There are roof shapes and ratios that maximize heat retainment and energy efficiency and, interestingly, ancient Italian architects and builders seemed to know it, too.

ROMNEY — Tickets are on sale now for a fundraiser for the State Barn. Diamond Heist, hosted by the Save the Barn Committee, will be held April 12, from 1-4 p.m. at the Romney Fire Hall.

Cascade has just started production of steel trusses in ... and hospital buildings," said Farr. "They're in anything that will benefit from having a non-combustible roofing system." ...