By Paul Tuthll
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Whately, MA – At a time when public libraries in Western Massachusetts are seeing more people use their services, many libraries have been forced because of budget cuts to lay off staff, reduce hours and cutback on purchases of new books , DVDs and other materials. Library officials say the outlook for the next fiscal year is grim...WAMC"s Pioneer Valley Bureau Chief Paul Tuthill reports...