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Index: Pages/ Home, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
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The BBB Urges Consumers To
Be Cautious Of A Solicitation For Water Line Warranties
The Better Business Bureau is alerting Valley consumers to be cautious of a mailing sent by the company, Home Services USA. The mailer appears to be from the State of Ohio and offers a warranty on water lines going into the home.
The BBB has received numerous calls questioning the legitimacy of the letter. The mailing appears to be from the State of Ohio, the county and city in which the recipient of letter resides. The mailer also states that the company accepts various forms of payment and urges those who are interested to respond by February 19.
*The company's Reliability Report is under review pending the results of the BBB's current investigation of advertising issues. *
The BBB offers the following advice to homeowners who may be considering home warranty coverage:
Verify the warranty company's track record. Find out whether it's a local or national firm and how long it's been in business. Contact the BBB to find trustworthy businesses.
Do some comparison-shopping. Most policies cost between $300 and $395. But not all offer the same benefits. You may find that some of the lower-priced policies charge extra for coverage of water wells and some appliances, such as washing machines and dryers.
Consider the deductible. The industry average is $50 to $100 per claim. But some companies charge as much as $150 per call.
Ask the company who will perform the repairs. Most warranty companies have their own network of service contractors. But some do allow you to hire a contractor of your choice. Be sure you understand the company policy before you buy the service.
Get a detailed, impartial inspection of the house. This should be done regardless of whether you receive a home warranty. The inspection will alert you to any pre-existing problems, which may not be covered by the warranty.
Call the warranty company before you buy a policy. Ask questions, clarify coverage and most importantly, see how the customer service representatives treat you. If they don't respond promptly and courteously before you buy a policy, odds are they won't be very helpful after the sale.
Read the contract thoroughly. Make sure you fully understand what is or isn't covered.
For more information, contact your BBB at 330.744.3111 or visit www.youngstown.bbb.org
The BBB is an unbiased non-profit organization that sets and upholds high standards for fair and honest business behavior. Businesses that earn BBB accreditation contractually agree and adhere to the organization's high standards of ethical business behavior. The BBB provides objective advice, free business BBB Reliability ReportsTM and charity BBB Wise Giving ReportsTM, and educational information on topics affecting marketplace trust. To further promote trust, the BBB also offers complaint and dispute resolution support for consumers and businesses when there is difference in viewpoints. The first BBB was founded in 1912. Today, 126 BBBs serve communities across the U.S. and Canada, evaluating and monitoring nearly 4 million local and national businesses.
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Youngstown Panhellenic Meeting
Youngstown Panhellenic will hold its next meeting February 16, 2010 6PM at the Poland Library. Dr. Andrew Schmutz will speak on "Your Healthy Body".
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Aging parents Support group
The support group meetings for adult children with aging parents which began on January 16 will continue throughout the month of February. All meetings are free and open to the public. They are held at 11 am on Saturdays at Canfield Christian Church, 123 S. Broad St., next to the Oddfellows Lodge. For more information, please call the church office at 330-533-2246.
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Kenya Roberts-Howard Named Senior Program Coordinator
for Youngstown Neighborhood
Development Corporation
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NORTHMAR: CAMA is helping Haiti
Compassion and Mercy Associates (CAMA) has designated $25,000 for immediate assistance to the earthquake survivors, including clean water, emergency shelter, medical aid, and other necessities, and will provide long term help in rebuilding efforts and integrating Jesus' message of redemption with practical acts of compassion. If you would like to donate to the CAMA Advance Fund visit us online at www.camaservices.org/urgent/haiti-earthquake-relief.php.
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Girard High School Class of 1955 2010 Reunion
Girard High Class of 55 Committee has chosen August 21, 2010 for their reunion dinner. The location is Vernon's Cafe & Banquet Centre, 720 Youngstown Warren Rd. The committee is planning a three day affair.
For more information contact Susan Carnahan Thomas 330.545.9463 DUSTYTHOM@AOL.COM or Joe Costarella 330.545.3035 JRC1120@AOL.COM. If you are in contact with any Girard High Class of 1955 members please forward this information.
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Well, I saw my driveway last week for the first time in several days. Now, if the snow will just all melt so we're not left with piles of dirty, ugly stuff. City streets and major highways are also clear but we are left with something that no one likes-potholes!
We probably all feel like we live in Pot Hole City, USA. I know there are very few streets where I live that doesn't have an abundance of pot holes. Have you noticed how they increase from day to day? Driving on these streets takes expert maneuvering and a watchful eye. I am sure the police have a hard time determining, is it a drunk driver or just a pot hole dodger driving down the street?
Cold patching of holes is good for a short time but soon the holes are back and now, we may have damage to our vehicles. So, it's off to the repair shop, up on the rack and prepare yourself for the damage report. If you go to your city to complain and/or show them the repair bill, their answers are usually two-fold. Sorry, we are doing the best we can or we just don't have the funds available to fill them all. We all know here we go from here-yep, to the mechanic and hope we can cover the cost of repairs.
This question is for those of us who are older drivers. You know, the "Old Fogey's" on the highway. Do you recall the highways being so bad in years past? Maybe it's just my memory but I've driven many a mile in many states and the highways just seem to get worse every winter. By the way, has anyone driven south on Rt. 11 recently? Well, I guess we should be extra thankful for our occasional short, mild Winters.
However, when we consider the plight of people in other countries, especially those in Haiti, the aggravation of pot holes is as nothing. The devastation there and the loss of lives is beyond my comprehension. We should try to help however we can through reputable organizations and pray for those who have survived. On second thought, what's a few pot holes anyway.
The Common Man
Let me know what you think by sending your
comments to mail@thereviewnewspapers.com
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Get Ready for Wear RED Day!
One day a year red takes over as the most fashionable color in the Tri-County area to be seen in! That day is the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women® "Wear Red Day."
On Friday, Feb. 5, show your support of the Go Red For Women movement, a nationwide movement that celebrates the energy, passion and power women have to band together and wipe out heart disease, by wearing red! One in three women has cardiovascular disease, and every minute one woman dies as a result of this health threat, that is approximately 460,000 women each year.
Research shows that women who "Go Red" are more likely to make healthy choices. For example:
· More than 40 percent have lost weight.
· More than half have increased their exercise.
· Six out of ten have changed their diets.
· 53 percent have checked their cholesterol levels.
· One third have investigated their family's history of heart disease or talked to their doctors about their personal heart risks.
Thanks to the participation of millions of people across the country, the color red and the red dress have become linked with creating awareness of heart disease in women. Go Red For Women is channeling its energies and resources to challenge real women nationwide to discover their personal heart health risk and choose to live a heart healthy lifestyle. Go Red provides tools and information women need to protect themselves and their loved ones.
Wear red on Friday, Feb.5, to help save the hearts of women who are loved by many. Visit www.GoRedForWomen.org to find out more about Wear Red Day and Go Red For Women. Below are some tips for daily living.
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Saint Mary and Joseph School Night at the Races
Saturday, February 6 at St. Mary's Social Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. buffet at 6:15 p.m. Post Time 7 p.m. Horse sponsor is $2. Vent Sponsor is $25. Admission is $15. Event Support is $10. For ticket information or to purchase a horse contact the SSMJ school office at 330-872-7676 or email Julie Stimpert at jstimpert@ssmj.org.
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Krakowiaki Paczki Sale
February 1-11th
These delicious homemade treats will be ready for pick-up on Monday, February 15th from 5-7 PM at St. Stanislaus and St. Joseph the Provider so you can enjoy them with your family on Fat Tuesday morning.
$1/ paczek $5/six paczki $10/one dozen Preordered/ prepaid only FLAVORS AVAILABLE: Plain/ Apricot / Raspberry/ Plum/ Custard Eating paczki is the traditional Polish way to indulge before the fasting in observance of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Although they look like jelly doughnuts, paczki are made from especially rich dough containing eggs, fats, sugar and sometimes milk. Traditionally, a small amount of Spiritus grain alcohol is added to the dough before cooking; as it evaporates, it prevents the absorption of oil deep into the dough. More info available here.
All proceeds to benefit the Krakowiaki Polish Folk Circle costume fund.
For more information call 330-550-0134 or go to www.polishyoungstown.com
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