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Good news! Our office will reopen on June 1, 2021. We will be partially staffed through the month of June and fully staffed beginning on July 1, 2021. Social distancing requirements will remain in place. For your convenience, you have the option of meeting with your account executive inside the office or outside at theContinue reading “Office Reopening”

The Shea family is sad to announce the passing of Attorney Francis Shea, prior owner of Laporte, Shea & Borys Insurance. Attorney Shea was a Navy veteran and respected businessman in the city of Chicopee as well as a faithful member of St. Patrick’s Parish in Chicopee Falls. Attorney Shea will be remembered as aContinue reading “Remembering Attorney Francis Shea”

Trees can cause damage to both people and property. When a storm blows through, high winds and heavy rains that saturate the soil may increase the likelihood of a tree falling either during the storm or after. Likewise, in the winter months, heavy snow and ice can have a similar effect. As a homeowner, youContinue reading “Stop Falling Trees Before They Happen”

What is one of the biggest mistakes buyers make when trying to save on auto insurance? Selecting an insurance company by price alone. Sometimes customers receive a lower quote from a “big-box” company. What these companies often don’t tell you is that they cut your coverage in order to lower the quote. And that canContinue reading “Don’t Make These Common Mistakes”

Our office will be open beginning on Monday, June 1st by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please call the office at 413-598-8304 if you need to make an appointment. We will have a limited number of staff in the office. Our hours are Monday – Thursday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm. In keeping with the requirements ofContinue reading “Office Update: Appointment Availability Beginning June 1st”

MA Driving Law Update Hands-free cell phone use only

Check with your agent to see if you qualify! ACCOUNT CREDIT – Save 15-25% when you insure both your auto & home with our agency PAID IN FULL – Up to 5% when your annual premium is paid in full GO GREEN – Up to 3% when you make electronic payments and receive your policyContinue reading “ARE YOU GETTING ALL THE DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE TO YOU?”

As the holiday’s approach, keep your family and home safe by following these tips. Decorations  Keep your Christmas tree watered and away from heat sources. Be sure you are using indoor lights indoors and outdoor lights outdoors. Never connect more than 3 strands of lights together. Use the proper ladder when hanging decorations. Keep candlesContinue reading “Holiday Safety Tips”

Trick or Treaters Always cross at crosswalks and use sidewalks Carry a flashlight Make sure your costume doesn’t block vision or cause you to trip Trick or treat in a group or with an adult Wait until parents check the candy to eat any treats Halloween Drivers Drive slowly in residential areas Exit driveways andContinue reading “Halloween Safety”