Q–The ceiling and walls of two rooms in my home are dirty due to cigarette smoke from the previous owner, as well as smoke from the fireplace in one of the rooms. I can wash the smoke residue off with ...

Reader Jim Reddington recommends periodic checking of the anode rod in tank-type water heaters to prevent tank corrosion. He suggests checking the rod every year or two and replacing it if it is badly ...

Q: I own a painting that has the smell of cigarette smoke on it. How can I eliminate this smell? A: If it’s a canvas painting, Deb Soeffker, with Minnesota Fireshield, a fire restoration company, ...

MANITOWOC – The Wisconsin Maritime Museum, 75 Maritime Drive in downtown Manitowoc, has a trio of events coming up in early August. Here’s a look: Think & Drink Series: “Wreck of RMS Titanic” — 6:30 p ...

ANAHEIM – A small fire was reported at a business in the 2100 block of East Howell Avenue, a spokeswoman for Metronet said Thursday morning. The call came in at 5:49 a.m. and five units were ...