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Time Out
28-07-2025
- Time Out
America's safest beach towns offer more than just sand and sunshine
In general, beaches are known for being happy places to build sandcastles, play volleyball, jump in the waves and go surfing or kayaking. But some things can make that glorious place turn dangerous: violent crime, property crime, out of control temperatures and a shortage of urgent care clinics to address that reef abrasion, sunburn, shark bite or twisted ankle. To make sure you feel safe venturing off your beach blanket, security company Vivint has just released a study that ranks 72 beach towns across the U.S. to find the safest ones. The safest? It's Bandon, Oregon, where there are—wait for it—zero violent crimes per 1,000 residents. What makes Bandon such a dreamboat of a beach town? Perhaps its small population (3,304 people in 2023), which means that people keep an eye out on each other and pull them back in line when they're drifting. It's also got a cool, mild summer temperature that makes it warm enough to swim, but cool enough to avoid sunstroke and other heat-related health risks. Bandon has the 14th ranking on the list for property crime—not great, but still decent enough to keep it on the top overall. It's ranked 38th for having urgent care clinics at the ready. And Bandon's beaches are said to be unspoiled, with views of isolated columns of rock in the water called sea stacks. In second place for safest beach town is Bristol, Rhode Island. It's second only to Bandon on the metric of avoiding violent crime and does well on property crime rates and access to urgent care. It's 22nd on the scale for summer heat. Right near the beach are wonderful restaurants serving up fresh-caught seafood. The city has an interesting maritime history and is known for hosting our country's oldest Fourth of July celebrations. The third place goes to Chatham, Massachusetts; it's got solid numbers for all four metrics, plus beautiful coastal scenery, maritime culture and a lively downtown. It was once a whaling town and is close to Cape Cod. Something all three of these winners have? A cute little lighthouse, just like every quaint coastal town should have! Here are the top 10 safest beach towns in the U.S.: 1. Bandon, Oregon 2. Bristol, Rhode Island 3. Chatham, Massachusetts 4. Rockport, Massachusetts 5. Sandwich, Massachusetts 6. Pacific Grove, California 7. Montauk, New York 8. Morro Bay, California 9. Carmel-by-the-Sea, California 10. Huntington Beach, California
Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Who's knocking? New door-to-door vendors licensed in Battle Creek
Dozens of new vendors are now authorized to go door to door in Battle Creek neighborhoods, including representatives from home security and roofing companies. Fifty-five vendors from Vivint – Smart Home Pros Inc. and six from Rapid Roofing received city-issued business licenses allowing them to conduct door-to-door sales and services, according to a community announcement. Due to the high number of new vendors, city officials are encouraging residents to be aware of who is operating in their neighborhoods and how to verify their legitimacy. Who is going door-to-door in Battle Creek? Under the Battle Creek City Charter, door-to-door vendors, construction contractors and certain other service providers are required to have a business license to operate within city limits. Vendors are permitted to operate only between 9 a.m. and sunset. They must carry a city-issued vendor's permit and show an official ID badge. Residents are encouraged to ask for identification before making any purchases or service agreements. If a vendor doesn't have proper identification, ignores a 'No Soliciting' sign or raises concerns, residents are asked to contact the Battle Creek Police Department non-emergency line at 269-781-0911. For vendor-related questions, including concerns about home repairs or licensing, call 269-966-3311. A list of approved vendors is available on the city's website. Fiber-optic expansion with Metronet In addition to door-to-door vendors, some residents may hear from teams working on the early stages of Battle Creek's new Metronet fiber-optic network. Contractor Vertical Dynamix is conducting a survey of utility poles across the city. While not engaged in sales, team members may knock on doors to request access to backyards where utility poles are located. Survey work involves taking measurements and photos to evaluate the condition of poles and determine where new lines can be safely installed. If approached, residents are encouraged to ask surveyors for employment verification. This story was created by David DeMille, ddemille@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at This article originally appeared on Battle Creek Enquirer: Battle Creek adds 60-plus licensed vendors for door-to-door sales
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
50,000 Smoke Detectors Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide and Fire Risk—See If Yours Is Affected
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled about 50,000 smoke detectors due to a malfunction that may prevent them from alerting consumers to fires and carbon monoxide leaks, posing a potentially deadly risk. The recalled smoke detectors are the Apollo America Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors with model number "51000-600" labeled on the back. On the front of the recalled product states "Replace by" followed by a date ranging from June 2034 to October 2034. The recalled smoke detectors were manufactured and sold for $50 to $100 online, door-to-door, and through telephone sales by Vivint between June 2024 and October 2024. According to the CPSC, there have been no reported injuries or incidents, but these detectors "pose a risk of smoke inhalation, carbon monoxide poisoning or death." If you think you may have the recalled smoke detector, check the information and contact Vivint for a free replacement by calling 800-281-9667, emailing recalls@ or visiting the recall website for a replacement guide. Related: Egg Recall Alert: 1.7 Million Cartons Linked to Salmonella in 9 States Read the original article on Martha Stewart
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
50,000 Smoke Detectors Recalled Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Risk
Apollo America Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors are being recalled. The recalled smoke detectors could fail to alert consumers of fire or carbon monoxide. If you have one of the recalled detectors, you can request a free 50,000 smoke detectors are being recalled, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). This is due to a malfunction that can cause failure to alert for fire or smoke, posing a deadly risk. The smoke detectors impacted by this recall are the Apollo America Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors with model number '51000-600' printed on the back. The faulty detectors also contain 'replace by' dates ranging from '2034/June' to '2034/October.' These recalled smoke detectors were sold online at Vivint's website as well as through door-to-door and telephone sales by Vivint from June through October 2024 for between $50 and $100. While no injuries were reported, the CPSC states that these detectors 'pose a risk of smoke inhalation, carbon monoxide poisoning or death.' Check your smoke detector for this recall information, and if it matches, contact the company for a replacement. You can do this by calling Vivint toll-free at 800-281-9667, emailing recalls@ or visiting the recall website for a replacement guide. Read the original article on EATINGWELL
Business Wire
06-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Welcome Home: Vivint Debuts New Brand Identity, Signaling a New Era in Smart Home
LEHI, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Over the past 25 years, Vivint has grown from a singular focus on home security to pioneering an integrated smart home experience with security at its core. Today's unveiling of a new visual identity represents both an evolution and expansion of that focus, redefining a truly smarter home experience to include smarter energy management. Vivint has earned the trust of millions of customers throughout the U.S. by making it easy to secure, automate and control their homes through a single app experience. The brand's award-winning security products, along with the ability to connect various smart devices to the Vivint system—including thermostats, lighting, and locks—have earned Vivint accolades as the best all-in-one security and smart home platform in the industry. It's from this position that Vivint, now part of NRG (NYSE: NRG), is uniquely able to usher in the era of smarter homes. 'We are entering a rapid phase of innovation, where energy management concerns are beginning to rival security concerns,' said David Porter, Managing Director of Vivint. 'As part of NRG and under new leadership, Vivint is poised to lead this phase and redefine the smart home experience like no one else can. By integrating security and energy management, and making it accessible to millions more homes, we're at the start of an exciting new chapter for our customers and for Vivint.' Building upon a quarter-century of smarter, safer homes Launched in 1999 as a home security solution provider, the company expanded into proprietary smart home and automation services in 2011, marking the transformation with a new name – Vivint. A combination of 'vive,' which means 'to live,' and 'intelligent,' the name exemplified a new dedication to helping customers live safely, intelligently and in harmony with their home and lifestyle. With an average customer tenure of nine years and over 2 million customers in the U.S., Vivint was acquired by NRG, a Fortune 500 energy and home services company, in March of 2023. Known for delivering award-winning customer service, NRG brings innovative, smart energy solutions to millions of homes and businesses in the U.S. and Canada. The company's recent consumer research found that nearly 70% of people want an 'all-in-one' unified smart home management system inclusive of energy management. As part of NRG, Vivint has been able to accelerate its efforts to make this a reality. Recently, Reliant, also an NRG company, announced the Smarter Home Bundle, a joint offer from Vivint and Reliant that enables customers to start their smarter home journey. Qualifying current and new Reliant customers receive a free Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro and Vivint Smart Thermostat paired with complimentary white-glove installation to ensure everything is perfectly set up from day one. Reliant customers enrolled in the Smarter Home Bundle will also have access to an exclusive Vivint app experience that provides personalized energy insights powered by Reliant alongside seamless control of Vivint smart home devices – all in one place. A new look for a trusted partner Vivint's brand updates include a new logo thoughtfully crafted to emphasize the focus on the home and what it means to live intelligently. The wordmark carries the familiarity of the prior identity but with a more approachable and human touch, and the new home icon conveys the idea of intelligence coming into the home and represents the brand's unique approach that has brought peace of mind for millions of families. Together, they create a more ownable identity that captures the essence of what it feels like to live in a smarter home. The company's refreshed color scheme also reflects that same shift while remaining true to the iconic palette that has become a staple in the yards and homes of millions of Americans. These colors not only shape the brand's visual identity but serve an important functional purpose within the Vivint system and are prevalent in the products and app experience. The full palette evokes growth, vision, and optimism while creating a warm, inviting, and gentle vibe that makes people feel welcome and at ease. Unchanged with the new brand identity is the company's commitment to white-glove professional installation and service, award-winning customer support and monitoring, and end-to-end control of its products, systems, and customer experiences. About Vivint Vivint, an NRG company, is a leading U.S. smart home company redefining the home experience through intelligent products and services that help millions of customers live in smarter, safer, more efficient homes. Vivint's integrated platform combines security, energy management, and automation, delivering a fully connected experience with a human touch that offers customers greater control of homes, anytime, from anywhere. Every Vivint system includes professional installation and personalized setup from Vivint home experts, plus award-winning 24/7 customer support and monitoring. For more information, visit
