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50+ Burn Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Cleaning Steamers 50+ Burn Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Cleaning Steamers
50+ Burn Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Cleaning Steamers More than 700,000 power steamers are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burn injuries linked to overheating parts and hot water discharge, officials said. Wagner Spray Tech is recalling its 900 Series power steamers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, March 19. About 700,000 steamers were sold in the US, and around 8,000 were purchased in Canada. The recall includes three models: 905e Auto Steamer, 915e On-Demand Power Steamer, and 925e Steam Machine Elite Steamer. The recall was issued after reports that the attached hose can get excessively hot and t…
150+ Fire Reports Spark Major Recall Of 2.9M Attic Fan Motors 150+ Fire Reports Spark Major Recall Of 2.9M Attic Fan Motors
150+ Fire Reports Spark Major Recall Of 2.9M Attic Fan Motors Nearly three million attic fan motors sold nationwide are being recalled after more than 150 reports of fires. Air Vent Inc. issued the recall for about 2.9 million electric motors used in gable- and roof-mounted attic fans, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Aug. 28. The recall covers five different model numbers listed on the CPSC's website. According to the recall notice, the motors' safety cutoff can fail, creating a risk of short circuit and fire. Air Vent has received 159 incident reports involving burning or fire, though no injuries have been repo…
Head Injuries Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Kitchen Stools Head Injuries Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Kitchen Stools
Head Injuries Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Kitchen Stools A popular kitchen stool is being recalled after dozens of safety bars broke, causing two people to suffer head injuries. Dorel Home Furnishings is recalling about 302,000 Cosco 2-Step Kitchen Stepper stools sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 31. Around 11,000 stools were also sold in Canada. The safety bars can break or detach while in use, increasing fall risks. The CPSC received 34 reports of the safety bar failing, including two incidents involving head injuries. The stools were sold from February 2021 through July 2025…
Target Reportedly Ends Popular Price-Matching Perk Amid Slumping Sales Target Reportedly Ends Popular Price-Matching Perk Amid Slumping Sales
Target Reportedly Ends Popular Price-Matching Perk Amid Slumping Sales Target is ending its perk that matches competitors' prices as the retail giant struggles throughout 2025, according to reports. The price-matching program for deals on Amazon, Walmart, and other online retailers will end on Monday, July 28, Retail Dive reported. Target will only match its own prices up to 14 days after a purchase, either through cheaper prices online or if an item is discounted. A spokesperson said the decision comes after the chain found that shoppers "overwhelmingly price match Target and not other retailers." "We're always working to deliver consumers outstanding value …
9 Toddlers Drown, Sparking Recall Of 5 Million Backyard Pools 9 Toddlers Drown, Sparking Recall Of 5 Million Backyard Pools
9 Toddlers Drown, Sparking Recall Of 5 Million Backyard Pools Millions of backyard pools sold nationwide are being recalled after nine toddlers drowned in them, officials said. The recall affects 48-inch and taller above-ground pools made by Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Monday, July 21. About five million of the pools have been sold in the US since 2002, including some currently available online and in stores. The danger comes from an external compression strap that runs outside the pool and over the vertical support poles. Kids can put their feet on the strap to climb into the pool, …
Mold Risks Prompt Massive Recall Of 1.7M+ Air Conditioners From NJ Importer Mold Risks Prompt Massive Recall Of 1.7M+ Air Conditioners From NJ Importer
Mold Risks Prompt Massive Recall Of 1.7M+ Air Conditioners From NJ Importer Nearly 1.75 million window air conditioners imported by a New Jersey company have been recalled after reports of mold exposure and respiratory problems. Midea America Corp. issued the recall for about 1.7 million air conditioners sold in the US and around 45,900 in Canada, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, June 5. Midea is headquartered in Parsippany, about 30 miles west of New York City. According to the CPSC, Midea discovered water could pool inside its U and U+ models, creating a risk for mold growth. Mold exposure can trigger respiratory infections,…
The Sizzle Starts Now: Memorial Day Weekend Heats Up Grilling Season The Sizzle Starts Now: Memorial Day Weekend Heats Up Grilling Season
The Sizzle Starts Now: Memorial Day Weekend Heats Up Grilling Season Across the United States, Memorial Day Weekend means one thing: It's time to fire up the grill. For many Americans, the grill is more than just a cooking tool. It’s the centerpiece of the season. According to the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, more than 70% of U.S. adults own a grill or smoker, and Memorial Day is one of the top grilling holidays of the year. It’s also big business. It has been estimated that Americans spend more than $6.1 billion annually on grills and accessories, with retailers like Home Depot, Lowe’s, Walmart, and Amazon offering everything fro…
Lowe's Will Close All Locations For 24 Hours: Here's Why Lowe's Will Close All Locations For 24 Hours: Here's Why
Lowe's Will Close All Locations For 24 Hours: Here's Why Lowe's will once again close all stores on Easter Sunday. A spokesperson for the home improvement chain confirmed the closings to Daily Voice on Monday, April 7. The Easter holiday falls on Sunday, April 20. The closure applies to all Lowe's stores nationwide. "This day off will give our associates the opportunity to spend some extra time with their loved ones," the spokesperson said. "It's a way to show appreciation to Lowe’s associates for their dedication to serving our customers." This marks the sixth straight year the home improvement chain has given a day off to employees on Ea…
Fire Hazard Ignites Recall Of 21K+ Portable Propane Heaters Sold At Lowe's Fire Hazard Ignites Recall Of 21K+ Portable Propane Heaters Sold At Lowe's
Fire Hazard Ignites Recall Of 21K+ Portable Propane Heaters Sold At Lowe's A portable propane heater sold at Lowe's stores nationwide has been recalled after users reported it overheated due to confusing startup instructions, causing a potential fire or burn hazard. Enerco Group Inc. issued the recall for the Dewalt 70,000 BTU outdoor portable cordless forced-air propane heater, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, April 3. About 21,250 heaters were sold in the US, with an additional 500 sold in Canada. The heater's directions may cause consumers to press the start button too quickly, which can stop the fan from turning on and le…
Pets Killed, Homes Damaged: 500K Stoves Recalled Over This Fire Risk Pets Killed, Homes Damaged: 500K Stoves Recalled Over This Fire Risk
Pets Killed, Homes Damaged: 500K Stoves Recalled Over This Fire Risk Half a million electric ranges are being recalled after reports of the stoves accidentally turning on, causing fires and killing pets, officials said. LG is recalling about 500,000 stoves due to a fire hazard linked to front-mounted knobs, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a news release on Thursday, Feb. 6. The recall includes LG Slide-In and Freestanding electric ranges with knobs that can be accidentally turned on by humans or pets. The issue has led to at least 86 reports of unintentional activation, resulting in 28 fires, the CPSC said. At least five fires caused exte…
Route 17 Reopens After Early-Morning Car Fire Route 17 Reopens After Early-Morning Car Fire
Route 17 Reopens After Early-Morning Car Fire A portion of Route 17 was closed early Tuesday, Aug. 6 after a vehicle erupted in flames. The East Rutherford Fire Department extinguished the fire that destroyed a Mazda sedan in the northbound lanes outside of the Lowe's complex around 8 a.m. There did not appear to be any injuries.
Dumont Hardware Owner Closing Up Shop Reflects On 78 Years Of Business Dumont Hardware Owner Closing Up Shop Reflects On 78 Years Of Business
Dumont Hardware Owner Closing Up Shop Reflects On 78 Years Of Business Bill Salisbury was just a kid when he began working at Dumont Hardware. His father, Harry, opened the store in 1946, and when he turned 12 , Salisbury would come in on weekends to help clean the place. As he wiped down the windows and swept the floors, Salisbury would listen in on the conversations between the electricians, plumbers, and painters who came for supplies. Over the years, Salisbury gleaned enough insight to fix just about anything, and by 19, he was working at the 33 Dumont Ave. store full-time, in lieu of earning a degree at the Parsons School of Design.  These day…
Nearly 50K Massage Guns Sold Nationwide Recalled Due To Fire, Burn Hazards Nearly 50K Massage Guns Sold Nationwide Recalled Due To Fire, Burn Hazards
Nearly 50K Massage Guns Sold Nationwide Recalled Due To Fire, Burn Hazards Nearly 50,000 massage guns sold at major retailers across the country are being recalled due to more than a dozen reports of overheating and a burn injury. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced this week that Homedics is recalling tens of thousands of personal massagers that ca overheat while charging, leading to a report of fire or burn risk.  In total, approximately 46,000 are being recalled in the US, and another 41,000 in Canada, according to federal officials. The recall includes "HoMedics Therapist Select Massagers" with model number HHP-715 and a 120 VAC, 6…
61K Gun Safes Sold At Retailers Nationwide Recalled After 12-Year-Old Shot, Killed With Weapon 61K Gun Safes Sold At Retailers Nationwide Recalled After 12-Year-Old Shot, Killed With Weapon
61K Gun Safes Sold At Retailers Nationwide Recalled After 12-Year-Old Shot, Killed With Weapon More than 61,000 gun cases sold nationwide are being recalled due to a malfunction that can allow unauthorized people to access dangerous weapons, and already led to the death of a child. Illinois-based Fortress Safe announced this week that the biometric gun safes were being recalled due to a "serious safety hazard and risk of death" caused by a programming feature that made the safes more accessible.  The recall comes following a recent lawsuit that alleges a 12-year-old boy died from a gun obtained from one of the safes, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).  "…
Honda Recalling 391K Lawnmower, Pressure Washer Engines Due To Injury Concerns Honda Recalling 391K Lawnmower, Pressure Washer Engines Due To Injury Concerns
Honda Recalling 391K Lawnmower, Pressure Washer Engines Due To Injury Concerns Hundreds of thousands of popular home products are being recalled by Honda due to injury concerns. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced this week that 391,800 Honda lawnmowers and pressure washer engines are subject to the recall due to improperly manufactured parts that can cause the starter rope to retract unexpectedly, creating an injury hazard.  Specifically, the recall is limited to Honda HRN216 and HRX217K6 lawnmowers and the GCV170/200 G5B pressure washer engines. To date, there have been nearly 2,200 reports of incidents related to camshaft failures, in…
Fiery Deaths Prompt Recall For Millions Of Dehumidifiers: CPSC Fiery Deaths Prompt Recall For Millions Of Dehumidifiers: CPSC
Fiery Deaths Prompt Recall For Millions Of Dehumidifiers: Cpsc After multiple deaths, 450 fires, 2,000 incidents of overheating, and $19 million in property damage – millions of dehumidifiers are being recalled, according to a release by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on Aug. 16, 2023.  The dehumidifiers were manufactured by Gree Electric Appliances, of China, and were sold under major brand names: Danby, De’Longhi, Fedders, Fellini, Frigidaire, GE, Gree, Kenmore, Norpole, Premiere, Seabreeze, SoleusAir and SuperClima, the CPSC explained.  "Consumers should stop using the recalled dehumidifiers and contact Gree for a full refund,…
Frigidaire Washer/Dryers Sold Nationwide Being Recalled For Fire Risk Frigidaire Washer/Dryers Sold Nationwide Being Recalled For Fire Risk
Frigidaire Washer/Dryers Sold Nationwide Being Recalled For Fire Risk The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that a popular laundry machine is subject to a new recall due to the possibility of creating a fire hazard. Electrolux Group is recalling Frigidaire gas laundry centers that have a felt seal on the dryer drum after receiving nearly two dozen reports of fires breaking out, and one case of a smoke inhalation injury, according to CPSC. Officials said that the felt seal can be folded inward, leading to an accumulation of lint that poses an increased risk of sparking a fire. The recalled laundry centers have model numbers “FFLG4033QW”…
Recall Issued For 1.3M DeWALT Miter Saws Due To Potentially Hazardous Blades, Projectiles Recall Issued For 1.3M DeWALT Miter Saws Due To Potentially Hazardous Blades, Projectiles
Recall Issued For 1.3M DeWalt Miter Saws Due To Potentially Hazardous Blades, Projectiles A national recall of nearly 1.5 million DeWALT power saws has been announced due to potential injury and laceration hazard concerns. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that the company issued a recall of 1,364,000 DeWALT 12-inch sliding compound miter saws due to a rear safety guard that can break or detach, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders. There is also a laceration hazard to users who could come into direct contact with the saw blade as a result of the issue. The recall includes DeWALT models DWS779, DWS780, and DHS…
National Recall Issued For 786K Swinging Hammock Chairs Due To Injury Hazard National Recall Issued For 786K Swinging Hammock Chairs Due To Injury Hazard
National Recall Issued For 786K Swinging Hammock Chairs Due To Injury Hazard New safety instructions are being provided to more than 750,000 consumers across the country after a national recall was issued for a popular brand of swinging hammock chairs. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of approximately 786,000 RIO-branded chairs due to the improper insertion of pins provided for assembly that can cause the legs to collapse, creating a potential injury hazard to users. Officials announced the recall on Thursday, June 30. The folding chairs have a black or gray metal frame, a fabric seat, and a backrest with a pillow, some of which have a dri…
UPDATE: Car Slams Into Front Of Hunterdon County Building (PHOTOS) UPDATE: Car Slams Into Front Of Hunterdon County Building (PHOTOS)
Update: Car Slams Into Front Of Hunterdon County Building (Photos) A car slammed into the front of a Hunterdon County building, authorities said. The Flemington-Raritan First Aid and Rescue Squad responded to the Raritan Town Square complex near Lowe's in Raritan Township and found a car that barreled through the front of the building just before 6:30 a.m., the department said. The car initially plowed through Edward Jones before taking a right into Dockside restaurant, authorities said. The driver and passenger were unharmed and refused medical attention. The scene was cleared in about 40 minutes following a thorough check of the structure by the t…
Ex-Police Officer Who Faked Her Death In Ukraine Nabbed For Retail Theft, Records Show Ex-Police Officer Who Faked Her Death In Ukraine Nabbed For Retail Theft, Records Show
Ex-Police Officer Who Faked Her Death In Ukraine Nabbed For Retail Theft, Records Show A former Baltimore police officer who allegedly faked her death in Ukraine to avoid going to trial over false sex assault accusations toward a Pennsylvania officer, has been arrested yet again for retail theft,  authorities say. Oksana Olkesandrivna Brown, 47, of Dallastown, was previously sentenced to serve two years probation, 50 hours of community service, and was banned from the Shrewsbury Township Walmart after she was convicted of stealing $30 worth of merchandise in 2018, court records show. Brown claimed she was sexually assaulted by a Pennsylvania state trooper while the…
Motorcyclist Killed In Route 20 Crash Motorcyclist Killed In Route 20 Crash
Motorcyclist Killed In Route 20 Crash A motorcyclist was ejected and killed overnight in a crash with at least one other vehicle on a stretch of Route 20 in Paterson, authorities said. Initial details were sparse other than that the crash occurred outside the Lowe's on the northbound side of McLean Boulevard shortly before 4:30 a.m. Saturday, April 16, and that the victim was pronounced dead at the scene soon after. Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes was expected to provide further details. CHECK BACK WITH US
Earphones Recalled After Catching Fire, Burning Several People:  CPSC Earphones Recalled After Catching Fire, Burning Several People:  CPSC
Earphones Recalled After Catching Fire, Burning Several People: Cpsc E-filliate has issued a recall for their DEWALT Jobsite Pro Wireless Earphones, after many reports of the earphones overheating, bursting into flames, or causing minor burns to consumers. The mobile accessory store says it has received 61 reports of the earphones overheating during charging or use, including five reports of fire and four reports of minor burn injuries. Recalled DEWALT Jobsite Pro Wireless EarphonesConsumer Product Safety Commission The wireless earphones were sold at Home Depot, Lowe’s, and other electronics stores and hardware stores nationwide and online at www.cyberg…
Four Victims Wounded By Gunfire In Paterson During First Hours Of 2021 Four Victims Wounded By Gunfire In Paterson During First Hours Of 2021
Four Victims Wounded By Gunfire In Paterson During First Hours Of 2021 It didn't take long: Paterson's first shootings of the new year  left four people injured. Three victims in a gas station shooting all arrived at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center via private vehicle around 2 a.m., authorities said. The three men – one 28 and another 25, from Paterson, and a 26-year-old Orange resident – were wounded at an Exxon station across from the Lowe's on southbound Route 20, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Deputy Paterson Police Chief Ibrahim Baycora said in a joint announcement. All were in stable condition, they said. They weren’t Paterso…
Morristown Man, 18, Who Left Dog In Sweltering Car Charged With Animal Cruelty Morristown Man, 18, Who Left Dog In Sweltering Car Charged With Animal Cruelty
Morristown Man, 18, Who Left Dog In Sweltering Car Charged With Animal Cruelty An 18-year-old man from Morristown was charged with animal cruelty after leaving a dog in a sweltering car for more than half an hour while he shopped in Hanover, authorities said. Hanover police responded on a tip to Lowe’s where they found the dog inside a vehicle belonging to Jared Feldman, 18, on Monday, July 27, police said in a release. Temperatures hovered near 97 degrees as the dog -- who was left without water -- was locked inside with the windows “only slightly rolled down,” police said. The dog was “panting heavily” from the heat but given water and determined to be unharmed, au…
Authorities: Investigator Went On $7.5K Shopping Spree With Dead NJ Woman's Credit Cards Authorities: Investigator Went On $7.5K Shopping Spree With Dead NJ Woman's Credit Cards
Authorities: Investigator Went On $7.5K Shopping Spree With Dead NJ Woman's Credit Cards A 49-year-old investigator with Burlington County Medical Examiner's Office went on a $7,500 shopping spree using a dead woman's credit cards after bringing her body to the morgue, authorities said. A flight to Haiti, computer, luxury watches and electronics were among the credit card purchases made by Willie Garcon, 49, of New York Avenue in Brooklyn, Burlington County Prosecutor Scott Coffina said Friday. Garcon brought the woman's body to the Burlington County morgue in Westampton after she was found dead in March by police performing a wellness check, Coffina said. He beg…
Butler Ex-Con Who Attempted 'Suicide By Cop' Gets 12 Years For Pointing Loaded Rifle At Officer Butler Ex-Con Who Attempted 'Suicide By Cop' Gets 12 Years For Pointing Loaded Rifle At Officer
Butler Ex-Con Who Attempted 'Suicide By Cop' Gets 12 Years For Pointing Loaded Rifle At Officer A 25-year-old ex-con from Butler who told a judge that he pointed a loaded rifle at police hoping that they would shoot him was sentenced to 12 years in state prison. Dylan Howard will have to serve at least six years behind bars before he will be eligible for parole in exchange for guilty pleas to several charges. ** ALSO SEE: Butler Sergeant Involved In Attempted 'Suicide By Cop' Promoted Same Day Gunman Is Sentenced **  Howard, also known as Dylan Hannah, told a judge in Morristown that he hoped police would shoot and kill him when he pointed the weapon at Butler Pol…
Local Organization Goes Above And Beyond For Single Passaic County Mom, Wheelchair-Bound Son Local Organization Goes Above And Beyond For Single Passaic County Mom, Wheelchair-Bound Son
Local Organization Goes Above And Beyond For Single Passaic County Mom, Wheelchair-Bound Son Life recently got much easier for a single Passaic County mom and her 10-year-old son with cerebral palsy, thanks to the help from a local organization. Tracy Kulick of Totowa has been mostly on her own in caring for her son Matthew, who is confined to a wheelchair. Both Matthew's father and Tracy's father both passed away, which made things even more difficult -- particularly around the house. Someone had started building a ramp for Tracy and Matthew, but abandoned the project halfway through.  Just before Thanksgiving, though, volunteers from Rebuilding Together North Jersey -- a Glen …