LOCAL SHOPPING, EATERIES & TRANSPORTATION
STORES | EATERIES | TRANSPORTATION
The following is a list of changes and accommodations that our local businesses have made to help us
through this health crisis. Updates occur frequently this is what we know as of now.
Note: Every store is different, and the information/services are evolving.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR SHOPPING DURING THE PANDEMIC:
- Have a waterproof box with a lid to place on your porch for pickup and delivery
- Keep wipes next to the door (Homemade wipes stored in a Ziploc bag are just as effective as store bought ones
- If possible, order and pay online
- For payment upon delivery:
- Keep cash from the ATM on hand: $20s for errands, $5 for tips
- Purchase gift cards from local stores that you frequent, such as Market Basket, Rite Aid and Petco
This short YouTube video has helpful tips for grocery shopping.
HELPFUL SHOPPING LINKS
You can find updates on the status of businesses in your area by subscribing to patch.com The information is automatically upadated as businesses fill out a Google Form. Here are the latest updates for the Portsmouth area.
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DELIVERY OPTION |
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PHARMACIES |
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CVS Verified with CVS in Portsmouth and at Target (Greenland Rd) |
Place order 1-2 days ahead via CVS app or by calling. This is available at all locations. Delivery charge: waived right now |
If someone comes in to pick up for a customer: 1) have their full name and 2) DOB Payment: cash, check or pre-pay using the CVS app |
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Rite Aid (Islington Street, Portsmouth) |
Delivery only in Portsmouth with $3.00 fee |
Payment for those picking up outside of Portsmouth:
Customer calling in should identify name of person picking up |
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Rite Aid (Lafayette Street, Portsmouth) |
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Same as above |
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Walgreens (Hampton) Note: Same program for every Walgreen’s |
Will do delivery (2 day); use Walgreens app and select “waiving fee delivery” |
If someone comes to pick up have: 1) name/address; 2) DOB
It is possible to do express pay(online) for repeat orders; otherwise come in with cash/check |
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GROCERY & RETAIL STORES |
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Galley Hatch Grocery Store! (Hampton)
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Credit card accepted by phone. |
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Hannaford (Portsmouth) |
Does not have “Hannaford to go” service |
Cash/Check/Credit card |
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Hannaford
*Senior shopping (age 60+) from |
Online shopping/pick up at location:
Hannaford will package everything; have at pick-up location; and load in car |
No pre-payment Will take: checks, cash and credit card |
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Market Basket |
No home deliveries or pre-packing items |
No special pre-payment arrangements |
| McKinnons Portsmouth *Senior shopping (age 60+) from 7:00-8:30 a.m. Daily |
Number of customers in store at once is limited to maintain social distancing. No reusable shopping bags. | |
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Trader Joe's |
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PHARMACIES |
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CVS Verified with CVS in Portsmouth and at Target (Greenland Rd) |
Place order 1-2 days ahead via CVS app or by calling. This is available at all locations. Delivery charge: waived right now |
If someone comes in to pick up for a customer: 1) have their full name and 2) DOB Payment: cash, check or pre-pay using the CVS app |
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Rite Aid (Islington Street, Portsmouth) |
Delivery only in Portsmouth with $3.00 fee |
Payment for those picking up outside of Portsmouth:
Customer calling in should identify name of person picking up |
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Rite Aid (Lafayette Street, Portsmouth) |
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Same as above |
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Walgreens (Hampton) Note: Same program for every Walgreen’s |
Will do delivery (2 day); use Walgreens app and select “waiving fee delivery” |
If someone comes to pick up have: 1) name/address; 2) DOB
It is possible to do express pay(online) for repeat orders; otherwise come in with cash/check |
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GROCERY & RETAIL STORES |
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Hannaford (Portsmouth) |
Does not have “Hannaford to go” service |
Cash/Check/Credit card |
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Hannaford
Stratham |
Online shopping/pick up at location:
Hannaford will package everything; have at pick-up location; and load in car |
No pre-payment Will take: checks, cash and credit card |
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Market Basket |
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STORES | EATERIES | TRANSPORTATION
This link from SeacoastOnline has a comprehensive list of local restaurants offering takeout, delivery and/or curbside pickup.
Check often because it will be updated periodically.
Henry's Market Café 52 Main Street, New Castle Call 603-403-2008 after 9am or just email with your order.
They also have a variety of staples to help you out through these times.
Click on the image below to view a fun PSA video on the Lagos Ice Cream Facebook page about their pick-up service.
STORES | EATERIES | TRANSPORTATION
HELPFUL HINTS FROM COASTFOR RIDING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION DURING THE PANDEMIC:
https://www.seacoastonline.com/news/20200612/10-tips-for-riding-coast-safely-during-pandemic
The following is a basic list of transportation providers that offer services in our area. We have checked the websites for changes in services due to COVID-19. They are noted in red.
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NON-COMMERCIAL OPTIONS |
COMMERCIAL OPTIONS |
REGIONAL OR |
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ACT (Alliance for Community Transportation) American Cancer Society Road to Recovery DUE TO PUBLIC SAFETY CONCERNS RELATED TO COVID-19, NOT CURRENTLY SETTING UP OR COORDINATING PATIENT RIDES TO CANCER-RELATED APPOINTMENTS. Care-Van at Wentworth Douglass Hospital COAST (Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation) ALL FIXED ROUTE SERVICE, AND ROUTE 7 ON DEMAND, SUSPENDED AND WILL REMAIN IN PLACE UNTIL MAY 4 AND MAY BE EXTENDED IF THE PANDEMIC CONDITIONS WARRANT. FIXED ROUTE SERVICES INCLUDE: ROUTE 1, ROUTE 2, ROUTE 6, ROUTE 33, ROUTE 40, ROUTE 41, ROUTE 41CC, ROUTE 100, ROUTE 101 AND ROUTE 103. ADDITIONALLY, THIS SUSPENSION INCLUDES ROUTE 7 ON DEMAND Exeter Senior Center TOWN OFFICES & PROGRAMS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC EFFECTIVE 3/18/20 Future in Sight Lamprey Health Care Senior Transportation Program EFFECTIVE 3/16/20: TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM SUSPENDED FOR TWO WEEKS. PLEASE CHECK SITE FOR FURTHER UPDATES. NH Healthy Families (Medicaid) CTS Portsmouth Senior Center / Wentworth Senior Living Transportation Ready Rides STILL PROVIDING RIDES TO PATIENTS WHO REQUIRE LIFE SUSTAINING SERVICES SUCH AS DIALYSIS, BLOOD TRANSFUSIONS, INJECTIONS ETC. Rockingham Nutrition Meals on Wheels CURRENTLY NOT OFFERING TRANSPORTATION Rye Senior SERVE, Inc. TASC (Transportation Assistance for Seacoast Citizens) VOLUNTEER DRIVER SERVICE RESTRICTED TO ESTABLISHED PASSENGERS WITH CRITICAL HEALTH NEEDS DURING THE HEALTH EMERGENCY. Tri-City Cooperative Alliance CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. DAYTIME PHONE SUPPORT AVAILABLE M-F, 8 AM-5 PM PLEASE CALL (603) 507-9288 OR THE OFFICE # (603) 948-1036 TripLink Well Sense Health Plan (Medicaid) |
Abba Taxi PLEASE CONTACT THE BUSINESS FOR UPDATED HOURS/SERVICES DUE TO THE COVID-19 ADVISORY Abby's Cab (Formerly Great Bay Taxi) Academy Taxi OPERATIONS MAY BE AFFECTED DUE TO ONGOING PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES. PLEASE CONTACT THE BUSINESS DIRECTLY FOR UPDATED HOURS AND AVAILABILITY Allied Wheelchair Van Service American Medical Response (AMR) Portsmouth Anchor Taxi Annie’s Taxi Axis Coach Blue Star Taxi Caren’s Caravan Grace Limousine Great Bay Limousine Services OPEN Green Rides USA Regal Limousine Seacoast Trolley |
Amtrak Downeaster THE AMTRAK DOWNEASTER IS CURRENTLY OPERATING A REDUCED SCHEDULE FOR ESSENTIAL TRAVEL ONLY. PLEASE CHECK WEBSITE FOR DETAILS. C&J Bus Lines ALL BUS SERVICE IS TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED. Greyhound Bus New Hampshire Terminals |