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Online buzz: Halloween on the cheap
posted by: Jack Maher , Executive Producer  
created: 10/22/2009 1:04:12 PM
Last updated: 10/22/2009 1:08:23 PM
KUSA - We checked in with AOL Consumer Advisor Regina Lewis for the latest Online Buzz during 9NEWS 5 a.m. This edition included options for anyone looking for affordable Halloween fun online.

Halloween on a Budget


Though the average American will still spend nearly $60 on costumes, candy and decorations, The National Retail Federation predicts a decrease in Halloween spending this year.


Lewis suggests visiting www.shelterpop.com to check out hot trends this year and top saving strategies, including decorating on a dime, buying less candy and re-configuring last year's costume.


The Savings Experiment


Lewis says http://news.aol.com/savings-experiment has some interesting information about which devices could be sapping your savings and by how much; from toasters to coffee makers and computers to printers. Adding it all up may surprise you.


What You Didn't See On TV


The Largest Minority Group in US Is Getting Some Tech Help


October is National Disability Month, and there are a couple of online destinations that show emerging home and workplace tech trends. The sites also point out which states and employers are leading the way in improving everyday life for the more than 44 million Americans with some sort of disability.


You will also find some everyday etiquette tips you may not have even considered when it comes to your own interaction online and offline with disabled people of all ages.


http://whatcanyoudocampaign.org/
www.disability.gov

First Look at Holiday Shopping


From Beatles Rock Band to the super hot Apple iTouch, to  Zhu Zhu Pets, the site www.holidash.com keep an eye on the items most likely to make waves this holiday season, as well as where you can find them before they sell out.


Editor's Note:


Find out more about Regina Lewis at www.reginalewis.com  



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