Dyno's Winter DIY Tips
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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, Nov 02, 2011 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --
When the temperature drops it can be difficult to find the
motivation to tackle those niggling DIY jobs. Here are some tips on
how to deal with the most important household problems, helping to
keep your home in top condition during the winter freeze.
Garden
Make sure you pack away your gardening equipment somewhere dry and
safe, keeping it well oiled to prevent any rust. Use a rake to turn
the soil on your lawn to help slow the growth of moss. If you have a
garden pond, clear out any debris and grime before freezing
temperatures hit, then regularly break the ice to keep the water
oxygenated. Winter is also a good time to repair any fences, as
climbing plants are less aggressive.
Wrap your pipes to help prevent any bursts or damage in extreme
weather; moulded pipe sleeves are a good way to keep the frost out.
It's a good idea to have a contact for an emergency plumber to hand
to quickly and safely fix any problems that do occur.
Source: MarketWatch (press release)
Archiocese shuts off heat and water at St. James in Wellesley
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By Jenna Russell, Globe Staff
Escalating its standoff with parishioners at a closed church building in Wellesley, the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston has shut off heat and water at St. James the Great, angering church members who have occupied the church since it was closed in 2004.
The archdiocese, which has taken steps to sell several closed churches including St. James, shut off the boiler because it was deemed unsafe by the churchs insurance company, according to a statement released by the archdiocese Friday. Officials decided not to repair the heating system and shut it down to prevent damage to the property, a spokesman said.
Parishioners who have maintained a vigil at the church for almost seven years voiced skepticism about the claim that the boiler was unsafe and disappointment that they were not given advance notice of the shutdown. But longtime vigil leaders said the lack of heat and water inside the building will not weaken their commitment.
Source: Boston Globe