Lead poisoning has hit the news recently with pollution from leaded aviation gasoline, poisoning from applesauce pouches and federal lead pipe replacement projects. But some lead poisoning threats come during the holiday gift-giving season from jewelry, toys, makeup and other gifts.
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The lights are up and Washington’s Downtown Holiday Market is open
Located along F Street N.W. between 7th and 9th Streets, next to the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C.’s Holiday Market is open.
Valentine’s Day’s roots are more than candy and roses
Roses, chocolates and cards are how we celebrate Valentine’s Day today, but that isn’t how it was celebrated in A.D. 269. Saint Valentine was known for bringing lovers together but was eventually martyred for it. February 14, the day of his death, is now what we know as Valentine’s Day.
TSA provides travel tips for painless security checks this holiday season
Forget about bringing the mashed potatoes through, but baked potatoes are fine. The Transportation Safety Administration is reminding holiday travelers of what is—and is not—permitted in the terminal in order to help speed up security checkpoints and prevent travelers from having to throw away any personal items when they fly during the holiday season.
Prince George’s County Police offer “trunk or treat” as a safe trick-or-treating alternative
Despite the scary costumes and sugary candy, trick or treating is major concern to parents.The Prince George’s County Police Department worked to create a safer alternative this year.
Local monuments commemorate historic Hispanic figures
Use this interactive map to find 6 Washington, D.C. monuments celebrating Hispanic heritage.
Ready, set, file! Tax Day is April 18
Tax Day is April 18 – three days later than usual. Have you filed yet?
For Maryland Twitter users, the Lenten struggle is real
Maryland Twitter users voice the struggles with the 40-day self-sacrificial lead-up to Easter.
7 fun facts about St. Patrick’s Day
Share the luck of the Irish… and these fun facts about #StPatricksDay!