In less than two months, the region's outlet shoppers may find themselves in the midst of a tug of retail war between two centers along Interstate 79 promising deals on brand name goods. (Today)

WASHINGTON -- The economy is likely to keep stumbling at least through the rest of the year, analysts agreed yesterday, after a disappointing government report showed that payroll jobs fell by 62,000 in June, the sixth straight month of job losses. (Today)

LONDON -- Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson said he was more concerned about the ailing U.S. economy than the threat of higher inflation. ... (Today)

With a flagging economy and $4-a-gallon gasoline, many folks are staying close to home this July Fourth weekend. ... (Today)

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