Archive for June 2026
Photos from Day One of the ATU Basketball Classic 2026
Click here to view photos from day one of the ATU Basketball Classic 2026, proudly hosted by our union. The tournament concludes tomorrow at White Mamba in Walpole from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.with championship games and trophy presentations. 🏆🏀
Read More2026 MBTA Bus & Rail Rodeo Applications Due Today
Today is the deadline to apply for the 2026 MBTA Bus & Rail Rodeo. If you’re interested in competing, please complete the appropriate application and submit it to your Area Supervisor by the end of the day. To apply: Complete the Bus or Rail Rodeo application. Bus Rodeo participants must also complete the Operator Biographical …
Read MoreLocal 589 Women’s Caucus Sworn In
Over the weekend, members of the newly established Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589 Women’s Caucus attended the 40th Annual ATU International Women’s Conference in Niagara Falls, New York. Supported by Local 589 President Jim Evers and the Executive Board, the Local 589 Women’s Caucus was officially sworn in by International Women’s Caucus Chair Jackie Jeter …
Read MoreHappy Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers and father figures of Local 589. Thank you for your dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to your families, our riders, and our union. Enjoy your day! #Local589 #FathersDay
Read MoreLocal 589 Calls for Swift Arrest of Man Charged with Assaulting Female MBTA Operator
The Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589 is calling for the immediate apprehension of a Jamaica Plain man who failed to appear in court today on charges stemming from the alleged assault of a female MBTA operator. Michael Vandenbroeke, 41, was scheduled to appear in Boston Municipal Court but did not attend the hearing. He faces …
Read MorePride Month and the Power of Solidarity
As we celebrate Pride Month, we are reminded of an enduring lesson from the labor movement: working people are strongest when we stand together. Throughout history, there have been those who seek to divide workers by focusing on our differences. Whether based on race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, or politics, division weakens solidarity and …
Read MoreD-Day — June 6, 1944. We Remember
Stay Safe in the Heat: Know the Signs of Heat Stress
As temperatures rise, it’s important for transit workers to recognize the signs of heat-related illness and take steps to stay safe on the job. Heat stress can develop quickly and, if left untreated, can become a life-threatening emergency. Know the warning signs: Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Symptoms may include hot, dry skin, confusion, …
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