As Wim Wenders prepared to unveil a 4K restoration of his classic 1987 fantasy film Wings of desire In November 2018 in New York City, Scott Derrickson had to be there. The German author is not only “a mentor in filmmaking and one of my closest friends,” but also the godfather of Derrickson’s two sons,… Continue reading Scott Derrickson remembers the Woolsey fire that destroyed his home
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The expert shares 8 tips for reducing clutter in your Dallas home
Welcome to 2025! Each new year brings with it new hopes and goals, but one thing is certainly a constant: becoming more organized. With the holiday season in the rearview mirror and the kids heading back to school, now is the time to get started. For some, overcoming organizational challenges is easier said than done.… Continue reading The expert shares 8 tips for reducing clutter in your Dallas home
New federal regulations mean a new HVAC system will likely cost you a lot more
Things never seem to get cheaper, and if you're looking to replace an HVAC system in the coming year, your wallet is going to take a hit. New regulations designed to help curb global warming are the reason for the price increase in 2025. “We're looking at about 30%, 40%, 50% more than we were… Continue reading New federal regulations mean a new HVAC system will likely cost you a lot more
The sustainable lifestyle: replacing old habits with environmentally friendly solutions
The environmental changes we are seeing in real time tell us that, if we haven't already, we should definitely start rethinking the way we live. When making the transition to an eco-friendly lifestyle, some decisions may seem daunting at first, but it's all about small, conscious changes that add up to have a bigger impact.… Continue reading The sustainable lifestyle: replacing old habits with environmentally friendly solutions
A Long Island home built by a Revolutionary War soldier costs $1.24 million
A piece of American history is up for grabs in Greenlawn, Long Island. Laura and Robert Dunne are parting ways with their beloved 18th-century home—a frame house built in the 1770s by a soldier who fought under George Washington during the American Revolution. Laura and Robert Dunne have spent nearly 36 years restoring and furnishing… Continue reading A Long Island home built by a Revolutionary War soldier costs $1.24 million
itel and OneClick Code join forces to drive new innovations for roof damage
Jacksonville, Florida-based data and technology company itel, which focuses on streamlining the property claims process, announced last week that it has partnered with OneClick Code, a data provider that streamlines the building code procurement process to enable quick and fair damage decisions. OneClick Code's building code and jurisdiction data will now be integrated into itel's… Continue reading itel and OneClick Code join forces to drive new innovations for roof damage
CISA reports vulnerabilities in ICS devices from Schneider Electric, Delta Electronics and Rockwell Automation
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published four advisories on industrial control systems (ICS) on Friday. These advisories provide important updates on current security challenges, vulnerabilities, and potential exploits impacting Schneider Electric, Delta Electronics, and Rockwell Automation hardware. CISA has disclosed the presence of “false authentication” in Schneider Electric's PowerChute Serial Shutdown equipment… Continue reading CISA reports vulnerabilities in ICS devices from Schneider Electric, Delta Electronics and Rockwell Automation
The US government is giving away billions for major home renovations – here's how you can make money before this program is shut down
In July 2022, Congress made headlines with the largest climate package ever passed in U.S. history. This Inflation Reduction Act offers homeowners thousands of rebates and tax credits to make their homes more environmentally friendly. In 2023 alone, 3.4 million Americans took advantage of $8.4 billion in tax credits and made energy efficiency improvements in… Continue reading The US government is giving away billions for major home renovations – here's how you can make money before this program is shut down
Things are heating up in Monmouth County parks this winter
MONMOUTH COUNTY – It may be cold outside, but the Monmouth County Park System is heating up with its great winter offerings, including a shark talk, a nightly bonfire, a whimsical children's theater class and more. Interested? Here are the details: • Pine Barren Bonfire from 6 to 8 p.m.,… Continue reading Things are heating up in Monmouth County parks this winter
Small Business of the Month: Distinctive Cuisine
The Columbus Blue Jackets are pleased to partner with First Merchants Bank to recognize small businesses in our community. Each month throughout the season, one business will be recognized by First Merchants Bank as Small Business of the Month. December's Small Business of the Month is Distinctive Kitchen. Jon Rupert has grown Distinctive Kitchen from… Continue reading Small Business of the Month: Distinctive Cuisine