Holiday shopping may feel a little more stressful as inflation squeezes the U.S. economy, but not all prices have risen. The Times Union analyzed recent economic data on gifts and groceries to ...

Grocery stores become a lot more strategic during the Christmas season. Shoppers have longer lists, tight timelines, and a heightened desire to create a memorable holiday. That combination makes ...

If you’re trying to keep your holiday food plan sane—and avoid driving to three different stores the day before a big meal—it helps to know which staples tend to disappear first. A little planning now ...