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Maximising fuel efficiency: Car maintenance tips that save you money
With petrol prices at an all time high, there’s no better time to maximise your car’s fuel efficiency to help reduce costs. Picture Shutterstock This is branded content. There are two certainties that come with owning a car. The first is that it allows you ultimate mobility. You can travel around freely, on your own…
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Police give winter driving advice
News Photo by Temi Fadayomi Alpena police Officers Casey Stutzman, left, and Michael Robin stand next to their vehicle at the city’s public safety building, 501 W. Chisholm St., on Monday. <!– SHOW ARTICLE –> ALPENA — With the winter season in full swing, the Alpena Police Department and the Alpena County Sheriff’s Office have…
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Here are a few easy-to-follow winter driving safety tips
Driving safely this winter is imperative because if you are involved in an accident, autobody shop managers say you may have to wait up to 90 days to start a repair. BANGOR, Maine — Snow is falling all across the state today, and Mainers are beginning to make adjustments to their daily travel routines. Highway…
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Health unit seeks public’s help after man is bitten by dog
A random dog bite has the Grey Bruce Public Health unit seeking the public’s help. A black dog bit a man working on his car on Sunday around 6 p.m. in Priceville, 46 kilometres south of Owen Sound. The man, who was working on Artemesia Street, was bitten by a medium-sized, long-haired black dog that…
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After car crashes through building, Olathe nonprofit back on its feet with volunteer support
OLATHE, Kan. (KCTV) – PawsAbilities in Olathe is rebuilding after a car crashed into the front of the building over the weekend leaving behind $50,000 worth of damages. The damage is extensive as the car drove all the way into the building, leaving behind skid marks inside. The call came Saturday that a vehicle crashed…
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6 days national parks are free to visit in 2024
To help with your 2024 travel planning, the National Park Service has announced its annual list of free entrance days. The six days are split between seasons and offered as a way of giving Americans cost-friendly vacation options. Normally, entering one the 63 national parks in the U.S. costs between $10 to $35. “If an…
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Icy roads can mean a roadside disaster. 10 items to keep in your winter car emergency kit.
Winter’s icy grip can quickly turn any carefree drive into a chilling roadside ordeal. Fear not, brave travelers! There’s no reason to let motoring emergencies catch you off guard in snowy weather – we’re sharing all the essentials you need to keep your winter road trips, big or small, smooth and safe. From tire cables…
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How much is pet insurance? Here’s what you need to know about the cost to cover your cat or dog
Any pet owner can attest to the amount of joy a pet brings to their life. But they also know just how expensive a pet can be, too. From routine preventative medications and vet visits to food and flea and tick prevention, having a pet costs the typical dog owner between $610 and $3,555,…
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151 low-maintenance homes announced for Riverlights area
Pulte Homes to build The Haven for adults 55 and up, adding to Riverlights 1,400-acre master planned development along River Road. (Courtesy photo) NEW HANOVER COUNTY — The expansion of Riverlights in the southern portion of the county continues with a new low-maintenance neighborhood bringing more homes for active 55-and-older adults. READ MORE: $2.1M roundabout…
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Winter preparation never ends, nor does lately PennDOT ‘help wanted’ messaging
When PennDOT’s Rick Stone describes the preparations for winter being carried out by the Berks County maintenance crew, it sounds similar to how a military leader would describe the never-ending job of readying a unit for mobilization. Equipment is inspected and calibrated. Stockpiles are restocked. New personnel are brought up to speed as quickly as…
