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Few people read their auto insurance policy and are unaware of limitations and extent of coverage

Thieves targeting new technology consumers

InterFACE talent network has pattern of complaints from Connecticut consumers-receives “unsatisfactory” rating by BBB

Growing number of consumers opting to trade-in gas-guzzlers for used vehicles

Numbers show consumers inquire and file complaints about different business sectors

Kentucky-based vishing” scam appears in Connecticut

Tight job market demands verifying the reputation of employment career counseling and job placement services

Seven Connecticut consumers among complainants about Millennium Empire

Beware of callers seeking personal information

Middlefield, CT July 2008– The Keeping Room has relocated from its original location on Main St in Durham to it’s new location on 3 Lyman Road in Middlefield, CT, on the grounds of Lyman Orchards.

How to spot shady real estate investors and related scams

Connecticut Better Business Bureau advises consumers on how to protect against high-end web-based rip-offs

“Gas redemption” firm receives an “F” rating from BBB

Analysis reveals 99% of aftermarket products do not improve fuel economy

Companies Flaunting Do Not Call Registry Offer “Outrageously-Priced” Service and Seek Personal Information

Thousands of complaints filed against scam movers

Ads called Deceptive, Confusing and Misleading

Researching Before Hiring Can Save Money and Prevent Headaches

Identity Thieves and Scammers Take Advantage of job Seekers

BBB Connecticut to Hold Next Shredding Event in September

The country’s leading retailers are taking notice of a growing trend within what market research firm AC Nielsen says is a $100 million-a-year market for hand sanitizer products

Thousands of complaints filed with Internal Revenue Service

Connecticut based Northeast Lamp Recycling is now NLR: Next Level for Recycling. Besides the name change, NLR has also launched a new Web site, nlr-green.com, & a new comprehensive recycling program for compact fluorescent lamps.

Connecticut consumers complain about Texas- based affordable healthcare options (AHCO) and its “Maternity Cards”

Griddly Games is keeping hockey fans in the game between periods and off-days as the NHL playoffs get underway. Griddly Games brings the thrills and chills of ice-action into living rooms with its Griddly Headz Hockey game.

Better Business Bureau Says Jacked-Up Prices Can Leave You Out In The Cold

Better Business Bureau Gives “American Tax Relief” Failing Grade

Time to switch to a vegan diet for the animals, the planet, and your health. The Dining With Friends vegan cookbook by Friends of Animals is the place to start.

Growth Due To Expansion in Key Markets of Life Sciences and Consumer Goods

Schools across the US are reaching out for guidance about best hand sanitizer products to use; many schools banning alcohol-based product and CDC provides no alternative recommendations

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Announces details about the festival -- dates, times, location, directions, entertainment and activities

Internationally recognized painter Koopa now has paintings in all 50 states. That’s a big accomplishment for an artist – especially if that artist is a turtle.

MyCosmeticSurgeryBlog.com, an authoritative, informative and open forum for those looking for frank, straightforward answers on the risks and benefits of cosmetic plastic surgery is now available to everyone.

Partnership with Medical Hair Restoration brings cutting edge solutions to consumers

Wild Republic, the nature toy brand of K&M International, Inc. prepares to launch its Steve Irwin Wildlife Adventure Series of products just in time for Earth Day 2007.