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Youssef Sarhrouni Wins 2021 MBTA Bus Roadeo
Join us in congratulating our union brother Youssef Sarhrouni who took first place in today’s 2021 MBTA Bus Roadeo. This is the first time in the 45-year history of the roadeo that a Lynn operator has won. Thanks to all that competed. A great day of friendly competition, food, and fun was had by all.…
Read MorePhotos from Local 589’s 3rd Annual Christmas Gala
An amazing time was had by the close to 700 people that attended Local 589’s 3rd Annual Christmas Gala at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel. “It was a great night,” said Peggy LaPaglia, Local 589’s vice president and the organizer for the event. “On behalf of the executive board, we want to thank all our…
Read MoreBoston Union Honors Lynn Hero
Item Live | Thomas Grillo | July 24, 2017 LYNN — The Boston Carmen’s Union honored a passenger who intervened when a knife-wielding passenger stabbed an MBTA bus driver. Charles Rozopoulos was treated to a pizza party and awarded a black union jacket by the union Monday, the same one worn by T drivers.…
Read MorePhotos: Local 589’s 2nd Annual Christmas Gala
An amazing time was had by the over 800 people that attended Local 589’s 2nd Annual Christmas Gala at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel. “It was a great night,” said Jimmy O’Brien, Local 589’s president. “On behalf of the executive board, we want to thank all our members, retirees, and friends who helped to make…
Read MoreE-Board Visits Arborway Bus Garage
Today, Local 589’s E-Board had the pleasure of visiting with our members at the Arborway Bus Garage. Click here to see photos from the visit on our Facebook Page. Thank you to all members who took the time say hello, ask questions, and share their concerns with the e-board. If you missed the visit and…
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 MoreAnother Successful Golf Tournament!
Thank you to all our sponsors and players for making this year’s golf tournament on Friday, August 3rd such a tremendous success. We look forward to seeing you next year. Click here to see photos from the tournament.
Read MoreHelping Others In Their Time Of Need
On September 13, 2012, the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office along with the MBTA and the 589 Executive Board recognized the following bus operators who volunteered their time and skills to assist the Sheriff’s Office in their most difficult time of need. The following bus operators provided transportation for hundreds of local and state law enforcement officers so…
Read MorePhotos from 100th Anniversary
Over 400 people came together to celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589. ATU International President Larry Hanley, comedian Lenny Clarke, President of other locals, and many well-known politicians were in attendance. Special thanks to everyone that attended as well as all our sponsors. A great evening was had by all.…
Read MoreATU Local 241 in Chicago meets with President Lee in Boston
Members of ATU Local 241 from Chicago and President John Lee met this past weekend to dicuss issues facing both organizations, such as contract negotiations / arbitration, grievances, service cuts – layoffs, training programs and many other issues. When the meeting was over, all agreed that although we are from different cities, our issues and goals are…
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