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Taylor Farms Reveals Full List Of Recalled Lettuce Products Sold In 27 States, Including NJ Taylor Farms Reveals Full List Of Recalled Lettuce Products Sold In 27 States, Including NJ
Taylor Farms Reveals Full List Of Recalled Lettuce Products Sold In 27 States, Including NJ A major break in a sprawling parasite investigation has triggered a sweeping food recall stretching across more than half the country. Click here for a new, updated story: Major Lettuce Recall Expands As Walmart Pulls Products The Food and Drug Administration published a recall notice on Saturday, July 18, stating that Taylor Farms de Mexico is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the US market due to possible Cyclospora contamination. The affected shredded iceberg lettuce was distributed between Monday, June 29, and Thursday, July 16. The recall…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Glass May Appear In Pillsbury Rolls, Triggering Massive Recall Glass May Appear In Pillsbury Rolls, Triggering Massive Recall
Glass May Appear In Pillsbury Rolls, Triggering Massive Recall Hundreds of thousands of frozen Pillsbury rolls are being recalled because they may contain glass. General Mills voluntarily recalled about 736,000 Pillsbury Hard Roll Dough and Kaiser Roll Dough pieces, according to a Food and Drug Administration enforcement report from Monday, July 13. The frozen rolls were distributed in 19 states across the country, including Maine, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. According to the FDA, the products were recalled because of "potential foreign material (glass)." The recall includes Pillsbury Hard Roll Dough sold in cases containing 180 rol…

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by Chris Spiker
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Popular Kitchen Step Stools Recalled Over Fall Hazard: What To Know Popular Kitchen Step Stools Recalled Over Fall Hazard: What To Know
Popular Kitchen Step Stools Recalled Over Fall Hazard: What To Know More than 116,000 step stools are being recalled because they can tip over while being used. TOMY International issued the recall for about 116,908 Boon PIVOT Collapsible Toddler Tower Kitchen Step Stools, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 16. Another 2,033 stools were sold in Canada. The recalled metal and plastic tower stools were sold in gray and white. They measure about 22 inches wide, 23 inches deep, and 35 inches tall. TOMY has received 11 reports of the towers being unstable and shifting or leaning. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. …

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by Chris Spiker
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Bergen County Italian Spot Closing After 17 Years Bergen County Italian Spot Closing After 17 Years
Bergen County Italian Spot Closing After 17 Years A longtime Bergen County restaurant is preparing to serve its final meals after 17 years in business. Justin's Ristorante II, located at 269 Hackensack St., in Wood-Ridge, will permanently close on Sunday, July 26, the owner announced in a farewell letter. The owner thanked the community for making the restaurant part of birthdays, family dinners, celebrations, business milestones, and other special occasions over the years. "Because of you, Justin's II became more than just a restaurant—it became a place where memories were made, friendships were formed, and our community came together."…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Faulty Seat Belts Trigger Huge Recall Of Popular Hyundai Vehicles Faulty Seat Belts Trigger Huge Recall Of Popular Hyundai Vehicles
Faulty Seat Belts Trigger Huge Recall Of Popular Hyundai Vehicles Nearly 48,000 Hyundai SUVs are being recalled over a seat belt buckle problem that increases injury risks during a crash. Hyundai Motor America issued the recall for 47,749 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Tuesday, July 14. The issue affects certain 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric and 2026 Hyundai Kona vehicles. The rear center seat belt buckle may have been improperly manufactured and could fail to properly restrain a passenger during a crash. The defect was linked to a supplier's stamping tools that weren't properly maintained and had worn down from ove…

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by Chris Spiker
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Flying Parts Prompt Massive Recall Of Nearly 290K Ford Vehicles Flying Parts Prompt Massive Recall Of Nearly 290K Ford Vehicles
Flying Parts Prompt Massive Recall Of Nearly 290K Ford Vehicles Nearly 290,000 Ford Explorer SUVs are being recalled because roof rail covers can come loose and detach while driving. Ford Motor Company issued the recall for 288,314 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Tuesday, July 14. The recall affects certain 2016-2019 Ford Explorers. The roof rail covers may loosen over time and separate from the vehicle while it's moving. A detached cover could create a hazard for other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. Drivers may notice more wind noise, squeaks, rattles, or a visible gap between the roof…

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by Chris Spiker
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Popular Italian Restaurant Closing After 36 Years In NJ Popular Italian Restaurant Closing After 36 Years In NJ
Popular Italian Restaurant Closing After 36 Years In NJ A longtime New Jersey Italian restaurant is preparing to close its doors after 36 years in business. The owners of 111 Amici Ristorante, located at 1700 W. Elizabeth Ave., in Linden, announced the restaurant will permanently close on Sunday, Aug. 2, as owner Giovanni Lavorato retires. "It is with both heavy hearts and immense gratitude that we announce the closing of 111 Amici Ristorante after 36 unforgettable years of serving this incredible community & all the surrounding areas." Established in 1990, the restaurant said it grew from a family dream into a gathering place where generat…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Popular Coca-Cola-Owned Beverage Halts US Production After Cyberattack Popular Coca-Cola-Owned Beverage Halts US Production After Cyberattack
Popular Coca-Cola-Owned Beverage Halts US Production After Cyberattack A cyberattack has temporarily halted US production at Fairlife, the dairy company owned by Coca-Cola. The Coca-Cola Company announced the ransomware attack in a news release on Thursday, July 16. Fairlife identified unauthorized access by a third party to part of its computer systems, including production-related systems. After detecting the cyberattack, Fairlife activated its incident response and business continuity plans. The company said it's continuing to investigate the breach with help from law enforcement, outside advisors, and cybersecurity experts. The full scope, natur…

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by Chris Spiker
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National Ice Cream Day 2026: Where To Get Free Scoops, Frozen Deals National Ice Cream Day 2026: Where To Get Free Scoops, Frozen Deals
National Ice Cream Day 2026: Where To Get Free Scoops, Frozen Deals Giveaways, deals, and even frozen treats for pets are returning across the country to celebrate one of summer's sweetest holidays. National Ice Cream Day 2026 falls on Sunday, July 19. President Ronald Reagan officially proclaimed July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday as National Ice Cream Day back in 1984, according to the International Dairy Foods Association. The dairy trade group said that the US churned out more than 1.23 billion gallons of ice cream in 2025. The IDFA also estimates that the average American eats about four gallons of ice cream a year. The sweet t…

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by Chris Spiker
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Popular Airline Finally Adding Wi-Fi To Flights: Here's When Popular Airline Finally Adding Wi-Fi To Flights: Here's When
Popular Airline Finally Adding Wi-Fi To Flights: Here's When Frontier Airlines is adding Wi-Fi on its planes for the first time. The Denver-based airline plans to launch its first aircraft equipped with Wi-Fi in early 2027, Frontier announced in a news release on Tuesday, July 14. SpaceX-owned Starlink will provide internet aboard Frontier's fleet.  The service is expected to support streaming, online gaming, video calls, browsing, and work during flights. Frontier will be the first US airline to offer passenger access through a new system managed directly by Starlink. Frontier said the new Wi-Fi will also help its pilots, flight attendant…

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by Chris Spiker
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Never-Ending Pasta Pass Returning To Olive Garden After 6 Years: How To Get One Never-Ending Pasta Pass Returning To Olive Garden After 6 Years: How To Get One
Never-Ending Pasta Pass Returning To Olive Garden After 6 Years: How To Get One After a six-year hiatus, Olive Garden is bringing back one of its hardest-to-get deals. The Italian restaurant chain announced the return of its "Never-Ending Pasta Pass" in a news release on Monday, July 13. Only 10,000 passes will be available for $100 on PastaPass.com at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 16. The Never-Ending Pasta Pass includes 13 weeks of unlimited pasta, homemade sauces, and protein toppings, along with never-ending soup or salad and breadsticks. Passholders will receive early access to Olive Garden's Never-Ending Pasta Bowl promotion starting Monday, Aug. 24. The nationw…

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by Chris Spiker
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'The Crown Isn't Slipping': Princess Cafe Fights To Stay Open After Sudden Shutdown In NJ Town 'The Crown Isn't Slipping': Princess Cafe Fights To Stay Open After Sudden Shutdown In NJ Town
'The Crown Isn't Slipping': Princess Cafe Fights To Stay Open After Sudden Shutdown In NJ Town A whimsical New Jersey cafe known for princess teas, storybook parties, and magical family experiences is fighting to stay open after being forced to shut its doors amid a zoning dispute. La Bella Princess Café on Bloomfield Avenue in Verona was founded by mother-daughter duo Martha Peralta and Karissa Teixeira. Peralta and Teixeira say they invested nearly $250,000 into bringing their vision to life before the business was ordered to cease operations following a July 9 Verona Board of Adjustment hearing. "We built that space with close to a quarter of a million dollars …

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by Cecilia Levine