In New London County, 12.2% of families face food insecurity.
NEW LONDON, Conn. — As prices continue to rise so does food insecurity for many families across Connecticut.
In New London County, 12.2% of families face food insecurity. One food distribution center in New London is trying to decrease hunger.
“So, we will pick out a box or two of protein and then pasta and then we’re able to pick out things that we are falling short with,” said Mary Mowan.
It’s not your typical grocery aisle, but Mowan will tell you it’s a very important one. Every Tuesday morning, she faithfully pushed this green cart up and down the aisles of Gemma E Moran United Way Food Center in New London.
This is a warehouse where food pantries across New London County, like Mary’s church, can come shop to fill their pantries for those in need.
“It means the world to be able to come and shop and pick …
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