Gummy bears have been around for a long time. The first prototype of the squishy candy debuted in Germany in 1922. While their appearance and flavors have changed slightly over the years, they remain ...

Rockville police were investigating after two children reportedly got gummy bears with sewing needles inside of them while trick-or-treating.

Trick-or-treaters may find more fruity candy than chocolate among their Halloween handouts this year. That should be fine with younger consumers, who have been gravitating for years toward ...

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