Cranston, R.I., is currently running a nearly $10 million annual budget deficit. City officials revealed this figure during a finance committee hearing. Mayor Ken Hopkins has delayed his proposed budget rollout by two weeks. City Hall is offering employee buyouts, and schools are preparing for layoffs. Overspending in departments like Fire and Police contributed significantly to the shortfall.
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