by Paul D. Labonte | Jun 14, 2023 | Safety, Tips
With summer fast approaching, it’s important to keep in mind the risks of sun exposure and take steps to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can cause a variety of skin problems, including premature aging,...
by Paul D. Labonte | May 12, 2023 | Home, Safety, Tips
The flowers are blooming, the birds are serenading, and the house still feels like it’s stuck with the winter blues. Spring cleaning is a tradition that allows us to freshen up our homes and get a head start on the often-hectic seasons of spring and summer. It...
by Paul D. Labonte | Apr 13, 2023 | auto, Safety, Tips
Spring is here, which means you’ll likely see more motorcycles on the road. And the key word here is “see.” People driving cars and trucks often fail to notice the motorcyclists around them, partly because they’re not accustomed to looking for...
by Paul D. Labonte | Dec 22, 2022 | auto, Safety, Tips
Millions of Americans will be traveling this holiday season, and if it’s anything like previous years, a lot of that travel will be on the road. Last year, AAA estimated that more than 100 million Americans were planning a trip of more than 50 miles during the...
by Paul D. Labonte | Nov 14, 2022 | Education, Safety
While most homeowners know the importance of having smoke alarms, almost three out of five fire fatalities from 2014 to 2018 happened in properties with no alarms or where alarms failed to operate, according to a report by the National Fire Protection Association. In...
by Paul D. Labonte | Aug 10, 2022 | auto, Ideas, Safety, Tips
Knowing how to change a tire is a necessary skill for all drivers. You might be thinking, “I pay for a AAA membership so that I get roadside assistance and don’t have to worry,” or “I have a cell phone, I can just call someone to help.” Even if this is the case for...