Posts by Local589 Admin
Regular Meeting of the Membership
Location: Boston Teachers Union Hall, 180 Mount Vernon Street, Dorchester, MA When: Tuesday, June 6, 2011 What time: The morning session will start at 10:00 A.M. The evening session will start at 8:00 P.M.
Read MoreMan Charged In Assault On MBTA Worker
This past Wednesday one of our union sisters was sexually assaulted by a Medford man, Michael Hutt, as she tried to help him with his Charlie Card. Thankfully, Hutt was arrested and charged with indecent assault and battery and assault and battery on a public employee. However, the incident speaks to the difficult job that…
Read MoreEndorsement: Tito Jackson for Boston City Council
Attention: Please remember to vote on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 Dear Brothers and Sisters of the 7th District: The Membership of the Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589 has endorsed the election of Tito Jackson for Boston City Council representing District 7. The Carmen’s Union feels fortunate to have a friend of Tito Jackson’s stature and integrity…
Read MoreCarmen’s Union Annual Golf Tournament
Where: George Wright Golf Course, 420 West Street, Hyde Park When: Friday, August 5, 2011 – Shotgun Start 8:00 a.m. Awards Ceremony and Texas Style Barbeque immediately following the tournament with BBQ Chicken, Steak Tips,
Read MoreSister Sharina Averts Tragedy
With less than a month on the job, MBTA bus driver and Union Sister, Sharina Byrd showed courage, professionalism and concern for her passengers under the most extreme conditions. On Tuesday night, as she was driving her 86 bus down Chestnut Hill Avenue when a man reached in front of her and pushed the steering…
Read MoreProud to represent you!
Dear Union Brothers & Sisters, Just wanted to take a moment to recognize ANOTHER outstanding job done by Local 589/MBTA employees in regards to the problems this morning on the Redline.
Read More2011 Scholarships Awarded!
Assistant Secretary Peggy LaPaglia, who coordinated the scholarship program, awarded the following winners with scholarships for $1,000 at the annual Mass. AFL-CIO Scholarship Dinner: Matthew Crowley – His sponsor is Frank Crowley who works at Cabot Shops. Marc McDonald – His sponsor is Joseph McDonald who works on the Red Line.
Read MoreRegular Meeting of the Membership
Where: Boston Teachers Union Hall, 180 Mount Vernon Street, Dorchester, MA When: Tuesday, May 17, 2011 Notes: The regular order of business will be transacted. The morning session will start at 10:00 A.M. The evening session will start at 8:00 P.M.
Read MoreUnion Sister Pauline Sims Foils Robbery!
Union Sister Pauline Sims, an MBTA customer service agent, was recently recognized in the news for stopping the robbery of a blind ‘T’ performer named George Leh at the Arlington ‘T’ Station. Not only did Pauline stop the robbery in progress, she radioed ‘T’ police, ran after the suspect and helped ‘T’ police make the…
Read MoreRegular Meeting of the Membership
Title: Regular Meeting of the Membership When: Tuesday, March 15th, 2011 Location: Boston Teachers Union Hall, 180 Mount Vernon Street, Dorchester, MA Description: The morning session will start at 10:00 A.M. The evening session will start at 8:00 P.M.
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