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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…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
David Beckham Beckons Crowds To Long Island Shopping Mall (Video) David Beckham Beckons Crowds To Long Island Shopping Mall (Video)
David Beckham Beckons Crowds To Long Island Shopping Mall (Video) Soccer superstar David Beckham had no trouble drawing big crowds to a Long Island shopping mall. The 48-year-old former professional footballer and Mr. Posh Spice stopped by the Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City on Thursday, Oct. 12, to promote the launch of his new cologne line at JCPenney. Video on social media shows Beckham was all smiles as he posed for photos with fans. “Today I met THE legend David Beckham. For Free. At Roosevelt Field,” reads a Facebook post by Nicole Florio, of West Hempstead. “What a day.” Nicole Florio, of West Hempstead, pictured with David Beckham at th…

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
JCPenney Offers Billions To Buy Rival Kohl's, Report Says JCPenney Offers Billions To Buy Rival Kohl's, Report Says
JCPenney Offers Billions To Buy Rival Kohl's, Report Says The owners of JCPenney are bidding to acquire rival Kohl’s, according to a new report. Shopping-mall owners Simon Property and Brookfield Asset Management have offered around $8.6 billion for Kohl's stores, the New York Post reports. Under the plan, JCPenney's parent company would maintain two separate brands and cut costs by $1 billion at Kohl’s over the next several years, the Post said, citing a source. After filing for bankruptcy in the spring of 2020, JCPenney was acquired by Simon Property Group and Brookfield Asset Management. With about 1,160 locations in every state except Hawaii…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Police Searching For Woman Accused Of Stealing Clothing From Suffolk County Store Police Searching For Woman Accused Of Stealing Clothing From Suffolk County Store
Police Searching For Woman Accused Of Stealing Clothing From Suffolk County Store Police are asking the public for help identifying and locating a woman accused of stealing clothing from a Long Island store. At about 2:40 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 9, a woman stole more than $100 worth of clothing from a JCPenney in Bay Shore, according to Suffolk County Crime Stoppers. Authorities said the store is located in the Westfield South Shore Mall. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-220-TIPS.

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
JCPenney Announces Closure Of Suffolk County Store JCPenney Announces Closure Of Suffolk County Store
JCPenney Announces Closure Of Suffolk County Store JCPenney has revealed the locations of another 13 stores it will close permanently. Earlier this month, the community released a list of 154 stores nationwide that will close through the summer. The closures began in mid-June amid JCPenney's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. New closures include one JCPenney on Long Island -- located in Suffolk County in Bay Shore at the  South Shore Mall on Sunrise Highway. Farther north, a Hudson Valley JCPenney will close - located in Dutchess County at the Poughkeepsie Galleria on Route 9 (South Road). No other New York, New Jersey or Connectic…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
JCPenney Announces 154 Stores Set To Close Through Summer JCPenney Announces 154 Stores Set To Close Through Summer
JCPenney Announces 154 Stores Set To Close Through Summer JCPenney has released a list of 154 stores nationwide that will close through the summer. The closures, beginning on Friday, June 12, include New York and Connecticut. Seven closures are scheduled in New York (all upstate) and one in Connecticut (at the Torrington Commons in Torrington). To view the complete list, click here. More closures will be announced in the coming weeks, JCPenney said. The company filed for bankruptcy on Friday, May 15 in the largest retail casualty of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Founded in 1902, JCPenny has about 800 stores in the United…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
COVID-19: JCPenney Plans To Permanently Close More Than 240 Stores COVID-19: JCPenney Plans To Permanently Close More Than 240 Stores
Covid-19: JCPenney Plans To Permanently Close More Than 240 Stores JCPenney, which filed for bankruptcy last week, now says it plans to close nearly one-third of its stores amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. JCPenny will be left with about 600 stores after the planned 242 closures. Earlier report - COVID-19: JCPenney Files For Bankruptcy In Largest Retail Casualty Of Pandemic The retailer also says it is aiming to double its e-commerce business, which currently accounts for about 14 percent of its revenue. “The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for our families, our loved ones, our communitie…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
COVID-19: JCPenney Files For Bankruptcy In Largest Retail Casualty Of Pandemic COVID-19: JCPenney Files For Bankruptcy In Largest Retail Casualty Of Pandemic
Covid-19: JCPenney Files For Bankruptcy In Largest Retail Casualty Of Pandemic In the largest retail casualty of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, JCPenney has filed for bankruptcy. Founded in 1902, JCPenny has about 800 stores in the United States. “The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for our families, our loved ones, our communities, and our country," said Jill Soltau, chief executive officer of JCPenney, in a statement released on Friday, May 15. "As a result, the American retail industry has experienced a profoundly different new reality, requiring JCPenney to make difficult decisions in running our business to pr…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Man, Woman Wanted For Using Stolen Credit Card At Two Suffolk Stores Man, Woman Wanted For Using Stolen Credit Card At Two Suffolk Stores
Man, Woman Wanted For Using Stolen Credit Card At Two Suffolk Stores A man and woman on Long Island allegedly used a stolen credit card last year, police said. An alert was issued for two suspects who allegedly purchased items at Home Depot on Crooked Hill Road in Commack on Saturday, Dec. 7. The stolen card was also used at a JCPenney location in Bay Shore. According to police, the credit card was reported stolen from Costco Wholesale on Garet Place in Commack prior to the unauthorized charges. Anyone with information regarding the man and woman has been asked to contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-220-TIPS or submitting an anonymous tip…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Long Island Store Among Six New JCPenney Store Closures Scheduled Long Island Store Among Six New JCPenney Store Closures Scheduled
Long Island Store Among Six New JCPenney Store Closures Scheduled A Long Island location is one of six JCPenney stores nationally that will be closing by the end of April. The store is located at the Green Acres Mall on Sunrise Highway (Route 27) in Valley Stream. A company spokesperson confirmed the closure to Business Insider. The other locations scheduled to close by April 24 are in Montana, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma and South Carolina, Business Insider reported.

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Know Him? Man Accused Of Stealing From JCPenney In Smithtown, Police Say Know Him? Man Accused Of Stealing From JCPenney In Smithtown, Police Say
Know Him? Man Accused Of Stealing From JCPenney In Smithtown, Police Say Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers are on the lookout for a man suspected of stealing boots and clothing from a Smithtown retailer. Police say a man, pictured above, stole Timberland Pro boots and assorted clothing from JCPenney (4 Smith Haven Mall) on Wednesday, June 26 around 12:45 p.m. The items were valued at approximately $380, according to police. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward of up to $5,000 for any information that leads to an arrest. To submit an anonymous tip, call 1-800-220-TIPS, text “SCPD” an…

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by Valerie Musson
Police & Fire
Know Them? Duo Accused Of Stealing $3K In Merchandise From Smith Haven Mall JC Penney Know Them? Duo Accused Of Stealing $3K In Merchandise From Smith Haven Mall JC Penney
Know Them? Duo Accused Of Stealing $3K In Merchandise From Smith Haven Mall JC Penney Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Squad detectives are on the lookout for two men who allegedly stole clothing from a store in Lake Grove. Police say two men, pictured above, entered the JCPenney store in Smith Haven Mall on Saturday, March 30 at around 7:50 p.m. Police say the men filled black garbage bags with Nike clothing and left the store without paying for the merchandise, which was valued at approximately $3,000. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward of up to $5,000 for any information that leads to an arrest. To submit an anonymous tip, ca…

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by Valerie Musson