Economy fuels government fights over public employees
Across the nation governments face belt tightening and potential layoffs as budget gaps widen. New York City eyes a transit strike amid $1 billion deficits this year and $6 billion next year, while states like Connecticut and Illinois pursue layoffs, concessions, and contract talks.
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Smoke Free Dorms Spread At University Of Southern Maine
Students at the University of Southern Maine face a tightening smoke ban with dormitory smoking banned in September and next fall restricted to designated areas only. The policy aims for stricter campus-wide restrictions, with critics questioning enforceability and fairness.
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