Some local lawmakers are holding a food drive this month to benefit the Bethel Community Food Pantry.  The non-profit, community-based, volunteer-run food pantry in downtown Bethel provides free food and hygiene items to Bethel residents in need year around. 

Representatives Will Duff and Stephen Harding say even after the holidays, there are members of the community who need assistance.  

Boxes will be set out for food donations, Monday through the 26th, at Bethel Municipal Center and at the Library. 

People who are in-need can visit every other Tuesday and choose their own non-perishable food plus bread, fresh fruit and vegetables and, when available, meat and dairy products. The BCFP also offers items not covered by food stamps, such as toilet paper, shampoo, deodorant and laundry detergent.