Seniors

Every winter, Blue Islanders spend big money repairing damage caused by frozen pipes that have burst. The Blue Island Water Department would like to remind you that there are some simple steps that you can take to prevent pipes from freezing: 1. Maintain proper heat in their homes; particularly in basement, crawl spaces or closets that house a water service. …

With people spending more time at home because of the COVID-19 pandemic, imposters are taking advantage of residents who may be alone to rob them of their possessions and financial information. These imposters can show up at small businesses as well as homes. In this latest scam, an individual may pose as an employee from ComEd, another utility or a …