Winter Storm Hits the Northeast!!
Stay safe on your winter getaways! And be careful en route to Logan, JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Airports!
Always remember to have travelers insurance!
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Fun Winter Activities!
Even though its cold out, winter is a great time for activities inside and outside!
1. Ice skating. Find the open skate times at your nearest rink and go with your family and friends! If you live near Amherst, MA try the practice rink at the Mullins Center on the University of Massachusetts Amherst Campus.
2. Skiing and snowboarding. Whether its for a day trip, or the whole weekend, skiing and snowboarding are fun for everyone! Nearby mountains include Jiminey Peak, Mt. Snow and Killington
3. Snowmobiling. There are a lot of great trails in New England where the whole family can have fun!
4. Sleigh rides. Enjoy the winter weather and all the snow! Click here to find sleigh rides.
5. Sledding and tubing. After that fresh fall of snow its always awesome to go sledding with the family! Check out these great sledding spots across Massachusetts
Just remember to be safe while attempting any of these activities! Brought to you by the Interns at Dale Frank Insurance!
New Retirement Community in Pioneer Valley!!!
The Pioneer Valley is a great place to live! It offers a distinct New England atmosphere with plenty culture-filled activities. Jacob’s Edge, a new community of condominium homes, is located in South Hadley, right in the heart of the Pioneer Valley. It is near the historic towns of Amherst and Northampton, expansive national parks and the Connecticut River. This area hosts the Five-College system that boasts an array of activities with exhibits, performances, and educational lectures.
Enjoy the fruits of the Pioneer Valley right in your backyard! Jacob’s Edge provides you with the ease of living in a peaceful and secluded environment. Each home offers great amenities, maintenance, and an energy efficient design. Get the most out of your home and the community you live in. Finding homes to settle into shouldn’t be a chore; with a fantastic starting price, the developer’s, Alan Tabin and Edward Cauley, have made it extremely affordable to fit even a cautious budget.
To find out more information check out the Jacob’s Edge website, and to see the development process read the Jacob’s Edge blog.
Brought to you by your local South Hadley Insurance Provider, Dale Frank Insurance!
Happy Halloween!!!
Hope all of you have creative costumes!! The interns here at your friendly Hadley Insurance Provider wish you a safe and fun Halloween. Here are some things you can do in the area and tips on how to stay safe:
Tips for safe trick-or-treating!!
- Bring a flash-light
- Wear something reflective
- Bring a sweater or wear a warm costume
- Walk, don’t run; the candy won’t run out
- Do not run into street, use cross walks
- Have a buddy system
- Only visit well lit houses
- Carry a spare bag for candy
- Be respectful of other peoples property
- Carry a cell phone if not accompanied by an adult
Where to go near Amherst, MA:
There is great trick-or-treating in Montague, MA
Springfield for Fright Fest at Six Flags: enjoy haunted rides, a trek through the haunted forest, ghoulishly scary costumes
Holyoke Heritage State Park Halloween Spooktactular: great fun for the whole family
Holyoke and Hampshire Malls: trick-or-treat around the malls for Halloween Malloween
Confused About Car Insurance?
With TiVo and DVR these days you may not watch too many commercials, but if we asked you to tell us about an auto insurance commercial, it would be likely for you to respond with a chuckle and recite the lines from one of the many funny commercials that insurance companies produce. Granted there have been plenty of funny and memorable insurance commercials, often with a company mascot, but how many of them a really informative and answer your auto insurance questions? These are two favorites of ours here at your trusted Amherst Insurance Company.
The company mascots give a personalization to a huge corporate façade. However, when you call in you are unlikely to get the same agent twice. The benefit of using an independent insurance provider is the relationship that you can develop with your personal agent. Here at Dale Frank Insurance we offer just that to Massachusetts, Vermont and New Hampshire residents. As an independent agent we know our clients personally and we know what questions to ask.
Many companies allow you to name your own price, but is that really wise? It is a great misconception that could cost you in the long run. Naming your own price to save money will not provide the best coverage. Vehicle insurance is not something you do not want to skimp on because it could be hugely expensive in the long run. It only takes one accident to ruin your financial stability and the well being of those involved. Saving money is not worth minimal protection, so act now and call us at 1.888.399.7635 or come visit us in Sunderland, MA!! We hope to hear from you soon and to create a policy fit for you.
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Texting Ban in Massachusetts (MA) Great for College Towns
Driving around the UMass campus here in Amherst is difficult. It is hard to get around Amherst center and Northampton due to the large amount of pedestrians and cyclists. This New England weather has only made it worse. These factors make driving stressful enough without having to worry about other drivers not paying attention to the road. Hopefully drivers in Massachusetts will be safer on the road now that the Statewide Texting Ban was enacted yesterday.
For more information about the Texting Ban, read this article featured in the Boston Globe and watch the video.
Another way to protect yourself while driving is having a trusted auto insurance provider. Look into Massachusetts Auto Insurance Policy for auto and other vehicle insurance. The agents at Western Massachusetts’ trusted Insurance Group can help!
Check out the ‘Auto’ tab for safe driving tips and stay out of situations like this to keep yourself even safer..
