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Boar’s Head, Locatelli brand items sold in Kentucky recalled over listeria risk
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A third-party manufacturer that distributes some products under brands including Boar’s Head and Locatelli has recalled cheese items sold in some states, including Kentucky, over concerns of possible listeria contamination.
The Ambriola Company issued a recall for some of its pecorino romano cheese products, including two produced under the Boar’s Head brand, according to a Nov. 24 recall notice from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Another pecorino romano grated cheese product manufactured by the Ambriola Company and sold under the brand Locatelli was also recalled, according to retailers Big Y, Sprouts and Wegmans. The FDA has not yet issued a notice for that product.
The two products labeled under Boar’s Head that may contain the recalled cheese include pre-packaged deli salads and wraps sold at some Kroger grocery stores, the recall notice said.
The affected items may be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria commonly known as listeria. No illnesses or consumer complaints have been reported, the notice said.
In a statement to USA TODAY, Boar’s Head said it is “committed to delivering safe, high-quality foods that consumers can enjoy with confidence.”
“Boar’s Head took immediate action to halt the purchase of these products from The Ambriola Company, notify retail partners and ensure that the affected products are being removed from distribution nationally,” the statement said.
USA TODAY has reached out to The Ambriola Company and Locatelli for comment. Here’s what to know about the recall:
The recalled Boar’s Head-branded items, which include a six-ounce container of pecorino romano cheese and two pre-packaged products containing pecorino romano cheese, were sold at Kroger stores in Kentucky and Indiana, according to the recall notice.
The recalled items can be identified by their barcode number, known as the barcode UPC, or their best by date:
- Boar’s Head Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese – 6 oz container
- Case UPC: 042421-05858
- Sell-by Dates: 11/21/25-3/12/26
- EverRoast Chicken Caesar Salad (contains grated pecorino romano cheese)
- Barcode UPC: 850042244142
- Best by date: 11/9/2025-11/22/2025
- EverRoast Chicken Caesar Wrap (contains grated pecorino romano cheese)
- Barcode UPC: 85004224455
- Best by date: 11/9/2025-11/22/2025
Out of an abundance of caution, Boar’s Head also withdrew its other cheese product supplied through Ambriola Company, although it’s not part of the recall, the notice said.
- Pre-cut Pecorino Romano
- Item Code: 15160
- Case UPC: 042421-15160
- Sell-by dates: 11/25/25-5/11/26
The impacted Locatelli products are containers of grated pecorino romano cheese, according to Big Y, Sprouts and Wegmans. It’s unclear whether the impacted products were also sold to other retailers.
- Big Y:
- UPC: 41793-82493
- Size: 8-ounce container
- All sell-by dates
- Wegmans:
- UPC: 2-77580-XXXXX-7
- Any product sold from 11/14/25 and 11/22/25
- Sprouts:
- UPC: 0-41793-41292-2
- Size: 4-ounce container
- Sell-by dates 05/03/2026, 05/10/2026
What to do with recalled Locatelli, Boar’s Head-branded cheese products
Anyone who has one of the recalled products should dispose of it and not consume it.
For questions, contact Ambriola Company at info@ambriola.com.
New recall comes after deadly 2024 Boar’s Head listeria outbreak
While the products in this latest recall were manufactured by Ambriola and not Boar’s Head, the Boar’s Head brand was involved in a deadly listeria outbreak in 2024 linked to its deli meats.
The 2024 outbreak sickened 61 people across 19 states, resulting in 60 hospitalizations and 10 deaths, though it is likely the actual number of sicknesses was higher.
Boar’s Head’s Nov. 25 statement to USA TODAY emphasized that the latest recall is an isolated incident related to The Ambriola Company and no other Boar’s Head products manufactured at any other facilities are impacted by this recall.
“This supplier produces several products for a variety of different companies and brands, including Boar’s Head,” the statement said.
Listeria is a type of bacteria spread through food that can cause serious infections, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Symptoms of listeria infections depend on the person, but can include:
- Fever
- Flu-like symptoms, such as muscle aches and fatigue
- Headache
- Stiff neck
- Confusion
- Loss of balance
- Seizures
Infections are more likely to harm pregnant women, newborns, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. Listeria is the third leading cause of foodborne illness death in the United States, according to the CDC.
Melina Khan is a national trending reporter for USA TODAY. She can be reached at melina.khan@usatoday.com. Reach Marina Johnson at Marina.Johnson@courier-journal.com.
This story has been updated with additional information.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – Severe weather across the Commonwealth has led to downed trees, traffic impacts and thousands of power outages.
Extensive coverage will be available on air and on WKYT+, where people can stay updated on the latest storm threats and impacts.
Franklin County Damage
A house fire was caused by lightning striking the attic space above two bedrooms, the Franklin County Fire Department reports.
A child was reportedly awakened by smoke, and alerted the residents to danger. Everyone was able to get out of the home safely before fire crews arrived.
Crews say they were able to contain the fire to the attic, which reduced further damage to the home.
Grant County damage
The Grant County Judge Executive Chuck Dills declared a state of emergency for Grant County due to severe weather damage.
Mason County damage
The Washington Fire Department says crews have been busy with storm damage reports from early morning storms.
The Mason County Judge Executive Owen McNeill says most of the damage seems to be west of US 68 within or near the Maysville city limits. McNeill says trees and debris are in roads county wide, with several power lines down.
Jessamine County damage
Jessamine County Emergency Management posted on social media that multiple weather-related incidents and power outages Thursday morning have taxed their Emergency service teams
Officials say crews have responded to multiple flooded out roads, downed trees and at least four damaged structures including some commercial occupancies that had collapse of roof or structures.
If you experienced any damage, you are asked to message Jessamine County Emergency Management or submit a damage assessment report.
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 7 said KY 1267 at Cushingberry Lane in Jessamine County is closed due to a downed tree on a phone line.
Following severe weather, Ollie’s bargain outlet’s roof partially collapsed in Jessamine County according to emergency management. Emergency management is on the scene handling the situation.
The whole strip mall is closed due to a water leak and potential gas leak.
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Viewers are encouraged to submit any photos and videos of storm damage and impacts to WKYT. People can submit entries below.
Power outages
As of 8 a.m. on Thursday, June 18, over 4,000 customers in Fayette County are without power, and over 57,000 customers are without power throughout Kentucky, according to Kentucky Power Outages.
In a social media post, Woodford County said it was monitoring outages and was in coordination with utility partners to work to restore power.
The main transmission line that provides power to Falmouth was damaged, leading the city to be without power according to Pendleton County Emergency Management. An LG&E crew is reportedly enroute to fix the problem, but Falmouth will have no power until the damage is repaired.
Road Conditions
Garrard County Emergency Management says several state and county roads are being covered in water due to the weather conditions. They advise for anyone travelling to use extreme caution and be aware of flooded areas.
If encountering a water covered road, turn around and don’t drive through it, Garrard County Emergency Management says. An alternate route is the safest option.
Rolling Acres is closed between Bender Drive and Rancho Drive in Frankfort due to storm damage according to the Frankfort-Franklin County Office of Emergency Management. Utility crews are making preparations for repair onsite.
U.S. 127 Business at mile point 1.4 in Anderson County was closed due to a downed tree, according to KYTC, and Midway Road is closed between Old Frankfort Pike and US 60 in Woodford County.
KYTC reports a downed tree at mile point 3.1 on Bryan Station Road in Fayette County. The road is currently blocked. Information will be provided as updates become available.
Old Frankfort Pike is also closed between Pisgah Pike and the Fayette County line due to a tree on utility lines, KYTC said.
The Harrodsburg Police Department says that the road at Moberly Road and Scooter Avenue is not drivable due to high water, and barricades are in place to prevent drivers from attempting to cross.
KYTC encouraged drivers to use caution while traveling and watch for roadway hazard, including downed trees, debris and powerlines.
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By West Kentucky Star Staff
Jun. 17, 2026 | 10:25 PM
| PADUCAH
A drug trafficking investigation landed a Paducah man behind bars.
The weeks-long investigation by Paducah Police led them to 54-year-old Byrone K. Burns. Burnes was believed to be involved in moving illegal drugs through the area.
An undercover purchase was arranged, and detectives reportedly came away with more than ten grams of methamphetamine. Burns was arrested at his job just before 2:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Following his arrest, detectives searched two locations in Paducah connected to Burns. They reportedly seized more than two pounds of marijuana, a hydrocodone pill, several thousand dollars in cash, and items consistent with trafficking.
Burns, who is said to have an extensive criminal history related to drugs and weapons, was charged with trafficking in methamphetamine and marijuana, and possession of hydrocodone. He was booked into the McCracken County Regional Jail.
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Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, once labeled by ESPN as the No. 1 sports bar in America, is coming to Lexington, Kentucky.
The new dining establishment will be located at 1030 S. Broadway, in the former Tilted Kilt space, and will use the next-door site of KSBar & Grille, which closed in June, as a game-day location with a Kentucky Sports Radio presence.
The first Walk-On’s location in Kentucky — although its Clarksville, Indiana, location is just minutes from downtown Louisville — will feature at least 50 TVs for fans to watch UK games and other sporting events.
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux will open ahead of the 2026 football season. The new restaurant will be led by business partners Jamie Daniel and KSR founder Matt Jones.
“As a Kentucky native and die-hard Kentucky fan, opening a Walk-On’s here was a long time coming,” Daniel said in a news release. “By partnering with Matt and the KSR community, we’re serving a fan base that lives and breathes Kentucky sports. We believe this creates a destination unlike anything else in the market.”
KSBar opened in Lexington in 2018 and has been a staple for Kentucky sports fans. Jones wants to keep the space alive by opening it for game days and other special events while allowing fans to order from the Walk-On’s scratch-made menu.
“KSBar has always been about bringing Kentucky fans together,” Jones said in the release. “This partnership allows us to preserve that spirit while giving fans access to a bigger experience, a larger menu and the resources of one of the most successful sports bar brands in the country. We’ll still be here on game days, broadcasting KSR live and celebrating Kentucky sports, but now with Walk-On’s helping take the experience to the next level.”
Walk-On’s was founded in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in 2003 by former LSU basketball walk-ons Brandon Landry and Jack Warner. Since then, the restaurant has opened over 80 locations across the United States with partners like Dak Prescott, Dabo Swinney and co-owner Drew Brees.
Reach sports trending writer Alaina Morris at amorris@gannett.com and follow her on X at @alainammorris.
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