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Samonella Risk Prompts Another Romaine Lettuce Recall
A new, voluntary recall has cropped up in Salinas, California. Pacific International Marketing, announced yesterday that they would voluntarily recall of 19 cases of bulk romaine lettuce which affects Vons and Pavilions stores in California and Nevada.
Chicago Police Seize 8 Tons Of Marijuana
Chicago Police seized 8 tons of marijuana yesterday and then posed for pictures as part of their victory lap. The funny part is that this comes just one day after the City Council voted to reduce penalties for possession. This seizure made Tuesday was the city’s largest bust in the last 20 years, capping an [...]
Bagged Lettuce Recall Affects Wal-Mart, Kroger
In a voluntary recall, Dole Fresh Vegetables pulls 1077 cases of pre-washed, bagged salad from Wal-Mart and Kroger stores in six states. The reason for the recall: suspected listeria contamination. The recall includes Kroger Fresh Selections Greener Supreme, Kroger Fresh Selections Leafy Romaine, and Wal-mart Marketside Leafy Romaine – UPC numbers and date codes of [...]
