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Hunger on the rise across region as USDA cuts $1 billion in food assistance nationwide (Part 1)

3 days ago | dailylocal.com | Jen Samuel

Editor’s Note: This is the second part of a two-part series. WEST CHESTER — Food insecurity is in the rise for the working poor, but it doesn’t stop there. The needs of senior citizens are steadily increasing, too. Throughout the region, there are good stewards dedicated to making a difference. “I wake up every day knowing that I have a chance to change the world and make it a better place,” said Kim Andrews, interim executive director at West Chester Area Senior Center.

3 days ago | dailylocal.com | Jen Samuel

Editor’s Note: This is the first part of a two-part series. KENNETT SQUARE — The spring brought shockwaves at home, around the region and across America as the U.S. Department of Agriculture canceled $1 billion in food assistance. The USDA did not respond to a request for comment. According to Feeding America, 1 in 8 children face hunger. In this region, the USDA canceled a $250,000 food order to Chester County Food Bank, and an estimated $525,000 food order to Philabundance effective April 1.