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Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, last month to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. A version of this measure was included in the finalized state budget that was approved this weekend by Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers.
State budget includes $90 million local media tax credit
New York unveils groundbreaking payroll tax credit for local news outlets, boosting journalism sustainability and democracy. more
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Susan Clancy, the new owner of Earth Arts, has big plans for the shop, which reopened Friday.
The new owner of Long Beach's Earth Arts has big plans
Join Susan Clancy's uplifting journey as she revives Earth Arts, igniting creativity and community spirit in Long Beach with every brushstroke. more
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Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. The measure — currently included in the senate’s One House budget — would provide tax credits to local news outlets, so they can keep local reporters on the ground and covering communities.
Lawmakers, publishers rally in Albany to save local news
An advocacy group determined to save local news in New York rallied in Albany in an effort to bring more lawmakers to their cause. more
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More than 3,000 newspapers have closed across the country since 2005, resulting in countless communities losing essential platforms for sharing their stories. The Empire State Local News Coalition intends to reverse that by advancing new legislation and initiatives that would protect jobs, and incentivize small business to advertise.
Coalition formed to advocate for local journalism
A statewide group of local news organizations — comprising of more than 100 newspapers across New York — has launched The Empire State Local News Coalition, a joint advocacy effort to advance a legislative package intended to deliver long-term sustainability to the sector. more
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School Board Vice President Sam Pinto voiced his disappointment in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed budget.
Long Beach speaks out against Hochul’s plan to cut school aid
Elected officials gathered at the Long Beach school district administration building last week to speak out against Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed budget cuts to schools. Parents, educators, … more
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Karen McInnis attended her last council meeting. She has acted as a member and as president during her time.
It was the last council meeting for these three members
As Liz Treston, Tina Posterli, and Karen McInnis of the Long Beach City Council attended their final meeting as council members Dec. 19, they left behind a time on the council marked by navigating … more
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Floats were donned with holiday spirit all over West Beech Street, with lights, music and ‘snow’ covering the West End.
See how Long Beach lit up with holiday spirit
Residents and visitors united in the festive celebration as the City of Long Beach and the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce illuminated the West End with the 10th annual Electric Light Parade on Dec. … more
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The entire bar and restaurant has been redone to highlight pop icon Taylor Swift.
Bringing the world's biggest pop-star to Long Beach
Taylor Swift is the biggest name on the planet right now. Whether you’re a fan of her music, or have just seen her all over the news and at football games, you know who she is. The Ugly … more
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The Long Beach Historical Society welcomed the holiday season with its annual holiday boutique.
This two-day event returns to the Long Beach Museum
The Long Beach Historical Society welcomed the holiday season with its annual holiday boutique, a two-day event that showcased the many talents of local artists on Dec. 2 and 3. For several … more
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Small businesses need us, and we need them
Our world is seemingly dominated by the twists and turns of the nation’s largest corporations, where billions of dollars are constantly at play, and millions of jobs on the table. more
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