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Forecast deepens fiscal gloom

State's shortfall put at over $2b this year

A panel of economists discussed state revenues yesterday at a hearing in the State House. The governor indicated that more budget cuts are likely. A panel of economists discussed state revenues yesterday at a hearing in the State House. The governor indicated that more budget cuts are likely. (Globe Staff Photo / David L. Ryan)
By Matt Viser
Globe Staff / December 16, 2008

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State forecasters said yesterday that tax revenues will plunge by up to $750 million more, making it extremely likely that Governor Deval Patrick will be forced to cut state services again to balance the budget. (Full article: 935 words)

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