3 On Your Side: Holiday Gift Return Advice
Remember, it's the thought that counts, and that's why millions of Americans will head back into stores next week to return gifts that missed the mark during the holidays.
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Remember, it's the thought that counts, and that's why millions of Americans will head back into stores next week to return gifts that missed the mark during the holidays.
Many people wait to last minute to buy their Christmas trees.
If you've waited until the final days, the eve of Christmas, you're likely considered a last minute shopper.
The end of the year is fast approaching and for many frequent fliers- it could also mean the end of certain airline privileges.
The holidays mean travel for many of us, and if you have an infant or toddler, you also know that travel can mean one big headache.
Do you plan on doing any traveling during the holidays? If you use public computers to check in for a flight or at a hotel, criminals could be watching every move you make and recording every key you type.
The time for Christmas shopping is quickly drawing to a close. But there are many people who still have gifts to buy.
AAA Mid-Atlantic is out with a survey that finds more and more motorists are putting off buying a new car, opting instead to go the repair route.
Shoppers are rushing around to get those last minute gifts. Just trying to find a parking spot near a store should be a competitive sport! There's just one question for these consumers: why?
The holidays are wonderful -- unless you fall victim to a scam artist. They're out in force and targeting senior citizens.
Tipping is something that most people do year-round, but during the holidays, it can get more confusing.
With all the sales and the holiday cheer, it's easy to go a little overboard on gifts for your loved ones this time of year. But, for many people, all that spending comes with a pile of debt in the new year.
There's a $3.95 surcharge at the Springfield Mall, and you have to arrange it online.
The good news: there are lots of tickets available. The bad news is that you may need a second mortgage to afford them.
It's no longer just your home computer that's being targeted -- malware is making its way to your smartphone, too.
Tablets are one of the hottest selling items this holiday season. But if you can't afford the Apple iPad, there are some that are significantly cheaper.
A new list of the safest vehicles of 2012 is out. As 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan tells us, it includes a record number of choices for drivers from SUVs to hybrids.
With Christmas just 11 days away, free shipping on internet orders is about to get scarce, and those last minute deals might as well.
Jeff Brown, president and CEO of a chain of 10 ShopRite stores in our region, says the clinic will provide convenient and affordable care for both basic and preventative health care needs of customers.
There are thousands of toys on the market this holiday season. But less than two weeks from Christmas, some of the year's biggest hits are already selling out.
They've been at the top of gift lists for years, but will gift cards be on your shopping list this holiday season?
"Today we are expecting 17 million packages to come through our system," says a Fed Ex spokesman.
This week is your last chance before Christmas to score the best online shopping deals, since most free shipping offers run out before the weekend. But for some items, it could pay to wait.
Here's a gift you can give yourself for the holidays: quit smoking. And Philadelphia residents can get a free push in the right direction.
Such early morning business reports can contain disconcerting -- or encouraging -- news. But to really ride that bronco, you'd have to be up in the middle of the night.
The School District of Philadelphia is under investigation by a Congressional committee for alleged antisemitism.
Extra time and windshield wipers will be needed in the Philadelphia Wednesday morning and evening as rain moves through the region.
Anthony Black scored 27 of his career-high 31 points in the first half and the Orlando Magic routed the injury-depleted Philadelphia 76ers 144-103 in an NBA Cup game.
A 19-year-old man is wanted for shooting and killing a 46-year-old man in Strawberry Mansion Tuesday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is dealing with multiple injuries heading into Week 13 vs. the Chicago Bears on Black Friday.
Pennsylvania is the 28th state to pass the CROWN Act, which prohibits discrimination based on a person's hair style, type or texture.
The School District of Philadelphia is under investigation by a Congressional committee for alleged antisemitism.
Extra time and windshield wipers will be needed in the Philadelphia Wednesday morning and evening as rain moves through the region.
Anthony Black scored 27 of his career-high 31 points in the first half and the Orlando Magic routed the injury-depleted Philadelphia 76ers 144-103 in an NBA Cup game.
A 19-year-old man is wanted for shooting and killing a 46-year-old man in Strawberry Mansion Tuesday morning, Philadelphia police said.
The School District of Philadelphia is under investigation by a Congressional committee for alleged antisemitism.
A 19-year-old man is wanted for shooting and killing a 46-year-old man in Strawberry Mansion Tuesday morning, Philadelphia police said.
A beloved dinosaur statue in Manayunk was replaced after someone snapped off its head in an apparent act of vandalism.
The government shutdown might be over, but some in Philadelphia are still dealing with the fallout.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
A man wearing a wolf mask has been charged in connection with the burglary of a marijuana shop in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Make your list, check it twice, then head out to some of the local holiday markets open for business around the Philadelphia area.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said a 17-year-old was charged with murder after his mother was found stabbed multiple times in a Mays Landing
It was a wild sight to see Friday morning in a Gloucester County neigh-borhood after a horse led police on a chase through the area.
A shooting inside a Cherry Hill recording studio Thursday left a 36-year-old man injured, officials said.
Make your list, check it twice, then head out to some of the local holiday markets open for business around the Philadelphia area.
A man was killed and another was injured in separate Wilmington shootings Sunday night, police said.
A severe geomagnetic storm that hit the Earth's magnetic field Tuesday night made the northern lights visible across a large swath of the U.S., including in the Delaware Valley.
Veterans Day is today, and across the Philadelphia region, events are being held to honor those who served.
Police say Isiah Worthy of Dover stole cash and a state government-owned SUV, which he crashed into two parked cars.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
Karlie Kisha is a special athlete who has competed on an international stage while also being a cancer patient.
A New Jersey family says they've seen significant progress in their son's autism symptoms after using a medication supported by the Trump administration.
After 90% of his body was burned in the Northeast Philadelphia plane crash, 10-year-old Ramesses is close to getting out of the hospital.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
Andrew Cosenza, owner of The Bistro at Cherry Hill, is accused of failing to pay more than $271,000 in sales tax to the state.
The U.S. Commerce Department has launched an antidumping review targeting Italian pasta, claiming it's sold below market prices.
Nearly a million travelers are expected at Philadelphia International Airport over the Thanksgiving holiday.
The money is a massive safety and infrastructure boost for the transit authority after months of warnings about aging trains and trolleys.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
A person was stabbed on the platform of SEPTA's 5th Street Station Monday night in the area of Independence Mall in Philadelphia.
SEPTA says trains on the Chestnut Hill West and Fox Chase lines will be canceled in the morning and later in the day Tuesday.
Anthony Black scored 27 of his career-high 31 points in the first half and the Orlando Magic routed the injury-depleted Philadelphia 76ers 144-103 in an NBA Cup game.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is dealing with multiple injuries heading into Week 13 vs. the Chicago Bears on Black Friday.
After a lackluster year for tourism, the U.S. is likely to see a jump in international visitors for the 2026 World Cup, economists say.
Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sánchez received a $2,678,437 bonus under an initiative to direct more money to top younger players.
Andrei Vasilevskiy made 20 saves for his first shutout of the season, Brandon Hagel had two goals and an assist and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0 on Monday night.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Mechanicsburg native and comedian Shane Gillis will play the largest headline show of his career at the Linc in July 2026.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
Philadelphia Mummers Parade organizers are discussing plans for the Jan. 1, 2026, event.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Bill Kelly says the Philadelphia region will be under a NEXT Weather Alert Wednesday as rain hits the Delaware Valley before Thanksgiving.
Holiday travel is underway in the Philadelphia region before Thanksgiving. AAA expects the roads to be busier than last year.
Philadelphia police officers are delivering food to hundreds of families in need this holiday season.
Gloucester Township Police said scammers are impersonating officers and being told to pay them in Bitcoin. Police say that they will never call you and demand money for any reason.
Largely, most flights have recovered from the government shutdown earlier this month ahead of the Thanksgiving travel rush at Philadelphia International Airport. Madeleine Wright reports.