Man cuts Christmas tree in White Mountain National Forest

You can get a fresh Christmas tree for as little as $5 with a forest service permit

Scripps News  |  November 11, 2022

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Duck Brand Window Insulation Kit

Warm your house without raising your thermostat with a window insulation kit

Emily O'Brien  |  November 10, 2022

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Cozy Woman covered with warm soft merino wool blanket reading a book.

You could win $5,000 for staying home and not running a 5K turkey trot this Thanksgiving

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 10, 2022

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This top-rated turkey fryer is on sale on Amazon

Tricia Goss  |  November 9, 2022

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Aldi grocery store

Aldi is rolling back some Thanksgiving groceries to 2019 prices

Scripps News  |  November 9, 2022

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Walmart’s Black Friday Deals for Days starts Nov. 7

Kathleen St. John  |  November 4, 2022

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Oprah’s Favorite Things 2022 list has plenty of great gift ideas for the holidays

Tricia Goss  |  November 3, 2022

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Family takes photo for Christmas

Get a free set of 6 premium photo cards from Walgreens for a limited time

Marie Rossiter  |  October 25, 2022

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Seasonal worker at Kohl's

Kohl’s and Macy’s are hiring 130,000 seasonal workers for the holidays

Tricia Goss  |  October 24, 2022

With the uncertainty caused by historic inflation rates, higher prices on essential products and a decrease in imported goods, many businesses are reporting that they’re wary about hiring for the holiday season. Deloitte predicts that holiday retail sales will only…

Young daughter gives her father a gift

6 foolproof gifts for dad—even if he’s super hard to shop for

Emily O'Brien  |  October 21, 2022

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Kids in cute Halloween costumes hold candy buckets

You can get a burrito for $6 if you wear your Halloween costume to Chipotle

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 21, 2022

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Lego Advent calendar, with figurines

Lego Advent calendars are 20% off today during Amazon’s Prime Early Access sale

Tricia Goss  |  October 12, 2022

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Customizable ugly Christmas sweaters from Sam's Club

You can get customized ugly Christmas sweaters for your family at Sam’s Club

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 4, 2022

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A Michaels craft store is shown in Plattsburgh, New York.

This free Halloween costume demo at Michaels will help you with last-minute costumes

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 3, 2022

If you have a habit of waiting until a few days before Halloween to make your family’s costumes, Michaels is holding a free event the weekend before the big day that will give you some last-minute ideas. The Last Minute…

Halloween projector shows pumpkins, ghost

This Halloween projector that casts ghosts and pumpkins on your walls is on sale right now

Tricia Goss  |  September 27, 2022

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Wednesday Addams costume dress

This dress makes a perfect Wednesday Addams Halloween costume—and it’s on sale

Tricia Goss  |  September 22, 2022

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Woman wears fall loafers, $20 on Amazon

These $20 loafers will go with all your fall outfits

Brittany Anas  |  September 19, 2022

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A mixed bowl of Halloween candy, including Skittles and Starburst.

Save on Halloween candy by buying in bulk from Amazon

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 19, 2022

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This top-rated blanket scarf is on sale for $9.99 right now, down from $29.99

Tricia Goss  |  September 14, 2022

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A woman poses in black ankle boots and a long skirt on outdoor stairs.

10 top-rated pairs of fall boots for under $100

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 26, 2022

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Parent talks to smiling kid in bed

Five genius ways to get sleepy kids out of bed in time for school every morning

Bridget Sharkey  |  August 25, 2022

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Portable picnic table holds your wine and appetizers anywhere you go this summer

Bridget Sharkey  |  August 4, 2022

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Hershey says it won’t have enough supply for upcoming holidays

Scripps News  |  July 29, 2022

In a call with investors July 28, Hershey CEO Michele Buck said the company will be unable to meet demand heading into the Halloween and holiday seasons. She said the snack company has about 10% more inventory this year than…

Does sunscreen expire? Here’s what you should know

Emily O'Brien  |  July 25, 2022

Sunscreen might be one the best tools you have to protect your skin from the dangerous UV rays of the sun. Using sunblock properly lowers the risk of skin damage and premature aging — not to mention painful sunburns —…

How to save on a July 4 barbecue despite inflation

Tricia Goss  |  July 1, 2022

Family and friends gathering on the Fourth of July for food and fun is a longstanding tradition. But inflation is no joke. According to Wells Fargo’s July Fourth Food Inflation Report, a get-together for 10 people could cost about 11%…

A man fills up his gas tank at a Sheetz location in Pennsylvania.

Gas station chain is dropping prices to $3.99 a gallon through July 4

Marie Rossiter  |  June 29, 2022

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Hotskon Red Men's Swim Trunks

These men’s swim trunks are less than $20 and come in 45 prints

Emily O'Brien  |  June 28, 2022

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This affordable kiddie pool will provide hours of backyard fun

Marie Rossiter  |  June 23, 2022

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Summer jobs for teens

Great summer jobs for teens that are actually enjoyable

Tricia Goss  |  June 15, 2022

Summer jobs for teens can be an excellent way to earn cash during the off-school months for things they want or need, like their first car or college savings. But working over summer break can benefit teens in many other…

Couple on summer road trip

How to prepare for summer road trips so you save money

Tricia Goss  |  June 14, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic made it nearly impossible for many people to take vacations. Now that everyone is itching to travel again, prices have skyrocketed on everything from hotel rooms and cruises to airfare and restaurants. That doesn’t mean summer vacations…

Whytner portable air conditioning unit

You can save $150 on this top-rated portable air conditioner right now

Tricia Goss  |  June 9, 2022

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Best Margarita Glass

New Sam’s Club ready-to-drink margarita pack pours 25 margaritas for just $30

Kaitlin Gates  |  June 8, 2022

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Flattering swimsuits on Amazon for around $40

9 flattering swimsuits you can buy for $40 or less

Tricia Goss  |  April 8, 2022

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Children bowling

Your kids can bowl free all summer long

Tricia Goss  |  March 15, 2022

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Krispy Kreme St. Patricks Day Dozen Doughnuts

How to get a free Krispy Kreme doughnut for St. Patrick’s Day

Kaitlin Gates  |  March 11, 2022

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Applebee's restaurant front

Applebee’s has new St. Patrick’s Day-themed cocktails for $5

Kaitlin Gates  |  February 22, 2022

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Color-changing cups and other drinkware from Starbucks 2022 Valentine's Day set.

Starbucks color-changing cups are back and one has hearts for Valentine’s Day

Marie Rossiter  |  February 4, 2022

If you’ve been wondering when color-changing cups would be back at Starbucks, your wait is over. These quirky coffee cups are back for the first time in 2022, along with a special collection for Valentine’s Day. Think of it as…

Valentine's gift

Best Valentine’s Gift For Your Daughter

Danielle Smyth  |  January 20, 2022

No matter how old they are, daughters will appreciate a special gift from their parents on Valentine’s Day.

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Best Valentine’s Day Candy

Stephanie Faris  |  January 20, 2022

Valentine candy doesn't necessarily come in a heart-shaped box. There are plenty of options that will satisfy someone's sweet tooth while also being unique.

Applebee's exterior sign

Applebee’s has $5 Smoocho Mucho cocktails in time for Valentine’s Day

Kaitlin Gates  |  January 12, 2022

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Cheesecake with slice

Philadelphia Cream Cheese will pay you not to make cheesecake this year

Kaitlin Gates  |  December 16, 2021

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Front view of a Lowe's Store in Toronto, Canada

Here’s how to get a free graham cracker holiday house kit from Lowe’s

Marie Rossiter  |  December 6, 2021

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Military members can get a Denny’s Grand Slam breakfast for free on Veterans Day

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 2, 2021

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Military members and vets can get free double burgers and bottomless fries from Red Robin

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 20, 2021

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Get a free Krispy Kreme doughnut when you wear your Halloween costume on Oct. 31

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 11, 2021

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Target storefront in Danvers, Mass.

Target is hiring fewer holiday workers, offering current employees more hours instead

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 27, 2021

While Target still plans to hire some seasonal workers this holiday season, the retailer has announced they will scale back how many people they hire this year, instead offering their current workforce more hours and more flexible schedules through the…

Dollar Tree has Halloween decorations for just $1 each

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 26, 2021

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Spirit Halloween storefront

Spirit Halloween hiring 35,000 seasonal employees

Kaitlin Gates  |  July 23, 2021

While we still have a bit of summer left, fall is quickly approaching — and that means that Halloween is also creeping up. If you’re looking for some spooky seasonal work, you might find it with Spirit Halloween, which is…

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Best Camping Journal 2021

Danielle Smyth  |  June 28, 2021

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Best 25-Foot Garden Hose 2021

Danielle Smyth  |  June 22, 2021

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