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Statistics Canada has released its latest economic indicators report. In September the country’s overall inflation rate was just under 7%, a near repeat of the August report. But Canadian food costs continue to rise. Prices in grocery stores rose to about 11.5%, a...

Senate Democrats are urging the Federal Trade Commission to investigate the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons.  They are concerned about the transaction's potential implications for consumers.   The group of lawmakers includes Minnesota's Amy Klobuchar, Connecticut's Richard Blumenthal and New Jersey's Cory Booker.  In a letter ...

Last week, we told you about the Dairy Farmers of Washington teaming up with Yoke’s for the Give-a-Gallon campaign; an effort to get fresh dairy products in the hands of local families in need.  The promotion has been expanded to include Safeway and Albertsons stores across the Inland Northwest.  To parti...

Washington and Oregon users of USDA’s Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, or SNAP will be able to purchase groceries online beginning later this summer.   USDA is testing the online purchase program and has agreement with seven retailers, including Safeway in Washington and Oregon.   I...