Breaking Chair Legs Injure Several People, Sparking Massive Recall
More than 158,000 outdoor chairs and barstools are being recalled after several people were injured when the chairs' legs broke, officials said.
Clark Associates is recalling about 158,486 Lancaster Table & Seating powder-coated aluminum outdoor chairs and barstools, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Feb. 5. The recall includes three models of armchairs, side chairs without arms, and barstools.
The recall was issued after reports that chair and barstool legs can fail during normal use. The Lancaster, Pennsylvania, company has received 36 reports of chair…
Amazon Adds Fresh Groceries To Same-Day Delivery: What To Know
Amazon is expanding its same-day deliveries to include fresh produce, meat, dairy, and other grocery staples.
Thousands of perishable items have been added to Amazon's Same-Day Delivery service, the company announced in a news release on Wednesday, Aug. 13. The rollout covers more than 1,000 US cities and towns, with a target of more than 2,300 by the end of 2025.
Amazon Prime members will get quick access to fresh foods like fruit, vegetables, meat, and baked goods.
“We're continuously innovating to make grocery shopping simpler, faster, and more affordable for our customers, es…
'Proud American' Who Immigrated From Ethiopia Wins $1M Scratch-Off Prize In Maryland
He came to the US with curiosity, learned the ropes — and just scratched his way to $1 million.
A Silver Spring man, who calls himself a “proud American citizen” originally from Ethiopia, has claimed a $1 million top prize from the Maryland Lottery’s Gold Rush 777 scratch-off game, officials said.
The winner, who chose to remain anonymous, said the Lottery was completely foreign to him when he arrived in the country, but he paid attention, listened to friends, and slowly figured it out.
“It was all new to me,” he said. “But thankfully I took the time to learn.”
That patience paid off big.…
$50K Lottery Jackpot Marks Third Big Win For Burtonsville Man
Lightning doesn’t just strike twice—it strikes three times for one lucky Maryland lottery player who just bagged his third big win.
A longtime player from Burtonsville, known only by his nickname “Bag of the Money,” scored a $50,000 prize on the Money Bags scratch-off, marking his third major payout, Maryland Lottery officials announced.
The Montgomery County man, who previously won $10,000 and another $50,000 prize in the past, recently claimed his latest windfall.
Unlike his earlier winnings, which he invested in the stock market, this time, he has a more practical plan for the cash.
“T…
Contractor Stole $250K, Gaslit New Fairfield Homeowner For Months Over Unfinished Job: Cops
A Connecticut homeowner’s dream renovation turned into a $265,000 nightmare, and now the contractor faces criminal charges, authorities said.
William P. Rogers, of Lagrangeville, New York, has been charged with first-degree larceny after allegedly accepting $265,000 for several home improvements he never started, according to Connecticut State Police.
In April 2023, a New Fairfield homeowner hired Rogers, of Valley Home Renovations, for a major project. The job included structural improvements, a new kitchen, a roof, a garage, and a stormwater management system. Rogers quoted the work…
200-Year-Old Historic Willington Home That Belonged To Famed Figure Hits Market For $410K
For anyone looking to own a piece of Connecticut history, a 200-year-old home that belonged to a famed Nutmegger recently went up for sale.
The Hiram Rider House, a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home in Tolland County, is listed for sale at $409,900.
The 2,592-square-foot Willington home at 238 Tolland Turnpike was built in 1820 for Hiram Rider "who served as a judge, county sheriff, town Selectman, state representative, and state treasurer," according to Historic Buildings of Connecticut. It remained in the Rider family for multiple generations.
For co…
Bernie Marcus, Billionaire Co-Founder Of The Home Depot From Newark, Dead At 95
Bernie Marcus, who helped found The Home Depot and grew up in Newark, died on Monday, Nov. 4 at the age of 95, the hardware chain announced.
Born to Russian Jewish immigrants, Marcus dreamed of being a doctor while growing up in Newark, according to an obituary posted by The Home Depot. His family couldn't afford medical school, so he attended Rutgers University and received a degree in pharmacy, his obituary reads.
Marcus worked for several companies before he became chairman of the board and president of Handy Dan Improvement Centers, according to his obituary. After getting fired from Ha…
