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The Boston Globe
Massachusetts municipalities face layoffs amid tough budgets
Massachusetts cities and towns are facing significant budget shortfalls, leading to widespread layoffs and service cuts ahead of the new fiscal year. Several communities, including Malden, Somerville, and New Bedford, have announced job eliminations in various departments, with some municipalities also considering service reductions and tax overrides to avoid layoffs. These financial pressures stem from declining revenues, expired federal pandemic grants, and inflation-driven costs, forcing local officials to make difficult budget decisions to balance their budgets amid limited revenue options.
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