Educators brace for more budget cuts amid tough times
In Lancaster Pennsylvania educators brace for lingering budget shortfalls that extend past 2013 as districts cut programs raise class sizes and delay purchases. The piece notes 294000 education jobs lost since 2008 and cites district actions from Texas to California amid a national push for savings.
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Government job losses drag on economic recovery
Washington reports state and local governments have cut over 500000 jobs since December 2007, with 49000 state and 210000 local layoffs over the past year and 30000 federal positions down. Private sector adds 1.6 million jobs, yet unemployment stays near 9 percent as Congress stalls Obama's jobs plan.
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Price wars loom as retailers tout lowest holiday deals
New York AP notes retailers race to outdo each other on price ahead of Halloween and Christmas. Walmart offers gift cards for cheaper finds elsewhere, Staples and Bed Bath & Beyond match online prices, Sears bets 10 percent off best competitor price. Retailers cite demand for deals amid lingering recession and shoppers’ focus on savings.
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