50,000-Plus Bottles Of Popular Brand Of Buffalo Wing Sauce Recalled 50,000-Plus Bottles Of Popular Brand Of Buffalo Wing Sauce Recalled
50,000-Plus Bottles Of Popular Brand Of Buffalo Wing Sauce Recalled A recall has been issued for a popular brand of buffalo wing sauce due to an undeclared ingredient. T.W. Garner Food Company is voluntarily recalling 50,688 12-ounce bottles of Texas Pete Buffalo Wing Sauce because some of the bottles may contain Texas Pete® Extra Mild Wing Sauce which contains soy, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product, the FDA noted The product can be identified as a 12 oz. glass bottle with…
New Jefferson Valley Eatery Cited For Unique Atmosphere, Appetizing Options New Jefferson Valley Eatery Cited For Unique Atmosphere, Appetizing Options
New Jefferson Valley Eatery Cited For Unique Atmosphere, Appetizing Options A brand-new eatery in Northern Westchester is quickly making a splash. The new coffee spot boasts its own roastery, live music, and "a unique experience that goes beyond your typical cafe." Common Grounds Cafe Lounge, located in Jefferson Valley at 3677 Hill Boulevard, may have only opened its doors at the end of March 2023 but has already made a name for itself by providing guests with a cozy and unique atmosphere alongside its handcrafted beverages. The eatery, which features large windows and plenty of greenery, mixes an industrial style with modern touches, from handpainted murals to a…
Van Leeuwen Recalls 4,000 Ice Cream Pints Due To Undeclared Ingredient Van Leeuwen Recalls 4,000 Ice Cream Pints Due To Undeclared Ingredient
Van Leeuwen Recalls 4,000 Ice Cream Pints Due To Undeclared Ingredient More than 4,000 pints of ice cream are being recalled by a New York-based manufacturer due to an undeclared ingredient. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream of Brooklyn says frozen 14-ounce pints of its French Ice Cream product "Brown Sugar Chunk” may contain an undeclared allergen, walnuts.  "People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to walnuts run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products," according to the FDA. The recalled products are distributed nationally in retail stores.  The product comes in a reddish-brown package with black le…
Beloved Eatery To Close In Northern Westchester Beloved Eatery To Close In Northern Westchester
Beloved Eatery To Close In Northern Westchester A beloved local eatery in Northern Westchester known for offering retro arcade games, a soda fountain, and plenty of tea is set to soon close.  Croton Corners & Hudson Tea Co., located in Croton-on-Hudson at 124 Grand St., will close at the end of June 2023, according to owner Tessa Tokke.  Tokke did not give a reason for the closing but said that she would miss the cafe's regular visitors. "I'll miss chatting with customers the most," she said on social media, adding, "Come for tea one last time!"  The eatery, which serves unique flavors of soda, delicious authentic En…
Recall Issued For Deli Meat Distributed In Several States, Including New York Recall Issued For Deli Meat Distributed In Several States, Including New York
Recall Issued For Deli Meat Distributed In Several States, Including New York A recall has been issued for a brand of deli meat sold in several states, including New York. Sofina Foods Inc. is recalling approximately 15,165 pounds of ready-to-eat mortadella deli meat products due to misbranding and undeclared allergen, the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced. The product may contain pistachio (tree nuts), a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. The ready-to-eat mortadella deli meat products were produced on March 27, 2023, March 30, 2023, and April 4, 2023. Click this link from the USDA to view p…
Target Recalling Millions Of Threshold Candles Due To Burn Hazard Target Recalling Millions Of Threshold Candles Due To Burn Hazard
Target Recalling Millions Of Threshold Candles Due To Burn Hazard Nearly five million Threshold candles sold exclusively at Target are being recalled due to burn and injury concerns. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of approximately 4.9 million Threshold glass jar candles that can crack or break during use, posing laceration and burn hazards. Officials say that the recall includes: 5.5-ounce, one-wick candles; 14-ounce, three-wick candles; 20-ounce, three-wick candles. They were sold in a variety of scents. There have been. total of 137 reports of the candle jar breaking or cracking during use. Six injuries have been r…
456,000 Waffle Makers Recalled Due To Burn Hazard, With Dozens Of Injury Reports 456,000 Waffle Makers Recalled Due To Burn Hazard, With Dozens Of Injury Reports
456,000 Waffle Makers Recalled Due To Burn Hazard, With Dozens Of Injury Reports Nearly half a million waffle makers are being recalled due to a burn hazard that has resulted in dozens of injuries. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of 456,000  PowerXL Stuffed Wafflizer waffle makers on Thursday, May 18 after 44 reports of incidents including 34 burn injuries with three requiring medical attention. "Hot pieces of the waffle or stuffing can be expelled from the waffle maker during use or upon opening the product, posing a burn risk to consumers," the CPSC said. The waffle makers were sold at Walmart, Kohls, Big Lots, B…
Popular Danbury Restaurant Celebrates 50 Years In Business Popular Danbury Restaurant Celebrates 50 Years In Business
Popular Danbury Restaurant Celebrates 50 Years In Business In just a few days a Fairfield County dinner institution will be celebrating its 50th year in business with a big fat steak and plenty of fanfare. Chuck’s Steak House in Danbury hits the big 50 on Monday, May 22. The restaurant opened for business on May 22, 1973. “My Dad, Hank Zaccara, was 35 years old when he opened the doors for business here in 1973,” said Elizabeth Zaccara Booth. “Although he’s been gone for 8 years now, I know he would be very proud to see that Chuck’s is still thriving.” Danbury Mayor Dean Esposito was at the restaurant recently and presented a proclamation from th…
Pasta Sauce Recall: 24-Ounce Bottles Were Sold At Wegmans Pasta Sauce Recall: 24-Ounce Bottles Were Sold At Wegmans
Pasta Sauce Recall: 24-Ounce Bottles Were Sold At Wegmans A recall has been issued for a popular brand of tomato sauce sold at Wegmans supermarkets. The manufacturer, LiDestri Foods, said 24-ounce jars of Wegmans Italian Classics Diavolo pasta sauce may contain undeclared fish (anchovy).  "People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to anchovy run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.," the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said. The sauce was sold at Wegman’s grocery stores in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, Virginia,…
Popular Hudson Valley Eatery To Add New Location Popular Hudson Valley Eatery To Add New Location
Popular Hudson Valley Eatery To Add New Location A beloved eatery that already fulfills cravings for tasty Mexican cuisine at locations across the Hudson Valley is planning to open another Northern Westchester restaurant.  Salsa Fresca Mexican Grill is set to soon open a new location in Thornwood at 611 Columbus Ave. sometime in May, the franchise's owners said on social media.  The eatery chain is known for serving Mexican-inspired staples such as tacos, burritos, and quesadillas in addition to a variety of bowls and salads.  Signature menu offerings include Baja chicken tacos; Aztec garden bowls with roasted vegetab…
New Item Added To Recall Of Spinach, Kale, Collard Green Products Due To Listeria Risk New Item Added To Recall Of Spinach, Kale, Collard Green Products Due To Listeria Risk
New Item Added To Recall Of Spinach, Kale, Collard Green Products Due To Listeria Risk A new item has just been added to a recall announced late last week for brands of vegetable products due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. Lancaster Foods announced the recall of Robinson Fresh, Lancaster, and Giant brand Kale, Spinach, and Collard Green products produced at the company’s Jessup, Maryland facility and distributed through retailers and distributors in the states of New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia.  The recall was initiated after notification that a random sample of a single bag of Chopped Kale Gree…
‘Immediately Stop Using': 2.2 Million Exercise Bikes Recalled After Injuries Reported ‘Immediately Stop Using': 2.2 Million Exercise Bikes Recalled After Injuries Reported
‘Immediately Stop Using': 2.2 Million Exercise Bikes Recalled After Injuries Reported A recall has been issued for 2.2 million exercise bikes until they can be repaired following multiple reports of injuries. The seat post assembly of the Peloton Bike Model PL01 can break during use, posing fall and injury hazards to the user, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bikes and contact Peloton for a free repair. Peloton is offering consumers a free seat post that can be self-installed. The bike measures 4 feet long, and 2 feet wide, and has an adjustable seat, handlebar, and screen, which tilts up…
Store Closures Announced For Christmas Tree Shops, Including In Hudson Valley Store Closures Announced For Christmas Tree Shops, Including In Hudson Valley
Store Closures Announced For Christmas Tree Shops, Including In Hudson Valley Christmas Tree Shops has announced it will close 10 of its stores after filing for bankruptcy. The 53-year-old discount home-goods chain offers seasonal decor year-round, along with assorted gifts, kitchen items, and furniture. The 10 stores closures are: Rockland County, New York: 32 Spring Valley Marketplace, Spring Valley; Jefferson County, New York: 21182 Salmon Run Mall Loop West, Watertown; Cape Cod, Massachusetts: Davis Straits, Route 28 Falmouth Plaza, Falmouth, Massachusetts; Barnstable County, Massachusetts: Cranberry Highway Route 6A, Sagamore; Lancaster County, Pennsylvania:…