Category: News

No Zeros — Let management know that we deserve a raise

~ Sandra Tan

9.28.2011 – We are asking all Guild members to wear a sticker today proclaiming to management that we deserve a raise. The Guild initially proposed a three-year contract with modest 2 percent annual raises. The News’ counterproposal was to give us ZERO percent raises. That’s an outrageous proposal from a company on track to make … Continue reading No Zeros — Let management know that we deserve a raise

CWA college scholarship applications available

~ Aaron Besecker

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

So long, Heaney

~ Sandra Tan

The newsroom says goodbye to longtime Guild leader and investigative reporter Jim Heaney, whose aggressive leadership and outspoken presence at the Guild bargaining table has helped safeguard the jobs and benefits of those of us who continue to work here. On Thursday, the newsroom paid tribute to Heaney and other Guild members who have accepted … Continue reading So long, Heaney

Deal allows retiring newsroom staffers to return as part-timers

~ Aaron Besecker

The Guild and management have reached an agreement that enables newsroom employees taking the buyout to return as part-timers if Editor Margaret Sullivan wants them back. The deal, reached last week after weeks of negotiations, was ratified Tuesday by the union’s Executive Committee. The News has also expressed a willingness to offer part-time positions to … Continue reading Deal allows retiring newsroom staffers to return as part-timers