Monthly Archives: February 2011

Be Careful Buying Firewood

February 24, 2011
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As heating fuel prices rise, demand keeps growing for firewood and consumers are turning to various sources — including internet advertising services like Craigslist, Backpage, and BeatYourPrice — to look for options. But this season’s complaints to the Department of Consumer Protection indicate that some firewood vendors using free advertising sources may promise more...

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Toyota Recalls 2.17 Million Toyota and Lexus For Accelerator Issues, Even Chinese Upset

February 24, 2011
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Toyota Motor Corp. said today is recalling 2.17 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles sold in the U.S. for carpet and floor mat flaws that could interfere with the gas pedal. Wednesday it recalled 1.28 other vehicles around the world. Included in the recall are 769,000 Highlanders, Highlander Hybrids, and Lexus RX330s, RX350s and RX400hs...

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Free Dental Care Available To Low Income People In Connecticut

February 24, 2011
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The Connecticut State Dental Association (CSDA) today announces the availability of their latest website features. The CSDA recently updated the website to include a calendar of free dental services taking place throughout the state. “We want to be a resource to the public,” said Carol Dingeldey, CSDA Executive Director. “Connecticut dentists and oral hygiene...

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Cuba 3: How Do I Get to Visit Cuba? Work At It!

February 21, 2011
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Cuba 3: How Do I Get to Visit Cuba? Work At It!

Cuba: A Visit in Three-Parts Earlier. Cuba today Earlier. A mission to help Cuban kids enjoy their baseball Now. Travel restrictions and opportunities HAVANA, Cuba — Can you just go to Cuba? No. Yes. Yes and No. Mostly no. Maybe. This is my second trip to Cuba in recent years and each time I...

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