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Summer 2026 Edition of Carmen’s Quarterly Is Now Available
The latest edition of Carmen’s Quarterly is now available. Click below to read the newsletter and catch up on all of our union’s latest news and updates. This summer edition features: Raising public awareness about the new transit employee assault law A warm welcome to two new Executive Board members Photos from the ATU Basketball …
Read MoreSupport Union-Made This Fourth of July
As you celebrate Independence Day with family and friends, consider filling your cookout with union-made products. Choosing union-made supports good-paying jobs, safe workplaces, and the hardworking men and women who make the products we enjoy every day. Whether you’re grilling burgers and hot dogs, picking up buns, stocking the cooler, or grabbing your favorite condiments, …
Read MoreLocal 589 Keeps Boston Moving This Fourth of July
Boston is especially busy this Fourth of July weekend. With the World Cup, Boston 250, Sail Boston, and the Esplanade celebration bringing thousands into the city, the dedicated men and women of Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589 are hard at work keeping Boston moving. Whether helping residents get to family gatherings or visitors reach the …
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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