Every three hours in the U.S., a person or vehicle is hit by a train – a devastating reminder that rail safety education remains a critical issue. Operation Lifesaver Inc. (OLI) and Operation Lifesaver Canada are leading a joint rail safety awareness campaign Sept. 15 – 21 highlighting the importanc...

Oak trees are some of the most beautiful and beneficial trees you can have in the landscape. When given enough space to grow, these trees can become massive specimens that provide many functions. Oaks provide food and shelter for hundreds of caterpillar species. Supported by the oak tree, these cate...

It won’t be long before gardening season draws to a close, but if you’re thinking about expanding your garden next year, autumn is a great time to do the prep work. Select the location now, while trees are still fully leafed out so you can more accurately judge how much sun the area receives. Be sur...

Though we’re likely a few weeks from the imperative need to turn on the heat, we all know that time is coming. The afternoons may still be peaking on the heat index, but those cool mornings are quite the tease. Heating your home is always an in-depth conversation – primarily for homeowners, though i...