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November 19, 2009
Black Friday Websites Help Shopping Strategy
One of the biggest challenges we all face as consumers is making sure that the deals being offered to us are what they’re cracked up to be.
Consumer group releases list of most dangerous toys
A Boston-based group is warning people about dangerous toys before the holiday shopping season gets started. World Against Toys Causing Harm, also known as WATCH, released its annual top 10 list of most dangerous toys.
Movie popcorn not as healthy as you think
A new study reveals that popcorn is not as healthy as you think
Thanksgiving holiday travelers expected to pay more in ‘09
Consumer confidence is up this year, and AAA says that means so will Thanksgiving travel.
NC Salvation Army kettles accepting credit cards
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - North Carolina shoppers without the spare cash to drop into Salvation Army kettles can charge their good will this holiday season.
November 18, 2009
Leggo my Eggo! Kellogg fights waffle shortage
ATLANTA (AP) - Dear Kellogg: Leggo my Eggo!
2010’s list of safest vehicles
Do you know which cars are the safest on the streets these days?
November 17, 2009
CONSUMER WATCH: That traditional Thanksgiving meal could cost less
Stressing over stuffing or looking to trim more than just your turkey this holiday season?
November 16, 2009
Holidays could boost retail sales this year
There is good news for retailers looking to rack up sales before the holidays.
November 13, 2009
CONSUMER WATCH: Feds protecting shoppers, consumer confidence expected to show improvement
The Federal Reserve is taking steps to protect shoppers.
November 11, 2009
Government seeing progress in homeowner’s program
Nationwide, the government says it’s seeing some progress in its program to help homeowners.
CONSUMER WATCH: Fed-Ex getting into the holiday spirit
Christmas may be more than a month away, but Fed-Ex is already getting into the holiday spirit.
November 10, 2009
Strollers recalled for fingertip amputation hazard
WASHINGTON (AP) - About a million Maclaren strollers sold by Target and Babies “R” Us are being recalled after 12 reports of children having their fingertips amputated by a hinge mechanism.
CONSUMER WATCH: How to land a seasonal job amid slumping sales
Competitive people looking for jobs will be out in full force this holiday season.
November 09, 2009
Fed says banks eye tighter terms on credit cards
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Federal Reserve says many banks expect to tighten terms on credit cards in response to a new law that aims to protect consumers from sudden rate hikes.
November 05, 2009
Higher NC sales tax means larger break for holiday
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - A higher sales tax means North Carolina consumers will get a larger break when they purchase energy-efficient appliances compared to a year ago.
November 03, 2009
Fairbank Farms massive meat recall
A New York meat company has recalled more than 500,000 lbs of ground beef
Airlines ratchet up holiday surcharges
DALLAS (AP) - No surprise here—holiday travel will cost more again this year.
November 02, 2009
CDC: Contaminated beef may be linked to 2 deaths
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) - A federal health official says two deaths and 26 other illnesses may be linked to ground beef recalled by a New York meat company because it might have been contaminated with E. coli bacteria.
October 29, 2009
Senate extends tax credit for new home buyers
Good news for first time homebuyers looking to cash in on the government’s tax credit.
Wal-Mart getting into the business of selling caskets, urns
Wal-Mart is now looking to keep its customers even after they die.
October 27, 2009
Consumer Reports releases list of most reliable cars
When it comes to buying a new car, you want a ride that’s going to be reliable.
Window blinds recalled for strangulation risk
WASHINGTON (AP) - Close to 1 million roller blinds and Roman shades sold by IKEA, Bed Bath & Beyond and Hanover Direct are being recalled for posing a serious strangulation risk to small children.
Banks introducing new credit card fees in response to government regulations
If you’re one of those people who likes to pay off your credit card every month, you could soon be paying more.
Voluntary recall issued for Dove ice cream
If you have peanut allergies, you may want to check your freezer.
October 23, 2009
Nine deaths linked to robes; recall expanded
WASHINGTON (AP) - Full-length women’s chenille robes made in Pakistan are being recalled by a Warren, Pa. company because they are highly flammable and now linked to nine deaths.
October 22, 2009
Sale of single family homes in the East on the rise
Not all housing markets in eastern NC are created equally
Price tags, not costumes spooking shoppers this Halloween
It’s not the costumes spooking shoppers this year, but the price tags on them.
October 21, 2009
CPSC eyes side-by-side recreational vehicles
WASHINGTON (AP) - The federal government is taking a closer look at off-road recreational vehicles, known as ROVs, after dozens of deaths.
October 20, 2009
Signs point to housing market recovery slowdown
Hope for the housing market continues, but its still on shaky ground.
