January 27, 2012 - 12:36 PM |
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Clothes Mentor, a second-hand clothing store specializing in women's business fashions, will give teachers 20 percent off their entire purchase during the month of February.
Teachers should bring their school identification to receive the discount any time they shop at the store during February. The closest location is at 3099 Sheridan Drive, but teachers can be from any town in any district.
Clothes Mentor is part of a nationally franchised chain.
---Samantha Maziarz Christmann
January 20, 2012 - 11:54 AM |
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To celebrate its 76 years in business, Friendly's is giving away free 12-ounce Fribbles Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The extra thick, signature milkshakes will be available in chocolate, vanilla and strawberry while supplies last. There is a limit of one per customer.
Click here to find your closest Friendly's location.
January 13, 2012 - 12:38 PM |
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U.S. News and World Report recently announced the winners of its Best Cars for the Money Awards.
Ford received the most rewards, for the Taurus, Fusion, Fiesta, Edge and Fusion Hybrid. The Subaru Outback, Audi Q5 and Jeep Wrangler were first-time winners in their categories.
Check out the complete list of winners here.
The magazine updates its car rankings monthly.
December 28, 2011 - 9:30 AM |
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Here is today's MoneySmart tip of the day:
Make meals from scratch. They're cheaper, they taste better and it's a fun activity the family can do together.
---Samantha Maziarz Christmann
December 7, 2011 - 2:01 PM |
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Here's today's MoneySmart tip of the day:
One lean Christmas, I uploaded all my music to my computer, then sold the original CDs to a used record store. I asked to be paid in store gift cards, which I gave as presents.
---Samantha Maziarz Christmann
December 1, 2011 - 5:00 AM |
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Here is today's MoneySmart tip of the day:
What could be more Christmassy than buying a locally-grown tree from one of Western New York's tree farms? To find one, visit the National Christmas Tree Association and enter your zip code.
---Samantha Maziarz Christmann
November 30, 2011 - 9:45 AM |
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Here is today's MoneySmart tip of the day:
Save the wrappers from your sticks of butter or margarine and use them to grease your cake pans. My mom always kept them folded inside the butter box on the door of the fridge.
---Samantha Maziarz Christmann
November 29, 2011 - 10:41 AM |
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Here is today's MoneySmart tip of the day:
Buy nonperishable items, such as toilet paper and garbage bags, in bulk.
---Samantha Maziarz Christmann
November 23, 2011 - 4:32 PM |
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It takes planning to land the best deals on Black Friday. Samantha Maziarz Christmann, The News’ Discount Diva, shares some tips with Brian Meyer:
November 10, 2011 - 8:36 AM |
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Here are some great Veteran's Day freebies compiled by CouponSherpa.com:
Cabela's Outdoor Store
Employee discount of 5% to 50% - Nov. 11 to 12
Applies to: Veterans, active-duty military and reserves, law enforcement, fire and EMS personnel
Chili's
Free meal - Nov. 11
Applies to: Active duty and veterans
Chili's is offering a choice of one of six meals on a dine-in-only basis. Beverages and gratuity not included.
Denny's
Free Grand Slam breakfast - Nov. 11
Applies to: Active military or veterans
Available only at participating locations.
Macy's
Use promo code VET15 and receive 10% to 15% off - through Nov. 13
Applies to: Everyone
SUBWAY
Free six-inch sub - Nov. 11
Applies to: Veterans
SUBWAY restaurants are franchises, so this offer may not be available everywhere.
Texas Roadhouse
Free lunch - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nov. 11
Applies to: Veterans and active duty military
Dine-in only
---Samantha Maziarz Christmann
