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Construction product supplier to open Vernon branch

Construction product supplier to open Vernon branch
VERNON, B.C.—Wolseley ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is set to open its newest branch in Vernon this month. The Vernon branch is a 12,000-square-foot facility located at 4227 25A Avenue. Wolseley stated it offers the full assortment of Wolseley ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s plumbing and HVAC produc...
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Construction product supplier to open Vernon branch
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