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Mar 01, 2023

Pandemic SNAP Benefits Just Expired. Here’s Where To Find More Help

A number of local nonprofits are stepping up to provide help to those who might be in need.

Jan 11, 2023

After Days Of Bare Shelves, H Street Walmart Is Slowly Restocking

Freezers and fridges at the Walmart have been out of order.

Jun 18, 2021

Food Insecurity Among Hispanic Families Surged During Pandemic, Report Finds

50% of newly food insecure D.C. residents identified as Hispanic, while only 16% reported experiencing food insecurity before the pandemic.

Aug 27, 2020

D.C. Sues Instacart For Charging Customers Allegedly Deceptive Fees And Avoiding Sales Taxes

The lawsuit says Instacart led customers to falsely believe that an optional “service fee” was a tip for workers.

Jun 20, 2017

New D.C. Program Offers More Groceries To Seniors In Wards 7 And 8

Residents who qualify based on income and access to food will have the option of receiving prepared meals, groceries, or both.

Nov 10, 2011

Ribbon Cut at D.C.’s First ALDI

This morning, District officials were on hand as the ribbon was cut at the District’s first ALDI grocery store, located at 901 17th Street NE.

Nov 02, 2011

Watergate/Senior Safeway To Close in December

The Safeway grocery at the Watergate complex — often referred to as the Senior Safeway due to its appeal to older residents who live in the complex — will close on December 3, reports the Post’s Jonathan O’Connell.

Oct 25, 2011

Gray To Bag Groceries, Enjoy Nordic Cuisine With Students

As our commentariat pointed out, Mayor Vince Gray will be bagging groceries at the Southwest Waterfront Safeway this afternoon at 4:30 p.m. But as amusing as that may sound, it’s actually not the food-related event we’re most looking forward to seeing the Mayor participate in this week.

Sep 08, 2011

Reminder: O Street Giant Closes Today

Don’t forget, Shaw residents: today is your last chance to pick up groceries at the Giant supermarket at 1414 8th Street NW. The grocery store will be closing its doors today at 6 p.m.

Sep 01, 2011

O Street Giant To Close Sept. 8, Chain To Offer Shuttle

It’s been no secret that, at some point, the Giant supermarket at 1414 8th Street NW in Shaw would close — after all, it’s difficult to build a new development which features a brand new, 35,000-square-foot supermarket with an old one standing in the way. Today, the chain confirmed that the grocery would close on September 8 at 6 p.m.

 
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