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Five Frugal Family Deals in Plainview

Patch has scoured local sources for great ways to save each week.

Here at Plainview Patch, we understand everybody is running on a tight budget. With a decline in the economy, gas prices rising and jobs being cut, nobody can turn down ways to save.

This week, take advantage of specials on groceries, meal delivery, subs and other deals that are just too good to pass up.

1. Free Delivery from
Deal: Customers in Nassau County whose orders exceed $50 within one week will receive shipping free of charge on their healthy meal choices.
Good Through: 2011

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2. $6 Tuesdays at Broadway Mall
Deal: 
Though budgets are tight, everyone deserves a night out once in a while. Broadway Mall Multiplex offers a great movie special every Tuesday. All day and night, moviegoers can see any film for just $6. Don't miss out!
Good Through: 
Every Tuesday

3. Breakfast Combo Special at 
Deal: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and Subway is promoting an affordable and convenient breakfast combination special this month. Buy any 6-inch breakfast flatbread sandwich with a cup of 16-ounce coffee for only $3.
Good Through: May 31

4. Buy One, Get One Wednesdays at
Deal: Each Wednesday, Carvel offers a 2-for-1 special on any sundae all day and night.This deal is the perfect way to treat your entire family and save big.
Good Through: Every Wednesday

5. Save on Groceries at
Deal: This week, all Kellogg's brand cereal is on sale for just $1.97, including Corn Flakes, Raisin Bran, Corn Pops and more. Xtra brand laundry detergent is on special for only $1.49, while Gatorade 32-ounce and Sobe Lifewater 20-ounce are buy one, get one free.
Good Through: May 14

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