Category: Scam Alert
UPDATE: Unsolicited seed packets may be dangerous for other plants
AUGUSTA – The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Bureau of Agriculture issued an update for people receiving unsolicited packages containing seeds, purportedly sent from…
Small businsses alerted to COVID-19 payroll loan scam
Maine residents are being warned about yet another COVID-19 related scam, this one aimed spreading misinformation to small-business owners regarding the Keeping American Workers Paid…
Beware of telephone scammers set to cash in on coronavirus fears
People in Maine are being warned to be extra vigilant as scam callers are likely to ramp up their activity over the next few weeks…
Tips to beware of COVID-19 scams, fraudsters
Among the threats posed by the COVID-19 outbreak are scams aimed at exploiting fears and spreading disinformation about the pandemic, according to the U.S. Department…
New scam pretends to be from Social Security Administration
People should be aware of a new tactic used by Social Security scammers, the Social Security Administration Office of Inspector General announced. Individuals have reported…
