The sunshine of the past few days got us thinking about time outdoors…FINALLY! So we thought now that we don’t have to worry about snow and ice (we hope) what new dangers lurk for us here in the Mohawk Valley weather wise? How about lightening? Ever notice how so many of your friends “know” all […]
April 19, 2016
Yes, we here at SZW are concerned with accidents. When a covered loss happens, we pay for the damage to help get you back to where you were before the loss. But we also want to prevent accidents in the first place. We can make things better after a loss. But there are very few […]
April 12, 2016
One of the ways Utica area homeowners are taking advantage of our still remarkably low interest rates is by renovating their homes. They may be investing in that new dream kitchen or upgrading the old bathrooms. Maybe an addition to the back of the house. Some are looking at a new garage or shed, even […]
April 5, 2016
We checked out the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and found a complete list of regulations for the taking and possession of fish. You can check it out here. We recommend you take a look at this comprehensive list of rules to make sure your fishing experience is within the legal limits. An annual […]
March 30, 2016
We’re gearing up for summer here at SZW and one of the first things we think about are the beautiful waterways of Central New York and the Adirondacks. What can be better than fun on the lake on your power boat. So we thought we’d get a jump on the season with some helpful info […]
March 22, 2016
The sun last weekend got us in the mood to think summer, the outdoors, and family fun around the campfire. So we Googled around a bit and stumbled onto a great website at NYCampgrounds.com. The great thing about this site is that it’s all about camping destinations in our own New York. It’s divided up […]
March 15, 2016
First things first as it’s finally getting warm…spring cleaning, then outdoor fun! If you’re planning on tidying up the attic or cleaning out the cellar, you know you’ll be faced with decisions on what to recycle, what to throw out in the trash, and what can be reused by others. To help you get ready […]
March 8, 2016
10,000 people! That’s how many runners, walkers, volunteers, and families participate in America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk at Utica College. This year it’s Saturday, March 5, 2016 with the Expo on Friday, March 4. And the goal this year? A whopping $1,090,817!! We’re proud to be a major sponsor plus we’ll be fielding the […]
March 1, 2016
If you haven’t seen a classic car show before, it really is a treat. You see cars your grandfather, your father, and maybe even you drove back in the day. As we think of a warmer spring just ahead, we’re reminded of the annual Antique and Classic Car Show at the Munson Williams Proctor Arts […]
February 23, 2016
This winter, you might be headed out to a Utica Comets game or maybe just a quick visit to the in-laws here in New Hartford. But, if you lose your brakes, blow a tire, or experience another unusual (but not unheard of) problem, you could be headed for trouble. So, let’s take a look at […]
February 17, 2016
