[Larry Lucido]

Are these union stores that are closing? The story doesn't seem to want to discuss that.

[ridesthemiles]

Albertson's is, and I am pretty sure Ralph's is in most areas.

[Salvation]

Good point!

[ebersole]

I know I'm spoiled rotten...I'm fortunate to have two Commissaries within a twenty mile radius. My monthly food bill (4 kids and an adult) is less than $400/month, and no, we don't starve to death. I did have the misfortune of shopping at Safeway over the holidays (they're open 24/7) and spent over $150 on a minuscule amount of groceries. I just hope the military doesn't turn over their commissaries to the large chains!!!

[Chickensoup]

In Maine, I notice in the towns with a Wal mart, the Walmart food parking side is always full while the Hannafords across the street is empty, even at prime shopping times. I predict it will close within three years.