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Published for the Borough of Queens

VOLUME 27, NO. 49 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2022 25 CENTS

CONSUMER ALERT: Suozzi Presents Purple Heart to

NYS Division of Consumer Iraq War Veteran
Protection Provides Tips to
Help Consumers Navigate The
Holiday Shopping Season

Discover What to Look for When Reviewing Return and Refund
Policies

As part of its five-part consumer alert holiday series, the Depart-
ment of State’s Division of Consumer Protection reminds shoppers
of New York State laws that protect consumers so they can make
informed decisions about holiday purchases. To avoid surprises,
DCP recommends that consumers carefully review and understand
what to look for when reviewing return and refund policies.
“Experts are predicting a strong holiday spending season despite
recent economic challenges and as a result, we’re expecting more
consumer activity this holiday season,” said New York Secretary
of State Robert Rodriguez. “To avoid any surprises, I urge New
Yorkers to pay attention to policies surrounding returns and
refunds to be sure you are comfortable with the terms and know
the policy before you buy.”
Around the holidays, gift givers and receivers often change their
minds. According to the National Retail Federation, retail returns
increased significantly last year (16.6% in 2021 versus 10.6% in
2020) and this year they’re expecting more. To help navigate the
busy shopping season, DCP offers the following tips:

(Continued on page 2) Congressman Tom Suozzi presented the historic and prestigious Purple Heart to Iraq
War veteran, Chris Levi of Melville. See story on page 6.
NYS Senator Liu Held Corona’s P.S.14Q, The Fairview School,

Holiday Block Party Performed at the 90th Annual Christmas

in Rockefeller Center Event Story

NYS Senator John Liu started the said, “Nobody does the holidays
Holiday Block Party with caroling like northeast Queens! Despite a
by the NY Young Arts Founda- little wet weather, the rain couldn’t
tion. After the caroling remarks dampen our spirits, and our com-
were made by NYS Sen. John munity came together for a fun-
Liu, Assemblymembers Edward filled evening of caroling, local
Braunstein and David Weprin. cuisine, games, prizes and more.
After the elected officials remarks Thanks to the Bayside Village BID,
the Tarumi Violinists continued Bayside Business Association, and
caroling. Following the caroling all our local restaurants, businesses,
games were played. A wonderful musicians and people who chipped
time was had by all. in to make our annual holiday block Corona’s P.S.14Q, 5 Grade Choir preformed at the 90th Annual Christmas in Rockefeller
NY State Senator John Liu party a tremendous success.” Center Tree Lighting Special Event. See story on page 2.

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