Grocery delivery Coverage

Is online shopping bad for the planet?

The convenience of online shopping is hard to beat. But it uses a lot of energy and resources and can lead to more waste.

Dionne Searcey, New York Times

Milk and bread? Try wine and chocolate! Winter storm 'essentials' getting bought out ahead of snow

WRAL News spent an entire day looking for essential groceries like milk, bread and eggs at Triangle area grocery stores. Here's what we found.

Amanda Lamb & Nia Harden, WRAL reporters

Pandemic changes habits, needs for grocery shoppers

An Inmar Intelligence Survey found that 57% of the grocery shoppers surveyed would be willing to try out a drone delivery service.

Survey shows consumers want more high-tech convenience in grocery shopping experience

The pandemic has influenced what people now expect from their favorite grocery stores. A new Inmar Intelligence survey shows more consumers are ready for high tech solutions to improve convenience.

Rick Armstrong, WRAL photojournalist

Amazon dissolves grocery delivery service

According to a report from Bloomberg, Amazon has announced an end to its Amazon Pantry program.

Target and Lowes Foods now offering beer & wine delivery through Shipt

Starting Thursday, July 30, shoppers can now order beer and wine for delivery from Lowes Foods and Target via the Shipt app.

List of stores offering grocery delivery and pick-up

If you prefer to stay out of grocery stores and pharmacies while the pandemic continues, you may want to consider using a delivery service or take advantage of curbside pick-up. Here is a list of grocery and drug stores stores offering these options (including free delivery for many pharmacies).

Instacart adds features so customers can report complaints

Grocery pickup and delivery services have boomed as more people stay home and avoid shopping to avoid the coronavirus. But as the services grow, so does the number of complaints. John Matarese shows what to look for so you don't waste your money.

Driverless delivery vehicle proposal before Senate panel

The Senate Commerce committee debates a proposal allow driverless delivery vehicles to operate on sidewalks and highways and limit cities' ability to restrict them.

Ordering groceries and household essentials from Amazon Pantry

If you are avoiding going to the store right now and are looking for another option for delivery of groceries and household essentials, check out Amazon Pantry. You'll even get free delivery on orders of $35 or more.

List of pharmacies offering free delivery

Pharmacies and drug stores throughout the Triangle are offering free delivery to help everyone, especially seniors and those who are most at-risk, reduce contact during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read on for a growing list of businesses offering these helpful services.

Amazon deal: $10 off $50 purchase of toys, games, learning resources

Amazon has a new promotion available for $10 off a $50 purchase of toys, games, crafts, puzzles, educational resources and more. Many of the items are already on sale plus you'll get the additional promotional discount.

Get 3 kids books and movies for the price of 2 at Amazon

Get 3 kids books and movies for the price of 2 at Amazon right now with this new promotion! You'll find books & movies for toddler to adult and many are already on sale up to 50% off plus you'll get the additional promotional discount.

Expanded List of Grocery Stores with Seniors-only Shopping Hours

If the number one reason seniors leave home, risking exposure to the coronavirus is grocery shopping, it is helpful that these national chains now offer seniors-only shopping hours. NOTE: This list changes so call your local store ahead of time to confirm.

Liisa Ogburn

Grocery delivery workers plan to strike Monday

Instacart shoppers are planning a nationwide strike on Monday, March 30, over treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic.

List of resources to help seniors get groceries and prescriptions

Many businesses and organizations are offering delivery and drive-through services to help seniors and those who are at-risk reduce contact and still find the essentials they need. Read on for a growing list of resources including free prescription delivery, free curbside grocery pick-up, grocery delivery options and food pantry assistance.