Keeping sidewalks or driveways free of ice and snow this winter means using the right equipment and materials.Consumer Reports says it pays to be prepared by having a snow blower or shovel, but you also need to be aware of safety and medical issues when handling them.The same thing goes for ...
Lending officers are reporting that area residents are taking advantage of historic low interest rates with home equity loans during the closing months of 2014.David Brescoach, lending manager at Frick Tri-County Federal Credit Union in Uniontown, said a lot of customers are inquiring about the ...
As the temperature drops during the winter season, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has found that many families are turning to alternative heat sources to help warm their homes.According to Consumer Reports, sales of space heaters are sizzling as millions of homeowners ...
Keeping the cold air out and lowering heating bills can be as simple as replacing worn weatherstripping on doors and windows or caulking any holes and cracks.The U.S. Department of Energy reports that reducing the amount of air that leaks in and out of a home is a cost-effective way to cut ...
Creating a dazzling home for guests during the holiday season with refreshing updates can be easy and affordable without breaking your budget.According to Do-It-Yourself (DIY) network, simple cosmetic changes such as new lighting and window treatments or even hardware can transform the look of ...
The thriving coke industry in Dawson during the 1880s led to the construction of several commercial and residential properties by one of the most prominent families of the era, including a Victorian style brick bank.Situated at the corner of 200 Main St., the Cochran bank building continues to ...
