No one really knows why St. Michael the Archangel is the patron saint of grocers, but a lot of us might want to invoke his aid these days. Food prices […]
9 Ways to save money on groceries, with a little saintly help
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Food banks impacted as more families need food
Inflation has caused pretty much everything to rise in price, including groceries. More and more people can’t afford the food they need. “We gave eight food bags for the whole […]
‘I need housing’: Homeless advocates call on Baltimore City to use federal funding
A coalition of homeless advocates called on Baltimore’s mayor to use federal American Rescue Plan funding to address homelessness. Homeless tent encampments seem to be popping up everywhere in Baltimore […]
I’m a nutrition expert – these are my top 5 cheap and easy ways to keep your kids healthy during the summer holidays
The summer holidays can be one of the toughest times of the year to keep your kids on a healthy routine – especially on a tight budget. With late summer […]
How to Eat More Veg and Fruit (Without Spending Loads of Money)
Fruit and veg are vital to a healthy lifestyle, providing us with essential vitamins and minerals to keep our bodies and minds in tip-top condition. But this can sometimes cost […]
The 10 Best Ingredients to Help You Make Cheap (and Healthy) Meals
A combination of higher gas prices, supply-chain bottlenecks, war, and labor shortages has caused the prices of everyday food items to soar. And with inflation, a dollar buys less than […]
19 Easy and Cheap Dinner Ideas That Everyone Will Love
Being a grown-up is so expensive these days. Maybe you’re out of work, paying off student loans, scrimping to pay for child care or setting aside money for a new […]
7 Common Misconceptions About Food Stamps, According to Experts
The federal government has a number of programs in place that act as safety nets and support for families at or below the poverty line. One such program, the Supplemental […]
Surprising Things You Can Buy With Food Stamps
Formerly known as food stamps, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the most important anti-hunger initiative in America. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), SNAP provided […]
Native American, LGBTQ communities grapple with homelessness, housing discrimination
Raina McLaughlin is a recovering addict, an alcoholic, a new mother and homeless, and up against tremendous odds to remain on a straight path to a stable life. In March, […]