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Deadly Cheeses Prompt Massive Recall Nationwide: CDC, FDA, USDA Deadly Cheeses Prompt Massive Recall Nationwide: CDC, FDA, USDA
Deadly Cheeses Prompt Massive Recall Nationwide: CDC, FDA, USDA Dairy products linked to deaths and serious illness — sold nationwide at many major retailers — are being recalled, the Center for Disease Control, the US Department of Agriculture, and the Food And Drug Administration announced in multiple releases over the first week of February.  Rizo Lopez Foods, Inc. is recalling over 50 products after 26 illnesses, 23 hospitalizations, and 2 deaths, according to the CDC.  The California-based company issued the recall following the report of Listeria monocytogenes contamination causing illnesses in 11 states. Listeria monocytogene…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Beloved Fitchburg Firefighter Dies After Long Battle With Illness: Officials Beloved Fitchburg Firefighter Dies After Long Battle With Illness: Officials
Beloved Fitchburg Firefighter Dies After Long Battle With Illness: Officials A 34-year veteran of the Fitchburg Fire Department died recently after suffering from a long-term illness, the chief of the department announced on Wednesday, Feb. 1.  Martin Kukkula began his career as an active-duty firefighter in Fitchburg in 1988 and was a well-liked and respected member of Oak Hill Station before moving to the dispatch center.  Kukkula was the most senior firefighter in the department, earning badge No. 1.  Marty was one of the hardest working most dedicated Firefighters over his 34-year career. It is with a sad heart that the Chief of Department regrets to anno…

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by Josh Lanier
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Public Health Alert Issued For Breaded Chicken Product Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination Public Health Alert Issued For Breaded Chicken Product Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination
Public Health Alert Issued For Breaded Chicken Product Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination Federal health officials are cautioning consumers to fully heat raw frozen breaded chicken products due to the possibility of salmonella contamination. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert due to concerns about illnesses caused by Salmonella Enteritidis that may be associated with frozen, raw, breaded, and pre-browned, stuffed chicken products. Officials said the items may be labeled "chicken cordon bleu", chicken with “broccoli and cheese”, or "chicken Kiev." “This public health alert is being issued to r…

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by Zak Failla