Posts by Local589 Admin
Green Line Operators Help Lost Boy
Last Monday (6/29), Green Line Motorman Richard Flynn and Conductor David Woodbury came upon a lost 4-year old boy while pulling into MBTA-Newton Center Station. Apparently the boy, who lived locally, had made his way to the station unaccompanied because he loves trains and wanted to see them. After pulling into the station and securing…
Read MoreE-Board Visit to Riverside Shop/Riverside Operator’s Lobby
Today, Local 589’s E-Board visited the Riverside Shop/Riverside Operator’s Lobby. They had a great time talking to members and hearing their concerns. Thank you to all that made time to say hello. More visits will be announced soon. Click here to see more photos from the visit. WeMoveMA #OneUnion
Read MoreLocal 589 Welcomes 20 New Members
Yesterday, Local 589 Vice President Billy Berardino, Assistant Secretary Karen Maxwell, Divison 3 Delegate Pat Hogan, and Divison 1 Delegate Jose Cruz signed up 20 new members. Please join us in welcoming them into our 589 family. #WeMoveMA #UnionStrong
Read MoreJuly 21 Union Meeting Canceled
Free Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing for MBTA Employees
Dear Brother and Sisters, Free drive-through COVID-19 testing is now available for T employees every Thursday from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at the MBTA Everett Facility (80 Broadway Street). There is also a walk-up option at the same location. Click here to sign-up for testing and they will confirm your appointment via email. Please…
Read MoreE-Board Visit to Charlestown/Bennett Bus Garage
Local 589’s Executive Board is committed to maintaining a close connection with the members we serve. Upon the start of this term, we decided to establish regular field visits to each of the garages, shops, and barns of our local. Unfortunately, COVID-19 forced us to take a step back from these planned visits. As the…
Read MoreUnemployment Scam
The MBTA Human Resources Department has gotten more reports lately of unemployment claims being filed without their knowing it. If you get mail from the Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) about an unemployment claim that you didn’t file, that’s a sign of suspicious activity. What you should do: Email Benefits@mbta.com Take a picture of any…
Read MoreStatement from Boston Carmen’s Union
“The Boston Carmen’s Union stands in solidarity with peaceful protesters across the Commonwealth and across the country. As MBTA employees, we are committed to always getting riders where they need to go. Now more than ever, it is important that we continue to serve the city, our passengers, and protesters. Our members have often been…
Read More2020 Golf Tournament
Don’t miss this year’s annual golf tournament on Friday, September 25, 2020, at the Brookmeadow Country Club at 100 Everendon Rd, Canton, MA 02021. Shotgun start 8:00 a.m. Make your own foursome or enter as a single. First come, first served. Course spikeless shoe policy in effect. Awards ceremony and Texas-Style Barbecue immediately following the…
Read MoreLocal 589’s Jeffery Williams Is Revere Hero
Today, Mayor Arrigo spotlighted MBTA Bus Operator and Local 589 Union Brother Jeffrey Williams for going above and beyond for his community. The story is embeded below, but you can also read it on Facebook here. #RevereHeroes #WeMoveMA #WearAMask
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