Laura Hutchinson
WTNH News 8
Bellingham, MA, United States
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Stretch Your Dollar: Pi Day deals
Conn. (WTNH) — Tuesday is March 14, which if you look at numerically, is 3.14 — also the measurement for “Pi” in mathematics. It’s National “Pi” Day, and to celebrate, many businesses are offering up deals and freebies. We’re Stretching Your Dollar with a few, per Retail Me Not: 7-ElevenParticipating 7-Eleven stores are serving pizza […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: How job-seekers can avoid employment scams
Conn. (WTNH) — As you search for a new job, we are Stretching Your Dollar with the way criminals are trying to trick job-seekers. While a phone call may sound real, experts said these calls are not real requests. In a new report from the Better Business Bureau (BBB), employment scams are listed as the […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: Free burgers, pancakes
Conn. (WTNH) — From pancakes to Black History Month, we’re Stretching Your Dollar this Freebie Friday with what you can look forward to that won’t cost the family anything. Free pancakesOnce again this year, IHOP is celebrating National Pancake Day with free pancakes. Dine-in on Tuesday, Feb. 28 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: Presidents’ Day deals
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Valentine’s Day may be the day that gets all the attention in February, but Monday is the big money-saver. We’re Stretching Your Dollar as we navigate Presidents’ Day deals. Presidents’ Day offers an opportunity for a discount amidst an economy that’s still overheated. Deals are underway, and some will run […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: Valentine’s Day spending
With inflation and high consumer prices, Americans are expected to spend about $2 billion more this year on Valentine’s Day than last year. → Read More
Freebie Friday: Stretching Your Dollar with holiday festivities
Conn. (WTNH) — It’s Friday and that means another weekend is upon us to get your holiday festivities in. We’re Stretching Your Dollar this Freebie Friday with a few free events, or in some cases, the price is a donation. You’re invited to visit the Governor’s Residence. The Holiday tours are back for the first […] → Read More
What’s Right With Schools: Wethersfield Choralaires brings joy this holiday season
Conn. (WTNH) — The sounds of the season not only sparks joy this time of year, but also gives students a learning experience much different than the rest of their classes. We visited Wethersfield High School’s Choralaires for this week’s What’s Right With Schools. The choir brings talented young musicians together for time spent during […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: Applying for federal student loan forgiveness
(WTNH) — The website to apply for federal student loan forgiveness is officially live. This website has had 43 million Americans at the edges of their seats for months now. The site will help people apply for federal student loan forgiveness, and President Biden said nearly eight million borrowers took advantage of the ‘soft launch’ […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: Early holiday shopping
(WTNH) — You can get a head start on the holidays as Thursday marks the beginning of deals at one major retailer. Overall, price wars are starting early this year. It’s Christmas in October this year. Consumers and retailers are looking for a big win as we head into the holiday season. Big box retailers […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: Tips for applying to college
Start early! It's a complicated process and you have to assume there will be corrections to make or gaps to fill. So leave yourself time to get it right. → Read More
Freebie Friday: Yard Goats tickets, hot apple sundaes
(WTNH) — It’s the first full weekend of spring and there are some free events to keep your kids busy if you’re looking for something fun to do! The first is for Friday, March 25. The CT Historical Society invites you to a “movie under the stars” event for the family at 6 p.m., although […] → Read More
Stretch your dollar: Spring Deals
(WTNH) – We’re helping you look for deals in the right places! The seasonal change offers a great time to save on anything you may need for winter, including new winter sports gear to rack up some savings for next year. Spring is a popular time to plan for vacations as well. Katherine Bola’s Image […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: AARP money tools
(WTNH) — We’re all seeing life get more expensive, whether at the grocery store, at the pump, or the bills we’re paying each month. It’s enough to have everyone looking for ways to save, but especially older Americans who may find themselves wrapped-up in a troubling trend. News 8 talked to Mary Liz Burns, the […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: Is now a good time to buy a home?
If you’re in the market for a new home, then you’ve been tracking rising mortgage rates. We are stretching your dollar with a look at whether now is a good time to buy. → Read More
Freebie Friday: NCAA tournament deals
(WTNH) — The NCAA tournament has begun and with the tournament comes all kinds of deals. We’re stretching your dollar with how you can find a quick bite for less while you’re watching the match-ups! The first is a $1 burger from Wendy’s – offered all month long when you order through the app. That’s […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: How to get a tax refund sooner
(WTNH) — The deadline for filing your taxes is just a few weeks away, and just like last year, taxpayers can expect more delays from the IRS this year. Finance expert Fanoosh Torabi said that the IRS “is still working to file and process last year’s returns.” “So they’ve got work from last year as […] → Read More
Stretch your dollar: Impact of inflation on car insurance
From inflation to the conflict in Ukraine it seems we’re paying more for just about everything right now and experts say the cost to keep a vehicle on the road may be on the way up this year too. → Read More
Freebie Friday: ‘Pi Day’ deals at 7-Eleven, Whole Foods
Conn. (WTNH) — We may be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this weekend, but Monday is a big day for deals. We are stretching your dollar this Freebie Friday with the perks you can find for national “Pi” Day. According to MSN.com, 7-Eleven is bringing back its Pi Day deal, which means on Monday, rewards members […] → Read More
Stretch Your Dollar: How to avoid falling victim to scams
Conn. (WTNH) — It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the number of calls we get every day from someone trying to sell you something you didn’t ask for, or promising something that sounds too good to be true.We are stretching your dollar with how to avoid being a victim of a scam. 2021 was a […] → Read More
Freebie Friday includes offers at Dunkin, Taco Bell
(WTNH) — This Freebie Friday, look out for deals at Dunkin and Taco Bell. We start with a free sweet treat at Dunkin; the shop is bleeding blue to support UConn Huskies basketball by offering fans a free donut on Fridays in March. It starts today, and rewards members get a free classic donut with […] → Read More