"An insurance policy may have a good price, but poor value."

- John H. Connors

  • Since 1955, The Connors Insurance Agency, located in Mechanicville, NY, has been focused on responding to the needs of our customers, and we take pride in our role as insurance advisors, and in our relationships with the finest insurance carriers available. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of service to individuals and businesses in our community, and surrounding areas, for all their insurance needs, and peace of mind that you will be protected in the event of an untimely loss.

Parenting In the Age of the Internet

Approximately 1 in 4 teenagers reported experiencing cyberbullying before graduating high school. As a parent in the age of the Internet, it can be difficult to know how to have a conversation around a sensitive topic like cyberbullying, but it is an important issue to discuss with your child. To guide you in such conversations, Dr. Bridget Green, Adjunct Faculty at George Washington University’s Graduate School of Education and Human Development, who has studied and researched traditional bullying and cyberbullying, answers questions and provides conversation starters to help you initiate a dialogue about cyberbullying with your child.

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Call Before You Dig

What is 811?

Are you a homeowner or contractor? Did you know that you are required to call the number ‘811’ before digging on any property so that you can be made aware of any underground lines (e.g. pipes, cables and associated utilities) buried in the area? Improper digging can lead to damage to underground lines that can disrupt service to an entire neighborhood, harm diggers or excavators, and even incur potential fines and repair costs.

In case you did not know, 811 is the national "Call Before You Dig" phone number designated by the Federal Communications Commission. This number was developed to eliminate the confusion of multiple "Call Before You Dig" numbers because it is easy to use, is the same for every state, and can help protect anyone who does dig from injury, expense and potential penalties.

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