A general membership meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday in the first-floor auditorium at The News. Here's the agenda: 1. Committee reports 2. Wrap up on bargaining 3. Results of ratification vote
Author: Aaron Besecker
Guild approves budget
The Buffalo Newspaper Guild remains in solid financial shape with the recent approval of the 2011-12 budget by the organization’s Executive Committee. The $165,000 spending plan, approved without a dissenting vote cast, comes as the unit continues to shrink and leadership keeping an eye towards maximizing every dollar that comes in. "We continue to be … Continue reading Guild approves budget
Video: Members march on One News Plaza
Guild members made their voices heard throughout the Buffalo News offices on Thursday, marching on all five floors of the building in response to management's latest contract proposal.
Photos: In-house actions ramp up
This past week, Guild members participated in a variety of in-house mobilization activities. Here are some photos: [nggallery id=1]
Job actions for today and Friday
►Thursday at noon: Parking lot walkout (6 p.m. walkout for nightside staff) In response to management’s demand that employees pay for parking in The News’ lot, the Guild will be distributing vinyl static clings featuring the Guild logo for all union members to affix to the interior of their rear car windows. We ask all … Continue reading Job actions for today and Friday
Event to remember Jay Bonfatti
A gathering to remember the life of Jay Bonfatti will be held Friday, Sept. 30 at WJ Morrissey Irish Pub. The event will begin at 5 p.m. and will continue at least until 8 p.m. All friends of Jay are welcome.
Photos: Labor Day parade
More than two dozen Guild members and their families, including many first-timers, turned out to march in the 2011 Labor Day Parade in South Buffalo with a new attention-getting banner and signs in recognition of ongoing contract negotiations. (Photos by Aaron Besecker, Charles R. Lewis)
CWA college scholarship applications available
Applications for a $1,500 college scholarship through the Western New York CWA Council are now available. Family members of Buffalo Newspaper Guild members in good standing are eligible to apply. Applicants can either be attending college or accepted to an accredited institution. Applications must be processed through the local Guild office. Please return completed applications … Continue reading CWA college scholarship applications available
Photos: Ice Cream Social and Pin Distribution
Here are a few shots from Thursday's ice cream social:
Photos: Members participate in Black Friday
On Friday, July 29, members of the Buffalo Newspaper Guild wore black to remember the expiration of our current contract with The Buffalo News on Sunday, July 31. Here are a couple shots from the newsroom:
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