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The sound of a crackling fire generated by natural gas logs or a wood stove can create a cozy ambiance in a home during the winter.When it comes to heating, gas logs have a reputation for being cleaner and more beneficial from a health perspective while wood is generally more cost efficient to ...

New Year’s resolutions for the home

As the new year rolls around, some people are making a resolution to shape up their house from top to bottom by organizing their finances and maintenance projects.Those looking to manage their financial activity, local bank officials recommend to start with a copy of a credit report that can be ...

Consumers investing in some of this yearÎÞëÊÓÆµ™s hottest electronic and home entertainment gifts will unwrap energy bill savings all year long.Products with a blue ENERGY STAR label use less energy, save money and help protect the environment.The labels can be found on major appliances, office ...

Plan ahead for snow, ice removal needs

Keeping sidewalks or driveways free of ice and snow this winter means using the right equipment and materials.Consumer Reports says it pays to be prepared by having a snow blower or shovel, but you also need to be aware of safety and medical issues when handling them.The same thing goes for ...

Lending officers are reporting that area residents are taking advantage of historic low interest rates with home equity loans during the closing months of 2014.David Brescoach, lending manager at Frick Tri-County Federal Credit Union in Uniontown, said a lot of customers are inquiring about the ...

As the temperature drops during the winter season, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has found that many families are turning to alternative heat sources to help warm their homes.According to Consumer Reports, sales of space heaters are sizzling as millions of homeowners ...