And various communities, including Alameda County, san ramon, and Silicon Valley, talking to those trying to do something about hunger. And when we examine the situation in Alameda County, we find that one in five residents experience or are at risk of hunger. In fact, about 119,000 are considered food insecure, and an addition 130,000 are marginally food secure. Addressing the need is a daunting task, and that is taken on by the Alameda County Community Food bank. Joining us to talk about whats being done and what needs to be done are director Michael Altfest and outreach associate roy chim. Welcome to the show. Michael altfest thank you for having us. Robert you know, you hear that kind of term, food insecure, and things like that. Give us an idea in terms of what that means. Michael its quite simple. So, when were talking about somebody thats food insecure, theyre literally answering questions like, i do not have enough food to feed my children today. So, these are people who are st
Unfortunately for foodies, it seems as if well-loved hawkers have been closing down in quick succession. This time around, it's Teochew Fish Ball Noodle at 462 Crawford Lane, a business which has been in the local food scene for around 60 years and is run by an elderly couple. The stall will be closing at the end of the month,.