Scam articles
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The 2017 GOP tax scam is paying for itself—by taxing scammed seniors
It’s no secret that the proliferation of scams targeting elderly Americans has increased dramatically with the expansive spread of information technology. Older Americans are particularly vulnerable to such scams, a disturbing reality that was made clear to me shortly before my father passed away. My parents, both in their 80s, were being inundated by scam phone calls and mailings, including the infamous grandparent scam, literally on a daily basis. Because they, like many older Americans, grew...
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Protect Yourself from Scams Event Full Presentation
On April 17th 2024, Champlain National Bank hosted a presentation titled “Protect Yourself from Scams” highlighting some of the new ways scammers target their potential victims. The event was hosted by Champlain National Bank Security Officer Medara Sherman.
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Local venues warning of ticket scam
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Local venues like Wave and organizers of the upcoming Dam Jam Music Festival are warning of scam websites that are charging higher prices for tickets to concerts and events in the