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Recall Notice: Caraluzzi’s Markets Issues Voluntary Recall of Italian Style Seafood Burgers Containing Undeclared Egg

Consumers who have purchased Italian Style Seafood Burgers are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of the product.

Read more about the recall now.  
Photo displays a wooden gavel in a courtroom, part of Connecticut Consumer Protection's warning about jury duty scams.

Consumer Alert: Jury Duty Scam Attempts to Steal Money and Personal Information

The Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) is warning the public of a law enforcement imposter scam that alerts recipients about missing jury duty and demands action intended to steal their money and personal information.
Learn more about jury duty scams.  

DCP Issues Summary Suspension of High5Games License for Conducting Illegal Gaming Activity

High5Games is a licensed service provider that develops and provides online slot content for the legal gaming platforms in Connecticut. The Gaming Division’s investigation determined that High5Games also illegally operates an unlicensed online casino, High5Casino.
Learn more about the investigation.  

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