No late fees: Libraries in book-loving Seattle close for a week to save money amid budget woesSEATTLE — The main library in this book-loving city is an architectural landmark: a daring, contemporary temple to the written word that draws tourists as well as literary locals and those who just want a place to sit, read, rest or think. Obama nominates New York Public Library research librarian to run National ArchivesNEW YORK — A New York librarian has been chosen as the next archivist of the United States. Rare copy of 1502 hymnal donated to UK university libraryLONDON — A church is donating a rare 1502 hymnal to a Manchester University library, where church members say it can receive better care. UW-Madison says new Google deal will expand public access to library collectionMADISON, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Madison says a new agreement with Google will expand public access to its library collection. As demand for online services grows, libraries look to stimulus cash to boost Internet speedsThe libraries in Delaware County, Pa., are trying to shift into warp speed. The county is hooking eight branches to a fiber-optic network to help meet library patrons’ ever-rising demand for high-bandwidth tasks like streaming educational videos and uploading online resumes. |
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