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Smithtown school district says it's running out of ways to cut budget
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Smithtown school officials say they are running out of ways to cut spending as they try to close an anticipated gap in next year’s budget.
Following a budget workshop Tuesday night, school board president Gladys Waldron said the board is seeking areas for possible cuts to avoid piercing the state cap on tax levy increases. She said the district last year increased class sizes, reduced staff...