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Holiday shoppers crowd the mall escalators.
Holiday shoppers crowded the mall escalators last season. This year New England residents plan to spend 19 percent less on gifts according a recent survey. (Getty Images Photo / Dave Einsel / File 2006) Getty Images Photo / Dave Einsel / File 2006

Making a holiday list, trimming it twice

New Englanders plan to spend less

By Nicole C. Wong
Globe Staff / November 2, 2007

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It doesn't matter if you've been naughty or nice. You'll probably receive fewer presents this holiday season - or at least cheaper ones. (Full article: 592 words)

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