FDA recommends voluntary recall of ground cinnamon products due to elevated lead levels

WASHINGTON—The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday recommended a voluntary recall of several ground cinnamon products sold at six different retailers across the U.S. over concerns they may contain elevated levels of lead. The agency has sent a letter to all cinnamon manufacturers, processors, distributors and facility operators in the U.S., reminding them of the requirement to implement controls […]

Conrad’s Seafood Restaurant to hold grand opening at new Perry Hall location in March

PERRY HALL, MD—Conrad’s Seafood Restaurant has announced a moving date and details regarding a grand opening at its new location. In 2023, Sol Oaxaca Cocina Mexicana announced that it would be moving to Harford County and, shortly thereafter, Conrad’s announced that it would be moving to the former Sol Oaxaca location. Conrad’s Seafood Restaurant’s last day at its current location […]

Ravens TE Isaiah Likely to appear in Middle River on Wednesday night

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Isaiah Likely will be making an appearance in Middle River on Wednesday. The Baltimore Ravens tight end will be signing autographs at By the Docks seafood restaurant. The public signing will begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Prices can be found in the graphic below.  The event is presented by Lupton’s Sports Collectible. By the […]

Public health alert issued for ready-to-eat charcuterie products due to possible Salmonella contamination

WASHINGTON—The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service is issuing a public health alert out of an abundance of caution due to concerns about Salmonella illnesses. Officials say the contamination may be associated with ready-to-eat (RTE) charcuterie meat products in Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler and Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta. The Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta […]

Ravens Cheerleaders to appear at The Local on THE AVENUE at White Marsh this weekend

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Get ready to meet the Ravens Cheerleaders in White Marsh this weekend. The Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders will be appearing at The Local on Friday, January 12 and Sunday, January 14. Appearance times are 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Friday, 1/12 and 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. on Sunday, 1/14. Visitors can stop by for signature cocktails, amazing food, and […]

2024 Baltimore County Winter Restaurant Week begins this weekend

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County officials on Wednesday announced that the tastiest week of the season will return this weekend. Baltimore County Winter Restaurant Week will be held from Friday, January 12 – Sunday, February 21, 2024. During Baltimore County’s 2024 Winter Restaurant Week, deals and special menu items will be available at 45 participating establishments across the county. “Restaurant week is […]

FDA continues to investigate elevated lead, chromium levels found in cinnamon applesauce pouches as reports of adverse reactions mount

WASHINGTON—The U.S. Food and Drug Administration continues to investigate reports of adverse reactions due to elevated levels of lead and chromium found in cinnamon applesauce pouches across the country. As of January 8, 2024, FDA has received 87 confirmed complaints/reports of adverse events potentially linked to recalled products. To date, confirmed complainants, or people for whom a complaint or adverse […]