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This was first published on Charlotte on the Cheap. Here on Triangle on the Cheap, I usually write about free and cheap things to do. During normal times, I write about concerts, festivals, sports events, and kids’ activities. These days I’m writing about virtual events, things to do at home, and ways to get groceries and wine. I keep it practical. (And at the end of this article I’ll … [Read more...] about Asking these 9 questions every day might help you cope with this difficult time

During these trying times we've been getting a lot of requests from businesses to share their deals. And we want to, because now, more than ever, we need to support local businesses. But we wanted to do it in an organized way, in a way that made it easy for local residents to find the deals.  So, we reached out to our friends behind the website, Support Local or Else, to see if they … [Read more...] about Free lunch for kids everyday at Pie-Zano (Rolesville). Also, learn how to share your business’ deal for free

Many North Carolina residents are working from home, or learning remotely, and, in response, several internet service providers are offering free or reduced-rate internet service for a limited time. The Broadband Infrastructure Office of the NC Department of Information Technology has compiled this information into an interactive map. The map displays internet service providers in North … [Read more...] about Interactive map of low-priced internet service

Many people have lost jobs in recent weeks, either permanently or temporarily. If you're worried about how to make ends meet, it is helpful to know that some companies are still hiring. You can probably find a job. Demand for workers at grocery stores, drugstores, delivery services, hardware stores and some restaurants that deliver has grown. In some cases, the jobs will be permanent, and in … [Read more...] about 20 companies hiring right now

  Orange County for-profit businesses are invited to apply for the Emergency Small Business Funding Program.  This program will offer a combination of grants, which do not have to repaid, and zero-interest loans. Application deadline is April 10th, 2020. You can find the initial application, as well as detailed information here, but here's some general information: General … [Read more...] about Emergency funding for Orange County small businesses — grants and zero interest loans

Xfinity wi-fi hotspots are currently free for anyone who needs a connection — even those who don’t subscribe to Xfinity Internet. This is true nationwide. Comcast took this step so that everyone could stay connected. You will now be able to access the internet with a laptop, tablet, or other device that lacks a cellular data plan. You can find a map and search tool for Xfinity hotspots … [Read more...] about Comcast opens Xfinity wi-fi hotspot access for free everywhere

Victra, owner of many local Verizon stores, is offering a discount and two free services for those in need of them during and after Hurricane Florence. From now through Friday, September 21st: 30% discount on portable power supplies for charging smart phones Charging stations for residents in any stores that have power themselves Smartphone dry-out services – a one-time service using … [Read more...] about Victra Verizon Stores: discount and free services to help prepare for and deal with Hurricane Florence