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Spring Into Home Maintenance Mode in New York
Friday, April 3, 2015
Spring is a time for rejuvenation, and, as the weather gets warmer here in Syracuse, New York, and the days grow longer, there's a positive energy in the air. Many people decide it's the perfect time for reorganizing...
How to Create Your First Garden This Spring
Friday, March 6, 2015
From genetically modified crops to the environmental and health effects of pesticides, more and more New York residents are questioning whether they should grow what they eat. Wherever you stand on the issues...
Helping Seniors Have a Wonderful Winter
Friday, February 6, 2015
Slippery sidewalks. Freezing temperatures. Power outages. Winter isn't always a wonderland. If you regularly lend a hand to a senior friend or family member here in New York, it may be a good time of the year to provide...
The Right Tires for Winter Driving
Friday, January 9, 2015
It's easy to forget about your tires when it comes to vehicle safety. But with winter weather already in many parts of the country, tires are an important aspect you should keep in mind. Your tires can be the difference...
Holiday Safety Tips for Your Four-Legged Friends
Friday, December 5, 2014
As a nation, our pets are like family, so let's make sure they enjoy the holidays with us while staying safe. As a general rule of thumb, always keep pets on a regular routine, even during the holiday season. Don't let...
Essential Safety Tips for Nighttime Boating
Friday, October 3, 2014
If you own a boat (or better yet, as the joke goes, you know someone who does), you've probably thought about spending some evenings on the water - especially in the summertime. It's a great thought, of course. But,...
5 Tips for Organizing Your Home for the New School Year
Friday, September 5, 2014
Yes, it's already time to start thinking about school again. Getting a head start can pay big dividends for you and your kids as they head back to class. But, it's not just what they need for school that matters. It's...
Celebrate National Night Out With Your Neighbors
Friday, August 1, 2014
In 1984, National Night Out - "America's Night Out Against Crime" - began as a way to promote crime prevention through neighborhood camaraderie. Since then, according to the National Association of Town Watch (NATW),...
Protect Your Most Cherished Possessions
Monday, June 2, 2014
If you're like most people, there are certain items you own that you can't imagine ever losing - possessions you deeply cherish or those that would be impossible to replace due to the cost of re-purchasing them or...
Keep Water from Going Where it Shouldn't
Monday, May 12, 2014
One of the most disheartening experiences is to find flooding or extreme water damage to your treasured home. At Masterpole-Murphy, we know you want to protect what's important. That's why we're offering these tips to...