OSFD joins Gov. Rell, firefighters to help feed the needy

OSFD will participate on Sat; Nov. 7, in Gov Jodi Rell's "Day of Caring & Compassion" by collecting donations of non-perishable food.

Old Saybrook volunteer firefighters will be on hand at fire headquarters at 310 Main St., Old Saybrook, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to accept donations to benefit the Foodshare and Connecticut Food Bank pantries.

Among the items acceptable for drop-off are foods like pasta, canned goods, peanut butter and other non-perishable items.