Jenn Air Repair, Harvey, IL, (708) 255-2664
Jenn Air Repair, Lathrop Ave, Harvey, IL, (708) 255-2664, Specializing in Jenn-Air Appliance Repair services. Servicing Jenn-Air Refrigerator, Jenn-Air Oven, Jenn-Air Stove, Jenn-Air Washer,...
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Paul and Marlene Page have owned Marts Appliance Service, at 7423 East Valley Parkway, since 1964. Since 2002, they have been the only small appliance fix-it shop left in the county. December 31 will be the last day for the long-time Escondido business.
Its the end of an era, said Paul. Were like the buggy whip makers of the 21st Century. Because were old, Marlene jokingly said.
At one time, Marts was the factory- authorized service center for most name-brand small kitchen appliances, lamps, and power tools. But as explained by Paul, more and more companies are less likely to provide a supply of after-market parts.
We can gets parts for products assembled in Mexico, but usually not in China, said Paul. Its become cheaper for companies to provide warranty service by simply providing the consumer a new product. After the warranty expires, consumers usually end up buying a newer version of the item. Most small appliance brands have a newer, updated version on the market every six months.
A large portion of their business was servicing more expensive powered construction tools drills, saws, and sanders. Servicing espresso machines and KitchenAid mixers also provided steady customers. Weve got 10 mixers right now we are servicing, said Paul.
Both of their service technicians, Antonio and Jamie, have a combined 44 years experience serving small appliances. But the small shop never got into trying to repair complicated electronic circuitry.
The real reason behind the couple wanting to retire? Four grandchildren are graduating this summer three high schoolers and one from college. The couple have never been able to travel away from their business for more than a weeks time.
The sad thing is, said Paul, people are coming in now saying they never knew we were here. Customers of Marts will be referred to Orange Countys California Electric Service, a fix-it shop in Lake Forrest.
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Towanda, Bradford County -- Photos showed the early stages of a fierce fire that ripped through an apartment building in Towanda. It was Saturday morning around 10:30 when flames shot from the historic brick building known as Bailey Block at the corner of Main Street and Seebick Alley. "It was a stubborn fire to fight," said Towanda Fire Chief Bill Roff. As smoke poured from the fire scene, he said what made things especially stubborn was the age and construction of Bailey Block. "With the brick building and the number of apartments in there it was hard to get everybody out." But that they did -- including one tenant in an apartment who didn't realize for about a half-hour that the building was on fire. "There was a woman on the south side apartment third floor in the window waving to us, so we got a ladder up to her, but she ended up coming down the stairs herself getting herself out," said Chief Roof.
Nine families totaling 16 people had to evacuate. Chief Roof says the fire started in a second floor apartment and spread through a common attic. The difference maker in containing the fire was helped by upwards of 100 firefighters who left their families to respond on a cold, December day. "We had a lot of manpower here for one thing and the ladder trucks were a tremendous help. And then the fire wall stopped it from spreading to the other building."
Another tremendous help according to North Towanda Fire & Rescue volunteer Derric Bailey
was the community itself which rallied to respond in a time of crisis. "We've got firefighters and volunteers from all over Bradford County showing up to help. People that came on mutual aid calls and also people that just showed up from the community in general to do what they can. We've had cash donations dropped off at the Dandy Mini Mart to go directly to the fire department. We've even had private citizens show up with food out of their own kitchens to help out any way they can."
Chief Roof says it appears careless smoking is to blame for the Towanda fire. The Red Cross is providing food clothing and shelter to the fire victims.
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Pope praises Our Lady of Guadalupe as great missionary of 'our America' By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Preceded by a procession of flags from the nations of the Americas and the recitation of the rosary in Spanish, Pope Francis and thousands of Catholics from across the Atlantic celebrated the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe in the Vatican.
The Argentina-born pope celebrated the Dec. 12 Mass to the sounds and rhythms of many of South America's indigenous peoples; the principal sung parts of the Mass were from the "Misa Criolla," composed 50 years ago by the late Ariel Ramirez. His son, Facundo Ramirez, conducted the choir that featured Patricia Sosa, a famous Argentine singer, as well as guitars and traditional instruments from the continent. (full story)
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-- On the last day of a three-day visit to Turkey, Pope Francis attends a Divine Liturgy in the Orthodox patriarchal cathedral where he says full communion between the Roman Catholic and Orthodox churches would not mean "submission of one to the other or assimilation."
-- Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew sign a joint declaration expressing their hopes for full communion and highlighting the violence against Christians in the Middle East.
-- Pope Francis meets with a group of young refugees from civil wars in Syria and Iraq.
-- Pope Francis, speaking to reporters on the plane returning him to Rome, urges political and religious leaders across the Muslim word to condemn violence done in the name of Islam. He also talks about the recent synod of the family and relations with the Russian Orthodox.
-- Pope Francis issues an apostolic letter outlining the aims, expectations and horizons of the church's observance of a year dedicated to consecrated life. The year began Nov. 30.
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Editor's note: Around the holidays, many nonprofits are short of the supplies and donations that allow them to service those in need. Each year, the Rapid City Journal publishes a "wish list" submitted by dozens of local charitable groups with the hope that readers who desire to help others can find the perfect nonprofit and donation to help those less fortunate. Contact information is included with each listing.
Access to Justice, Inc.
About the organization: Provides free civil legal help to the indigent.
Needs: Laptop.
Where to bring donations: 816 Sixth St., Rapid City, SD 57701
Contact: Cheryl Hanna, director, access.to.justice@sdbar.net, 791-4147
Spearfish Community Coalition
About the organization:Provides youth leadership and drug prevention.
Needs: Cash donations, resource donations and volunteers.
Where to bring donations:P.O. Box 708, Spearfish 57783. Please contact with resource donations, or if you would like to volunteer.
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This War Of Mine: Day 2 Night 2: I should be an interior decorator!
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Vivotek - FD8152V F2/F4 Ordinary indoor lighting Footage
http://www.elmat.com/marchi/vivotek.html VIVOTEK FD8152V is a compact fixed dome network camera with 1.3-Megapixel resolution and the ability to output 30 fr...
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Polaroid Cube indoor lighting test - the Office
Just got myself a Polaroid Cube. Since December is a rather quiet month in the office, I thought I #39;d get up from my seat and do a quick "performance test" in...
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Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) December 14, 2014
The Sunn Light promotes healthy living and circadian alignment by continuously changing color and brightness in rhythm with the earths rotation. For those suffering from the winter blues, the Sunn Light provides vibrant, dynamic light that makes it easier to fall asleep, wake up feeling rested, and stay alert during the day.
"Sunn Lights revolutionize lighting by directly linking our indoor lighting to the natural rhythms of the world outside." Kelton Minor, Cofounder & Designer
From sunrise until sunset, Sunn Lights continuously change color and brightness to keep building occupants in sync with the sun. Sunn Light owners will enjoy custom features on the Sunn app that enable them to fine-tune their lights to their individual needs. With Sunn Travel, users can instantly escape dark, wintery conditions and experience the lighting of any location on the globe. Similarly, users can adjust to deviations in their sleep-wake cyclesperhaps due to jet lag or working lateby changing the time of day of their Sunn Lights. And to make mornings more pleasant, users can set Sunn Alarms and start their day with a slow sunrise.
Kickstarter: http://www.sunnlight.com/kickstarter Media kit: http://bit.ly/sunnmedia Video: http://vimeo.com/sunn/onedayofsunn
About Sunn: Sunn is a startup technology company headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. Sunn has developed a smart home platform to automatically mimic whats going on outside down to the minute to help people tune in to rhythms found in nature. Sunns first product, the Sunn Light, addresses an opportunity to offer dynamic interior lighting that not only saves energy but also promotes human well-being. For more information, please visit: http://www.sunnlight.com
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POSTED: 11 December 2014. Retail property with residential above sold
Crosthwaite Commercial have sold the freehold property at 502 Fulwood Road, Sheffield for a private investor to Energytest Ltd for 140,000.
Crosthwaite Commercial have let 11 Sandygate Road in Sheffield on behalf of a private investor at a rent of 16,000 per annum. Following a planning application for change of use, the former retail premises will be opening in the New Year as an Estate Agents.
Crosthwaite Commercial have let the former Barclays Bank at 18-20 Commercial Street, Sheffield to Tech House Solutions for a term of 10 years at an average rent of 20,800 per annum.
Crosthwaite Commercial have let a surplus warehouse within the Hodkin & Jones complex on Callywhite Lane in Dronfield to H2O Bathroom Solutions for a term of 6 years at a rent of 20,500 per annum.
Crosthwaite Commercial have sold the Grade II listed former cutlery works, Advance Works in Mary Street, Sheffield to Symon Donavan Properties for residential conversion. 260,000 was achieved for the three storey long leasehold premises.
Crosthwaite Commercial have let the retail premises at 721 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield for a private landlord to Ian Sills at 6,000 per annum for a term of 3 years. The shop is to retail specialist badminton equipment.
Crosthwaite Commercial are now selling the Bolton Upon Dearne investment having let the shop as a hot food takeaway. The flat is vacant and in need of refurbishment.
Crosthwaite Commercial are marketing the freehold of a terrace of 5 split level garages with land on Bevercotes Road in Firth Park. The 0.14 acre plot has lapsed outline residential planning permission.
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