Posts by Local589 Admin
NGP Offering 589-Approved Short-Term Disability in September
National Group Protection (NGP) will be at the garages in September from 9 AM to 5 PM to offer short-term disability coverage. This plan helps cover your monthly expenses if you’re unable to work due to an injury or illness. NGP is 589-approved and will have proper identification. Unlike scammers who ask for money upfront…
Read MoreHappy Labor Day
Wishing all our Local 589 members a happy and safe Labor Day! A special shoutout to those working today. Take a moment to enjoy this short video.
Read MorePride in Transit
Today, as part of Boston’s Pride for the People parade, Local 589 Green Line Delegate Scott Page and Red Line Barn Captain Sylvester White joined MBTA General Manager Phil Eng and employees from the T, including members of Local 589 to march with the Pride in Transit Bus. Thank you to the MBTA’s Pride Employees…
Read More2024 National Safety Month
Celebrating National Safety Month by recognizing our members’ commitment to provide safe and accessible transportation to our communities. Keep up the great work! #NationalSafetyMonth
Read MoreLocal 589 Golf Tournament Is Sold Out
This year’s Local 589 Golf Tournament is sold out. If you didn’t get to register, we hope to see you next year. ⛳️
Read MoreHappy Marathon Monday!
Happy Marathon Monday! Be sure to check the MBTA website and app for updates on today’s routes and schedules. Our transit operators are dedicated to safe and efficient travel, so please do your best to support them throughout the day. #Boston128 #BostonMarathon
Read MoreFuture Type 10 Fleet Cab Design
Earlier this month, the MBTA’s vehicle engineering department hosted a two-week-long open house to generate feedback from Streetcar Motorpersons on the cab design for the future Type 10 fleet. Included in this mock-up is the operator-selected master controller from the listening sessions last summer. On Thursday of last week, President Jim Evers and Green Line…
Read MoreHappy Earth Day!
Happy Earth Day! As members of Local 589, we understand the vital role public transit plays in building healthier communities. On this Earth Day, let’s reflect on the benefits of investing in public transportation: cleaner air, a reduced carbon footprint, and increased accessibility for all. Let’s continue championing public transit initiatives for a brighter, more…
Read MoreHave you seen this man?
MBTA Transit Police are looking for this man who, without provocation, spat in the face of a bus driver earlier this month near Meridian and Eutaw streets in East Boston. If you have information about the suspect, please contact the MBTA Transit Police Crime Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. Incidents like this underscore the need to…
Read MoreWorkers’ Memorial Day
Today, on Workers’ Memorial Day, we pay tribute to our colleagues who lost their lives while serving their communities. Let’s honor their memory by advocating for workplace safety measures and ensuring that every transit worker returns home safely at the end of the day. #WorkersMemorialDay
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