When the weather warms up, you may not want to cook. Sometimes it’s nice to leave the oven off and let someone else worry about cooking and the cleanup. Here are 10 local restaurants worth a drive that offer a variety of food to satisfy any craving. Birch Restaurant Providence, RI Birch features a 4-course… Read more »
We all know that one of the best ways to cool off in the summer is to take a dip in a pool – but with all the added risks, increased insurance costs, and required maintenance – sometimes having a pool just isn’t worth it. Here are some things that you can do beat the… Read more »
Providence is Rhode Island’s state capital for very good reasons. Its easy access to the water made it an ideal seaport and attractive to entrepreneurs. Early Providence industrialized and became one of the first major hubs for the textile, machine tool, jewelry, and silverware industries in the colonies. Merchants and craftspeople flooded the area to… Read more »
The added heat and constant sun exposure can wreak havoc on our cars. Maintaining your vehicle ensures summer fun, and it keeps your car looking and running great. Here are few tips to help you make the best of the summer months and carefree driving. Check Coolant & Hoses During the summer, your coolant works… Read more »
The warm weather has finally arrived! While it’s great to be able to get out and relax in the warm sun, don’t forget about some of the home maintenance tasks that should be taken care of, too! Here’s a quick checklist to help you get started. Check Windows & Doors The seals around windows and… Read more »
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), most lightning fatalities occur in June and July. In 2016, 38 people died in the US from lightning strikes that they probably could have avoided. June 19 – 23 is Lightning Safety Awareness Week in Rhode Island, so we’ve provided a few tips to help you… Read more »
Graduation is upon us again, and if you’re stepping out into the world for the first time you’ll need to consider your insurance coverage. Of course, you want to keep expenses low, but you also need adequate coverage. Here are a few insurance considerations for recent grads to keep you safe, protect your belongings, and… Read more »
This May, we donated the funds raised during our casual Fridays to The Learning Community. We raised $125, and the company matched it for a donation of $250. Loiselle also sponsored their annual fundraiser, Get Smart 2017 held on May 12th. Funds raised go towards their public charter school in Central Falls that serves students… Read more »
Distracted driving is a major cause of injuries and up to 25% of deaths. It endangers drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. A 2015 survey analyzed police report data on fatal crashes and found that these were some of the most common distractions. Lost in Thought Many drivers use the same route every day to and from… Read more »
Memorial Day is fast-approaching, and with it comes warmer weather and grilling. Unfortunately, according to the National Fire Protection Association, over 7,000 Americans injure themselves and cause over 8,900 house fires using their grills annually. Here are a few helpful tips to keep you safe this season. Adequate Space Many people use their grill too… Read more »