In the early morning of New Years Day white frat boys jumped a man of color in downtown Binghamton. Police stood by and watched—white students fighting downtown is not uncommon. As the fight escalated, friends and bystanders (people of color) intervened in an attempt to stop the man from being injured. That's when police got involved—attacking Hamail (who is … [Read more...] about UPDATED:#Justice for Hamail: Police incident
Workshops at BCAC
Binghamton, NY. Broome County Arts Council (BCAC) and the Artisan Gallery are pleased to announce PURSUIT: A new series of classes and workshops at Artisan Gallery. Registration for classes will begin in January, 2023 and some highlights include: Still Life with Pastels, Still Life with Oils, Creative Writing, Pop-Up Art, Poetry, and The Art of Body … [Read more...] about Workshops at BCAC
Women’s Life Services, local example of national outrage
An investigative report has been written by Laura Morel in Reveal News about anti-abortion centers or crisis pregnancy centers, called by those trying to convince patients they are medical facilities or even abortion clinics. Locally, the "Women's Life Services" in the same parking lot as Southern Tier Women's Health Services, our local abortion clinic. … [Read more...] about Women’s Life Services, local example of national outrage
Citizen Action Statement on the Signing of the Respect for Marriage Act
Albany, NY—In response to President Biden’s signing of the Respect for Marriage Act, Rosemary Rivera, Co-Executive Director of Citizen Action of New York, issued the following statement: “Love is love. And we are thrilled that President Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act today, giving federal protections to LGBTQ and interracial marriages. This is an … [Read more...] about Citizen Action Statement on the Signing of the Respect for Marriage Act
FIRST KNIGHT IS BACK
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus and the Windsor Partners. Inc. is hosting it’s 10th First Knight event after a two year hiatus. The Town and Village of Windsor, most of the local churches and some of the local businesses are opening their doors again to allow the community and surrounding areas to enjoy an alcohol-free, family friendly First Knight … [Read more...] about FIRST KNIGHT IS BACK
A Luminary Evening: Re-Scheduled to Sunday the 18th
Broome County Arts Council and the Downtown Arts District Presents: A Luminary Evening Binghamton, NY. Broome County Arts Council (BCAC) and the Downtown Arts District are pleased to present A Luminary Evening: The Downtown Arts District by Candlelight from 6PM to 9PM in the Downtown Arts District located on State St. on December 18, 2022. The galleries … [Read more...] about A Luminary Evening: Re-Scheduled to Sunday the 18th
11th Bob Johnston Photography Show and Competition 2023
The Cooperative Gallery & Two Rivers Photography Club Present 11th Bob Johnston Photography Show and Competition 2023 January 6- 28th, 2023. The show is named for Bob Johnston a local photographer who specialized in landscapes and nature photography. He was a founding member of the Cooperative Gallery and died in 2010. This long running … [Read more...] about 11th Bob Johnston Photography Show and Competition 2023
Citizen Action Celebrates Election
Binghamton, NY--CITIZEN ACTION CELEBRATES THE SUCCESS OF ENDORSED CANDIDATES AND THE WORKING FAMILIES PARTY LINE IN BINGHAMTON AND ACROSS NEW YORK This morning, Citizen Action of New York is celebrating our success and the success of our progressive partners, especially the Working Families Party, in helping secure a victory for Governor Kathy Hochul over … [Read more...] about Citizen Action Celebrates Election
Voter Education: 19th Congressional Race
To the Editor: 10/28/2022 19th District Congressman a comparison of positions Abortion Riley will support a woman’s right to control her own body; he will sponsor the Women's Health Protection Act. which would codify Roe’s protections in federal statute. This bill states that a health care provider is allowed to provide abortions and patients may … [Read more...] about Voter Education: 19th Congressional Race
Tale of Two Stories at Cooperative in November
Betsy Jo Williams, a longtime member of the Cooperative Gallery teams up with her daughter Amy McLaren in a joint show called “A Tale of Two Stories.” Williams works clay and wood sculptures and Williams-Mclaren is an oil painter. The exhibit runs from November 4th to the 26th. The Artists will give a talk as part of the gallery’s Third Thursday Art Talk … [Read more...] about Tale of Two Stories at Cooperative in November
