Posts by Local589 Admin
Vote in Boston’s preliminary election – Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025!
Dear Local 589 Members, The Executive Board of Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589 urges all members and retirees who live in Boston to support our endorsed candidates: Mayor: Michelle Wu At-Large City Council: Ruthzee Louijeune, Erin Murphy, Frank Baker District 1: Gabriela Coletta Zapata District 2: Ed Flynn Find your polling place: Click here to…
Read MoreSeptember is National Recovery Month — You Are Not Alone
Dear Local 589 Members, September is National Recovery Month, a time to raise awareness about mental health and substance use recovery. We want every member to know: you are not alone. Brite Life Recovery can connect you to confidential support, including therapy, outpatient and inpatient programs, community resources, and peer meetings. For help, contact Kristen…
Read MoreHappy Labor Day 2025!
Huge thanks to all our members and retirees who marched with us in Boston’s first official Labor Day parade! We had an amazing day standing shoulder to shoulder with our union brothers, sisters, and siblings and showing our solidarity against attacks on our hard-earned rights — especially the right to collectively bargain.✊ Wishing everyone a…
Read MoreGovernor Healey Delivers for Transit Workers and Riders Alike
Yesterday, Local 589 President Jim Evers was invited by Governor Maura Healey to the State House for the signing of a supplemental budget that includes over $750 million to stabilize the MBTA’s finances and improve public transit statewide. This critical investment helps our union deliver more frequent, reliable, and accessible service to our riders — and strengthens the…
Read MoreHappy 4th of July!
Happy Independence Day to all our Local 589 members and riders! Big thanks to our dedicated members working through the holiday to ensure our riders get safely to and from their Independence Day celebrations. Stay safe and enjoy the holiday! #Happy4th #IndependenceDay
Read MoreDivision 3 Delegate Eddie Cora honored at MA State House
Earlier today, Division 3 Delegate Eddie Cora was honored at the Massachusetts State House by State Representative Chris Worrell, Boston City Councilor Brian Worrell, and the Boston Caribbean American Association for his lifetime of contributions to the Caribbean Community and to everyone at the MBTA. Displaying his Puerto Rican heritage with pride, Eddie has worked…
Read MoreHilda Panagua Helped Riders Stay Safe Last Tuesday
Last Tuesday, one of our members, Hilda Panagua, showed extraordinary calm and leadership under pressure. After spotting a communications cable that had come loose from the tunnel wall, she safely evacuated nearly 500 riders from her Blue Line train. We’re proud to share this message from a rider who was there: Moments like these remind…
Read MoreE-Board Field Visit to Nubian Square & Riverside on Aug. 6
Join the Local 589 Executive Board for a field visit on Wednesday, August 6, from 8 to 11 a.m. at Nubian Square and 12 to 4 p.m. at Riverside Operator’s Lobby. We’ll be selling Family Fun Day tickets during the visit!
Read MoreNext Union Meeting on August 26
Don’t miss our next union meeting on Tuesday, August 26, at two convenient times: 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. at IBEW Local 103 in Dorchester.
Read MoreJoin us for Family Fun Day this September!
We are happy to announce this year’s family fun day at Canobie Lake Park on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis with a cap of 1,400—get yours now to join in the fun! Tickets are for active 589 members, retirees, and their families: $25 per ticket with…
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