Connecticut Consumer News (United States)

Today’s Caregiver magazine to present its Robert M. Barg Memorial Achievement Award to Actor Henry Winkler at the Fearless Caregiver Conference in Western Connecticut. Limited free tickets are available at FearlessCaregiver.com or 877-829-2734

In 2011, BBB received more than 6,000 complaints against general contractors, an 11% increase over the previous year.

On Saturday, May 5, Pet Acoustics in Bantam, Connecticut will host a free Family Day Pet Event featuring the owner of Pet Aesthetics in Southbury, Susan Begasse-Marucci and Mac in a Ask the Expert session; plus appearance by 'Bocker the Labradoole".

The nationally-renowned raw, whole pet food specialists and the owners and founders of Answers Pet Food, will provide a free "A+ Answers" program for pet owners in Bantam, Conn. on May 3 to educate pet owners on the healthiest diets for their pets.

The Baseballbus.com is offering a pair of New York Yankees at Boston Redsox Tickets for the 9/11/12 game to one lucky facebook fan!

Connecticut Enclosures & Screens will be featuring the hot selling Snapp Screen System at the 18th Annual Spring Home Show in Hartford on March 9, 10, and 11, 2012.

As the popularity of e-readers and e-books grows, so does the proliferation of related scams.

Though the holidays are forefront in families’ minds, a cold weather checklist can help prevent having to ring in the New Year with high heating bills.

Store policies are usually displayed prominently at the entrance or cash registers and should be easily accessed on websites.

The convenience of gift cards can be offset by their risks, depending on where you buy them. Consumers report scammers are selling worthless cars in online classified ads, and unwittingly purchasing empty cards at gas stations and corner stores.

Two businesses are recipients of the 2011 Connecticut BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics; Shelton High School Senior Also Receives $2,500 Student Ethics Award and Scholarship for Core Values of Integrity, Respect and Diligence

Connecticut BBB cautions members of the military, veterans and their families that scams come in many shapes and sizes

Connecticut Better Business Bureau says Some Telemarketers Flaunt “Do Not Call” Registry List

Donors Warned to be Wary of “Breast Cancer Society” Charity

Patricia Richardson will join Today's Caregiver magazine, caregiver.com, and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut at the Nov 3rd Fearless Caregiver Conference in New Haven. A limited number of tickets are still available.

Last year, BBB received more than 27,000 complaints against the cell phone industry, some of which were from customers who were unaware that their data was still in use as they traveled outside of their coverage area.

Entering the world of beauty pageants can carry a heavy price tag, so parents must look beyond the glare of the runway lights.

"BBBSearch" Helps Consumers Make On-the-Spot Purchasing Decisions

Iraqi Currency Speculation Schemes Fraught with Big Promises and Doubts about Value

More than 170 complaints from consumers across the nation have been filed with BBB this year against various companies claiming they can help immigrants with citizenship matters.

The approach of the fall elections is giving criminals new ways to fool consumers into handing over credit card information.

Windows 7 Ultimate Free Download Full Version. Windows 7 is probably the best operating systems made available from the Microsoft company.

The most common Internet scams to cheat consumers involve obtaining credit card information and getting them to send money by wire transfer.

Under the revised Federal Trade Commission Green Guides, a company can no longer simply label a product as “green” or “eco-friendly” to imply general environmental benefits.

Today’s Caregiver magazine to present its Robert M. Barg Memorial Achievement Award to Actor Henry Winkler at the Fearless Caregiver Conference in Western Connecticut. Limited free tickets are available at FearlessCaregiver.com or 877-829-2734

In 2011, BBB received more than 6,000 complaints against general contractors, an 11% increase over the previous year.

On Saturday, May 5, Pet Acoustics in Bantam, Connecticut will host a free Family Day Pet Event featuring the owner of Pet Aesthetics in Southbury, Susan Begasse-Marucci and Mac in a Ask the Expert session; plus appearance by 'Bocker the Labradoole".

The nationally-renowned raw, whole pet food specialists and the owners and founders of Answers Pet Food, will provide a free "A+ Answers" program for pet owners in Bantam, Conn. on May 3 to educate pet owners on the healthiest diets for their pets.

Nissan Darien, a premiere CT Nissan dealer, is thrilled over NYC’s decision to use the 2014 Nissan NV200 as the city’s Taxi of Tomorrow. The 2014 NV200 was picked for its comfort, safety, and convenience by consulting both drivers and passengers.

Although most credit card companies don’t charge cardholders for fraudulent charges on their accounts, customers need to check their accounts for potential fraud.

Deal, NJ – RazorsDirect.com, who delivers razors at impressive discounts right to customer’s doorsteps, announces a partnership with Bongo International to provide the same savings to consumers throughout the world.

In 2011, BBB received more than 14,500 complaints against auto repair services. Many of the complaints received by BBB fell under billing, service, and refund and exchange issues.

This year is predicted to be one of the worst for mosquitoes in Connecticut and many other states. Fred Markowich from Guardian Pest Control in Connecticut gives some helpful tips to help prevent mosquitoes at your home or workplace.

Your mailbox provides criminals with a low-tech method of opening a line of credit in your name. Reducing unwanted, pre-approved credit card offers may help protect you from credit card fraud.

Key Hyundai of Manchester and Hyundai of Milford respond to FTC deceptive advertising complaint, and sets goal to educate Connecticut car buyers on negative equity and why Key Hyundai's mission remains to be CT's automotive solution provider for all.

Connecticut Better Business Bureau Offers Tips to Help Navigate Bridal Expos and Prevent Problems

On April 11, 2012, the Waterbury Regional Chamber's Small Business Council will host their annual Business Expo featuring over 90 exhibitors, raffle prizes, their popular "Scavanger Hunt" plus special drawings. Expo will be open to the public.

Customers can expect fast and reliable service for their vehicle at Gene Langan Volkswagen service center. As the leading Glastonbury Volkswagen service center, customers can expect quality service and repair at value prices.

Due to Waterbury, Connecticut being named 1 of 8 overnight destination cities in the "2012 Fireball Run Adventurally-Northern Exposure" to be held this September, two Connecticut missing children will be the focus of the Waterbury road rally teams.

New service specials have recently been announced by Gene Langan Volkswagen, one of the most prominent VW dealers serving Hartford

Shoppers looking for a new Volkswagen in Connecticut know that Gene Langan Volkswagen is a great place to go.

Floré, LLC Fine Flowers in Woodbury, Connecticut will receive WeddingWire Bride's Choice 2012 Award. The award recognizes the top 5% wedding professionals nationwide who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism.

Every year BBB and the American Moving & Storage Association (AMSA) receive thousands of complaints from consumers who have fallen prey to dishonest and often unlicensed moving companies.

The Baseballbus.com is offering a pair of New York Yankees at Boston Redsox Tickets for the 9/11/12 game to one lucky facebook fan!

Currently available at Gene Langan Volkswagen, a leading Volkswagen dealer serving Hartford, is the new 2012 GTI. Sporting fantastic features and a great look; this vehicle is already a popular choice!

Mike Wood, whose Wood & Wood Seamless Gutters has evolved into the preeminent exclusive gutter contractor in Connecticut, is used to surprises, but the customer support he'll get at the Connecticut Home & Remodeling Show won't be a surprise at all

A credit report is one of the first lines in identifying and stopping ID theft, and there is only one government-sanctioned source for a reports from the three major credit reporting companies.

If you were searching for a good looking sedan, comfortable, and with high performance; Gene Langan Volkswagen, your Glastonbury Volkswagen dealer, introduces the new 2012 Volkswagen Jetta S.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has evaluated the security the 2012 Volkswagen Passat could bring to drivers and passengers during a collision. It’s an honor for Gene Langan Volkswagen to present these results to Glastonbury customers.

If you find a too-good-to-true price for high end luxury items on the Internet, you could end up with cheap or worthless goods, or nothing at all.

With its amazing gas mileage and five star safety rating, the 2012 Chevy Cruze was recently named on the list of 2012’s Best Cars for the Money Award. This incredible vehicle is now available at a Chevy dealer serving Hartford.

Connecticut Better Business Bureau reminds taxpayers that the IRS does not initiate contact by email or any social media tools to request personal or financial information from taxpayers.

Connecticut Enclosures & Screens will be featuring the hot selling Snapp Screen System at the 18th Annual Spring Home Show in Hartford on March 9, 10, and 11, 2012.

Cell phone users are receiving SMS (Short Message Service) texts offering services, and being billed when they try to opt out.

A bad income tax preparer could cause a lot of headaches and result in fines and extra fees to get a poorly-done job corrected. Connecticut BBB encourages consumers to be careful when selecting one.

Nothing will wreck your Stamford used car quite like the coming Connecticut winter months. Thankfully, Land Rover Darien is offering a winter tire special that will help you prep for snow without breaking the bank.

Energy drinks are amongst the most expensive of soft drinks and are potentially one of the first amongst soft drinks to be culled when times are hard.

Professional writers can stack websites with positive comments about a particular company’s products or services – or negative feedback about their competitors.

Carter Chevrolet is ready to get the 2013 Chevy Spark in stock. The Chevy dealer in Connecticut can keep all shoppers informed about the updates that this mini car has to offer.

Drivers in need of a Stamford area oil change can visit Darien Nissan to find dependable auto service at a fantastic price. Customers can take advantage of Nissan Express Service, which includes an oil change, battery test and more for under $20.

The 2012 VW Passat has earned additional praise from Cars.com for its outstanding value and long list of standard features. Named “Best of 2012,” the Passat captured the third annual award from the popular online automotive source.

Toyota of Wallingford proudly offers reliable and thorough auto repair near New Haven. Drivers can depend on the Toyota dealer to find specials and coupons to help save money on any reliable service performed.

Gene Langan Volkswagen is glad to announce that 2012 VW Passat has earned additional praise from Cars.com for its outstanding value. Named “Best of 2012,” the Passat captured the third annual award from the popular online automotive source.

Complaints to Connecticut Better Business Bureau about health and diet products lead the organization’s annual Top 10 list. Internet shopping complaints hold the second position, as it did in 2010.

Gene Langan Volkswagen, your Volkswagen dealer near Hartford, is excited to announce that it has reached an agreement with the AAN. From now on, the AAN will handle all our online efforts using their proven digital marketing strategies.

The $2.5 million renovation is complete, and Hartford area Hyundai lovers have a brand new Key Hyundai of Manchester dealership for even MORE nicer, newer cars. Key Hyundai now has MORE value, MORE options, MORE solutions for Connecticut drivers.

Connecticut Better Business Bureau advises parents to do the necessary research to find a safe, reliable and appropriate child care facility.

Nothing will wreck your Toyota in CT quite like the coming winter months. Thankfully, Toyota of Wallingford has everything you need in order to prevent even the worst winter weather from wrecking your car.

Portopong the worlds first inflatable beer pong table is hosting a photo contest for a chance to win a free portopong.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) says income tax scams are being spread by word of mouth among unsuspecting and well-intentioned individuals who tell friends and relatives.