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Current Product Recalls

Infants Strangled to Death in Simplicity Bassinets: CPSC Urges Consumers To Stop Using Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 Convertible "Close-Sleeper" Models
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging parents and caregivers to stop using convertible "close-sleeper/bedside sleeper" bassinets manufactured by Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa. CPSC has learned of two strangulation deaths in the co-sleeper bassinets.
[...more] | Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:30:00 GMT

Indoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by Lithonia Lighting Due to Impact Hazard
The glass reflector can separate from the fixture and fall, posing a risk of injury to consumers below the fixture.
[...more] | Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Goodman Company Recalls Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (PTAC) Units Due to Fire Hazard
The PTAC?s power cords can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard.
[...more] | Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:30:00 GMT

IMS Recalls Car Chargers Used With Halogen Spotlights Sold at Sears and K-Mart Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The car charger is incompatible with the spotlight's battery, which can cause it to overcharge inside of a vehicle and pose a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Stroller Activity Bars Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking Hazard
The shiny material on the elephant's ear on the activity bar can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
[...more] | Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Coffee Makers Recalled by Sears Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The wiring in the coffee maker can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
[...more] | Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Power Light Modules Recalled by GCI Technologies Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Internal wiring in the module's circuit boards is incorrectly installed, posing a risk of an electrical fire and burn hazards to consumers.
[...more] | Fri, 22 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT

CPSC Warns of Dangers at Home in the Aftermath of Tropical Storm Fay
Portable gas generators, often used by consumers to restore power to their homes and businesses in the aftermath of a storm, produce high levels of deadly carbon monoxide (CO). CPSC warns consumers that generators should be used outdoors only, far from doors, windows, and vents that could allow CO to come indoors.
[...more] | Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Venmar CES Inc. Recalls Heat Recovery Ventilators Due to Fire Hazard
The motors in these units can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Cervelo SA Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard
The forks steerer can break during normal use, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
[...more] | Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Electrical Wire Splices Recalled Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
The splice can fail to hold the wires adequately together, posing a shock and fire hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Steam Cleaners Recalled by Thane International Due to Burn Hazard
Steam can escape from the handle and trigger of the steam cleaner, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Electra Bicycle Company Expands Recall of Amsterdam Bicycles; Chain Can Derail and Pose Injury Risk to Riders
The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain causing it to derail, which poses a risk of injury to riders.
[...more] | Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:30:00 GMT

Hobbico Inc. Recalls Batteries Used In Radio-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard
The rechargeable battery can overheat and catch fire while charging, igniting nearby combustible materials. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
[...more] | Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:30:00 GMT

Flame Weeders Recalled by Gardener?s Supply Co. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The two-piece brass control valve can separate between the flame weeder and the propane tank and allow propane to leak from the tank. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
[...more] | Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:30:00 GMT
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Suicide Bomber Kills 25 West Of Baghdad

Suicide Bomber Kills 25 West Of Baghdad

Iraqi police and hospital officials say at least 25 people have been killed and 29 wounded in a suicide bombing on the western outskirts of Baghdad.

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Lackawanna Mayor's SUV Questioned

Lackawanna Mayor's SUV Questioned

The Mayor of Lackawanna is now responding to questions about the use of tax dollars for a new 2008 Ford Escape SUV which is assigned exclusively to Mayor Norman Polanski.

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Sports

Bills Lose Rookie Tight End Fine Indefinitely

Bills Lose Rookie Tight End Fine Indefinitely

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -AP- Buffalo Bills rookie tight end Derek Fine is out indefinitely after surgery to repair a thumb injury.
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1. County Jail Inmate Escapes

Authorities from all over western New York are searching for an inmate who escaped Tuesday afternoon. It happened at a landfill in the outskirts of Chautauqua County while a work release program was underway.

2. Senecas Stop Construction at Allegany and Buffalo Creek Territories

The Seneca Gaming Corporation is suspending construction due to "various factors." 2 On Your Side has tough questions with the Seneca Nation and reaction from local leaders.

3. New York Magazine Article Profiles Buffalo's Big Apple Transplants

Asks former New Yorkers what could possibly make them want to leave and move to Buffalo?

4. Buffalo 3rd Poorest Large City

The numbers are out and Buffalo is now the third poorest large city. That's actually down from last years U.S. Census figures.

5. Sexual Assault at Buff State

A female student was sexually assaulted Tuesday night on Buffalo State's campus. 

She was walking on Iroquois Drive near the Moore residence complex around 8:10 Tuesday night. 

6. Landslides In Southern Tier


The land is slipping away along Scoby Hill Road, where the State DOT is working on the expansion of the Route 219 Expressway.

7. Investigation Continues After 14-Year-Old Shot and Killed

Buffalo Police said Wednesday afternoon they have no suspects following a Tuesday night shooting that left a 14-year-old girl dead and a 13-year-old boy injured.

17. Bills Lose Rookie Tight End Fine Indefinitely

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -AP- Buffalo Bills rookie tight end Derek Fine is out indefinitely after surgery to repair a thumb injury.

18. You Can Still Help 2 Pack a Backpack

Thank you for donating 2 Pack a Backpack.
So far, the Boys and Girls Clubs have received 4,000 applications from children in need.  We collected an estimated 1,500 backpacks in one day thanks to your generosity.
You can still help make sure each and every child in Western New York has everything they need to start the new school year off right by calling the Boys and Girls Clubs with more donations at 825-0106!

20. Share Your Aud Memories with 2 On Your Side

2 On Your Side is working on a special report about the Aud's history and we'd like to share your stories with all of Western New York.

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