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If Coupons Aren’t Enough...
When things are financially fit and the money seems to flow into our bank accounts many of us become a somewhat careless with spending money. "But there’s nothing like a good old-fashioned recession to remind people you can’t be sloppy all the time," said Eric Tyson, author of "Personal Finance for Dummies." The following article is made up of tips from four financial experts which can help anyone trying to cut back on day-to-day expenses.
Clipping Coupons for Soldiers
Interested in helping the military without leaving your home? Kay Macvey, 83, and 30 volunteers have been doing exactly that by cutting, organizing and shipping coupons to overseas commissaries to help the military families save money.
CPSC Grants One Year Stay of Testing for Certain Products
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission voted unanimously (2-0) to issue a one year stay of enforcement for certain testing and certification requirements for manufacturers and importers of regulated products, including products intended for children 12 years old and younger.
Hilton Launches New Focused Service Brand
Hilton Hotels Corporation has announced the launch of Home2 Suites by Hilton, a new mid-tier, extended-stay hotel concept targeting value-wise, extended-stay travelers.
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Weis Markets Lowers and Freezes Some Prices
Weis Markets announced it has lowered prices on thousands of its staple items effective January 2 and that it has implemented a 90-day price freeze on these items. This price freeze is effective through April 1, 2009. Items include private label and brand name products in center store, frozen, dairy, produce, meat, deli and bakery.
Giant Food Stores Offers Free Anti-biotics
Starting January 2, 2009, and continuing through March 21, 2009, Super G, Giant Food and Shop Start pharmacies are offering you up to a 14-day supply of the most commonly prescribed generic antibiotics for free.
Publix and Special Olympics Join Forces
While you're at Publix between now and Jan. 22, show you're a fan of Special Olympics by purchasing a paper torch at the check-out register for $1, $3, or $5 to support Special Olympics and your local athletes. The torches include $6.00 in coupons on select Procter and Gamble products. These coupons are good above and beyond the brandSAVER(TM) coupons.
Beech-Nut Offers Free Food for Babies Born on January 1, 2009
Parents of 2009 New Year's babies can go to Beech-Nut for more information on how to get voucher for $5.00 New Year's Baby coupons for free Beech-Nut foods. Entries must be postmarked by March 31, 2009.
Albertson’s to Sell 49 Florida Stores to Publix
Albertson’s LLC announced today that it has accepted an offer from Publix Super Markets, Inc. to purchase 49 of the company’s stores in Florida. The transaction is expected to be complete in September. See: List of Stores Being Sold
