Edsal recalls 2.2 million shelving units, Nautilus recalls select Bowflex barbells

BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced two important product recalls this week. Edsal Shelving Recall Edsal is recalling approximately 2.2 millions of its 5-Tier Muscle Rack Heavy Duty Steel Shelving Units used to store heavy items. The company says the shelves can fail to support the 800-pound weight load as stated on the packaging, posing an injury hazard […]

Councilman Marks: Five years after Mars closed, a revived Silver Spring Shopping Center

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The following is an op-ed piece from Councilman David Marks: Nearly five years ago, Mars Supermarkets announced they would close all 13 stores in the Baltimore area. While some were acquired by Weis Markets, other locations became vacant. One spot was the Mars Supermarket at Belair and Silver Spring Roads in Perry Hall. As Councilman, I have worked hard […]

Hot Pockets recalled due to glass, plastic contamination

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Nestlé is recalling approximately 762,615 pounds of not-ready-to-eat pepperoni Hot Pockets products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of glass and hard plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced this week. The frozen Hot Pockets products were produced from Nov. 13, 2020 through Nov. 16, 2020. The product has a shelf […]

Belkin recalls portable wireless chargers due to fire, shock hazards

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Belkin is recalling various wireless chargers and stands due to possible fire and shock hazards. The company says there is a manufacturing defect in the power supply unit that can cause the charger to malfunction and overheat, posing fire and shock hazards. This recall involves the Belkin Portable Wireless Charger + Stand Special Edition. This product is a power […]

Noble House recalls home furnishings sold online due to tip-over, entrapment hazards

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Noble House has recalled various chests, cabinets, and dressers that were sold online, saying that the items are unstable and can tip over if not anchored to the wall. These items pose serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children. Approximately 780 units are involved in the recall.  The items were sold online […]

Target recalls 180,000 infant-toddler girls’ swimsuits due to choking hazard

UPDATE: Target has also announced a recall on certain infant rompers due to a possible choking hazard. Original story below… —– NOTTINGHAM, MD—Target is recalling more than 180,000 infant-toddler girls’ swimsuits sold at U.S. stores due to a possible choking hazard. The recall includes the Cat & Jack “Summer Blue Lemon,” “Coral Icon Story Hawaiian,” and “Moxie Peach Lemon” one-piece […]

Target recalls 300,000 infant rompers due to choking hazard

UPDATE: Target is also recalling certain infant-toddler girls’ swimsuits due to a choking hazard. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—Target is recalling close to 300,000 infant rompers sold at U.S. stores due to a possible choking hazard. The recall includes the Cloud Island Waterfront Baby Boutique Romper, Cloud Island Little Peanut and True Navy Rompers, Cloud Island Little Wildflower and […]