
Rising inflation driving more people to food banks like Long Island Cares
Long Island Cares/The Harry Chapin Food Bank serves those in need in Nassau and Suffolk counties.
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Long Island Cares/The Harry Chapin Food Bank serves those in need in Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Rising inflation rates are driving up prices for everything, including food. Local food banks, like Long Island Cares, are doing what they can to help struggling families put food on their tables. The food bank's CEO, Paule Pachter, joined CBS2's Dana Tyler to talk about the need for help.
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The driver of the vehicle fled the scene without stopping, police said.
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Right now, they turn off from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
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The maximum rebate is $250 for up to three children.
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The pandemic relief fund passed by Democrats provides $350 billion directly to cities, counties and states.
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