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FDA Food Recall
A food additive contaminated with salmonella is recalled
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Government Rules Limit What's Eligible For Gas Discounts
With money tight, many of us are using gasoline discount programs offered by grocery stores. But you may be surprised to learn -- the...
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Tuesday Tryout: Shark SuperSteamer
The Shark Super Steamer claims to sanitize all sorts of surfaces without any chemicals.
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Girl Scout Cookie Advisory; Popular Dips Recalled
Some Lemon Chalet Girl Scout Cookies have gone bad in the box, and the Girl Scouts say some of them have been sold in Pennsylvania....
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Vegetable and Chip Dip Recall
T. Marzetti Company is recalling some of its veggie and chip dips because of potential salmonella contamination.
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Warning About Buying A Used Car
Tonight, one woman has a warning for anyone in the market for a used car. She wants you to learn from her bad experience.
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Tuesday Tryout: ShoeDini
The ShoeDini claims to help people put their shoes on and off without bending.
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Prescription Glasses for Less Than $35
EyeBuyDirect.com sells prescription glasses for less than $35.
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Credit Card Reform May Cost Holders
Credit card companies will be playing by new rules starting Monday. That's when major provisions of new credit card reform take affect.
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Corolla Investigated. Could Camry Be Next?
We told you yesterday about the governments plans to investigate steering problems with the Toyota Corolla. Now one Schuylkill County man believes the problems...
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Consumer Green Stories
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Green Business of the Quarter
A Lackawanna County native is being honored this summer for her continuing green efforts with her business.
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Green RV Rolls Into Central PA
Outdoor enthusiast Brian Brawdy will offer tours of his "green" RV this weekend at the Lycoming Mall near Williamsport.
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Hot "Green" Products
Not only do these devices promise to save your life, they're also designed to help save the planet!
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Devices Conserve While Watering Lawn
You dont have to look any further than your front lawn to help the environment. Jeff Chirico has the latest water-saving innovations in todays...
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Make Your Own Fuel in Your Backyard
Here's something many people would love to do. Make your own fuel in your back yard for a buck a gallon. Now you can, thanks to one...
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A Greener Lawn With Less Water
Many people spend hours in their yard during the spring and summer. Their reward is a well-manicured, green lawn. But there are some ways you can make your...
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Green Investing
If you're thinking about investing your money but aren't sure how, Green companies could be the way to go.
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Hybrid Trade Ins
One small business owner offers an incentive to encourage his employees to go "green."
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Buy My Tronics
You can sell your busted iPod or broken cell phone.
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Super Efficient Cars
Most of us are lucky if our car gets 30 miles per gallon, but there are cars being built right now getting nearly 3,000 miles...
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Consumer Tuesday Tryouts
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Tuesday Tryout: ShoeDini
The ShoeDini claims to help people put their shoes on and off without bending.
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Tuesday Tryout: HeatTrak Heated Mats
We test heated floor mats that claim to end slipping, salting and shoveling.
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Tuesday Tryout: Microsmores
Webelos from Pack 271 in Dallas put Microsmores to the Tuesday Tryout.
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Tuesday Tryout: Bottle Top
Tonight, we test a product that claims to turn your soda can into a bottle. It's called Bottle Top.
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Tuesday Tryout: Sheer Cover Mineral Makeup
Sheer Cover Mineral Makeup promises to leave a flawless-looking finish. But, can you believe the infomercial? We put it to the test in the Tuesday...
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Tuesday Tryout: Turbo Snake
The Turbo Snake is wimpy version of snakes professional plumbers use. But it promises to clear out hair clogs instantly.
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Therma Scarf Catches Fire During Tuesday Tryout
Therma Scarf catches on fire when we put it to the Tuesday Tryout.
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Tuesday Tryout: The Okays in '09
Eyewitness News reviews the products that earned an "ok" grade .
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Tuesday Tryout Year In Review: Best of '09
As the year draws to a close, we're taking a look back at the products that passed our test.
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Tuesday Tryout: Neckline Slimmer
Neckline Slimmer claims to be the world's first resistance toning system for neck, chin, and face.
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Recent Consumer Recalls
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FDA Food Recall
A food additive contaminated with salmonella is recalled
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Girl Scout Cookie Advisory; Popular Dips Recalled
Some Lemon Chalet Girl Scout Cookies have gone bad in the box, and the Girl Scouts say some of them have been sold in Pennsylvania....
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Some Children's Tylenol Recalled
Some batches of Children's Tylenol made in 2008 are recalled.
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Frigidaire & Kenmore Stoves Recalled
Some 200 thousand Frigidaire and Kenmore stoves are being recalled due to a fire hazard.
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Washing Machine Recall
Frigidaire is recalling 35,000 washing machines because they could pose a fire hazard.
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Nestle Cookie Dough Recall
Nestle has recalled several cookie dough products.
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Illinois Firm Recalls Ground Beef Products
Illinois firm recalls ground beef products due to possible E. coli contamination. Use the link below for more information. http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_022_2009_Release/index.asp
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Solar System Kits and DNA Kits Recalled
Nearly one million solar system kits and DNA kits for children are being recalled.
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Weis Chicken Recalled Due To Allergen
Weis Market is recalling more than a ton of stuffed chicken products because it contains an allergen that is not listed on the label.
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Thousands of Toys Recalled
Lead and choking hazards in thousands of toys have led to a recall.
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Links Jeff has mentioned
Give.org
Bureau of Charitable Organiztions
CyberMonday.com
PriceGrabber.com
BlackFriday.info Peek at Black Friday circulars
BFADS.net
BradsDeals.com
PriceSpider.com Find the Best Prices
SlickDeals.net
FatWallet.com
SundaySaver.com
Salescircular.com
PriceSpider.com
DealAlerter.com
ShipGooder.com
DigitalLanding.com
WhiteFence.com Lower Your Utility Bills
National Taxpayer Union IRS Check Database
Consumer Credit Counseling Service
Protect Your Indentity Week
Coldwell Banker Home Comparison Index
PaperbackSwap.com
Bookins.com
Bookmooch.com
Gutenberg.org
Pfizer Drug Information Site
Cabbage Patch Kids 25th Anniversary
Law Against Spam Mails and Texts
Fabulous Freebies
ShoppingQueen.com -Back to School Deals
HospitalCompare.hhs.gov
FTC Guide To Dispute Credit Charges
Finaid.org -Student Loan Repayment Options
Opportunitycars.com -Charities That Offer Tax Breaks
Luzerne County Reassessment Information
Sweetleaf Stevia Sweetener
PPL E-store
Recycling CFLs and Batteries
CellSwapper.com
CellTradeUSA.com
WatchMyCell.com
Stops The Sting Ointment
Find Lost Cameras Website
Couponcraze.com
MyCoupons.com
Keycode.com
Coupons.com
How to Survive Timeshare Presentations
Federal Reserve --Comment on Credit Card Reforms
Pickle Sickles
How to Dispute Credit Report Errors -FTC
mymms.com -Put Your Face On M&Ms
Free Credit Services From TransUnion Settlement
Get Free Credit Reports ONLY at www.annualcreditreport.com
BestFares.com
PennDOT Travel Advisories
AAA Fuel Price Finder
Buy American Products
Trapster.com --Avoid Speed Traps
Hard Rock Memorbilia
Restaurant.com
Carpoolconnect.com To Find Carpool Companions
erideshare.com To find carpool companions
craigslist.org --Rideshare group for carpool
Big String Webmail service
Xobni --Plug-in For Microsoft Outlook
Filing A Tax Deadline Extension
mystarbucksidea.com
godtube.com
Sermon Audio.com
IRS Rebate Payment Schedule
IRS.gov -For Information about Free-Filing/Rebates
Vtext.com Control Spam text messages
mymessages.wireless.att.com/ -Control Spam messages
Right To Repair Campaign
Lemon Law Firm Kimmel and Silverman
Diet.com --Nutrition Info On Your Cell Phone
Tips for Selecting Roses
FAFSA.ed.org Free Application for Federal Student Aid
PHEAA.org -PA Higher Education Assistance Agency
Remove Your Info From Google Phonebook
Spike TV Super Bowl Ads
AOL Sports Super Bowl Ads
Myspace Super Bowl Ads
New Product Search Site for StroudMall
SquareTrade.com -Low-Cost Warranties
Consumer Credit Counseling Service
Cheat-O-Matic for Scrabble
Scrabble Word Finder
Energy Star Tips To Handle CFL Bulbs
GIA.org Self Educate about Diamonds and Gems
DigitalTips.org Tips For Buying Electronics
ElfYourself.com -Turn Friends Into Dancing Elves
Aerogrow.com
Priceprotectr.com
Pricespider.com
Bountii.com
Consumer Product Safety Commission
U.S. PIRG -Report on Dangerous Toys
Microsoft Security Updates
MyGreenElectronics.com --Local Place to e-cycle
PPL Energy Analyzer --For Free Bulbs
Blue Wireless Cell Phone Service
Campaign For Safe Cosmetics
MyValidas.com
RedBox.Com
Coneivore.com
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Bureau of Charitable Organiztions
CyberMonday.com
PriceGrabber.com
BlackFriday.info Peek at Black Friday circulars
BFADS.net
BradsDeals.com
PriceSpider.com Find the Best Prices
SlickDeals.net
FatWallet.com
SundaySaver.com
Salescircular.com
PriceSpider.com
DealAlerter.com
ShipGooder.com
DigitalLanding.com
WhiteFence.com Lower Your Utility Bills
National Taxpayer Union IRS Check Database
Consumer Credit Counseling Service
Protect Your Indentity Week
Coldwell Banker Home Comparison Index
PaperbackSwap.com
Bookins.com
Bookmooch.com
Gutenberg.org
Pfizer Drug Information Site
Cabbage Patch Kids 25th Anniversary
Law Against Spam Mails and Texts
Fabulous Freebies
ShoppingQueen.com -Back to School Deals
HospitalCompare.hhs.gov
FTC Guide To Dispute Credit Charges
Finaid.org -Student Loan Repayment Options
Opportunitycars.com -Charities That Offer Tax Breaks
Luzerne County Reassessment Information
Sweetleaf Stevia Sweetener
PPL E-store
Recycling CFLs and Batteries
CellSwapper.com
CellTradeUSA.com
WatchMyCell.com
Stops The Sting Ointment
Find Lost Cameras Website
Couponcraze.com
MyCoupons.com
Keycode.com
Coupons.com
How to Survive Timeshare Presentations
Federal Reserve --Comment on Credit Card Reforms
Pickle Sickles
How to Dispute Credit Report Errors -FTC
mymms.com -Put Your Face On M&Ms
Free Credit Services From TransUnion Settlement
Get Free Credit Reports ONLY at www.annualcreditreport.com
BestFares.com
PennDOT Travel Advisories
AAA Fuel Price Finder
Buy American Products
Trapster.com --Avoid Speed Traps
Hard Rock Memorbilia
Restaurant.com
Carpoolconnect.com To Find Carpool Companions
erideshare.com To find carpool companions
craigslist.org --Rideshare group for carpool
Big String Webmail service
Xobni --Plug-in For Microsoft Outlook
Filing A Tax Deadline Extension
mystarbucksidea.com
godtube.com
Sermon Audio.com
IRS Rebate Payment Schedule
IRS.gov -For Information about Free-Filing/Rebates
Vtext.com Control Spam text messages
mymessages.wireless.att.com/ -Control Spam messages
Right To Repair Campaign
Lemon Law Firm Kimmel and Silverman
Diet.com --Nutrition Info On Your Cell Phone
Tips for Selecting Roses
FAFSA.ed.org Free Application for Federal Student Aid
PHEAA.org -PA Higher Education Assistance Agency
Remove Your Info From Google Phonebook
Spike TV Super Bowl Ads
AOL Sports Super Bowl Ads
Myspace Super Bowl Ads
New Product Search Site for StroudMall
SquareTrade.com -Low-Cost Warranties
Consumer Credit Counseling Service
Cheat-O-Matic for Scrabble
Scrabble Word Finder
Energy Star Tips To Handle CFL Bulbs
GIA.org Self Educate about Diamonds and Gems
DigitalTips.org Tips For Buying Electronics
ElfYourself.com -Turn Friends Into Dancing Elves
Aerogrow.com
Priceprotectr.com
Pricespider.com
Bountii.com
Consumer Product Safety Commission
U.S. PIRG -Report on Dangerous Toys
Microsoft Security Updates
MyGreenElectronics.com --Local Place to e-cycle
PPL Energy Analyzer --For Free Bulbs
Blue Wireless Cell Phone Service
Campaign For Safe Cosmetics
MyValidas.com
RedBox.Com
Coneivore.com
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