Whether in the human body or on surfaces, bacteria protect themselves from outside attackers using biofilms. Physicist Eleonora Secchi is researching how these slime-like protective films are formed, ...

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If a faucet produces only a trickle, a pipe may be frozen. Keep the faucet open and gently apply heat using a hair dryer, heating pad or warm towels. Never use open flames. If you can’t locate or ...

Plumbers say homeowners can avoid costly water damage during freezing temperatures by taking several preventive measures.

Everyone seems to agree that, whether you're on city or well water, opening up the cabinets to get more warm air into the ...

The Red Cross recommends the following to prevent pipes from freezing: Remove, drain and store outdoor hoses. Shut off indoor valves to outdoor faucets and leave the outside spigot open to drain.

The cost of repairs might make you regret turning a blind eye on those pesky pipes, so here’s what you can do to prevent them from freezing.

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Washington – The House passed a series of spending bills Thursday that included more than $2 million to help Syracuse and Onondaga County remove lead pipes that carry water to hundreds of local homes.

PATERSON — About 300 families in Paterson’s 4th Ward are being told to boil their tap water after a six-inch pipe broke along Montgomery Street, according to the Passaic Valley Water Commission. The ...

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, Pa. – A well-known destination for veal chop Milanese, lobster ravioli and other Italian specialties has temporarily halted operations in Northampton County following extensive ...