New York State’s “No Empty Chair” campaign is underway this week, Monday, April 24 to Friday, April 28. What does this mean for the Utica area community? Hopefully, safer teen driving. The initiative raises awareness through teen driving safety education and law enforcement with the hope that there will be no empty chairs at this […]
April 25, 2023
This might change your mind about backyard composting. 28 percent of waste deposited in landfills can be composted. If everyone in the U.S. composted, it would be like removing 7.8 million cars from the road. And, for Utica area gardeners, soil with compost added can hold 2.5 times more water than traditional soil, reducing the […]
April 18, 2023
“Enough with the phones already. Just put them down.” That’s the message from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) during April. And of its U Drive. U Text. U Pay initiative that saw New York State law enforcement mobilize to step up patrols watching for distracted driving April 3 through April 10 of this […]
April 11, 2023
The Easter Bunny is a beloved symbol of Easter, fun and cheerful. It’s a reminder of the new life that comes with springtime, and the joy that Easter brings to children and adults alike. But its origins are somewhat mysterious. Some believe that it originated in Germany in the 17th century, where it was known […]
April 4, 2023
A spring tide lifts all boats…at least all the boats owned by those who love the lakes, rivers, and canals in the great state of New York. Now that spring is here and summer is around the corner, it’s time to think about getting your boat ready for the water. And that includes the insurance. […]
March 28, 2023
Our friends living in the south can’t know the thrill of springtime and finally riding your “bike” along the newly ice free roads of the Mohawk Valley. And when we say “bike,” we mean your ride, beast, or to non-riders, motorcycle. So we thought this would be a good time to brush up on some […]
March 21, 2023
Utica’s St. Patrick’s Day parade took place last Saturday down Genesee Street. But did you know? The first St. Patrick’s Day parade in America took place in New York City in 1762. Organized by Irish soldiers serving in the British army, the parade was a way for Irish immigrants to connect with their heritage and […]
March 14, 2023
A distressing article in the Utica OD caught our attention last week. It was about a report by the First Street Foundation predicting storm tracks across the country. The First Street Foundation is a non-profit in Brooklyn, New York whose mission is to make climate risk accessible, easy to understand, and actionable for individuals, governments, […]
March 7, 2023
A serious fire at home is a complicated, devastating financial loss. That’s one of the reasons customers feel comfortable doing business with us. Our inhouse claims manager, Cathy LeTray, guides our insureds every step of the way through the claims process. But even with that valuable help, it’s also a time consuming job for you. […]
February 28, 2023
A few weeks ago we posted an article on our social media that offered advice for young adults buying their first car. Younger buyers were encouraged to buy used, be careful about their budget, and be smart about shopping around for the best deal. Money is important for younger car owners. Income, lack of credit […]
February 21, 2023
