The NewsGuild of Greater Philadelphia

Additional important details on Guild Employee Assistance Programs

March 23, 2020billrossInquirer

Dear Members,  We know this is a very difficult time for you. Not only are you susceptible to COVID-19, you are vulnerable to the emotional stresses of this historic health crisis. We want to remind you that in addition to Teladoc, the NewsGuild also provides employee assistance help through the benefit HealthAdvocate. At no cost […]

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REMINDER: TELADOC IS AVAILABLE – 1-800-835-2362

March 19, 2020billrossInquirer

Members,With the current health care crisis and all the uncertainty surrounding it, this is a reminder that the NewsGuild provides you and your family members with Teladoc – personalized, high-quality healthcare anytime you need it, at no cost to you, and you don’t have to go anywhere.  Teladoc doctors can answer questions about the COVID-19 […]

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Inky update, where to work and new newsroom assignments.

March 17, 2020billrossInquirer

Dear Friends: I just want to emphasize the importance of the Company’s message earlier today about avoiding 801 Market and, I might add, SPP and the offices in New Jersey and Bucks County. Please WORK FROM HOME. If you are lacking the tools or anything else you need to be able to work from home, […]

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Inquirer cba ratified.

March 17, 2020billrossInquirer

Amid all this coronavirus disruption and angst I offer some good news: The members of the NewsGuild of Greater Philadelphia have overwhelmingly approved the tentative agreement.As promised, the signs and tote boards have been removed As I said to the Company, you all have already demonstrated in just the past few days tireless and trademark dedication […]

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The Guild provides Teladoc to our members and their families.

March 14, 2020billrossInquirer

Members, This is a reminder that your NewsGuild provides you and your family members with Teladoc.  At no cost to you,  you and your family members have 24/7/365 access to a U.S. Board Certified Doctor anywhere in the United States. Through the convenience of phone or video consults, doctors can diagnose and prescribe medication, if […]

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WE HAVE A DEAL!!!!

March 12, 2020billrossInquirer

Dear Guild Friends: WE HAVE A DEAL!!!!!!!!! We are delighted to announce that the Guild and Company have reached a tentative agreement on a three-year contract that provides all of you additional money in each year. This is the result of five-months of talks, yes, but mostly your unwavering support. Your solidarity demonstrated to the […]

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Teladoc is available.

March 11, 2020billrossInquirer

Members, This is a reminder that your NewsGuild provides you and your family members with Teladoc.  At no cost to you,  you and your family members have 24/7/365 access to a U.S. Board Certified Doctor anywhere in the United States. Through the convenience of phone or video consults, doctors can diagnose and prescribe medication, if […]

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General Membership Meeting. January 27, 2020

January 24, 2020billrossInquirer

       GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING        DATE:   MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 2020           Inquirer/Daily News – Public Room                8th & Market Streets           Philadelphia, Pa 19123      TIME:  12:00 P.M.       THE AGENDA WILL INCLUDE:      Installation of Guild Officers for 2020  Admissions Report                         Minutes PMN – Bargaining Update                       DFM – Bargaining Update (Delco, Pottstown, Norristown […]

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ANSWERS TO YOUR TELADOC QUESTIONS

January 15, 2020billrossInquirer

Guild members, The great things about Teladoc are the ease in which to activate an account and, of course, how to use it. Teladoc is provided to all full and part-time members and their family members. QUESTION: WHICH ACCOUNT DO I USE? NewsGuild has two Teladoc accounts: NewsGuild Teamsters Local 830. This account is for […]

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EGGXIT

January 15, 2020billrossGuild News, Inquirer

SUBJECT LINE: EGGXIT Dear Friends, This month a year ago, the Guild lost trust in Inquirer Publisher Terry Egger after he misled us in what we thought were sincere talks about a mid-contract pay raise. Turns out our talks were just stalling tactics until the Company reached a contract deal with the Teamsters. Then came […]

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