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Annual Black History Celebration
This afternoon, members of the executive board attended the annual Black History Celebration at the MBTA Cabot Bus Garage. A decades old tradition, this event celebrates the diversity of our workforce and brings people of all backgrounds together through music and good food. Thank you to Barn Captains Alix Gaston and Richard Lee, as well…
Read MoreNew England Joint ATU Conference
Earlier today, at the conclusion of this weekend’s New England Joint ATU Conference, President Jim Evers spoke about Local 589’s recent success in securing a new contact, protecting our pension, and building relationships with political leaders and community groups. Yesterday, President Evers and VP Billy Berardino presented their work on the transit worker assault bill…
Read MoreRemembering the nearly 3k lives lost on 9/11, including our former union brother Gerard “Jerry” Dewan
Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on 9-11, including our former union brother Gerard “Jerry” Dewan. After high school, Jerry worked for the MBTA as an Arborway driver before moving to New York to pursue his dream of becoming a firefighter. His company, Ladder 3, was the first to rush into the burning…
Read MoreE-Board Visit to Southampton Garage
Thank you to all the members who took time to say hello and share their thoughts and concerns with Local 589’s E-Board during yesterday’s visit to the Southampton Garage. Click here to see more photos from the visit.
Read MoreCelebrating the Life of Larry Hanley
Today, Local 589 President Jimmy O’Brien, Delegate Pat Hogan, Delegate Jim Donovan, Delegate Mike Keller, and Delegate Allen Lee represented the Boston Carmen’s Union at a celebration honoring the life of our dear departed friend and International ATU President Larry Hanley. RIP Larry and thank you for your leadership and for dedicating your life to…
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 More2019 ATU International Basketball Tournament
Local 589 would like to put a team together to compete in the 2019 ATU International Basketball Tournament. The tournament will be held in Duncanville, Texas, and run from Wednesday, June 12 through Sunday, June 16, 2019. We are in the process of finding a gym to conduct tryouts so stay tuned for more information.…
Read MoreCelebrating ATU Local 618’s 100th Anniversary
Local 589’s Executive Board joined ATU International President Larry Hanley and International Vice Presidents, including our own Richard Murphy and International Rep. Stephan MacDougall, in celebrating the 100th-year anniversary of ATU Local 618. Congrats to all our brothers and sisters at Local 618. We are one ATU! Click here to see photos from the event.
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