ATLATNA – Greg Norman is recovering from a chain-saw accident that nearly cost him his left hand, but not his sense of humor. Norman said Sunday morning, "At least I can still play tennis." Norman was ...

When using the saw, engage the chain brake any time you're taking more than two steps with it in hand. This is to prevent the ...

As a chain saw cuts at the base of the tree, the result is a pinched or crushed saw blade (if you are lucky). Recently, I had a friend who in that very circumstance had the saw twist and jerked out of ...

When felling a tree, it is imperative that you take the necessary precautions (and avoid these no-nos) to keep you and the structures around you safe. Focus and proper techniques are the key points ...

Modern lightweight chains saws have become common on farms, as well as in urban areas. They are frequently used for cutting and trimming trees, cutting fireplace wood, and cleaning storm damage. The ...

PITTSBURGH — A tree trimmer is recovering after he was rushed to a Pittsburgh hospital with a chain saw blade embedded in his neck. James Valentine was in a tree in Ross Township on Monday afternoon ...

Some early hand-cranked saws driven by chains were invented in the 18th century for the "symphysiotomy and excision of diseased bone respectively." In some cases, these saws were used to break through ...

Evanston city officials fired another salvo this week at Commonwealth Edison Co. under the guise of a proposed tree preservation ordinance that would force businesses wanting to trim or cut down trees ...