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Black Friday Will Draw CNY Shoppers, But not Without Its Black Clouds

3-part series on some of the downsides of Black Friday, giving consumers something to think about.

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A lot of people here in Central New York have Black Friday marked on their calendars for holiday shopping.  But one local economist says despite all the flashy ads, those great deals you’re counting on are not the focus of most stores. 

Black Friday Shopping is going to be part of many Central New Yorkers’ holiday plans.  But research shows buying gifts such as technology or clothing or jewelry might not be the best path to happiness.  A shift in thinking could satisfy both the gift giver and the receiver.

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WAER's Chris Bolt reports on the types of gifts that really create memories...and they're not what's advertised on those Black Friday fliers.

There are two sides to most stories…and Central New York’s Black Friday will include on one hand shoppers, but on the other hand workers. 

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WAER's Chris Bolt reports those who have to work on Black Friday aren't as excited to flock to the stores at all hours.

Chris Bolt, Ed.D. has proudly been covering the Central New York community and mentoring students for more than 30 years. His career in public media started as a student volunteer, then as a reporter/producer. He has been the news director for WAER since 1995. Dedicated to keeping local news coverage alive, Chris also has a passion for education, having trained, mentored and provided a platform for growth to more than a thousand students. Career highlights include having work appear on NPR, CBS, ABC and other news networks, winning numerous local and state journalism awards.