With SNAP benefits halted, Rochester food pantry has record-setting day

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — The line to get into St. Andrew’s Food Cupboard on Portland Avenue was outside and around the corner Tuesday.

“I think everybody across the United States is having an un-average day,” said Margaret Oberst, the facility’s director.

With Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits running out, it’s only increasing the already inflated demand…

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