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Consumers’ Corner

By Joe Maniscalco

The new year is still young enough to make some resolutions. If one of your resolutions is to save money then you came to the right place. Each week throughout the year the Consumer corner will be giving you tips on some of the best places to shop in the wonderful borough of Brooklyn. Matter of fact, let’s see what’s out there this week. ****** Did somebody say, “savings?” Well, if its savings you want Kings Plaza Mall has got ‘em. Rush on over to the revamped mall located at Flatbush Avenue and Avenue U and take advantage of their super winter sales. You won’t see bargains like this for a whole year. Call the mall’s shopping line at 718-253-6844 for a complete listing of stores and other events. You can also visit Kings Plaza at www.kingsplazaonline.coom. ***** We might have to take a somber note on this next one, but with funeral expenses soaring through the roof, it’s not a bad idea to plan ahead. John J. Healey Funeral Home is happy to welcome longtime Funeral Director John LaGreca to the fold. In the neighborhood since 1904, John J. Healey Funeral Home has a long trusted reputation in the community and is looking forward to building on that tradition with Mr. LaGreca. Upon graduation form St. Stephens, Mr. LaGreca enrolled in New York Community College. After a short period of time Mr. LaGreca realized his calling and left New York Community College and became a student at the American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Directing. He has been serving Brooklyn and the city at large for the past 20 years. “To Serve Humanity Better,” the motto of John J. Healey Funeral Home, applies to Mr. LaGreca who feels that his service to the neighborhood is a vital part of community life. John J. Healey Funeral Home is located at 2977 Ocean Avenue. To talk to a caring professional call 718-743-1388.