Temperatures to fall sharply overnight, Code Blue issued in Baltimore

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The snow has ended in the Baltimore area, but chilly overnight temperatures could lead to hazardous road conditions. The National Weather Service says temperatures remain cold and will become much colder overnight, dropping to around 20 degrees. Some areas could even see temperatures in the teens. Baltimore City has issued its first Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert of the […]

WINTER STORM: 5 – 8 inches of snow expected in Baltimore area, Maryland State Police respond to over 40 crashes

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Monday announced that the State of Maryland has activated a government-wide response to the ongoing winter storm that could have a significant impact on roads and transportation systems. Much of the state is now under winter weather advisories and warnings, and the National Weather Service has expanded potential snowfall totals over the course of the […]

Winter Storm Warning issued for southern Baltimore County, Baltimore City

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for southern Baltimore County (including the Nottingham area) and Baltimore City. The warning will remain in effect until 4 p.m. on Monday afternoon. Periods of heavy snow are expected with total accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. The heaviest snow will be through midday. Northern Baltimore County is under […]

Poppies International recalls certain lots of Delizza Chocolate Enrobed, Cream Puff products due to presence of metal pieces

BALTIMORE, MD—Poppies International, Inc. is issuing a voluntary recall of selected products due to the possible presence of small metal fragments. The issue was discovered during production. No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with the recalled items. Any consumers who have purchased or received any of the products described below should immediately discontinue use of the product […]

Dole recalls several packaged salad products due to possible Listeria risk

BALTIMORE, MD—Dole Fresh Vegetables has announced a voluntary recall of all Dole-branded and private label packaged salads processed at its Bessemer City, NC and Yuma, AZ processing facilities due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. Dole is also temporarily suspending operations at both facilities to conduct an extensive cleaning and sanitation protocol. Products subject to the voluntary recall […]

Maryland State Police to target impaired, aggressive, distracted drivers over holiday week

PIKESVILLE, MD—Maryland State Police are gearing up for the week between Christmas and New Year’s with additional troopers on patrol using a variety of initiatives to urge both motorists and pedestrians to use common sense, take responsibility, and be more courteous on Maryland’s roadways. Between Wednesday and January 2, troopers from each of the 23 Maryland State Police barracks statewide […]

Fresh Express recalls some packaged salad products due to Listeria risk

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Fresh Express is recalling certain varieties of its branded and private label salad products produced at the company’s Streamwood, Illinois facility because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This organism can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may […]

Northern Lights recalls Alaura jar candles sold at Costco due to laceration, fire hazards

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Northern Lights, Inc. is recalling approximately 139,500 Alaura jar candles that were sold at Costco. The recalled jar candles can shatter, crack, or break apart while burning, posing laceration and fire hazards. The recall involves the Alaura Brand Two-Tone Jar Candles. The two-tone candles come in a decorative glass container with a metal lid. They come in two scents; […]