snaps up third place.
Off the Avalon: Wal-Mart is the cats meow in this region as well. Sweeney’s in Grand Falls-Windsor finishes in second place. And, third-place honours goes to Dominion.
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Picture Framers
Your beautiful photographs need expert framing. It’s the matting and framing of the photo that really sets it apart. For the best in picture framers, Newfoundland Herald voters have their definite favourites.
Avalon: Randy Dawe takes the gold medal. Spurrell Gallery comes away with silver. Neville comes away with bronze.
Off the Avalon: Falk Foto in Gander gets top marks in this category. Sweeney’s in Grand Falls-Windsor frames up a second-place finish. Third place goes to Frames Plus in Corner Brook.
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Post Secondary School
Your high-school graduation ceremonies are over and it’s time to consider your next step. Where should you go to get the training you need for a successful career? Our readers have made some educated suggestions.
Avalon: MUN takes top honours this year. In second place is College of the North Atlantic. Third place goes to Marine Institute.
Off the Avalon: College of the North Atlantic makes the grade as the top post secondary school with readers. Second place goes to to Keyin. And, finishing the card in third place is Corona College.
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