green living, smart spending
This is a great time to be in NYC, for fall foliage in parks and gardens, the annual Corn Maize in Queens, ice skating rinks re-opening for the season, FREE Halloween events, FREE Archtober architectural events, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree arrives, the NYC Marathon, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and other holiday happenings begin
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There are great meal deals and new menu items at national restaurant and fast food chains every week, to help you stretch your strained budget. Including – McDonald’s Monoply returns, Krispy Kreme Halloween donuts, Applebee’s expands its 2 for $25 appetizer/main menu, Burger King upgrades its chicken nuggets, new value meals at TGIFridays, Olive Garden
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Closets and dresser drawers bulging? Clear the clutter and get paid for recycling things you no longer want or use. Recycling is a win-win, because is reduces waste and compensates you for your good deed helping the planet.
Now that gas and diesel prices are higher than ever because of the ongoing US war on Iran, it’s important again to save money at the pump. You can do that if you tune up, slow down, lighten up, and use money-saving apps to find the least expensive gas near you. Here’s how: How to
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Movies on the cheap – AMC is changing it’s long-running Discount Tuesdays program to include Wednesdays. That’s two days a week to see new film releases for 50% off, and he deal includes 50% off on popcorn and drinks.
Do you know how much it costs to own a car? According to the AAA, the average annual cost to own and operate a new vehicle is $12,863, or $1,071.92 per month. This is up by about $2,000 a year, or $100 a month, since 2025, and reflects continued increases from fuel prices, depreciation, and
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Movies on the cheap – See nine weeks of family-friendly films on the big screen for just $1 per ticket, plus get discounts on popcorn, snacks and drinks. The cheap movie tickets are Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11AM, each week from June 1 to August 13, 2026 at Regal Cinemas nationwide. Make your summer
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Spring cleaning often means debating what to throw out and what to hang on to. Save time and money with these eco-friendly tips to de-clutter your closets, dresser and desk drawers, countertops and bins. Followthis handy guide to what you can toss guilt-free, what has the potential for re-use, and what should be donated to
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Valentine’s Day 2026 features a diverse mix of restaurant deals, ranging from high-stakes luxury to playful, low-stress celebrations. Diners can enjoy heart-shaped pizzas and donuts, Valentine’s Day prix-fixe menus, and “experience-driven” dates like fast-food weddings and caviar pairings. Whether you’re searching for a romantic steakhouse dinner or a nostalgic “Love Castle” reservation, these Valentine’s Day
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Scam Alert – Direct payment apps like Paypal, Venmo and Zelle are being used increasingly by scammers to steal your money, your identity, or both, including taking advantage of online shopping by impersonating banks and other well-known companies. You won’t be able to get your money back, so here’s what to watch out for to
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