Houses at mercy of wind-driven embers

While fire-resistant roofing materials and brush clearance around buildings may be the best defense against brush fires, a Riverside County fire official said Sunday there is no effective way for homeowners to ...

Man held after arson attack on Derry hall

A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an arson attack on an Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall in Derry.

Environmental Service Center takes old paint

Q: We have a few five gallon buckets of paint that were left in our new home. Where do we get rid of it? A: Try the Environmental Service Center located at 1570 Terry Road in Jackson.

On the Floor: Hot Stuff

Dan Hendra performs with Highly Flammable. Photo by Jane Dawber. Sammy's plays host to a circus tonight featuring an internationally acclaimed performer and a host of local talent.

Securing flammable fluids

The vapors which flammable fluids give off are very flammables. Vapors from fluids like gasoline, kerosene and alcohol all emit vapors which are heavier than air and will go to the lowest level possible.

Exporters face new US safety law

By EDU LOPEZ A US consumer product safety law act signed by President Bush last July is seen to make it even harder for Asian economies including the Philippines to sell goods to the United States at a time ...

Household Recycling Day In Rye

Residents will now be able to bring their unwanted air conditioners and empty barbecue tanks to a Household Recycling Day event Friday, Nov.

Tips to prevent arson

In light of recent arsons in the city, Greater Sudbury Police are providing the public with preventative tips for fire safety.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Announces New Importer...

The ISA-PS, a partnership that will be created between CBP, the Consumer Product Safety Commission , and importers, will strive to maintain a high level of product safety compliance, and to achieve the goals of ...

Dump Your Toxic Waste at Playland Friday and Saturday

It is perfectly legal. And environmentally friendly! Get rid of all those old nasty chemicals in the garage, the propane tank you don't use, old medications, batteries, appliances, TVs and computers.