Benefits of Local Shopping

• Local Economy Support: For every $100 spent at locally owned independent stores, $68 circulates within the local economy. This includes contributions through taxes, payroll, and other local expenditures.
• Comparison with National Chains: When shopping at national chain stores, only $43 remains in the local economy. This figure decreases substantially when shopping online, where typically nothing contributes back to the local community.

Overall Importance

Shopping locally helps sustain jobs, support local entrepreneurs, and keep the community vibrant. It fosters a unique identity for our towns and strengthens the local economy. It's our local businesses that provide the sponsorships that support events like the Tree Lighting Celebrations, Winterfest, and North Reading Town Day.

Be sure to SHOP SMALL all Season Long!