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With fall is approaching (Monday, Sept. 23), homeowners need to prepare their homes and equipment for the change in the season and for winter. Procrastination is easy, but so is fall preparedness if you take the steps now. Equipment needs maintained to assure longevity and avoid malfunction. Following is a small checklist to help maintain, clean and prepare for the change in seasons. Fuel stabilizer can be put in all your summer equipment such as lawn mowers, weed eaters and edgers. This will...
Autumn is marked by colorful foliage and plummeting temperatures. Once those leaves reach peak color, they fall from the branches and collect on lawns, necessitating cleanup projects. For homeowners with big yards, such a project can be tiring and time-consuming. However, there are ways to make leaf cleanup easier. One of the easiest ways to clean up leaves is to reach for a lawn mower rather than a rake. The mower will cut leaves down to smaller sizes, creating an effective mulch that can add n...
Many things can cause a yard to be uneven. Drainage problems, leaky pipes beneath the grass and pests can wreak havoc on a yard, resulting in uneven turf that can be both unsightly and unsafe. Addressing an uneven yard might be homeowners' ultimate goal, but the home experts at BobVila.com note that homeowners should first figure out what's causing the problem and make fixing that their first task. Fixing uneven ground above leaky pipes will only be a temporary fix if the leaks themselves are...
Grass that is greener than green coupled with perfectly manicured shrubs set the tone for impressive curb appeal. Creating such landscapes requires hard work, and while doing such work, homeowners may find they have to contend with certain issues that are adversely affecting their lawns and gardens. Wetness in a landscape is one problem many homeowners encounter. Wet areas in a lawn not only become muddy and messy, but they also can cause permanent damage to the grass. Puddles can kill the roots, while wet spots can freeze and damage the lawn....
With more people nationwide opting to create their own businesses or work for their employer remotely, the home office has become one of the most used spaces of the house, with many people spending more than eight hours a day in this room. If you're one of these people, the kitchen table just won't cut it if you're looking to get serious and organized. To create a dedicated workspace that is beautiful, smart and functional, consider the following tips: Tip 1: Design a space where you'll enjoy...
If you ever experience eyestrain, tired itchy eyes, blurry vision or headaches, it may be time to give your home a lighting makeover. Problems caused by bad lighting can be intensified by using it for longer, something most households should keep in mind, as 74 percent of Americans in a recent survey, commissioned by lighting manufacturer, Signify, say they spend eight hours or more a day under artificial light. The World Health Organization predicts that 50 percent of people will be short sighted by 2050. Unfortunately, there’s a disconnect b...
Photo spreads in home design magazines can be awe-inspiring. Quite often homeowners wish they could lift the looks right off the pages of magazines and transform their own homes into picture-perfect retreats. It takes an eye for design to pull a room together – even with inspiration – and make it both functional and attractive. While hiring an interior designer is one way to go, homeowners can use some of the tricks and techniques the designers employ to do a remarkably good job of imp...
Wood floors are a worthwhile investment that can improve the beauty and function of just about any room in a home. Even though wood floors are durable, and new protective treatments help seal out many of the things that may have damaged floors in the past, homeowners still need to prioritize protecting their hardwood floors. Certain seasons of the year can be more harsh on wood floors than others. For example, seasons characterized by moisture and precipitation, particularly the early spring,...
No homeowner wants to look at the exterior of his or her home and see roof damage. Such damage may lead homeowners to think they need a new roof, a potentially costly expense that can quickly throw household budgets into a state of disarray. According to the HomeAdvisor, the average homeowner spends a little more than $7,600 installing a new roof. Various factors, including the size of a home and the type of roof homeowners prefer, will affect the cost of a roof replacement. In addition,...
Randy K. Stoltz (left) of Martinsburg signed copies of his new book, "Civil War and the Hearts of Morrisons Cove," Tuesday afternoon at the Martinsburg Community Library. Above, Stoltz signs a copy for Joe Dilling and Judy Dilling (right) as his wife, Shirley, looks on. The book, which lists the soldiers names and if known the rank, company, regiment, birth date, death date and cemetery, will also be made available to the public during two additional book signings with the author: 3:30 to 7...
As the high school football season reaches the midway point this weekend, District 6 Class 1A has a number of teams fighting for a spot in the postseason. Among those teams are Claysburg-Kimmel (3-1) and Glendale (3-1), who are tied for fourth place in the district ranks with 80 points. They will square off at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, in an Inter-County Conference showdown at the Dr. Roy F. Baker Athletic Field, home of the Vikings. C-K enters the matchup riding a three-game winning streak....
The average price of gasoline across Western Pennsylvania is a penny higher this week at $2.758 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Most Mid-Atlantic and Northeast states have gas prices that are cheaper or stable compared to last week. Only four states saw upward movement at the pump this week: Delaware (+9 cents), Maryland (+3 cents), Tennessee (+2 cents) and Pennsylvania (+1 cent). Gasoline stocks decreased by 1.4 million barrels this week, dropping levels to 63.6 million. According to Energy Information A...
With health concerns about the practice of “vaping” in the news, the Williamsburg Borough Council decided during its meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3, to join the ranks of other Blair County townships to prohibit vaping and the possession of vaping materials by minors. Chief of Police Rowdy Kagarise said that neighboring townships have begun to recognize vaping as a problem and have passed ordinances to prohibit possession of vaping materials by minors. Councilmember Ed Patterson made a motion to add vaping to Ordinance No. 365, which covers tob...
Stiffler McGraw engineer John Clabaugh said in an email to Williamsburg Municipal Authority that the closing date for the funding package for its PENNVest loan will be on Thursday, Sept. 26. Clabaugh asked the authority during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3, for a notice to proceed on contracts for funding projects. Authority Member Daryl Cole made a motion to proceed with Member Chet Bingham seconding and the motion passed. Clabaugh also stated that the electrical contract needed to be changed because the state Dept. of Environmental...
The Blair County 4-H Lamb Chops held their annual cooking contest Sept. 8 at the Williamsburg Farm Show. Since the Lamb Chops also have goat members, the members were given a pound of lamb burger or goat burger. After the judge sample was taken, all the members ate the different samples. The dishes consisted of walking taco, stuffed pepper soup, sloppy joes, spaghetti with garlic toast and cheesy hash brown casserole. Tori Longenecker placed first with stuffed pepper soup; Katie Ross took...
State Rep. Jim Gregory (R-80th) toured the Williamsburg High School and district on Sept. 13 to discuss Williamsburg's initiative to combat absenteeism in the district. Rep. Gregory said of the visit, "Williamsburg administrators get the big picture when it comes to workforce in Pennsylvania. By focusing on absenteeism and truancy, we are bringing future employees back into the pool of prospects. Principal Jones and Superintendent Murgas are leaving nothing to chance to encourage these students...
In the article about the Owl’s Nest Daycare and Preschool 2 in the Sept. 12, 2019, edition of the online Herald, Jack Bolger’s relationship to Sarah Hall was stated incorrectly. Bolger is Hall’s grandfather. This error was the fault of the writer and apologies are issued....
It’s football season – the weather is getting brisker and weekend evenings are filled with the hustle and bustle of the gridiron. Whether you are tailgating at your favorite college team or camping out in front of the TV on Sunday afternoons, food is always important. Here is a recipe that IS sure to light up your football party. Big Game Salsa Dip Ingredients: 1 – 2 lb. loaf of Velveeta, cubed 1 cup milk 1 – 12 oz. package sausage 1 onion, chopped 1- 24 oz. jar salsa 1/2 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 bunch of green onions, chopped...
The Williamsburg Senior Center will be taking part in the Blair Senior Services 45th Anniversary by having an open house at the Williamsburg Center from noon to 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23. There will be light refreshments and information on programs and services. The Senior Center is located at 423 West Second Street....
