Northampton, MA
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Cookware Could Pose Lead Hazard, FDA Says: What To Know Cookware Could Pose Lead Hazard, FDA Says: What To Know
Cookware Could Pose Lead Hazard, FDA Says: What To Know Federal regulators are urging consumers to stop using certain cookware after tests revealed the products may leach dangerous levels of lead into food. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that some imported aluminum, brass, and aluminum-alloy cookware sold in the US has been found to release lead during cooking. This poses a potential health hazard. The agency said the problem involves products made from alloys known as Hindalium/Hindolium or Indalium/Indolium. Among the flagged products is a line of pots labeled “Kadai/Karahi Tiger White,” sold at Mannan Supermarket in Jamaica…

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by Joe Lombardi
North Adams, MA
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'Rodent Activity' Prompts Recall Of Cheese Product Sold In MA 'Rodent Activity' Prompts Recall Of Cheese Product Sold In MA
'Rodent Activity' Prompts Recall Of Cheese Product Sold In MA A cheesemaker is pulling one of its products from store shelves after federal inspectors found troubling conditions inside its facility. Quesito El Establo, located in Salem, New Hampshire, has recalled all of its Spanish Cheese (Quesito Colombiano).  This action follows an FDA inspection that uncovered the presence of rodents, signs of rodent activity, and other unsanitary conditions during manufacturing and storage. The cheese was distributed to retail stores in Massachusetts, primarily serving Hispanic/Latino customers. The FDA warns that rodent presence can carry a variety of hea…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Glass Risk Prompts Recall Of Popular Coffee Brand Sold In 48 States Glass Risk Prompts Recall Of Popular Coffee Brand Sold In 48 States
Glass Risk Prompts Recall Of Popular Coffee Brand Sold In 48 States A staple on many pantry shelves is being pulled from Dollar General stores nationwide after a potential safety hazard was reported by a customer. Dollar General Corporation has announced a recall of three lots of its 8-ounce Clover Valley Instant Coffee due to the possible presence of glass. The recall covers products sold and distributed between Wednesday, July 9, and Monday, July 21, at Dollar General locations in 48 states. The affected coffee can be identified by UPC 876941004069 and the following lot and best-by date codes printed around the neck of the jar: Lot L-5163 — Best By 12/1…

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by Joe Lombardi
Amityville, NY
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Recall Issued For Chocolates Containing Cookie Pieces Sold In NY Recall Issued For Chocolates Containing Cookie Pieces Sold In NY
Recall Issued For Chocolates Containing Cookie Pieces Sold In NY A sweet treat sold in several states is being pulled from shelves over an undeclared allergen that could pose serious health risks. Neuhaus Chocolates NV, based in Vlezenbeek, Belgium, has issued a voluntary recall for its Belgian Chocolate Moments Smurfs “Popping Milk Chocolates with Cookies.” The recall was announced after the company discovered the product contained wheat that was not listed on the label. The chocolates, which contain cookie pieces, were distributed between Monday, July 21 and Monday, Aug. 4, through Neuhaus stores in New York, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Was…

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by Joe Lombardi
Bethesda, MD
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Burn Hazard Prompts Huge Recall Of Heated Socks Burn Hazard Prompts Huge Recall Of Heated Socks
Burn Hazard Prompts Huge Recall Of Heated Socks Tens of thousands of pairs of heated socks are being recalled after nearly a dozen reports of burns and blisters. Fieldsheer Apparel Technologies issued the recall for about 45,000 heated socks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 7. The socks can cause pain and injuries when worn during activities that generate a combination of heat, friction, moisture, and pressure. The company has received 11 reports of the socks causing discomfort, including four cases of burns and blisters, according to the CPSC. The recall includes models MWMS07, MWWS07, a…

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by Chris Spiker
National Interest
Friendly’s Recalls Popular Ice Cream Flavor Over Labeling Error Friendly’s Recalls Popular Ice Cream Flavor Over Labeling Error
Friendly’s Recalls Popular Ice Cream Flavor Over Labeling Error A labeling mistake has prompted the recall of a popular Friendly’s ice cream product sold in three East Coast states. Friendly’s Ice Cream, under parent company DFA Dairy Brands, is voluntarily recalling 324 cartons of Cookies & Cream ice cream due to undeclared wheat and soy allergens.  The product was mistakenly packed in Friendly’s Vanilla Bean containers — creating a labeling mismatch that could pose serious health risks for individuals with allergies. The recalled ice cream was distributed to retail locations in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania via a single distribution c…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Stop & Shop Recall Issued Over Salad Label Confusion Stop & Shop Recall Issued Over Salad Label Confusion
Stop & Shop Recall Issued Over Salad Label Confusion A mix-up in the deli aisle has triggered a new food recall across much of the Northeast, and it’s the label, not the recipe, that’s causing concern. Hans Kissle is recalling 66 containers of its Red Bliss Potato Salad after discovering a labeling error that could pose a serious risk to people with wheat allergies. The affected product was shipped to Stop & Shop stores in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, and may still be sitting in consumers' refrigerators. While the container’s front label correctly identifies it as Tri Color Twist Pasta Salad, the to…

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by Joe Lombardi
White Plains, NY
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Massive Butter Recall Hits US Massive Butter Recall Hits US
Massive Butter Recall Hits US One of the country’s biggest butter distributors has recalled more than 64,000 pounds of product due to an undisclosed milk allergen, according to the US Food and Drug Administration. Bunge North America, based in Missouri, voluntarily recalled 1,800 cases of its European Style Butter Blend after discovering the ingredient label failed to list milk — one of the nine major food allergens. Each case contains 36 one-pound blocks of butter packaged in white paperboard. The affected product can be identified by code 5023937, UPC 1 00 78684 73961 2, and lot code 5064036503. On Wednesday, July 30…

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by Joe Lombardi
Bethesda, MD
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Dangerous Knife Blades Trigger Recall Of Popular Utility Tools Dangerous Knife Blades Trigger Recall Of Popular Utility Tools
Dangerous Knife Blades Trigger Recall Of Popular Utility Tools Thousands of utility tools are being recalled because the knife blade may not fold completely into the handle. Leatherman is recalling about 17,000 Charge Plus and Charge Plus TTi multi-tools, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 31. The recall affects Charge Plus multi-tools sold in stainless steel or two types of black, along with Charge Plus TTi tools sold in stainless steel with black nylon sheaths. The knife blade's tip doesn't fully fold when closed, creating a risk of cuts. No injuries have been reported, according to the CP…

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by Chris Spiker
Bethesda, MD
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Finger Cuts Prompt Recall Of Garlic Presses Sold At Popular Retailer Finger Cuts Prompt Recall Of Garlic Presses Sold At Popular Retailer
Finger Cuts Prompt Recall Of Garlic Presses Sold At Popular Retailer Tens of thousands of garlic presses are being recalled due to a defect that could lead to cuts or swallowed metal fragments. IKEA issued the recall for about 43,830 of its 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic presses, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 31. About 10,700 were also sold in Canada. Small metal pieces can detach from the garlic presses, creating risks of swallowing the fragments or being cut by them. IKEA has received 10 reports globally, including three people who suffered lacerations or splinters to their fingers. None of the injuries were …

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by Chris Spiker
Bethesda, MD
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Head Injuries Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Kitchen Stools Head Injuries Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Kitchen Stools
Head Injuries Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Kitchen Stools A popular kitchen stool is being recalled after dozens of safety bars broke, causing two people to suffer head injuries. Dorel Home Furnishings is recalling about 302,000 Cosco 2-Step Kitchen Stepper stools sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 31. Around 11,000 stools were also sold in Canada. The safety bars can break or detach while in use, increasing fall risks. The CPSC received 34 reports of the safety bar failing, including two incidents involving head injuries. The stools were sold from February 2021 through July 2025…

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by Chris Spiker
Northampton, MA
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Public Health Alert Issued For Ham Salad Products Sold Across Country Public Health Alert Issued For Ham Salad Products Sold Across Country
Public Health Alert Issued For Ham Salad Products Sold Across Country A public health alert has been issued for certain ready-to-eat ham salad products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) says the alert involves FDA-regulated breadcrumb products used in the ham salads, which were recalled by Newly Weds Foods. The affected items include: 12-ounce tubs labeled “Reser’s Fine Foods Ham Salad” with sell-by dates of Sept. 1, 2025 5-pound tubs labeled “Molly’s Kitchen Ham Salad” with sell-by dates of Aug. 31, 2025 View produ…

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by Joe Lombardi