As oil prices continue to rise, Northeast gasoline prices are following suit as a bitter chill continues to grip much of the country, according to the Automobile Association of America.

Drivers in Akron are now paying an average of $3.12 per gallon after GasBuddy said prices went up 20.4 cents when compared to last week.

Hosted by the Rev. Rob Johnson and 100 volunteers, the Fueling Hope Gas Giveaway helps families by providing free gas.