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Lead with Your Head and Heart When Giving This Holiday Season
Now is the time of year when many people choose to give back to support the causes closest to them. Unfortunately, it’s also the time…
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Protect Your Computer From Tech Support Scams
In a tech support scam, fraudsters pose as representatives from well-known tech companies like Microsoft, Apple, or antivirus software providers. They use scare tactics, claiming…
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Penn Medicine’s Acquisition of Doylestown Health to Be Finalized This Week
After receiving final regulatory approval, University of Pennsylvania Health System plans to complete its acquisition of Doylestown Health next week, writes Harold Brubaker for The…
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Federal Judge Blocks Merger Between Kroger and Acme Markets Parent Albertsons
A federal judge has blocked the planned mega-merger between Kroger and Albertsons, the parent company of Malvern-based Acme Markets, writes Steve Watkins for the Philadelphia…
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How to Protect Your Cards and Avoid Holiday Shopping Scams
For many consumers, the holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year. Unfortunately, most scammers would agree. Debit and credit card scams increase…
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Don’t Give Real Money to Fake Charity Scams
Each year, Americans contribute over $400 billion to charity, but scammers exploit our generosity. Let’s explore the warning signs of charity scams, how to protect…
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AARP Pennsylvania Recognizes Attorney General Michelle Henry as a Community Fraud Fighter
AARP Pennsylvania recognized the Commonwealth’s Attorney General Michelle Henry as a Community Fraud Fighter of distinction. This distinction honors the dedication of individuals who are…
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Protect Your Financial Health From Medicare Scams
If you’re one of 64 million Americans eligible for Medicare, you may be targeted by criminals for your personal information and Medicare benefits. The Federal…
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The Dark Web and Identity Theft: What You Should Know
Fraud and identity theft are a quickly growing threat, costing U.S. consumers billions of dollars a year. One of the biggest drivers of identity theft…
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Firstrust Bank Releases New SAFE 1NK Pens to Help Customers Avoid Falling Victim to Check Fraud
Newly released Federal Trade Commission data show consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to fraud in 2023, marking a 14 percent increase over reported…
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AARP Pennsylvania Raises Awareness on Cryptocurrency Scams
AARP Pennsylvania is elevating its efforts to educate its members and the public about the escalating threats posed by cryptocurrency scams. With the digital currency…
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Penn Community Bank Leaders Testify in PA House Field Hearing on Fraud Prevention
Leaders from Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, joined state lawmakers and area business and government officials at a hearing…
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First Bank Sheds Light on Online Dating Scams — and How To Turn Them Down
Dating scammers try to steal your heart … and your money. The rise of online dating sites and apps has made looking for love more…
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Protect Your Identity During Tax Season
As tax season approaches, it’s time to prep your financials and stay on guard against the looming threat of tax identity theft. It is perfect…
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Donate Wisely: Be Aware of Holiday Charity Scams
The holidays are an important time of year for nonprofits. According to Charity Navigator, charities receive an average of 41 percent of their donations in December.…
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First Bank: Do You Know What Phishing Looks Like?
Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of…
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