Children’s Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson’s Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead. Consumer should immediately stop using product and contact the firm to receive a free replacement chalkboard panel. For additional information, contact MacPherson's at (866) 319-5335 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, online at www.art-alternatives.com/recall or send email to recall@macphersonart.com
Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock Hazard
Insulation inside the Sony VAIO Computer AC Adapter can fail posing an electrical shock hazard. The recalled AC adapter model is the Sony VGP-AC19V17. Turn off their computer and stop using immediately and contact Sony to arrange for a free replacement of the affected AC adapter. For more information, contact Sony toll-free at (877) 361-4481 anytime, or at esupport.sony.com/ac19adapter

 

Adventure Playsets Recall to Repair Backyard Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard
The plastic coated lumber on the horizontal ladder (monkey bar/swing beam) can weaken over time due to rotting of the whitewood (spruce, pine and fir species), resulting in a fall hazard. For more information, contact Adventure Playsets toll-free at (877) 840-9068 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.adventureplaysets.com.
The Life is Good Company Travel Mugs Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
The travel mugs can become excessively hot to the touch when filled with hot liquids, posing a burn hazard. Consumers can return the mugs to receive a credit or gift certificate for the amount of the purchase price. Contact Life is good at (888) 339-2987 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Mon- Thurs and 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Friday or at www.lifeisgood.com

 

Samsung™ Over-the-Range Microwaves Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
Samsung Over-the-Range Microwaves was recalled due to shock hazard. If an installation bolt comes in contact with an electrical component inside the unit and the microwave is plugged into an ungrounded outlet, it could create a shock hazard. Stop using the the product, and contact Samsung to schedule a free repair.

Contact Samsung toll-free at (888) 402-6974 9-9 ET 7 days a week or at www.samsung.com/otrrecall

Directors Chairs Sold at Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
The chair back supports can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Lowe's store for a full refund. For additional information, contact White Tiger at (877) 251-5558 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT, or visit www.lowes.com 
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"Christmas Memories" show in Kennewick this weekend
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Bell ringers hit the storefronts
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Scam targets businesses in Walla Walla
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Donations down, need up. KNDU/KNDO's Family Food Drive coming up
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Several schools in Oregon close for the day
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Bridge to Bridge brainstorm meeting
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Bicycle Trailer Recall
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Officer slain in Las Vegas grew up in Yakima
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Sunnyside family files suit against local doctors
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Dr. Flemming departs as President of PNWU
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Salvation Army kicks off Kettle Drive
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YSO investigating early morning shooting that killed one man near Wapato
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Holiday travel and extra expenses keep shuttle companies busy
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Toys for Tots collection in full swing
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November is American Diabetes Month
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YSO investigating homicide near Wapato
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