Securing Vacation Refunds After a Positive COVID Test
After a positive COVID-19 test interrupted summer travel plans, one man called Better Get Baquero to help secure a refund. Lynda Baquero reports.
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Getting Charged for COVID Tests at Airports
While the NYC Test & Trace Corps doesn’t charge for their rapid testing at LaGuardia Airport, there are no stipulations in the CARE Act limiting how much to charge for a COVID test — leaving some with a hefty bill. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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Social Media Scam Warning Over Fake FEMA Funds
A social media giant said it’s being inundated with spam offers where victims can lose thousands of dollars. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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Peloton Recalls Treadmills After Reports of Injuries, Child's Death
A slew of injuries and the death of one child led Peloton to recall two of its treadmill models, with customers urged to stop using the products and return them to the company.NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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How to Get Vaccinations for Home-Bound Seniors in NYC
NYC recently launched a program to reach residents who are most at-risk of contracting COVID-19, but can’t reach a vaccine site or leave their homes. But some have found it difficult to sign up for the program. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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Tax Changes May Allow Some Unemployment Recipients to Get Money Back
Those who qualified for unemployment benefits in 2020 and already filed their taxes may be entitled to get some money back. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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New Jersey Man Receives Endless Georgia Lottery Calls After Phone Listing Mishap
“Is this the Georgia Lottery?” That’s the question Seymour Berger said he kept getting on his home’s phone line in New Jersey over and over again. “They call me 3, 4, 5 o’clock in the morning,” Berger told News 4 New York’s Better Get Baquero. For nearly two months, Berger said his phone has been ring... -
NJ Man Keeps Getting Calls at Home About Mega Millions in Georgia
For nearly two months, a New Jersey man has been getting calls at all hours of the night asking if they have the winning numbers for Mega Millions in Georgia — turns out, it was due to a mistake from a Google result NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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Feds Warn About Gift Card Scams
Feds are sounding the alarm for gift card scams that are costing consumers millions of dollars. A tri-state lawmaker is looking to pass legislation to protect consumers. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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Strangers Helping Strangers Online Get Vaccinated
Getting a COVID vaccine appointment can be daunting, considering the overwhelming demand, so there is now a Facebook group that helps people know when there are new openings at vaccination sites in New Jersey. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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Staying Safe While Sledding
All that snow can make for some good sledding – but as Lynda Baquero reports – it can also make for bumps and bruises. Here’s how to stay safe on the slopes.
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Finding a Bone Marrow Transplant for 5-Year-Old Girl During COVID
It’s been more difficult to get donors during this time. Watch this young girls process as community efforts are saving her life.
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Last Minute Year-End Tax Tips
As the year winds down, time is running out on maximizing your tax deductions and minimizing how much you owe Uncle Sam. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero shares some last-minute tips.
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How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off When Purchasing Gift Cards
Some tips on how not to get ripped off with gift cards, Lynda Baquero reports.
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Iced Out: Inside the Fight to Keep a Connecticut Ice Rink Open
A Connecticut ice rink is in danger of closing. Lynda Baquero reports.
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How Has the Pandemic Impacted Customer Service?
NBC and Telemundo consumer teams across the country went in search of the pandemic’s impact on customer service. Lynda Baquero reports.
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Stores Try Finding Ways to Get Customers to Spend Change Amid Shortage
U.S. Mint says coin supply is plentiful but circulation has been disrupted by business shutdowns. News 4 Consumer Reporter Lynda Baquero reports.
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NBC, Telemundo Launch Customer Service Survey for Pandemic
NBC Responds and Telemundo Responde are asking our viewers and users across our digital platforms to participate in a nationwide survey on customer service during the coronavirus pandemic. Lynda Baquero reports.
