Commentary Alan Edrinn returns to eNews Park Forest with a degree in Journalism from Northern Illinois University, and we at ENEWSPF couldn’t be happier. Alan will report on local news and events in Park Forest and surrounding areas. We look forward to his contributions. An archived listing of Alan’s past[Read More…]
Month: August 2010
Last Chance To Take Advantage Of College Illinois!® August Discounts
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.–(ENEWSPF)–August 24, 2010. As students return back to school, now is the time to lock in college tuition prices with the College Illinois!® 529 Prepaid Tuition Program’s discounted August prices, according to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC). That’s because Tuesday, August 31, is the final day to take[Read More…]
Faith United Protestant Church to Celebrate Homecoming Sunday September 12
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–August 24, 2010. Faith United Protestant Church, 10 Hemlock, Park Forest, IL, will be celebrating Homecoming Sunday on September 12 following the 10:15 a.m. service. Activities for all ages are being planned. Food and beverages will be provided. All are welcome to attend. For additional information, call the[Read More…]
Char-Broil Recalls Vertical Gas Smokers Due to Injury Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–August 24, 2010. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]
Baby Hammock Metal Stands Recalled by MamaLittleHelper Due to Fall Hazard
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–August 24, 2010. The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Infant and Toddler Hammock[Read More…]
Baby Hammocks Recalled by MamaLittleHelper Due to Suffocation Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–August 24, 2010. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]
Williams-Sonoma Recalls Baby Bottle Warmers Due to Burn Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–August 24, 2010. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]
Floods in Pakistan: FTC Warns Consumers to Give Wisely
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–August 24, 2010. In the wake of the devastation caused by flooding in Pakistan and along the border between China and North Korea, the Federal Trade Commission warns consumers to choose carefully when considering urgent appeals for aid in the news, online, and at social networking sites. The best[Read More…]
Gulf Coast Marks Katrina Anniversary, Copes with BP Disaster, Leads on Clean Energy
New Orleans–(ENEWSPF)–August 24, 2010. As the fifth anniversary of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita approaches, Gulf Coast residents are continuing to cope with the damage wrought by the latest tragedy, the BP oil disaster. Gulf Coast communities are also leading the way in clean energy solutions that will prevent future oil[Read More…]
DOJ Officials Raise Awareness of Disaster Fraud Hotline for Reporting Oil Spill-Related Schemes
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–August 24, 2010. As the Deepwater Horizon oil spill clean-up efforts continue and the Gulf Coast Claims Facility (GCCF) opens its doors, the Department of Justice is reminding members of the public to be aware of and report any instances of suspected fraudulent activity related to relief operations and funding[Read More…]