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Brown paper packages tied up with strings: Take steps to protect holiday packages

Online shopping is becoming prevalent, meaning a lot of packages are arriving at homeowner’s doors — especially during the holiday season.“I’ve got packages on my steps,’’ announced Celeste Fischer, of South Union Township, talking via cell phone as she arrived home from work. “We ...

Barking around the Christmas tree: Keep homes safe for pets during holidays

Bright lights, colorful packages, beautiful plants and delicious treats that make homes so delightful over the holiday season can prove a danger to pets.“Taking precautions with pets during these festive times can help ensure that you and your family have a safe and happy holiday,’’ noted ...

O Tannenbaum! How to select and care for a fresh Christmas tree

While artificial trees have become prevalent, many feel there’s nothing like a fresh Christmas tree in the home to celebrate the holidays.“We enjoy the smell of one,’’ said Maegan Kovach, of Grindstone. “It’s nice and fresh in the house, and it reminds us of Christmas.’’Maegan ...

Let Game Night be part of home holiday festivities

During the holiday season, homeowners can find many opportunities to make Game Night part of their celebrations — whether it’s a quiet night at home or a party with extended family and/or friends.“It’s friendly competition, and there’s nothing wrong with that,’’ said Adam Sedlock, ...

Make kitchen appliances sparkle in time for the holidays

The holiday season means plenty of cooking, baking and company. That makes now a good time to be sure kitchen appliances are clean and odor free.Pam Howarth, of Menallen Township, a retired family consumer science teacher for Uniontown Area School District, said when the kitchen is clean “You ...

Benefits of keeping a smoke-free home

The Great American Smokeout on Nov. 21 — an annual event that encourages people to stop smoking — can also be a time for people to consider having a smoke-free home.That means not smoking at home or allowing visitors to smoke, helping eliminate dangers of second-hand smoke.Dan Tobin, ...