Belatedly, we bring you news of Dick Andrus' death on April 5th, 2020. If you are in the progressive community there are many many ways you could have known Dick. I served on his Shade Tree Commission under Mayor Matt Ryan' tenure along with Julian Shephard, a knowledgeable and committed environmental duo. Dick was always a great First Friday visitor to the … [Read more...] about Dick Andrus
Build a Garden
https://vinesgardens.org/programs/build-a-garden/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=announcing_our_newest_vines_program_build_a_garden&utm_term=2020-05-07 Read how VINES is helping people who want to grow vegetables in their yards. There are income and other guidelines. … [Read more...] about Build a Garden
Broome Activists Join #HALTsolitary Statewide Rally
New York community activists are rallying today in support of the passage of the HALT solitary bill. They will be outside the Governor’s mansion and across the state, in Buffalo, Long Island, Ithaca, Rochester, and beyond. Here in Broome County we join this effort and ask the legislature to reconvene, pass the HALT bill, and end solitary confinement in our … [Read more...] about Broome Activists Join #HALTsolitary Statewide Rally
Looking for Core Members
An Invitation to join the Binghamton - El Charcón Sister City Project Are you interested in community development? Do you have connections with Central America? Are you a returned Peace Corps Volunteer looking for a way to stay engaged? Would you like to visit a small rural community in El Salvador to discover how the social movement in that country is … [Read more...] about Looking for Core Members
How to Spread COVID-19 in Broome County
May 4, 2020 by Bill Martin If you had to design a system to spread COVID-19 in Broome County, how would you do it? Follow the sheriff and county officials in three, easy steps. Step One: Local officials have sought to isolate the county, terminating all bus service into and out of Binghamton, closing hotels to visitors, and demanding that any … [Read more...] about How to Spread COVID-19 in Broome County
Farm Share Sign Ups Open!
If you’ve already signed up for a Farm Share this season, thank you! If not, you still have time, and we have some exciting changes to share!! This year we are offering a new 75% discount for members with incomes in the Level 1 income category. With 20 million Americans signing up for Unemployment recently, there’s never been a better time for a deep … [Read more...] about Farm Share Sign Ups Open!
Response to Governor Cuomo’s Proposed Budget Cuts
Citizen Action of New York Responds to Governor Cuomo’s Proposed Budget Cuts Albany, NY - In response to Governor Cuomo’s proposed $10 billion in budget cuts, including $8.2 billion in cuts to schools, hospitals and local governments, Stanley Fritz, Political Director of Citizen Action of New York, released the following statement: “Governor Cuomo … [Read more...] about Response to Governor Cuomo’s Proposed Budget Cuts
A Gratitude Caravan
May day, May day, May day! With the world confronting a life-threatening pandemic, we are more than ever acutely aware of how much we depend on a vast number of service workers to help us live our lives. High on the list, of course, are doctors, hospital administrators, and scientists scrambling to find ways to prevent and treat the Covid19 virus. But the … [Read more...] about A Gratitude Caravan
Broome Community Land Trust Announces New Ambassador Program; Interested Residents Have Until May 8 to Apply
Earlier this week, a small coalition of housing justice advocates in Broome County announced a new paid opportunity for residents that are passionate about expanding safe, healthy, affordable housing choices in the area. The group, the Steering Committee of the emerging Broome Community Land Trust (CLT), is now seeking applications for its first-ever … [Read more...] about Broome Community Land Trust Announces New Ambassador Program; Interested Residents Have Until May 8 to Apply
FINDING AND LISTENING TO GOOD NEW SONGS
By Robert Ruane Jr. I am in my late 50s, and there is no commercial radio format airing new songs designed for my age group and up. Even adult contemporary radio’s upper age limit is 54—and that format has been skewing younger. Country and adult alternative radio also seem aimed at a younger audience these days. However, I have found a vast amount of … [Read more...] about FINDING AND LISTENING TO GOOD NEW SONGS
