by Dave Duncan previously printed in the Bridge newspaper, but still timely For many years the municipalities of Broome County and the County itself have been suffering from a drastic income shortfall. Reasons include the decline in population related to the manufacturing plants that have relocated elsewhere, the declining real incomes of the … [Read more...] about Economic Development and the Cost to the Citizens
Binghamton City Council Fracking Moratorium
Binghamton City Council discusses Fracking Ban Ordinance and takes a vote-- 12-21-11-- Councilman Sean Massey speaks and Councilwoman Terri Rennia speaks. … [Read more...] about Binghamton City Council Fracking Moratorium
Local Politics: Sean Massey
Elections all over the country rewarded a progressive agenda. There was a big win for collective bargaining in Ohio. In Buffalo, Democrats unexpectedly won several local seats. The state of Maine repealed a Republican effort to deprive voters rights. Yet, in Binghamton NY Republicans won the County Executive seat and two Council seats. Regrettably, among … [Read more...] about Local Politics: Sean Massey
The Truth About Fracking
Scientific American has published a lengthy article about the science of hydrofracking by Chris Mullins, "When multiple “fracks” are done in multiple, adjacent wells, however, the risk for contaminating drinking water may rise. If fracking is defined as the entire industrial operation, including drilling and the storage of wastewater, contamination has … [Read more...] about The Truth About Fracking
Occupy Binghamton – October 15, 2011
Originally posted on my tumblr, on which I'm following the Occupy movements in upstate New York as closely as I can - http://mangiaratti.tumblr.com On Saturday, October 15, the Global Day of action, about 300 people showed up to "Occupy Binghamton," a protest that is part of a grassroots movement organized by a large group of people, including Binghamton … [Read more...] about Occupy Binghamton – October 15, 2011
MIKE CHECK, MIKE CHECK, MIKE CHECK
Having just returned from Occupy Wall Street - NYC, I have learned much about the capacity of people to cooperate and connect. Finally, I see the end to the tunnel of citizen apathy, diminished expectations and assured mutual self destruction. Finally, I see young, old, able, disabled, fortunate and unfortunate sharing, caring and working in the … [Read more...] about MIKE CHECK, MIKE CHECK, MIKE CHECK
Susquehanna River has a History of Flooding
Susquehanna River has a History of Flooding by The Associated Press An aerial photo shows the flood waters around West Branch of the Susquehanna River and Susquehanna River merging into one in Sunbury, Pa. Nearly 100,000 people from New York to Maryland were ordered to flee the rising Susquehanna River as the remnants of Tropical Storm Lee dumped more … [Read more...] about Susquehanna River has a History of Flooding
Flood Pictures of Binghamton NY
9/8/11 Flood stage is at 12 feet but the river is now at 25 feet, give or take a few inches. Downtown Binghamton is deserted and 20,000 residents have been evacuated including those in neighborhoods in the First Ward, Conklin Ave., and the East Side. The 2006 flood came up over one of the flood walls, which were built after the 1936 floods, and still … [Read more...] about Flood Pictures of Binghamton NY
Endwell Resident Among 15 Human Rights Activists Facing Trial
Endwell Resident Among 15 Human Rights Activists Facing Trial for Nonviolent Direct Action the White House in Washington, DC Washington, DC – Endwell resident Jack Gilroy is among 15 human rights advocates who are scheduled to go on trial on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 for engaging in nonviolent direct action at the White House in Washington, DC. Gilroy … [Read more...] about Endwell Resident Among 15 Human Rights Activists Facing Trial
Mycelium Running in Rec Park
I walk in Recreation Park on Binghamton's Westside every day. Lately I have been noticing a outburst of mushrooms in greater variety than I have ever seen in one place. There are 8-10 different kinds of mushrooms or "mycelium" as the scientists refer to it. I met a Ukrainian woman picking the mushrooms as I was photographing them. "These very good to eat. … [Read more...] about Mycelium Running in Rec Park