Jan 9, 2014 | Articles & Videos, Things Happen
Winter after winter, Maine drivers are faced with the choice of a studded winter tire or a non-studded snow tread. Aren’t studded tires just snow treads with studs? It’s not that simple. Do you drive more on icy roads or snowy roads? Generally, people believe studded...Nov 20, 2013 | Articles & Videos, Things Happen
As of October 10, 2013, residents of Maine may now use digital copies of their proof of auto insurance. The law says, in part, “Evidence of liability insurance or financial responsibility may be in electronic form, including the display of an image on a portable...Nov 12, 2013 | Articles & Videos, Things Happen
by Hollie McAfee I have had Maine winter driving experience for decades. I take many of the safety tips I first learned for granted, but, I am relearning some of the basics now that I have a teenage driver. For instance, I recently drove my kids to school on a cold...Oct 15, 2013 | Articles & Videos, Things Happen
The colder weather is upon us and Mainers are cranking up the wood heat. Here’s a very helpful guideline from one of our Maine homeowners insurance companies, MMG Insurance, about wood stove safety. Install only UL approved stoves or fireplaces with clearances...Jul 2, 2013 | Articles & Videos, Things Happen
by Hollie McAfee It seems that you can’t properly celebrate the 4th of July without fireworks. I am lucky enough to live in a community that goes all-out on Independence Day, with arguably the best celebration in the State of Maine. So, our town takes fireworks...Feb 8, 2013 | Articles & Videos, Things Happen
Repeatedly, we hear about car accidents like this: Bangor Daily News reported a 19 car pileup in Southern Maine. Bodily injury was mostly avoided, with the exception of one person who was taken to the hospital. Property damage to the vehicles, on the other hand,...