Bob Angle
Paul Heim
CUfford Olson
Smoke Alarms Save Lives
(Continued from page 1)
Proper maintenance is essential. Once the smoke alarms are in place, it is important to
check them regularly and perform proper maintenance. It is a long-standing guideline
that batteries in smoke alarms be changed twice a year when the time changes for Daylight
Saving Time. If you did not change your batteries in mid-March when clocks were changed
for this purpose, do it now—and then remember to do it again on November 5 when the
clocks are again changed.
In addition to ensuring that you have fresh batteries in your alarms, it is important to
be sure that an accumulation of dust does not prohibit their proper operation. When you
change the batteries, take a few minutes to use a can of compressed air to blow any dust out
of the interior of the alarm. Dust can accumulate on the sensors in the detector and make
it less responsive. Dust can also set off the detector if you have an overly dusty environment
(such as during home renovations that create lots of dust).
This simple twice-a-year maintenance program is an easy way to ensure that your smoke
detectors are in good working order to alert you in the event of a fire. Well maintained
smoke detectors should be replaced every 10 years. If they are not maintained, devices may
fail in a much shorter period of time.
In addition to smoke alarms, you should have carbon monoxide (CO) detectors on every
level in your home (and near carbon monoxide sources such as fireplaces, furnaces and
water heaters). CO detectors should never be placed near a window or door since a draft
can cause them to fail to alert to the presence of carbon monoxide.
If you would like to have your smoke detectors checked by a professional, your Pine
Knoll Shores Fire Department is available to check the placement and working order of
your devices. In addition, we will check your house for obvious safety issues and will advise
you how to correct any problems. Please call the Fire Department at 247-2268 or stop by the
Public Safety Building to discuss your concerns.
Scam of the Month
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The Attorney Generals office has recently been contacted by consumers who heard “Can
you hear me?” or “Is this the lady of the house?” when they answered the phone. These
calls are designed to elicit “yes” as an answer. Some*of the calls are actually recordings and
some may be disguised as solicitations for vacation cruises or other items. Armed with their
recording of the consumer s response, these crooks “cram” charges onto the victims phone
or credit card bill.
To protect yourself against these scammers, remember:
• Let it ring. The best and easiest way to combat telemarketing fraudsters is to let
unknown calls go to your answering machine. If a caller doesn’t leave a message, it was
a crook or an unimportant call, that was OK to miss.
• Just hang up. If you pick up the phone and a voice says “Can you hear me?” or
something else that is designed to get you to respond with a “yes,” just put the phone
back down. It’s rude, but so is trying to steal your money.
• You cant trust Caller ID. Scam artists can manipulate it to make it look like a
legitimate call when it isn’t. If you are unsure about a call, let them leave a message.
• Study your bill. Check your phone charges and credit card statements carefully. If you
see a charge you don’t recognize, contact the company and dispute the charge.
—Source: ncdoj.gov
Tfi^e Shbreline I April 2017
Mattie King Davis Art Gallery
On Thursday, April 6, from 5 to 7 p.m., an opening reception will be held at the Mattie
King Davis Art Gallery to welcome talented artist Jimmy Black as the featured artist for
April and May. A Richmond, Virginia, native, Mr. Black worked in banking for 40 years
before retiring to rekindle his love for painting. He and his wife split their time between
Raleigh and Carteret County. Visit beauforthistoricsite.org or the Mattie King Davis Art
Gallery Facebook page to see examples of his work.
BHA Easter Egg Hunt
The Beaufort Historical Association will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday,
April 15, at 11 a.m. at the Beaufort Historic Site. Children age seven and under are welcome
to bring a basket and join in the fun.
Pre-Book-Launch Party
The BHA will partner with author Kristy Harvey for a pre-book-launch party on Friday,
April 21, at 6:30 p.m. for her latest book. Slightly South of Simple. The book officially launches
in New York City on April 25, so this is a chance to be among the first people to get it before it
is available in stores. The event will be held at the historic waterfront home of Will and Kristy
Harvey at 217 Front Street in Beaufort. Enjoy food by Vivian Howard of Chef & the Farmer in
Kinston and meet the author. Tickets are $100 and include a copy of Slightly South of Simple.
All proceeds from the event benefit the Beaufort Historical Association.
Publick Day
On Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the BHA will host Publick Day, an old-
fashioned flea market, on the Beaufort Historic Site, with vendors selling antiques and
collectibles, art, crafts, handmade jewelry, books, food and much more. There is no charge
for this event.
To learn more about these and other BHA events, call 728-5225 or visit the BHA website
at beauforthistoricsite.org.
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Join us for
Third Thursday forum
for an opportunity to learn about
Bike Fun and Bike Safety
with
Brian Nicklow
Owner, Beach Wheels Bike Rentals in Indian Beach
and
New Laws and Bike-Related Problems
with
Ryan Thompson
Pine KhoU Shores Police Chief
Thursday, April 20, 4 p.m.
Pine knoll shores town hall
Free and Sponsored by the Age-Friendly Advisory Committee
Next third Thursday forum at Four:
May 18