Sarah Guernelli

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Investigative Producer and Multimedia Journalist at WPRI-TV (Providence, RI)

Investigative Producer and Multimedia Journalist at WLWC-TV (Providence, RI)

Investigative Consumer Reporter & Anchor

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Articles

McKee's 2030 goal is 'doable'

2 days ago | wpri.com | Sarah Guernelli

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - The Rhode Island Department of Housing is working hard to achieve Gov. Dan McKee's goal of permitting 15,000 new homes across the state by 2030. McKee's plan was detailed in a nearly 80-page report dubbed "Housing 2030: Building Rhode Island's Future" unveiled late last month. R.I. Housing Secretary Deborah Goddard told 12 News she's "laser focused" on building more housing statewide.
How to avoid falling victim

1 week ago | wpri.com | Sarah Guernelli

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - It's what the FBI calls "Traveling Conman Fraud." Irish or U.K. nationals come into the United States and swindle homeowners with a construction scheme. According to federal authorities, the perpetrators will knock on someone's door and offer to do work such as repairing the roof, fixing the foundation or paving the driveway - but will then charge thousands of dollars for the job.
Feds warn homeowners of ‘traveling conman’ scheme

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Sarah Guernelli

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — It’s what the FBI calls “Traveling Conman Fraud.” Irish or U.K. nationals come into the United States and swindle homeowners with a construction scheme. According to federal authorities, the perpetrators will knock on someone’s door and offer to do work such as repairing the roof, fixing the foundation or paving the driveway — but will then charge thousands of dollars for the job.
Irish journalist on 'Traveling Conman Fraud'

1 week ago | wpri.com | Sarah Guernelli

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - The FBI calls it "Traveling Conman Fraud." Criminal organizations with ties to Ireland and the United Kingdom are preying on American homeowners, and it may be happening right here on Southern New England. Irish journalist Eamon Dillon has been covering this type of crime for more than 20 years. He sat down with Target 12 consumer investigator Sarah Guernelli to explain what the scheme entails. Watch the full interview in the video above.
New law requires solar retailers to register with the state

1 week ago | wpri.com | Sarah Guernelli

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - A new state law requires solar retailers to register their businesses with the state in an effort to protect Rhode Islanders from deceptive sales practices. The Residential Solar Energy Disclosure and Homeowners Bill of Rights Act, which was signed into law by Gov. Dan McKee last summer, requires solar retailers to register both their business and a roster of their representatives soliciting sales in the Ocean State.
New law requires solar retailers to register with the state

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Sarah Guernelli

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — A new state law requires solar retailers to register their businesses with the state in an effort to protect Rhode Islanders from deceptive sales practices. The Residential Solar Energy Disclosure and Homeowners Bill of Rights Act, which was signed into law by Gov. Dan McKee last summer, requires solar retailers to register both their business and a roster of their representatives soliciting sales in the Ocean State.
Portable chargers recalled due to overheating hazard

1 week ago | wpri.com | Jusolyn Flower |Sarah Guernelli

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - More than 55,000 portable chargers have been recalled due to a fire hazard linked to lithium-ion batteries, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall involves the "Baseus 65W 30000mAh Portable Charger," which has been connected to 76 incidents, including four fires and three reports of property damage.
How to make sure a contractor is registered with the state

2 weeks ago | wpri.com | Sarah Guernelli

WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) - Joanne Walsh searched online to find a contractor to build a deck on her home in Warwick. But after she gave the contractor thousands of dollars for the job, he never showed up. Walsh said the contractor seemed reputable online. He took measurements of her property before they entered into a contract. "He said he will be there in three weeks, and three weeks came and went, and then a month," Walsh recalled.
How to make sure a contractor is registered with the state

2 weeks ago | wpri.com | Sarah Guernelli

WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) - Joanne Walsh searched online to find a contractor to build a deck on her home in Warwick. But after she gave the contractor thousands of dollars for the job, he never showed up. Walsh said the contractor seemed reputable online. He took measurements of her property before they entered into a contract. "He said he will be there in three weeks, and three weeks came and went, and then a month," Walsh recalled.
Bamboo window blinds recalled due to strangulation, entanglement risk

2 weeks ago | wpri.com | Sarah Guernelli

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - More than 20,000 roll-up window blinds are being recalled due to strangulation and entanglement hazards, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The BTAMREE window blinds have long operating cords that can cause death or serious injury to children. The window blinds also violate federal regulations for window coverings and present a substantial product hazard, the CPSC said. No injuries have been reported.