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08
Jun 2020
Knaresborough food bank re-opens today
Knaresborough food bank re-opens today after closing because of the coronavirus.
The food bank was previously closed because its base at Holy Trinity Church was not being suitable for social distancing measures. However, Reverend Stroma McDermott, of the church, has given the volunteers another room to work within allowing them to re-open safely.
The service provides food packages to residents of Knaresborough will open from 10.30 this morning to serve as many people that needs their help. The centre are still in need of public donations of food, these can be arranged through their Facebook page.
This re-opening comes as Harrogate food bank reported their numbers had doubled during the lockdown period. Among those who need support are people who have been left furloughed or without a job during the pandemic.
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Lucy Stewart, the Project Manager of Harrogate District food banks, said:
The Knaresborough Foodbank aims to provide a regular network of support for those in need in the area.
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