Framingham Patch editor Susan Petroni recently wrote a terrific short article on five ways to save money in the Framingham, Mass., area. This week’s money-saving tips include deals on  glasses, dresses, lunch and dinner, and fresh fish for Ash Wednesday.  You can access the article at the Framingham Patch Frugal Family weekly section.

We commend Susan for bringing this bit of relevant journalism to her readership. Bringing attention to good deals is a great service for families — and all walks of life, for that matter. This is what community journalism is all about, and I hope other Patch online newspapers can follow suit.