safety tips

Do you have a youngster who wants to get their official NY State Boater's Safety Certification? Well, you have to pay attention to this important change made to the schedule to do so. The training course for kids 10-17 will now only be offered one day.

The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties just announced that they are investing $1 Million into a three-year initiative to help eliminate lead poisoning from paint and other sources in Oneida and Herkimer Counties. They can't do it alone! It's important for parents and guardians to know all about what it takes to prevent exposure to lead paint.

With winter officially here, the Firemen's Association of the State of New York wants you to stay warm this winter, but also stay safe. They have some helpful tips for you to do so.

An average of 905 people die in winter home fires each year. In addition, more than $2 billion in property loss occurs. 67% of these fires occur in one and two-family houses. These numbers are startling and real! There are several precautions you can take to prevent these tragedies from happening to you and your family.

One of the most exciting moments for a child is a trip to Build-A-Bear Workshop. They have the opportunity to create a stuffed companion that is 100% unique to them. Unfortunately, many of these creations have been recalled due to a choking hazard.

One of the best parts about Halloween is definitely the candy! What other day of the year can you go to a stranger's front door and ask for free treats? Having said that, your child is still going to a stranger's door to ask for candy. Because of that it's important to remember some of the safety precautions you need to take when it comes to Trick or Treating...

Although Summer doesn't officially begin until June 21st, the Summer temperatures are here and sticking around. With that it's important to protect yourself from the sun. When choosing your sunblock, it's important to make sure you're using the right ones!

One of the best days for grilling, picnics, and family is Memorial Day. It's not only a day for grilling of course. It's really a day to celebrate and honor all those brave men and women who have served our country. When you do get out the grill it's important to remember theses simple safety tips to avoid disaster on this awesome day!

Halloween is approaching and to make sure every trick or treater has a safe and fun night, here are some tips to keep in mind when heading out.

This time of year, you may be doing some home improvements that involve digging, such as putting in new fence posts, drains, planting trees or shrubs, or major construction projects. The word from NYSEG is be careful where you dig to prevent injury or catastrophe.