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July 06, 2009

Gasoline prices drop for 2nd week in RI

Gasoline prices in Rhode Island decrease for the second straight week.


July 01, 2009

Boston supplier recalls fresh tuna steaks

A Boston-based seafood supplier is recalling fresh tuna steaks distributed in New England because of high levels of histamine.

FDA panel: Lower maximum daily dose of Tylenol
FDA panel: Lower maximum daily dose of Tylenol

Government experts are proposing new restrictions on the most widely-used painkiller.


June 30, 2009

Dunkin’ Donuts pulls two drinks from menu
Dunkin’ Donuts pulls two drinks from menu

Dunkin’ Donuts suspends the sales of two beverages because of salmonella concerns.

FDA: E. coli found in Nestle sample
FDA: E. coli found in Nestle sample

The government says it’s working with Nestle to find the source of the contamination.


June 22, 2009

HUD warns homeowners about mortgage scams
HUD warns homeowners about mortgage scams

The federal government warns homeowners to be wary of quick-fix mortgage programs.


June 10, 2009

House passes ‘cash for clunkers’ bill
House passes ‘cash for clunkers’ bill

It’s up to the U.S. Senate after the House passes a bill hoping to boost auto sales.


May 29, 2009

Southwest will charge fee for pets in cabin
Southwest will charge fee for pets in cabin

Southwest Airlines will start charging new pet and baggage fees next month.


May 01, 2009

FDA: Stop Hydroxycut use immediately
FDA: Stop Hydroxycut use immediately

Health officials say a widely sold supplement has been linked to cases of serious liver damage.


April 09, 2009

Sprouts recalled due to possible Listeria contamination

The state health department warned consumers of sprout products that may be contaminated with Listeria.


April 08, 2009

Recalled yogurt may contain sanitizer

Stop & Shop is recalling containers of yogurt that may contain a food-grade sanitizer.


April 07, 2009

Coffeemakers recalled for fire hazard
Coffeemakers recalled for fire hazard

About 500,000 coffeemakers sold exclusively at Walgreens could ignite.


March 26, 2009

How to get a human on the line
How to get a human on the line

Tired of not knowing how to reach a live person?  Here are some tips to help you get through to an operator.


March 10, 2009

Maytag voluntarily recalls some refrigerators
Maytag voluntarily recalls some refrigerators

The company says an electrical problem could create a fire hazard.


March 06, 2009

Mass. residents warned about scam

The Massachusetts Department of Revenue is warning taxpayers and consumers of a scam the department has become aware of. 


February 24, 2009

Stop & Shop pulls potato products

Stop & Shop pulls several potato products from its shelves.


February 23, 2009

Local dairy recalls peanut items

Bliss Bros. Dairy Inc. is recalling certain ice cream products, saying they could be contaminated with salmonella.


February 09, 2009

President wants to spend green to go green

President Obama’s stimulus package would spend tax money to go green.

Take cover! Snuggie causes infomercial revolution
Take cover! Snuggie causes infomercial revolution

Get wrapped up in the Snuggie revolution.


February 04, 2009

Shoppers can save lots on coupons sites
Shoppers can save lots on coupons sites

Two super saving women say clipping coupons has been replaced by surfing the net.


January 28, 2009

Job hunting? Experts say look good doing it

Learn some tricks for getting ahead in your job search.


January 26, 2009

Warwick Mall closing earlier
Warwick Mall closing earlier

Attention shoppers, the mall will soon be closing—earlier than usual.


January 20, 2009

Report: Filene’s Basement closing 11 stores

Filene’s Basement is closing 11 stores, the Boston Globe reports.


January 13, 2009

Consumer News: Clorox prices, lobster prices

Clorox has decided not to raise prices.


January 12, 2009

Consumer News: Credit card statement, green cars

Good news for credit card customers who’ve ever been confused by their billing statements.

Salmonella prompts peanut butter recall

An Ohio company recalls two brands of peanut butter.


January 09, 2009

Shaw’s closing Attleboro store, 3 others

Shaw’s Supermarkets says it will close stores in South Attleboro and three other locations.

Consumer Minute: Auto show, cruise deals

What’s old is new again, at least in car design.


January 08, 2009

Orman’s ‘Action Plan’ available for free download

Suze Orman’s latest book is available for free download from Oprah.com.

Government may stall transition to digital television
Government may stall transition to digital television

Could the federal government delay the switch to digital television?

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