The Pesky Natural Mineral Shaking The Foundations Of Massachusetts Real Estate A mineral known as pyrrhotite, which occurs naturally in New England, is wreaking havoc on homeowners across Massachusetts. Pyrrhotite causes concrete, the foundation material for many homes in Central Massachusetts, to deteriorate and then crumble. When pyrrhotite deterioration is discovered, the homeowner has two […]
HAMPTON — Unitil kicks off on Monday kicked off “Squirrel Week 2024,” its annual social media campaign aimed at raising awareness of the hazards that nature’s critters can create for electrical infrastructure and the risks to their safety as well. This is the third year that Unitil, a provider of electricity and natural gas to customers […]
Tuesday is the start of spring, and I’m feeling it. You’re probably reading this column on your phone or the newsobserver.com app in a quiet place near the large ceramic pots. It’s the best place to avoid getting trampled in the Lowe’s garden section on weekends. North Carolina’s State Farmers Market, outdoor nurseries and the […]
Everyone needs sleep. It’s one of the few things we all have in common. And yet, Americans are notoriously sleep-deprived. Crazy, right? Especially when you consider the benefits of a good night’s shut-eye, such as reduced stress, improved mood and a stronger immune system. And in case you haven’t checked the calendar, we spring forward […]