May 28, 2015 -- The need for The Buffalo News to reinvent itself in the digital age is a reality that no one denies. And as the newspaper tries to figure out how to succeed in the era of Facebook and Twitter, members want to know how the Guild views its role. This is particularly … Continue reading The Guild and The News in the digital age: Our role in the era of the Internet, social media, cell phones
Guild members outline feelings — in chalk
Guild members took to the sidewalks outside One News Plaza on May 14 for a job action that involved some creative self-expression. Over a two-hour period, members were encouraged to grab a stick of chalk and make their feelings about the state of contract negotiations known to News management. Members also enjoyed ice cream treats … Continue reading Guild members outline feelings — in chalk
Guild members take part in annual shoreline cleanup
A litter cleanup of the small park at the Ohio Street Boat Launch on April 25 marked the fourth year of a Guild initiative to aid the Spring Shoreline Cleanup coordinated by Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper. The annual effort is conducted in memory of our late friend, reporter and Guild leader John “Jay” Bonfatti. Jay, who … Continue reading Guild members take part in annual shoreline cleanup
News management moves on health insurance: Proposal also includes bonus but no wage increase
The Buffalo News on Monday rescinded its position on cost shifting for health insurance. Management stepped back from a proposal that would have had members paying a continual and increasing amount of health insurance premiums starting in 2016. However, the company only offered a small amount of money as a one-time bonus, with no wage … Continue reading News management moves on health insurance: Proposal also includes bonus but no wage increase
The most interesting thing you will read today is this Guild update
It’s time to talk to you about health insurance. This issue is a recurring challenge for us in bargaining and, as in years past, we must deal with it again in these contract negotiations. Here’s the bottom line: If The Buffalo News gets what it wants in insurance, say goodbye to life as you know … Continue reading The most interesting thing you will read today is this Guild update
Volunteers needed for cleanup: Guild’s annual community project with Riverkeeper
A litter cleanup of the small park at the Ohio Street Boat Launch on Saturday, April 25 will mark the fourth year of a Guild initiative to aid the Spring Shoreline Cleanup coordinated by Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper. The annual effort is conducted in memory of our late friend, reporter and Guild leader John “Jay” Bonfatti. … Continue reading Volunteers needed for cleanup: Guild’s annual community project with Riverkeeper
Guild to News: ‘Fair Contract Now!’
Bearing signs reading "Fair Contract Now!" and "Shame on The News," about 65 Buffalo Newspaper Guild members rallied April 1 at the corner of Scott and Washington streets, in front of The Buffalo News building. Guild members called on the company to share some of the $56 million in pre-tax profits it made in the … Continue reading Guild to News: ‘Fair Contract Now!’
Pie day sweetly delivers serious message
Thanks to everyone who showed their support in our efforts to gain a little bigger piece of The Buffalo News' financial pie after more than five years without a raise. It was a popular mobilization effort. About 20 Guild members on Thursday delivered the Valentine’s Day card you signed to The News’ executive team. Watch … Continue reading Pie day sweetly delivers serious message
Talks reach turning point on wages
Feb. 16, 2015 -- There is almost always a crossroads in bargaining, a time when Guild members are asked to fold their cards and settle or up the ante and continue the fight. That time is now. In the more than five years since our last raise, The News made $56 million in operating profit … Continue reading Talks reach turning point on wages
February meetings agenda
Guild Executive Committee Meeting Agenda for 5 p.m. Feb. 17, 2015 Approval of minutes Committee Reports Old Business -- 2014-15 contract negotiations/mobilization update: Henry Davis/Phil Fairbanks/bargaining team members -- Solidarity/support for other unions: Volunteers sought to attend and offer brief report of monthly Buffalo Central Labor Council meetings New Business -- Newsroom reorganization: Keith McShea/Denise … Continue reading February meetings agenda
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