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Oct052014

George Boyd Of Kings Park Takes 2nd Place In Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off

DateSunday, October 5, 2014 at 8:01PM

George BoydGeorge Boyd of Kings Park won second place for his 453 pound pumpkin during the Giant Pumpkin weigh-Off at Hicks Nurseries today. He received a $300 prize as well as a ribbon for participating.

The competition, held each October at the nursery, encourages homeowners and children to bring their pumpkin, no matter what the size, to the nursery to be weighed. It is a fun day for the growers to show off their skills and for families to enjoy hayrides, roasted corn, Otto the Ghost and much more.

First place was awarded to Scott Armstrong of Commack for his 1,059 lb. pumpkin.

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