BINGHAMTON—This past Thursday, 11/21, community members participated in a direct action to draw attention to recurring deaths and systemic abuse at the Broome County Jail, as well as speak out against a proposed “harassment” bill designed to further criminalize Broome County residents. Demonstrators from various local organizations and community spaces … [Read more...] about Protesters Arrested at County Legislature
Critical Pretrial Justice Reforms Will Not Be Delayed
Statement from Citizen Action of New York: Critical Pretrial Justice Reforms Will Not Be Delayed Albany, NY - Rosemary Rivera, Co-Executive Director of Citizen Action of New York, released the following statement in response to calls by prosecutors and sheriffs and to delay justice for New Yorkers by placing a moratorium on new bail, discovery, and speedy … [Read more...] about Critical Pretrial Justice Reforms Will Not Be Delayed
9th Bob Johnston Photography Competition
Deadline for Submission Sun. Dec. 22 10 am - 1 pm & Saturday Dec. 28th 12-4 pm at Cooperative Gallery The Cooperative Gallery 213 and the Two Rivers Photography Club are sponsoring the 9th Bob Johnston Photography Show and Competition January 3-25th, 2020. “Now in its ninth year, this Photo Competition attracts the best photography in the Southern … [Read more...] about 9th Bob Johnston Photography Competition
LGB Couples Health Study
Our research team at Binghamton University is seeking LGB Couples who have been in a committed relationship for 6 months or longer for a research study on how stress affects our intimate relationships. The study will be at Binghamton University. The study takes approximately 1 ½ hours and participants will be PAID! If interested, please call for more … [Read more...] about LGB Couples Health Study
Searching For New Artists
The Cooperative Gallery 213 is seeking a new artist member. Founded in 2000 to provide accessible exhibition space for member artists, the gallery has created a community of artists and increased an appreciation for art in the larger community. Because of the quality and diversity of its exhibits, the Cooperative Gallery is a popular stop on the First Friday … [Read more...] about Searching For New Artists
11th Inmate Found Dead at Broome County Jail
BINGHAMTON—Another man being held in the Broome County Jail was pronounced dead Wednesday morning, after reportedly being denied life-saving medical treatment by jail staff. The deceased — a 40-year-old Binghamton resident — was arrested for a probation violation on October 16th, when a medical emergency caused him to miss a scheduled appointment with his … [Read more...] about 11th Inmate Found Dead at Broome County Jail
Dan Livingston Statement
Over the last ten months, I have been regularly reminded of just how terrible some people will behave when they are entrusted with the power and authority of public offices, and at the same time, repeatedly reminded of just how much one person can accomplish for the benefit of their community using the power and authority of a public office. The … [Read more...] about Dan Livingston Statement
The Rot of the Broome Republican Machine: Hatred, Fear, and Dead Cats
Last week on the radio, Mayor David went full-on Trump, calling the entire slate of Council Democratic candidates police-hating "agitators, protesters, and obstructionists," and that I'm the radical extremist behind the curtains pulling all the strings. I didn't hear the original rant, but when folks told me of the Mayor's comments, I was both shocked at the … [Read more...] about The Rot of the Broome Republican Machine: Hatred, Fear, and Dead Cats
Binghamton City Council Members Livingston and Taylor Express Frustration over Joint Sewage Treatment Plant Secrecy; Demand Mayor David Share Key Information and Updates with the Public about his Privatization Plan
The following is the official press release issued on October 30 by Binghamton City Councilmembers Dan Livingston and Conrad Taylor, both of whom have expressed strong opposition to Mayor David's proposal to privatize operations and management at the joint sewage treatment plant. Binghamton Councilmembers Dan Livingston and Conrad Taylor spoke … [Read more...] about Binghamton City Council Members Livingston and Taylor Express Frustration over Joint Sewage Treatment Plant Secrecy; Demand Mayor David Share Key Information and Updates with the Public about his Privatization Plan
Republican City Electeds Come out of the Closet: “We’re Bullies and Hypocrites”
I was on the road the last two days for work, serving as a resource at a conference for local government employees from Republican and Democratic administrations across New York to help brainstorm effective strategies to transform vacant housing to neighborhood assets with a focus on equity, sustainability, and justice. My phone started lighting up … [Read more...] about Republican City Electeds Come out of the Closet: “We’re Bullies and Hypocrites”
