Author Archives: tomdwyer

Shop Talk for January 2024

Posted on January 23, 2024 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month This month’s Comment came from one of our own Service Advisors when talking with a client about when they’d pick up their vehicle… ”We need to know when you’re coming in, because it will affect the … Continue reading →

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Popcorn Shorts for January 2024

Posted on January 23, 2024 by tomdwyer

Cool stuff that’s too small for a big article Just like it says, Popcorn Shorts is about the kind of things we think are really interesting, but don’t really need a large article to explain them. From the sublime to … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk- Was that special treatment?

Posted on December 28, 2023 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month This month, Jon F. was a little confused … “I was fourth in line on a Tuesday morning but staying a Dwyer (vs. leaving.) Service was complete within an hour. Don’t know if this was typical … Continue reading →

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The 1880’s called… they want their election back.

Posted on December 27, 2023 by tomdwyer

A jaw-dropping election is still undecided after three years It’s a sad, sad thing if anyone turns to their mechanic for news, but we have a story to share that was news to us and we’re sorry to bet it … Continue reading →

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Get ready for Winter!

Posted on December 27, 2023 by tomdwyer

Two critical areas of concern for winter driving Fall is over, but Winter is just beginning. No one wants to be left on the side of the road in winter weather! It may make a great story for future holiday … Continue reading →

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Tom’s Tidbits- What is there to hope for in 2024?

Posted on December 26, 2023 by tomdwyer

Greetings, With the Holiday Season comes a look back at last year and a look forward to next. 2023 seemed like the latest in a string of difficult years but it seems crass to dwell on the bad, so I’d … Continue reading →

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Health Notes- Matcha tea… have you heard?

Posted on December 26, 2023 by tomdwyer

Matcha tea… have you heard? We were listening to one of our radio faves, Thom Hartmann, when he began talking about Matcha Tea. It’s a green tea originating in China but mostly produced in Japan today. You’ll find matcha in … Continue reading →

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Book Spotlight- “Means of Control” by Byron Tau

Posted on December 26, 2023 by tomdwyer

“Means of Control” by Byron Tau “That evening, I was given a glimpse inside a hidden world. . . . An entirely new kind of surveillance program–one designed to track everyone.” For the past five years—ever since a chance encounter … Continue reading →

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Popcorn Shorts for November/December 2023

Posted on December 26, 2023 by tomdwyer

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Kyle’s Kitchen- Antipasto Rollups

Posted on December 20, 2023 by tomdwyer

If you start by stacking Provolone, salami, pepperoni, roasted red peppers, and splashing it all with olive oil and pepperoncini spread, it’s hard to go wrong no matter what else you do. But add a puff pastry wrapper and you’re … Continue reading →

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