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As The Pause On Federal Student Loans Ends, The New York Department Of State’s Division Of Consumer Protection Offers Tips For Borrowers To Avoid Scams

September 19, 2023 Contributor

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to help federal student loan borrowers avoid scams. As federal student loan borrowers are set to resume payments this coming October after a three and a half year-long pause, this may cause confusion about the repayment process and make borrowers vulnerable to potential scams. […]

National Grid Warns Customers Of Potential Scams

August 23, 2023 Contributor

National Grid encourages its customers to be vigilant and protect their personal information, as reports of utility billing and payment scams increase across upstate New York.
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New York Department Of State’s Division Of Consumer Protection Highlights Consumer Protection Resources Available To New Yorkers

August 22, 2023 Contributor

For this week’s Tuesday’s Tips, the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection highlights its resources that help consumers navigate today’s evolving marketplace. The Division of Consumer Protection is committed to assisting, protecting, educating and empowering New Yorkers and offers a variety of resources and tips to help New Yorkers stay safe and informed of their rights as consumers.
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New York Department Of State’s Division Of Consumer Protection Offers Tips To Protect Older Adults From Consumer Fraud Scams

August 15, 2023 Contributor

For this week’s Tuesday’s Tips, the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is offering guidance to help prevent and protect seniors from consumer fraud and scammers in advance of National Senior Citizens Day on August 21. […]

National Grid Reminds Customers To Verify Identity Of Individuals Claiming To Be Energy Company Representatives

June 1, 2023 Contributor

National Grid reminds customers to safeguard their information and verify the identity of any representative that visits or calls their home to discuss their energy bills. […]

New York State Division Of Consumer Protection Releases Guide With Scam Prevention Tips For First-Time Homebuyers

April 11, 2023 Contributor

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection announced the release of a comprehensive guide with important scam prevention tips for first-time homebuyers. The guide is part two of a five-part consumer alert series to help New Yorkers navigate housing scams, which are a continuously growing risk for consumers.
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New York Department Of State’s Division Of Consumer Protection Provides Tips For Consumers Planning Spring And Summer Travel

March 28, 2023 Contributor

For this week’s “Tuesday’s Tips,” the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to consumers planning for spring and summer travel. As New Yorkers begin traveling again, consumers should be informed of their rights, shop smartly to safeguard their hard-earned money and stay vigilant to protect themselves from scams. […]

NYS Division Of Consumer Protection Provides Tips To Help Consumers Navigate The Holiday Shopping Season

December 20, 2022 Contributor

As the final part of its five-part consumer alert holiday series, the Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) reminds shoppers of New York State laws regarding warranties and service contracts so consumers can make informed decisions about holiday purchases. […]

Oswego Police: Beware Of Possible Scams

April 22, 2010 Steve Yablonski

An elderly woman was going to send a large amount of money to a location in Jamaica via Western Union. Police were alerted when the store employee helping the woman suspected it might be a scam. In another incident,Â a victim said she had answered a job posting on Craiglist.com for a housekeeper. She had to send money to receive keys to the house where she was supposed to start her job. […]