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Saving on Gaming Systems, Back to School Physicals and Photos

Tech & Science, Family & Parenting, Local Steals & Deals, Health & Wellness

By Published: August 05 2013

LongIsland.com

Pay less for your next gaming system, get a free back-to-school physical and free photo print. Check out the offers in this week's Local Steals & Deals!

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While one new gaming system comes out after the next, it may have you wanting the latest console each time. This week, we feature an opportunity where you can save money on your next gaming system purchase. We also highlight an opportunity where you can get your kid’s back to school physical done for free and a free photo print. Don’t miss out on the opportunities to save in this week’s edition Local Steals & Deals!

  • GameStop: Thinking about a new gaming system? Consider trading in your old system at your local GameStop for DOUBLE in-store credit to use towards your next system or other products. If you have any games, accessories, smartphones, media players or tablets to trade, you can get 30% extra in-store credit. Both offers are valid through Aug. 18.
     
  • Sam’s Club: With the kids heading back to school in a few weeks, a back-to-school physical is likely needed. Take advantage of the free health screening offer through Sam’s Club for children on August 10th. Its screening covers blood pressure, body mass index, dental tabs, take home DNA swab kits, child safety ID kits, and vision. Find the nearest screening location here.
     
  • Walmart Photo: With all the summer fun that’s been had, you probably have a few pictures you want printed and framed. Don’t miss this deal for a free 5x7 HP Instant Print at Walmart.  Redeem it at a Walmart Photo at the HP Instant Prints kiosk. The coupon is valid thru Sept. 15.

Hope these offers help you save a buck or two!

Come back each week for updates on new sales, deals as well as coupon offers available on Long Island that will help keep more money in your wallet.

Also, if you know of any great deals on Long Island you want to share, please let us know.