Company that makes auto parts lays off 71

A Bennington plant that makes auto parts is continuing to reduce its work force. The latest layoffs at NSK Steering Systems America brings to a total of 200 the number of layoffs since October.

UVM expects funding cut

The University of Vermont’s budget troubles have worsened with news that the school will likely face an $11 million state funding cut in the next two years.

Newport mill lays off 54

Columbia Forest Products cites declining sales in the current tough economy as the cause of the layoffs.

Layoffs expected at UVM

University of Vermont President Dan Fogel says layoffs and spending freezes are likely as the school grapples with a projected $22 million budget shortfall.

WCAX-TV lays off 5

The recession has hit the airwaves. WCAX-TV has laid off five employees, including some on-air staff.

Economists say layoffs will continue

The state’s unemployment rate held steady last month, but economists say the worst is yet to come. And the unemployment numbers released late last week don’t reflect several major lay offs in Rutland County.