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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…
Glen Burnie Woman Escapes Horror As Man Tries Dragging Her From Car In Alleged Sex Attack Glen Burnie Woman Escapes Horror As Man Tries Dragging Her From Car In Alleged Sex Attack
Glen Burnie Woman Escapes Horror As Man Tries Dragging Her From Car In Alleged Sex Attack A Maryland woman narrowly escaped an attempted sexual assault after police say a man tried to drag her out of her car and force her into his own vehicle as she was taking out the trash. Baltimore resident Allen Michael McFadden, 34, was arrested by members of the Anne Arundel County Police Department following an alleged attempted rape near her home in Glen Burnie. The incident happened around 8:45 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 5, in the area of Whitmore Court and Loyd Lane, police said. Investigators said the woman was sitting in her vehicle while preparing to throw away trash at a dumpster when…
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, …
Drug Trafficking Rings Uncovered During Hagerstown Retail Theft Sting, Police Say Drug Trafficking Rings Uncovered During Hagerstown Retail Theft Sting, Police Say
Drug Trafficking Rings Uncovered During Hagerstown Retail Theft Sting, Police Say Nearly 100 people have been arrested or charged in a massive retail theft crackdown in Maryland that police say also uncovered stolen vehicles, illegal guns, and drug trafficking organizations. The Hagerstown Police Department announced the results of “Operation Blue Light Special,” a year-long investigation targeting repeat retail theft offenders, fencing operations, and criminal drug networks. “The objectives of the investigation were to identify repeat offenders who commit retail thefts from multiple stores, identify where the stolen property was being sold, and ultimately identify the d…
Camaro Fleeing Car Meet Speeds Past SEPTA Bus Killing Motorcyclist In Red-Light Crash: Police Camaro Fleeing Car Meet Speeds Past SEPTA Bus Killing Motorcyclist In Red-Light Crash: Police
Camaro Fleeing Car Meet Speeds Past SEPTA Bus Killing Motorcyclist In Red-Light Crash: Police A Camaro fleeing a car meet-up blew a red light and struck a motorcyclist, killing him in a violent overnight crash in Philadelphia, police announced Saturday, July 5. The deadly collision happened at Belmont and Westminster Avenues in the 16th District around 1:01 a.m., according to a release. The white Camaro had just fled a car meet at the Lowe’s lot on 1500 North 50th Street when it passed a stopped SEPTA bus, crossed into oncoming traffic, and ran a red light, police said. It then struck a red Harley Davidson that had the green light and was headed westbound on Westminster Avenue. The…
Mold Risks Prompt Massive Recall Of 1.7M+ Air Conditioners Under Many Brand Names Mold Risks Prompt Massive Recall Of 1.7M+ Air Conditioners Under Many Brand Names
Mold Risks Prompt Massive Recall Of 1.7M+ Air Conditioners Under Many Brand Names 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…
$20M Gift Card Scam Funneled Stolen Cash Through Nassau Co. Home Improvement Stores, DA Says $20M Gift Card Scam Funneled Stolen Cash Through Nassau Co. Home Improvement Stores, DA Says
$20M Gift Card Scam Funneled Stolen Cash Through Nassau Co. Home Improvement Stores, DA Says Seven people were charged in a $20 million money laundering scheme that used fraudulently obtained Home Depot and Lowe’s gift cards to buy and resell merchandise across New York, including on Long Island. The indictment followed a 15-month investigation that uncovered a complex computer-based scam that targeted thousands of victims across 45 states, Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced Thursday, March 6. Scammers used fake pop-ups and scam text messages to convince victims that their computers or personal information had been compromised, prosecutors said. Victims were th…
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…
Pair Lead High-Speed Pursuit In Stolen Car Through 4 Towns After Newington Armed Robbery: PD Pair Lead High-Speed Pursuit In Stolen Car Through 4 Towns After Newington Armed Robbery: PD
Pair Lead High-Speed Pursuit In Stolen Car Through 4 Towns After Newington Armed Robbery: PD A high-speed police chase that spanned several Connecticut towns on Sunday, Dec. 29, ended with two people in custody, Connecticut State Police said. The incident began when Newington police responded to an armed robbery at Lowe's on the Berlin Turnpike just after 8:20 a.m., according to Newington police. The suspects, later identified as Scott A. Tenney, 35, of East Hartford, and Samantha K. Tobey, 34, of Enfield, fled in a black Honda CR-V, police said. The vehicle was later confirmed to be stolen from Hartford. Police attempted a traffic stop after Tenney — who also has ties to…
ID Of DUI Driver, Victim Released By Prosecutor Following Deadly Route 70 Crash ID Of DUI Driver, Victim Released By Prosecutor Following Deadly Route 70 Crash
ID Of DUI Driver, Victim Released By Prosecutor Following Deadly Route 70 Crash Authorities have released the name of the accused DUI driver and the woman he allegedly killed in the Friday morning, Dec. 27 crash on Route 70 in Brick Township. ALSO SEE: ER Nurse Anne Rasmussen Returning From Work ID'd By Grieving Family As Victim Of Wrong-Way DUI Route 70 Crash Jose Romero Quinteros, 53, of Howell, was heading east in in the westbound lanes in a Toyota Rav 4 and crossed over the concrete barrier that separates the roadway, before colliding head-on with a Volkswagen Beetle at approximately 5 a.m., near the Lowe’s home improvement store, according to O…
Third Time's The Charm? Drunk Driver Nabbed In Lowe's Parking Lot In Stafford: Sheriff Third Time's The Charm? Drunk Driver Nabbed In Lowe's Parking Lot In Stafford: Sheriff
Third Time's The Charm? Drunk Driver Nabbed In Lowe's Parking Lot In Stafford: Sheriff A Virginia man spent Christmas behind bars after getting his third DUI in a Lowe's parking lot after passing out behind the wheel with his car still running, according to the Stafford County Sheriff's Office. Triangle resident Gregory Thomas, 37, found himself in a familiar position following a strange incident that played out on Christmas Eve outside the business. Deputies responded around 5:10 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 24 to the Stafford Market Place after a concerned citizen flagged down a deputy who reportedly appeared intoxicated while driving a Nissan and parking it on the curb in front o…
Christmas Day Lowe's Burglary Ends In Arrest After Box Truck Chase: Police Christmas Day Lowe's Burglary Ends In Arrest After Box Truck Chase: Police
Christmas Day Lowe's Burglary Ends In Arrest After Box Truck Chase: Police A Christmas Day burglary at a closed Lowe's in Plymouth Township led to the arrest of a man after a chase involving a box truck, foot pursuit, and a K9 unit, authorities said. The incident began on Dec. 25, 2024, at 10:38 a.m., when Plymouth Township Police responded to Lowe's on Chemical Road for a burglary in progress, according to a press release. Lowe's remote monitoring center had detected a man inside the store, which was closed for the holiday. When officers arrived, they observed a large Budget Rental box truck fleeing from the garden center side of the store. Police attempted to st…
Twerking Porch Pirates Return To Sicklerville Home: 'That's My A** On The Internet' (VIDEO) Twerking Porch Pirates Return To Sicklerville Home: 'That's My A** On The Internet' (VIDEO)
Twerking Porch Pirates Return To Sicklerville Home: 'That's My A** On The Internet' (Video) A bold and bizarre Sicklerville package theft had a surprising twist when two suspects returned to the home twice after spotting themselves on a neighborhood app, authorities said. The suspects were caught on a Ring doorbell camera at around 6:36 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9, the Gloucester Township Police Department said in a Facebook post on Wednesday, Dec. 18. The duo snatched an Amazon package containing $74 worth of glasses and baby items. The theft happened outside a home in the Independence Square Townhomes, behind the Lowe’s and Target. The footage showed one suspect …
Drunk Woman Jumps Barefoot On Table At Morgantown Eatery While Fleeing Police Drunk Woman Jumps Barefoot On Table At Morgantown Eatery While Fleeing Police
Drunk Woman Jumps Barefoot On Table At Morgantown Eatery While Fleeing Police A drunk woman caused a disturbance at a Berks County restaurant as she jumped barefoot onto a table while evading police, according to authorities. Alexa Peters, 29, of Honey Brook, was charged after she refused commands to stop from police during a disturbance in Morgantown on Sunday, Oct. 6, the Caernarvon Township Police Department said. Police were initially called to Lowes, located at 340 Crossings Boulevard, for a woman causing a disturbance in the area, according to police. Peters was reported to have stolen a drink, threw her jacket in an employee's face, and cursed at people. An o…
Man Planning To Sell Stolen Tide Pods Outside Virginia Laundromats 'Like Drugs' Busted: Sheriff Man Planning To Sell Stolen Tide Pods Outside Virginia Laundromats 'Like Drugs' Busted: Sheriff
Man Planning To Sell Stolen Tide Pods Outside Virginia Laundromats 'Like Drugs' Busted: Sheriff A pair with a curious business plan are behind bars in Virginia after attempting to clean up by selling stolen Tide detergents "like drugs" in Stafford, according to the sheriff's office. Upper Marlboro resident Toddrick Bowens, 30, and Falls Church native Sonia Bonilla Hercules, 19, are both facing charges after being busted with drugs and more than 100 bottles of detergent they they planned to re-sell. According to a spokesperson from the Stafford County Sheriff's Office, late in the afternoon on Wednesday, Aug. 7, deputies were called to Lowe's in the 1300 block of Stafford Market Place …
Samsung Recalling More Than 1M Electric Ranges Following Hundreds Of Reported Fires Samsung Recalling More Than 1M Electric Ranges Following Hundreds Of Reported Fires
Samsung Recalling More Than 1M Electric Ranges Following Hundreds Of Reported Fires More than a million Samsung electric ranges are subject to a recall after the company received hundreds of reports of fires that left several people injured and pets dead over the past decade. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued an alert advising that slide-in electric ranges are subject to the recall due to front-mounted knobs that can be accidentally activated by humans or pets, creating a fire hazard. In total, 1,120,905 units are being recalled. These models are included in the recall:  NE58K9430SS/AA; NE58N9430SG/AA; NE58R9431SG/AA; NE58R9431SS/AA; NE58R9431ST/…
Route 17 Reopens After Early-Morning Car Fire In East Rutherford Route 17 Reopens After Early-Morning Car Fire In East Rutherford
Route 17 Reopens After Early-Morning Car Fire In East Rutherford 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.
Know Them? Duo Wanted For Stealing Power Tools From Long Island Lowe's, Police Say Know Them? Duo Wanted For Stealing Power Tools From Long Island Lowe's, Police Say
Know Them? Duo Wanted For Stealing Power Tools From Long Island Lowe's, Police Say Police on Long Island are asking the public for help identifying a man and a woman who allegedly stole power tools from a Lowe's store. The incident occurred in Medford on Monday, July 15, at the store located at 2796 Route 112. According to Suffolk County Police, Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest in the case.  Anyone with information about the incident can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS or online at www.P3Tips.com.  All calls, text messages, a…
Human Remains Found Behind Lowe's Store In East Garden City Human Remains Found Behind Lowe's Store In East Garden City
Human Remains Found Behind Lowe's Store In East Garden City An investigation is underway after human remains were found behind a Long Island Lowe's store. Nassau County Police received a 911 call at around 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, reporting possible remains in the wooded area in East Garden City, in the rear of 700 Dibblee Drive, near the Meadowbrook Parkway.  Upon arrival, officers noticed an abandoned encampment and discovered human remains.  The Nassau County PD Homicide Squad and the Medical Examiner responded to the scene.  The body was removed from the scene and brought to the Medical Examiner’s office for further examination.…
Margarita-Drinking Man Mangles Dad's Mustang Crashing Into Median In Stafford County: Sheriff Margarita-Drinking Man Mangles Dad's Mustang Crashing Into Median In Stafford County: Sheriff
Margarita-Drinking Man Mangles Dad's Mustang Crashing Into Median In Stafford County: Sheriff A 21-year-old who openly admitted to consuming margaritas being crashing his father's Mustang and ditching the Ford in an area parking lot was arrested for DUI in Stafford County, the sheriff's office says. Stafford resident Javier Loza Quiroz is facing a pair of charges and was treated to a trip to jail over the weekend following an investigation into a crashed vehicle that became disabled following a crash. According to a spokesperson from the Stafford County Sheriff's Office, deputies were called shortly before midnight on July 27 to the Circle K on Prosperity Lane to investigate a vehic…
Wanted Man From Maryland Busted For Shoplifting From Lowe's In Virginia, Police Say Wanted Man From Maryland Busted For Shoplifting From Lowe's In Virginia, Police Say
Wanted Man From Maryland Busted For Shoplifting From Lowe's In Virginia, Police Say A Maryland man who was already wanted in multiple jurisdictions crossed state lines into Virginia and is behind bars after being busted by police in Loudoun County on Thursday afternoon, police say. Laurel resident Ronald Canan, Jr. 41, who is no stranger to law enforcement, is facing new charges in Leesburg after being caught attempting to steal from Lowe's on Russell Branch Parkway SE. Shortly before 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 13, officers were called to the store to investigate a reported shoplifting incident when Canan walked out of the store with a shopping cart loaded with unpaid mercha…
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…
Long Island Man Arrested 46 Times, Nabbed For 10 Larcenies Long Island Man Arrested 46 Times, Nabbed For 10 Larcenies
Long Island Man Arrested 46 Times, Nabbed For 10 Larcenies A Long Island man who police say has been arrested 46 times has been charged with 10 new larcenies across the region.  Emmitt Smith, age 43, of Bellport, was charged on Wednesday, April 24, with the larcenies that occurred across Nassau County, according to Nassau County Police. According to detectives, an investigation was conducted that led to the arrest of Smith for the following larcenies: August 2023:  Macy's, 1095 Green Acres Mall, Valley Stream Ulta Beauty, 5252 Sunrise Highway, Massapequa July 2023:  Home Depot, 101 Green Acres Road, W., Valley&nbs…
Pair Stole Over $7K From Bucks Hardware Stores, Police Allege Pair Stole Over $7K From Bucks Hardware Stores, Police Allege
Pair Stole Over $7K From Bucks Hardware Stores, Police Allege Authorities in Warrington were called about a child locked in a parked car and discovered a stash of stolen merchandise instead, according to police.  Kristal Smith of Jersey City, New Jersey and Desteni Grant of Brooklyn, New York are each charged with evading arrest and receiving stolen property, Warrington Township police said in a release.  Officers were called to the Home Depot parking around 5 p.m. on March 2, after a bystander spotted a blanket draped over a baby seat in a parked car, authorities said.  Police arrived and found stolen merchandise hidden under the…
Harrisburg Woman Holds Infant While Ex Kills Abusive BF, Then Texts Family, Pastor: Affidavit Harrisburg Woman Holds Infant While Ex Kills Abusive BF, Then Texts Family, Pastor: Affidavit
Harrisburg Woman Holds Infant While Ex Kills Abusive BF, Then Texts Family, Pastor: Affidavit New details have been released at a press conference on Tuesday, March 19 about a Harrisburg family who teamed up to shoot, stab, and dismember a boyfriend who was allegedly physically and sexually abusive. Terry Parker, 47, his ex-wife (possibly legally married but separated, officials explained at a later date) Ronda Parker, 48, and his new girlfriend Summer Heil, 36, worked together to lure Ronda's new boyfriend, Michael Pruitt, 40, to a home in Springfield Township, Pennsylvania State Police in Bradford County explained in the court documents obtained by Daily Voice PSP found the bones …