Long before the days of online wish lists and virtual carts, Christmas shopping was an experience in itself—one filled with crowded stores, holiday cheer, and a special kind of magic that the internet could never replicate. Shopping for Christmas gifts often meant braving the cold, navigating through bustling stores, and discovering treasures among fully stocked […]
December 17, 2024
In our last post we offered tips on preparing your car or truck for the cold days ahead. Thing is, winter in the Utica area can also be challenging for homeowners. But there are things you can do to protect your home from freezing temperatures, snow, and ice. This not only ensures comfort but also […]
December 3, 2024
Hardy Utica area residents understand all too well that winter weather can be harsh with its icy roads, snow, and low visibility posing challenges for cars and pickups. Worse, as always seems to happen, dealing with car problems on a cold, blustery day can be memorably unpleasant. So we’d like to remind you of key […]
November 19, 2024
Halloween is a night filled with excitement, costumes, and candy, but safety and courtesy should be top priorities for both trick-or-treaters and homeowners. Whether you’re out collecting candy or welcoming visitors to your door, these tips will help ensure everyone enjoys a safe and spooky night. For trick-or-treaters, we recommend traveling in groups. Going door-to-door […]
October 29, 2024
School buses are a familiar sight here in the greater Utica area. And they carry a most precious cargo—our children. For this reason, strict rules govern how other vehicles must behave around school buses. Following these rules is essential for ensuring the safety of students and preventing accidents. Unfortunately, not all drivers are aware of […]
October 15, 2024
A friend of ours recently returned from a visit to his son’s family in Los Angeles. His son lived in a residential area of West Los Angeles so there were nice sidewalks to enjoy his morning constitutional. He quickly noticed something strange when his fellow pedestrians reached an intersection. They didn’t bother to look for […]
October 1, 2024
Two top priorities for your student at college are likely academics and their social life. Property loss prevention? Often not thought of till important possessions are stolen or even lost in a fire. Thing is, students are particularly vulnerable to property theft or damage due to their transient living situations and the increased risk of […]
September 17, 2024
We hope everyone in the Mohawk Valley enjoyed their Labor Day Weekend as they get the kids ready for school and think about cooler weather to come. And speaking of weather, September brings some of the most beautiful days we experience here in the Utica area. Low humidity and sunny skies make it the perfect […]
September 2, 2024
The August 13, 2024 Rome Sentinel reports that over 400 structures sustained at least some damage during the tornado last month and a total of 82 buildings and homes suffered significant damage. While the cleanup continues and Romans recover from this traumatic event, we thought it would be a good idea to suggest that families […]
August 13, 2024
If you are the parents of teens, you know that they and their friends may share rapid and intense mood swings, heightened sensitivity, and a growing need for independence and autonomy from you and authority figures in general. They’re also highly susceptible to peer pressure with a strong desire to fit in with their group. […]
July 30, 2024
