Massachusetts State Fire Marshal Jon Davine speaks at a event at the Easthampton Fire Department to remind people to make sure they have working fire detectors. CAROL LOLLIS / Staff Photo EASTHAMPTON ...

The NFPA advises that when choosing a new fire alarm, make sure that it meets certain safety standards for protection. There are a few organizations that test and set such industry standards for fire ...

Few events hit as hard as a home fire, but today's home technology offers more ways to help protect yourself, far beyond the basic fire alarms and smoke detectors of years past. From space heater ...

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. Google officially stopped producing the Nest Protect connected smoke detector in March. Existing units will continue to ...

I'm all about cutting costs where I can, like on a fun DIY decor or organizing project, but when it comes to replacing or fixing things in my home that keep my family safe, I never cut corners.