Hagerty has shared plenty of great articles and advice about winter storage for your classic car. But what about your daily driver? How do you prepare it for the cold, salt, and snow that many of us face? For those of us that live in colder climates, our nightmares are beginning to be filled with our […]
Month: December 2020
USPS ‘gridlocked’ as historic crush of holiday packages sparks delays
A historic crush of e-commerce packages is threatening to overwhelm U.S. Postal Service operations just weeks before Christmas and runoff elections in Georgia that will decide control of the U.S. Senate, according to agency employees and postal industry tracking firms. As Americans increasingly shop online because of the coronavirus pandemic, private express carriers FedEx and UPS have […]
Holiday deliveries on the way? 6 ways to protect your packages
Each year, thefts hit an all-time high during the holiday season. People everywhere are desperate to find gifts for their loved ones, and the sheer amount of people with expensive goods in their cars or on their porch is too tempting for criminals to resist. But we live in 2020, and nobody should have to […]
Virtual Tours Just a Click Away
The next time you’re tempted to kick back and reach for the remote, why not explore the world’s most famous museums and attractions instead? Nowadays, when you crave culture or famous attractions in the U.S. or another country, all you need to do is power on your phone, laptop, tablet, or other device, and take […]
Older Adults Experience the Positive Affects of Creative Aging
When Samir Saad, 67, retired from his early education job at Head Start two years ago, he felt isolated and unfulfilled. Last year, a friend told him about Stagebridge, an Oakland, CA, non-profit that offers 30 creative arts classes to adults age 55+. Courses range from play writing and acting to storytelling (with performances in the […]
Why Dogs Make the Best Pets for Retirees
Dogs are man’s best friend, and that’s especially true for retirees, who can enjoy an array of health and lifestyle benefits sharing their home with a canine companion. “Dogs just make your golden years brighter,” says Jackie Walker, 71, a former retail clothing buyer who now lives in Tampa, Florida. Walker started her retirement dogless so […]
Create a Cozy Sanctuary With These 7 Winter Home Décor Ideas
Winter officially kicks off with the winter solstice, which takes place in the Northern Hemisphere between December 20th and 23rd. This year the winter solstice is on Monday, December 21st but the exact timing depends on the year. The winter solstice is the shortest day and longest night of the year. More minutes of daylight are slowly […]
Keeping yourself and first responders safe during a snowstorm
Northeastern Pennsylvania’s Regional EMS Education Coordinator, Robert Carpenter, says there’s a lot on his mind when a snowstorm is in the forecast, especially the safety of first responders. “They’re gonna be out there working in the snowstorm. They will take care of patients, go in the crashes,” said Carpenter. “If there’s fires they’re going out […]
You Can’t Travel, but You Can Vacation at Home
In a pre-Covid-19 world, the freedom to be at home without obligations would have seemed like a vacation. But isolating for the coronavirus has changed that perspective. The American belief in productivity may make some feel guilty for taking a vacation day at home, but experts say that it’s no less important to do so […]
What Is Homeowners Insurance?
Homeowners insurance is a type of coverage that pays out if your home or personal property suffers damage due to an accident, including a fire, or certain natural disasters. It also includes personal liability coverage, which protects you in case a bodily injury or property damage lawsuit is filed against you. Homeowners insurance premiums can […]
