Number of food stamp recipients in Broward drops for first time in 5 yearsSun-Sentinel (blog)For the first time in more than five years, the number of people on food stamps in Broward declined in October after more than tripling since the Great Recession began. Broward became the first county in South Florida to post declines…
Nation shows its pride on stampsTimes of MaltaNation shows its pride on stamps. The nation's mood is often reflected in its stamps and this year's annual Maltex philatelic exhibition will, in a year of important war anniversaries, feature displays that capture Malta's sense of pride in its wartime …and more » More: continued here
New Zealand reveals pre-order details about 'The Hobbit' stamps and coinsExaminer.comIt was announced in mid-September that New Zealand planned to release a series of stamps and coins to celebrate the release of the upcoming Hobbit films. Now the New Zealand Post has revealed numerous photos and details about the stamps, coins, and … More: continued…
Berkeleyside Berkeley photographer's work selected for postage stampBerkeleysideThe new stamp, issued in a series on Oct. 1, captures the fuchsia and Burgundy hues of some salt evaporation ponds south of San Francisco. When salt is harvested from the seawater in ponds, salinity levels increase and the concentrations of algae and … More: continued here
Darien Times State seeks artists for migratory bird stamp competitionDarien TimesDarien artists are being encouraged to enter their waterfowl artwork in the next Migratory Bird Conservation Stamp Art Contest. The winning entry will be featured on the 2014 Connecticut Migratory Bird Conservation Stamp. The inaugural contest in 2012 … More: continued here
Leaflets outlining who is eligible for cut-price stamps this winter are being sent out to UK households. More: continued here
TimesLedger Food stamp cuts could leave boro poor hungryTimesLedgerDania Peralta picks up bags of groceries for herself and her three kids at the Bread of Life Food Pantry in Long Island City. The Food Bank of New York City says potential cuts to the nation's food stamp program could drive more people to pantries and…
BBC News Lower price stamps offer for benefit claimants outlinedBBC NewsPrices for first and second class stamps rose earlier in the year, but some people on benefits will be eligible for 36 stamps at the former prices of 46p and 36p from 6 November. The offer is open to those who receive Pension Credit, Employment…
The Guardian Benefit claimants to get Royal Mail Christmas stamps at last year's pricesThe GuardianStephen Agar, Royal Mail's director of regulated business, said: "Royal Mail is pleased to be introducing this scheme to help our customers, who are on these benefits and facing extremely tight budgets this Christmas, purchase first and second class …and more »…
In terms of measuring sticks, the Calgary Stampeders came up a few inches short here and there Saturday night. More: continued here