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Police In Fairfield County Offer Residents Guidance On Preventing Holiday Package Thefts Police In Fairfield County Offer Residents Guidance On Preventing Holiday Package Thefts
Police In Fairfield County Offer Residents Guidance On Preventing Holiday Package Thefts Police are offering residents guidance on preventing the theft of holiday packages. During the holiday season, there is an increase in online shopping, which means the items will be shipped to your home, said Sgt. Dan Skoumbros, of the Darien Police Department in Fairfield County.  Skoumbros said there are concerns that package thefts will increase in the coming weeks.  To make sure you hold onto all of your gifts, police are offering some tips to ensure a safe holiday season. Package Theft: Have your package delivered to your workplace. Require a signature for deliv…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Don't Fall For Them: FBI Issues Alert For Online Shopping Scams Don't Fall For Them: FBI Issues Alert For Online Shopping Scams
Don't Fall For Them: FBI Issues Alert For Online Shopping Scams The FBI is warning the public of cybercriminals targeting shoppers hoping to take advantage of online bargains and hard-to-find gift items for the holidays. During the 2020 holiday shopping season, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center received more than 17,000 complaints regarding the non-delivery of goods, resulting in losses of over $53 million, the agency said.  It is anticipated this number could increase during the 2021 holiday season due to rumors of merchandise shortages and the ongoing pandemic. That's why criminals are busy finding ways to entice their victims in multiple …

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Become a Sam's Club Member And Get Free Rotisserie Chicken & Cupcakes With This $29 Offer Become a Sam's Club Member And Get Free Rotisserie Chicken & Cupcakes With This $29 Offer
Become a Sam's Club Member And Get Free Rotisserie Chicken & Cupcakes With This $29 Offer With the holidays just around the corner, everyone's on the look-out for great deals and sales. Sam's Club has everything from groceries, to furniture, to electronics, and so much more. Whether you're looking to buy your loved ones great holiday gifts, spruce up your home decor, or cook a great meal with all the fix-ins for your immediate family, you can find it all at this store. Sam's Club is your one-stop-shop for quality products in bulk. If the thought of the cost alone turns you away from warehouse clubs, do not worry. When you sign up for only $28.88 (that's 50% off the original price)…

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by Daily Voice Shop
Business
Hiring For The Holidays: Target Adding 120K Seasonal Employees Hiring For The Holidays: Target Adding 120K Seasonal Employees
Hiring For The Holidays: Target Adding 120K Seasonal Employees With the holidays fast approaching, Target is bolstering its ranks in advance of what they expect to be the busiest shopping season yet. Target announced that it will be hiring approximately 120,000 seasonal team members to serve guests at their 1,839 stores nationwide - marking a 20 percent increase from last year’s commitment. They will also be opening up 7,500 seasonal positions at their distribution and fulfillment centers to replenish products and fill online orders. Beginning on Sunday, Sept. 16, Target will be offering the season employees a minimum hourly wage of $12 an hour for all…

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by Zak Failla