COLONIA: Need to store some items? Making a plan to move soon? Pick up corrugated boxes at the Home Depot for as low as .70 cents each. Plan a beautiful summer garden next year and save up to 25 percent off regular prices on outdoor pottery, fountains and lawn decor. Be prepared for the cold weather and be safe when stuck indoors this winter. Buy a Code One carbon monoxide twin pack for only $29.88. Freshen up your home with OdoBan germ killer concentrate. Buy a container for $9.98. The container will make up to 32 gallons of cleaner; 1555 St. Georges Avenue, Route 35; 732-388-7825. …

  AVENEL: OMG! Gordon Ramsey, the world renowned chef is selling kitchenware at Kmart. Buy a ten-piece non-stick cookware set for only $59.99. Need more storage space? Pick up a handful of Harvest Totes containers, on sale at $4.99 each. Now is the time to start shopping for Halloween costumes. Sales of up to 20 percent off regular prices are taking place now at Kmart. Choose from a wide selection of ghouls, princesses, ballerinas and a host of other kid's and teen's costumes. Craftsman five-drawer tool centers are on sale for less than $100. Save up to $40 on these tool centers and stock …

COLONIA: Start your Fall gardening now with great buys on plants at the Home Depot. Buy a six and one-half inch Mum plant for $3.33. Five gallon Arborvitae plants are on sale for $19.97. Miracle Gro garden soil, one cubic foot bags are on sale at $4.97. Pick up replacement rakes and other gardening supplies too. Ames brand leaf rakes, digging shovels and transfer shovels are specially priced at $9.98 each; 1555 St. Georges Ave.; 732-388-7825. WOODBRIDGE: Use your ShopRite Price Plus card starting today and save big at the supermarket. Buy Bubba brand beef burgers, 32 ounces packages for $5.99…

ISELIN:  Labor Day is coming soon so don't disappoint the guests and run out of spirits for your party. Choose from more than 1,000 varieties of wine at Joe Canal's Discount Liquor Outlet Store. The 750 milliliter bottles all sell for $10 or less. There is also a huge selection of beer at the store. Stop by and find out why the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce recently named the liquor outlet one of the top growing businesses in the county; 732-726-0077. WOODBRIDGE: Ice cream is a great way to enjoy what's left of the warm, sunny days. Stores like Walgreens are the perfect choice for last…

COLONIA: At the Home Depot, items are priced to go so why not make your garden and patio more beautiful? Through November 1, save up to 25 percent off regular prices on select outdoor pottery, fountains and lawn decor. 1555 St. Georges Ave.; 732-388-7825.   WOODBRIDGE: It's almost September and the kids should have everything they need for the new school year. Take time to treat yourself to some great savings at local stores like Walmart. Buy a Get It Together comforter, sizes twin to queen, for $15.97. Need to upgrade appliances? Buy an Emerson 1.1 cubic foot microwave for $79. A Haier 24 …

AVENEL: Looking to take the family out for a few more leisurely summer nights? Leery about spending a small fortune on ice cream and other frozen treats? Visit Burger King and buy the whole family a frozen coke or cherry drink for only $1. The beverages are 140 calories each, a far cry from some of the more popular summer desserts like ice cream dishes that can weigh in on the calorie counter at close to 2,000 calories per serving! But if you are inclined to indulge when at Burger King, try the Hershey's Sundae Pie. It's a crunchy chocolate treat and only 310 calories; 1140 St. Georges Avenue…

AVENEL: Are you finding everything you need at back to school sales this summer? The bargains only get better as school approaches,  especially on electronics like the Toshiba 15.6 inch laptop at Radio Shack. The computer has three gigobytes of memory and a 500 gigobyte hard drive making it a great resource for students who need a computer that is portable and lightweight. If a college student is returning to school or even if he or she is just starting that journey to a higher education, teach him or her the responsibility of paying bills the fun and easy way with a square credit card reader…

AVENEL: Route 66 clothing for boys, girls and teens is on sale this week at Kmart. Girls graphic sweatpants are priced at $7; boys pullovers are on sale at $10 each, and tops for both boys and girls are specially priced at $10 each. Pick up a pair of Wrangler jeans for boys for $15. Women's dresses and many mix and match pieces are on sale too. Jaclyn Smith tunic or ponte paints are priced at $16.99. Route 66 henley dresses are on sale at $15.99; 1550 St. Georges Avenue; 732-574-3500. COLONIA: Teachers can save big on Saturday and Sunday. Educators who enroll in a special savings program at …

COLONIA: Few can resist the scores of frozen goodies at Carvel. Nilla wafers, Oreos and Nutter Butter cookies are a few examples of what's waiting for you when you visit the famous ice cream store. Follow the link on the website to print a coupon for a free Sundae Dasher with the purchase of one of these cookie-laden ice cream treats. The coupon may also be used to receive $1 off the regular price of a Sundae Dasher. With school approaching learn more about fundraising opportunities through the sale of ice cream products on the website too; 1191 St. Georges Avenue; 732-750-3777. WOODBRIDGE: …

FORDS: Clearance sales are already taking place at many large department stores but businesses like Rite Aid can be great places to find great deals too. Use your wellness+ card during this week's "buy one, get one free" sale on the following products: Colgate toothpaste, Rite Aid oral care products and Airwick air freshener sprays. Lady Speedstick, Speedstick and Irish Spring deodorant, Rite Aid Loratadine and Cetirizine allergy relief packs and store brand vitamins are also part of the sale. Receive more free items when you purchase Planters Flavor Grove cashews or mixed nuts and Comet …

AVENEL: Shop at Kmart this week for sale items and get free stuff! Receive a free box of Bounce fabric softener sheets with the purchase of Tide laundry detergent, 75 ounce container. Choose from a wide selection of children's backpacks on sale at 30 percent off regular prices and get a free cinch pack with purchase. Do your kids have Captain America on the brain? Fear not, all Captain America clothing and toys are on sale at 30 percent off regular prices. Spend $25 on the superhero merchandise and receive a free 3D print. Buy one pack of DieHard batteries, AA, AAA, C, D or 9 volt sizes and …

AVENEL: Find the perfect cell phone and data package at Radio Shack. Buy a 32 gigobyte iPod Touch phone for $299.99. The AT&T Samsung Captivate is free with the purchase of a new account. The cell phone requires a $15 per month fee for the data package feature. The Sprint LG Optimus S phone is also free when you buy a plan that includes a $10 per month data add-on feature. Afraid of commitment to a cell phone contract? Fear not, Boost Mobile is offering a $50 month to month plan with the purchase of a Samsung Seek phone at $119.99; 1648 St. Georges Avenue; 732-382-3211. COLONIA: Beat the heat…

AVENEL: Whet your appetite without stretching your budget at Pathmark. Buy ten large mangoes for $10. Use your Pathmark Perks card and save up to 40 percent off regular prices on many Kellogg's brand cereals including Raisin Bran, Special K and Apple Jacks. Choose from a selection of America's Choice canned fruit priced at only .88 cents each with Perks card. Assorted varieties of Chef Boyardee canned pasta is on sale at 10 cans for $10 with Perks card. Use your Perks card to stock up on America's Choice macaroni and cheese boxes, 5.5 ounce to 7.25 ounce sizes at only .39 cents each; 1600 St…

ISELIN: Stock up on sports gear and save money at the same time when you shop at the Sports Authority this week. Follow the link to the store's website to print out coupons and save either $10 on a purchase of $50 or more or $25 when you spend $100 or more. Choose from a wide selection of Alpine Design tents, sleeping bags, airbeds and camping products, specially priced from $13.99 to $149.99. All treadmills are on sale too. Save up to 70 percent off regular prices. Men's and women's Alpine Design strap sandals are on sale for $29.99; 931 Route 1 South; 732-634-3050. WOODBRIDGE: Fire up the …

AVENEL: Still shopping for Father's Day? Go high-tech with gift ideas from Kmart. Buy an Acer Aspire notebook for $349.99. The three gigabyte ram computer includes a webcam and Windows 7 home premium software. The Logitech M305 wireless optical mouse is on sale for $19.99 and a Kodak personal photo scanner is only $69.99.  Make your sweet some sweets with Betty Crocker 18.25 ounce cake mixes, on sale at ten boxes for $10. Keep an extra supply of batteries handy by stocking up on Diehard four-pack battery packs, AA or AAA, on sale at two for $7. Treat yourself to a Farberware 10-piece cookware…

AVENEL: Plan a family night out for Father's Day and take Dad to Bud's Hut. The restaurant has been a local favorite for more than 40 years. Choose from a variety of seafood classics such as Clams Casino, Crab Fritters and Calamari, or simply sit down and feast on a terrific steak and potato dinner. Party menus and special pricing is available for groups of 20 or more; 906 Route One North; 732-634-5979. ISELIN: The Italian restaurant Casa Giuseppe is another smart choice should you decide to treat Dad to a terrific meal. Signature Italian dishes and superb wine selections are perhaps only …

AVENEL: Take advantage of this week's buy one, get one free sale at Kmart. Choose from more than 100 health and beauty, household and grocery items like Frito Lay snacks, shaving cream and pet treats. Free product must be of equal value or less. It's not too early to get a gift for Dad. Craftsman 94-piece mechanic's tool sets are on sale for $59.99. Patio table umbrellas and chair cushions are 20 percent off regular prices. Also save 25 percent off regular prices on all Jaclyn Smith Today and Country Living outdoor decor; 1550 St. Georges Avenue; 732-574-3500. CLARK: Find bargains on …

WOODBRIDGE: Take advantage of many rollback offers at Walmart such as Vlasic kosher dill spears or whole pickles priced at $1.88 each for 24 ounce to 46 ounce jars. Bush's Baked or Grillin' Beans, 21 ounce to 28 ounce cans are only $1.62 each. Kraft Mayonaisse or Miracle Whip, 30 ounce jars, are on sale for $2.50 each. Don't miss out on a great deal for summer beverages. Minute Maid 64 ounce lemonade containers are on sale at $1.00 each. Planning a trip outdoors? Save on supplies like a Coleman two-burner camping stove specially priced at $49.88. (Propane is not included.) And don't forget …

WOODBRIDGE: Gold earrings are 50 percent off at Littman Jewelers in the Woodbridge Center Mall. Sale ends May 31. Buy shoes, accessories or other merchandise at Payless ShoeSource at the regular price and get 50 percent off any other item of equal or lesser value now through May 16. Buy a new pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses with a prescription at LensCrafters and save up to 40 percent on the frames; sale ends June 12; 250 Woodbridge Center Drive; 732-636-4777.  ShopRite brand domestic ham and American cheese is on sale at $2.99 per pound with a Price Plus card; limit four pounds per variety…