Discontinue newspaper and other deliveries by phone or in person ahead of time. Do not leave notes. Arrange for lawn care and have someone remove advertising circulars and other debris regularly. Notify the New Zealand Post to forward your mail or have a trustworthy person pick it up daily. Apartment tenants should also heed this […]

Be sure to lock before you leave, and if possible, let a trusted neighbor have a key. When leaving your home, practice the following advice—it could pay big, big dividends. A residence that presents a “lived-in” appearance is a deterrent to burglars. Never leave notes that can inform a burglar that your house is unoccupied.

While we don’t like to talk about it—or even think about it—crime is on the increase throughout the world. The number of burglars, car thieves, home invasions, purse snatchers, etc., is growing at an alarming rate. Now you, as a resident, working with neighbors, can help reduce the crime rate. How? By organizing and/or joining