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December is leading month for U.S. home fires; officials offer safety tips to avoid trouble

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QUINCY, Mass. (KTVZ) — Christmas trees, holiday decorations and festive meals – hallmarks of the holiday season – present potential fire hazards that collectively contribute to an increase in U.S. home fires each December. According to the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), Christmas Day and Christmas Eve were the second- and third-leading days of the year for

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‘We are incredibly grateful’: Shepherd’s House hosts Thanksgiving dinners in Bend and Redmond

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(Update: Adding video, comments from staff, shelter users) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Wednesday, Bend’s Lighthouse Navigation Center hosted their own holiday meals, giving people a chance to reflect on what they’re thankful for. “When I came in here, I was pretty defeated,” Matthew Kaiser said Wednesday. “With all of their support and help, I’ve been able

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Diversified Heating and Cooling giving away heat pump for family in need this Thanksgiving

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Thanksgiving, Diversified Heating and Cooling is giving back to the community by providing a deserving family in need with a state-of-the-art heat pump. The giveaway reflects the company’s dedication to supporting local families and ensuring homes are warm, comfortable, and energy-efficient during the holiday season. “As a family-owned business, we understand

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‘Tons of Love’ and Giving Trees: Mud Bay aims for record-breaking holiday donations to NW animal shelters

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OLYMPIA, Wash. (KTVZ) — Independent pet retailer Mud Bay is looking to propel record-breaking donations — including 15 tons of pet food — to local Pacific NW animal shelters this holiday season. “We’ve all seen how the shelters in our communities have been at max capacity,” said Mud Bay Shelter Programs Manager Justin Anderson. “This

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Special Thanksgiving dinner for animals at Humane Society of C.O.; also free pet food, beds for families in need

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Imagine a Thanksgiving where tails are wagging amongst purrs and barks of excitement. You’ll find that on Thanksgiving Day at the Humane Society of Central Oregon. Volunteers and staff will serve a specially prepared meal and graciously donated by J DUB Restaurant and Bar. The celebration goes far beyond the dinner plate.

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Mid-Oregon Credit Union’s Holiday Dough fundraiser back for 2024 season, benefits C.O. food pantries

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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mid Oregon Credit Union is inviting the community to participate in its popular annual Holiday Dough fundraiser, supporting local charities that provide food and other needed items to individuals and families experiencing financial challenges during the holiday season. Holiday Dough kicks off this week and continues through Friday,

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Forest Service plans roadside brush trimming near Black Butte, Metolius River on Sisters Ranger District

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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — – Roadside brush trimming operations will begin as soon as Friday along Forest Service Road 11 on the Sisters Ranger District. If weather conditions allow, brushing operations will also occur along FSR 12 and FRS 14 over the next few months. The roadside brushing, as it’s called, is conducted as a part

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