2012

This weekend found the Long Beach Police Department engaging in a motorcycle safety enforcement operation in areas in the city that are known to be frequented by motorcyclists.  In a new report, the LBPD offers a series of tips that can be followed by automobile operators and motorcyclists alike in order to help promote safety…. read more

The Long Beach Police Department held a Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation this past Saturday thanks to a grant provided by the state and the federal government.  The effort found officers on the lookout for violations such as intoxicated driving in areas where motorcycles are prevalent.  Last month saw a similar operation conducted.  That effort found… read more

In a new report, motorcycle enthusiasts and doctors alike discuss how important it is to wear a helmet while astride the back of a motorcycle.  A doctor from St. Elizabeth Health Center even explains in graphic detail what he has to do should a traumatic head injury occur.  It involves a drill that is used… read more

As many more people turn to their bicycles as a safe and eco-friendly alternative to driving to work, it becomes ever more important to heed necessary precautions.  In North Bay, Ontario though, many bicyclists are increasingly riding on the sidewalk, prompting the local police department to announce a crackdown on such a practice.  The initiative… read more

This past Saturday, police officers in Albany, New York taught children about bicycle safety through a bicycle rodeo.  It was the second West Hill bicycle rodeo in what’s set to be an annual effort.  Children participated in an obstacle course and were able to obtain free helmet fittings from officers.  A raffle was held for… read more

Santa Fe vehicles from the 2007 through 2009 model years are being recalled by Hyundai due to an error with the occupant classification system.  199,118 vehicles might need recalibration of this component so that it can determine if an adult of small stature is in the seat.  If recalibration is not conducted, the system might… read more

1,051 cartons of Catswell Brand VitaKitty Chicken Breast with Flaxseed and Vitamins are being recalled by Arthur Dogswell because the cat treats’ might contain propylene glycol.  High levels of this contaminant could cause cats’ red blood cells to become anemic, leading the cat to experience a serious injury.  No pet owners have reported their felines’… read more

Hyundai has announced the recall of 22,512 Sonata vehicles of the 2012 and 2013 model years.  A manufacturing error might lead the side curtain airbags in these vehicles to activate without a crash taking place.  This could both injure the occupants of the vehicle and distract any driver who has to suddenly switch his focus… read more

Recently, Gills Onions announced the recall of a variety of products, and the repercussions of that initial recall are now being felt.  Wegmans Food Markets has announced the recall of a variety of products that contain the chopped white onions recalled by Gills due to a Listeria threat.  Products now being recalled include Wegmans Veggie… read more

217,500 Tribute vehicles of the model years 2001 through 2006 (plus 2008) are being recalled by Mazda.  There is a risk that, when the driver presses the gas pedal, the throttle can become stuck and send the vehicle hurtling down the road at unreasonable speeds.  This issue is due to inadequate clearance between the speed… read more

A number of bread products are being recalled by Wimberger’s Old World Bakery and Delicatessen due to the potential for the items to contain undeclared allergens.  Items such as Pretzel Rolls, Brat Buns, French Bread, and Kaiser Rolls could have milk, wheat, and soy.  This threat was the result of a packaging error which led… read more

Although avoiding turmoil in the midst of a storm or some other type of disaster is certainly important, many people pay scant attention to what comes in the immediate aftermath of such a situation.  Storms of all sorts are relatively commonplace, from tornadoes to hurricanes to blizzards and everything in between, and should such a… read more