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Post-Holiday Thieves and How to Recycle Securely

It’s just what you always wanted: a big-screen TV, the latest laptop, an e-reader, a digital SLR camera, or that video game system. The presents are all unwrapped, and the recycling is piling up. But while you’re enjoying that new tablet, the box is sitting out by your curb, acting as an advertisement for those …

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Fall Back: Daylight Savings Time Ends Soon

Remember to set your clocks back in the evening on Saturday, November 1st!

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Pet Flipping Increasing Across U.S.

Have you heard about pet flipping? It’s when a criminal picks up a dog or cat, either by stealing the animal or claiming to be the owner of a missing pet, and then quickly sells the animal for profit. Oftentimes, the purchase price is disguised as a “rehoming fee.” Purebred dogs and cats are the …

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“Click Bait” Scams Exploit Robin Williams’ Death

Scammers entice people to click on links with deceptive lures DENVER – Whenever a major story dominates the news, scammers take advantage of the public’s interest with online photos, stories and social media links that claim to offer sensational details. The BBB of Denver/Boulder is warning about this tactic, which is called “click baiting.” Unfortunately, the …

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Opt Out to Opt In to Privacy

Unwanted telephone calls, pre-approved credit card offers and texts are not only annoying, they also can potentially lead to identity theft. But how do you stop them? While it’s nearly impossible to eliminate junk mail, spam text messages and unwanted phone calls, Better Business Bureau Serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming advises taking the following steps …

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IRS Phone Scams Rising, Impersonators Make Threats

The Better Business Bureau of Denver/Boulder, and other BBBs across the nation, have received an uptick in reports of attempted fraud involving Internal Revenue Service impersonators. According to those targeted in the scam, scammers pretending to be the IRS, or affiliated with the IRS, ask for personal and financial information. In some cases, the scammer …

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Sunday June 29th: 4th Annual Grace River Car Show

This car show is destined to be the big success it was last year. Come and see for yourself, Sunday June 29th. The location is Eastman Park in Windsor. Participant Registration: 9:30 a.m.; Church Service: 10:00 a.m. Show starts: 11:00 a.m. until 3. Awards presented at 2:00 p.m. The event benefits the Windsor Food Pantry. …

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What to Know Before a Tow

No one plans on their vehicle breaking down on the road, becoming disabled as a result of an accident or being towed without your consent. So what should you do if you find yourself in one of these scenarios? Better Business Bureau Serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming offers the following suggestions: Know Your Roadside Assistance …

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Boulder County Area Agency on Aging February Wellness Programs

Wellness Matters February 2014 303-441-3599 Boulder County Wellness Programs are free to residents 60 and over. To register: 303-441-3599 or Email Boulder County. Donations are appreciated. Healthy Moves for Aging Well. A simple exercise program you can do at home. Trained volunteers show how and help keep you motivated. 303-441-3599 to see if this program …

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Schemers Going After Target Stores Data Breach Victims!

Better Business Bureau serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming advises consumers who had their credit or debit information compromised as a result of the Target data breach to beware of con artists aiming to fool them into sharing their credit card and/or personal information. Many consumers report receiving text messages that claim to be from their …

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Celebrate the New Year With a New You!

Whether you call them resolutions or goals, most people begin the new year in hopes of losing a few pounds, paying off credit or finally snuffing out the cigarette habit. To get you started on the right foot, follow these suggestions from Better Business Bureau® serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming: Get more exercise and join …

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MADD Promotes Holiday Anti-Drinking Campaign!

On December 17, MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) National President Jan Withers joined U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx, along with other traffic safety organizations and local law enforcement officers to kick-off this year’s holiday crackdown campaign. Jan, along with victim/survivor Gene Gallagher, whose daughter, Katlin Marie, died in a drunk driving crash on New …

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