Don't Fall For It: New Twist On Imposter Fraud Targets Your Money, Personal Info Don't Fall For It: New Twist On Imposter Fraud Targets Your Money, Personal Info
Don't Fall For It: New Twist On Imposter Fraud Targets Your Money, Personal Info The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sounding the alarm on a sophisticated new imposter scheme designed to steal your money and personal information.  These scams are becoming increasingly convincing, but learning to spot the red flags can help you stay protected. How the Scam Works Initial Contact: Scammers pose as representatives from well-known companies, such as Amazon or a tech support service. They’ll claim there’s a routine issue, like suspicious charges on your account, a computer virus, or an account breach. Escalation: The scammers lie, saying your name is tied to serious …
Amazon Tractor-Trailer Crash Injures Driver, Shuts Down US Rt 15 In Upper Allen Amazon Tractor-Trailer Crash Injures Driver, Shuts Down US Rt 15 In Upper Allen
Amazon Tractor-Trailer Crash Injures Driver, Shuts Down US Rt 15 In Upper Allen An Amazon tractor-trailer crash on US Route 15 in Upper Allen Township injured one driver and shut down the highway for several hours, police announced on Friday, Jan. 3. The collision occurred near South Market Street when the Amazon truck driver lost control of the vehicle due to excessive speed for the conditions, Upper Allen Police said. The tractor-trailer struck the center guardrail, sending debris flying into the opposing lanes. A Nissan Maxima traveling southbound was hit by the guardrail, injuring the driver, who was transported to a nearby hospital by Life Lion EMS, authorities sa…
Hollywood In Ridgewood: Star-Studded Movie Films In Local Supermarket Hollywood In Ridgewood: Star-Studded Movie Films In Local Supermarket
Hollywood In Ridgewood: Star-Studded Movie Films In Local Supermarket Hollywood buzz is in the air in Ridgewood as the village plays host to a one-day shoot for "The Housemaid," a new movie adaptation of Freida McFadden’s bestselling novel. The production, which took place Friday, Jan. 3, transformed Green Way Market into a movie set, with overflow parking spilling into the Graydon Pool lot, Village Manager Keith Kazmark told Daily Voice. Directed by Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, Ghostbusters), "The Housemaid" follows the story of “a struggling woman who is happy to start over as a housemaid for an affluent, elite couple,” according to IMDB. The film’s A-list cast…
2 Days Before Christmas, Man Arrested For Amazon Package Thefts In Warrington 2 Days Before Christmas, Man Arrested For Amazon Package Thefts In Warrington
2 Days Before Christmas, Man Arrested For Amazon Package Thefts In Warrington A 40-year-old Warrington man is accused of stealing Amazon packages from an apartment complex in Bucks County, police announced on Monday, Dec. 23. Christopher Michael Scott was arrested after multiple theft reports from the Westminster Apartments in the 600 block of Valley Road, Warrington police said. Authorities began investigating complaints from residents who reported stolen packages. Apartment management provided surveillance footage and a list of complaints, which helped identify Scott as one of the suspects, according to police. On Saturday, Nov. 30, officers conducted surveill…
Amazon Driver Flees After Hitting Customer's Commack House, Police Say Amazon Driver Flees After Hitting Customer's Commack House, Police Say
Amazon Driver Flees After Hitting Customer's Commack House, Police Say Prime delivery it was not.Authorities are asking for help in locating an Amazon delivery driver accused of hitting a customer’s house with their car and then fleeing. The incident happened in Commack, at a residence on Hayrick Lane, at around 8:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16. Suffolk County Police said the delivery driver pulled their Chevrolet SUV into the customer’s driveway but forgot to set the parking brake.  While they were delivering the package, the SUV rolled forward and struck the customer’s garage door. The driver then fled the scene without reporting the incident, police said. …
'Runaway' Amazon Vehicle Backs Into Residence In Katonah, Causes Damage: Police 'Runaway' Amazon Vehicle Backs Into Residence In Katonah, Causes Damage: Police
'Runaway' Amazon Vehicle Backs Into Residence In Katonah, Causes Damage: Police A Northern Westchester home was damaged after an Amazon delivery driver accidentally backed into it, police said. The incident happened on Thursday morning, Dec. 19, when the delivery driver accidentally left their vehicle in reverse while exiting it at a residence on Pine Hill Drive in Katonah, according to Bedford Police Lieutenant Jeff Gulick. According to Gulick, the driver thought they left the vehicle in park. The "runaway" vehicle then went through a few yards, damaged a fence, and hit the home, he added.  After hitting the residence, the driver temporarily left the scene, but …
Teamsters Union Launches Strike Against Amazon Teamsters Union Launches Strike Against Amazon
Teamsters Union Launches Strike Against Amazon As the holiday season peaks, the Teamsters Union has initiated a significant strike against Amazon, targeting facilities in four states. This action is described as the largest labor movement in the company’s history. On Thursday morning, December 19, union members began protests at a fulfillment center in Queens, New York, with additional strikes occurring in Atlanta, Southern California, and Skokie, Illinois. The union aims to highlight unacceptable working conditions and Amazon’s refusal to engage in collective bargaining.  Their demands include better wages, hours, and benefits fo…
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 …
Amazon Dismissed Warnings On High Rates Of Worker Injuries, Report Says Amazon Dismissed Warnings On High Rates Of Worker Injuries, Report Says
Amazon Dismissed Warnings On High Rates Of Worker Injuries, Report Says ityAmazon is under fire following a US Senate report accusing the company of prioritizing speed over worker safety.  Released by the majority staff of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee late Sunday night, Dec. 15, the report claims Amazon’s intense focus on productivity has led to unsafe working conditions. The Senate report outlines how Amazon’s warehouse workers face high rates of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and other injuries caused by repetitive tasks and demanding quotas.  It accuses Amazon of knowingly exposing employees to these risks, …
Distracted Delivery Driver Hits Grandmother, Girl Near Franklin Township Bus Stop, Police Say Distracted Delivery Driver Hits Grandmother, Girl Near Franklin Township Bus Stop, Police Say
Distracted Delivery Driver Hits Grandmother, Girl Near Franklin Township Bus Stop, Police Say An Amazon delivery driver was accused of using her phone when she struck a young girl and her grandmother near a Gloucester County bus stop, authorities said. Laura Mayo Pulgarin of Philadelphia was charged with two counts of assault by auto, the Franklin Township Police Department said in a news release on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. Officers responded to the crash scene on the 1800 block of Grant Avenue at around 4:28 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11. Investigators said Pulgarin, 22, ignored a Franklin Township School District bus that was stopped with its red flashin…
Whole Foods Opens First 'Daily Shop' Store: Here's What's Inside Debut NY Location Whole Foods Opens First 'Daily Shop' Store: Here's What's Inside Debut NY Location
Whole Foods Opens First 'Daily Shop' Store: Here's What's Inside Debut NY Location Whole Foods Market has unveiled its first-ever 'Daily Shop,' a smaller-format store designed for urban convenience. The debut location is in New York City, in Manhattan’s Lenox Hill neighborhood. The 9,101-square-foot store at 1175 Third Avenue is tailored to meet the fast-paced needs of Upper East side residents with its compact size and curated offerings. “New York City has been home to Whole Foods for over 20 years, and we’re excited to expand our presence with this innovative new format,” said Christina Minardi, executive vice president of growth and development at Whole Food…
Amazon Workers Go On Strike, Protest In 20 Nations, Including US Amazon Workers Go On Strike, Protest In 20 Nations, Including US
Amazon Workers Go On Strike, Protest In 20 Nations, Including US Amid the busiest shopping weekend of the holiday season, workers for Amazon, the world's largest online retailer, have gone on strike. Protesting under the banner of “Make Amazon Pay.” employees have walked off the job across six continents in 20 countries, including the United States. The strike is scheduled to last from Black Friday on Nov. 29 through Cyber Monday, Dec. 2, the UNI Global Union announced, saying protests will be held in majors cities in the US, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, India, Brazil and elsewhere. The strike could cause customers' holiday deliveries …