Hmm. In addition to the options others mentioned, I wonder whether a custom minimal client would work. By which I mean, not a full-featured one, more like something sitting in the background waiting for something to be posted to dw_maintenance, that would then provide you with the cues/reminders you need so you know you should read updates - whether the actual reading happens in your email app or your web browser is up to you. (Details depend on the OS your computer runs, how often your computer is running vs. shut down/suspended/hibernating, and whether you have a permanent Internet connection.)