Community Corner

Sachem Block by Block: Local Campaigns Needing Help, People Paying 'Too Much' Rent

Taking brush strokes of data to create a picture of Sachem.

Newscruncher is a daily series that breaks down the characteristics of your town by the numbers. You can see more posts by clicking the Newscruncher link above the headline or by checking out our weekend roundups, like this one.

Map: Areas With Poverty and Homes Without Heat
The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of families living in poverty and the percentage of homes without heating fuel or heating equipment.

Map: Areas With Poverty & People Paying ‘Too Much’ for Rent
The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of people living in poverty and the percentage of people who spent 35 percent or more of their income on rent.

5 Local Campaigns that Could Really Use Your Help
The list below shows locals who, because of an accident or an emergency, are now asking for help. Click an image to learn more about each of them.

Cyber Monday: By the Numbers
This Cyber Monday, people are expected to spend $2.27 billion, the highest single online shopping day ever. Here is a look at last year's numbers to shed light on what to expect this year.


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