Fireworks and the 4^th of July go hand-in-hand. While fireworks are a fun and exciting activity to partake in, setting off your own fireworks comes with obvious dangers.  The National Council on Firework Safety encourages consumers to follow the following safety tips before...

When you think of summer, is swimming one of the first activities that comes to mind? Swimming is one of the most popular summer activities as it allows you to have a fun time while also being able to cool off from the hot summer sun. As fun as swimming can be, it is also...

It’s something that tops many of our list of fears. You come home to find a broken window, or a door ajar and immediately notice valuables missing. If you have the misfortune of your home being broken into and burglarized, your mind will begin to race, and many new fears may...

If you’re like me, you probably have dozens of online accounts for everything from your social media to your bank account. You may think your accounts are safe; but how easy are your passwords to decode? A strong password can make all the difference when it comes to...

Nothing signals the slow transition from winter to spring quite like the strong winds of March and April. The gusts not only make the cold more biting and give us bad hair days, but also the pose huge risks of injury and property damage. Take precautions this year to make...

Thanksgiving is a special holiday that brings together family and friends but these festivities can lead our curious and enterprising pets into all kinds of temptation. In the spirit of attempting to prevent a Thanksgiving Day mishap in your home, here are some tips to keep...

According to the United States Bureau of Justice Statistics, burglaries in the United States increase by as much as 10% during the summer months when compared to the other seasons. Whether it’s more vacations, increased coverage from plants in bloom or individuals leaving...

If you’ve spent more than two seconds outside these last few days, you’re well aware of the blisteringly cold temperatures across our region. With wind chills taking temperatures into the negatives and several feet of snow on the ground, it’s safe to say that winter is fully...

We've finally hit a stretch of warm weather is the Northeast after a long and brutal winter. With the rise of temperatures and emergence of the sun, people start to go out and about to enjoy the weather. While this leads to fun, vibrant communities, it also brings burglars...