Donna Boyle Schwartz

Living in a neighborhood is generally a delight that's marked by lasting friendships and a shared sense of community and civic responsibility, but there are times when proximity to others...

You may think you keep a clean kitchen, but all of those nooks, crannies, and corners are perfect hiding places for bacteria and other nasty bugs. Even some seemingly innocuous items—dish...

Your home is a refuge from the dangers and anxieties of the outside world—or is it? Statistics indicate that Americans are more likely to be injured at home than just about anywhere else....

From HVAC repair to electrical upgrades, some home improvement projects require the help of a professional. But even though contractors are well versed in repairs and remodeling, they can...

My late mother did something in the mid-‘80s that horrified me and my four siblings: She set all of her china, crystal, doodads, and knick-knacks on display and had each of us walk around...

Homeowners who are considering replacement windows have more choices in materials, finishes, and styles today than ever before to get a look that they love.  While in the past most homes ...

So, you think your house is clean? Well… you might have to think again! If you’re like most people, there are areas that you never even think about cleaning, unlikely places where dirt, d...

The computer revolution is already a few generations old, and in all that time we've seen many technologies fall by the wayside as innovative, more efficient devices and file storage solu...

One of the most common living organisms in the world may have taken up residence in your home, and you may not even know it. Mold—the common name for thousands of different types of fungi...

Brrrr—baby, it’s cold outside! And it can get pretty cold inside, too, especially inside your car. When winter weather strikes, it can be tempting to rush right back into the warm house a...