HARTFORD, Conn. — As the federal government shutdown stretches on, advocates in Connecticut are raising concerns about how it could affect families already struggling with food insecurity.

Ann Kuegler, who volunteers at the Watertown Social Services food bank, said she worries about hearing more stories of hardship if the shutdown continues.

“I love giving back, I think it’s a good thing to do,” Kuegler said. “I like hearing people’s stories.”

She added that many people are already feeling the effects of rising grocery prices.

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“A lot of people are looking for meat because the meat prices have really gone up,” Kuegler said.

About 10% of Connecticut residents — more than 366,000 people — depend on

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