Month: March 2010

Barcel Announces Voluntary Recall

Irving, Texas–(ENEWSPF)–March 17, 2010.  Barcel was notified by one of its suppliers that a seasoning used in Barcel Tostachos contains hydrolyzed vegetable protein (HVP) manufactured by Basic Food Flavors, Inc., which has voluntarily recalled several lots of this ingredient because of potential Salmonella exposure. In response, Barcel announced today that[Read More…]

Haselson International Trading Recalls Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 17, 2010.  The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Units: About 23,000 Distributor: Haselson[Read More…]

Mobile Power Packs Recalled By Tumi Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 17, 2010.  The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Mobile Power Packs Units: About 5,000 Manufacturer: Tumi, of South[Read More…]

Congressman Dennis Kucinich Announces He Will Vote in Favor of Passing President Obama’s Health Reform Proposal

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 17, 2010.  Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) announced this morning that he will vote in favor of passing President Obama’s health reform legislation. Congressman Kucinich previously voted ‘no’ on the earlier House bill as it did not contain universal coverage.  Kucinich has been a vocal supporter of expanding the[Read More…]

IDOT, Illinois State Police and Local Law Enforcement Say Luck Will Not Get You Home This St. Patrick’s Day

SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2010.  The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Illinois State Police (ISP) are partnering with numerous law enforcement agencies throughout the state during St. Patrick’s Day to remind everyone to act responsibly by designating a sober driver if they plan on consuming alcohol. The departments are providing[Read More…]

Administration Announces Opening of Exam Window for National Financial Capability Challenge

Washington–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2010.  Starting this week, students from across the country may begin the National Financial Capability Challenge for a chance to be recognized by the Obama Administration for their outstanding achievement. The Challenge, which was unveiled in December 2009 by Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and Education Secretary Arne Duncan,[Read More…]

U.S. PIRG Applauds Chairman Dodd for Moving Reforms Forward, Urges Senate to Stand Strong Against Bank Lobbyists

WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–March 16 – “We applaud Chairman Dodd of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee for moving forward towards passage of legislation to protect American consumers and increase the stability of the economy. We expect that Wall Street bankers who wrecked the economy and were then bailed out by the taxpayers will[Read More…]

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