Thank you to all of our members at the Charlestown and Bennett Bus Garages who took time to talk with Local 589’s Executive Board in the lobby during today’s field visit. Click here to see photos from the visit.
Thank you to our Boston Bruins for an amazing season. Special thanks to our members who assisted our riders in getting to and from all the games. #wemovema
Happy Mother’s Day to all, with a special shoutout to our remarkable Local 589 union sisters who tirelessly juggle their roles at home and on the job. Not only do they nurture their families, but they also extend that same compassion to their union colleagues and the passengers they serve. Without the driving force of…
Happy National Train Day from the men and women of the Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589. Trains are one of the ways we get you to and from your destination. We look forward to welcoming you aboard the T, today and every day! #NationalTrainDay #WeMoveMA
We regret to inform you that Antoine Letts, an active bus operator and valued member of our union, passed away Sunday night. The MBTA’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) will be available at Arborway Garage starting at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow for those in need of support or a listening ear. If you have any questions, please…
Congratulations to our union brother, Justo Fleitas, who received the invitation to throw the ceremonial first pitch at Fenway Park last Saturday. The Boston Red Sox Sox paid tribute to Justo, a dedicated bus operator of 26 years, for his compassionate act of staying with a 6-year-old child who was waiting alone for their school…
Join the executive board in welcoming 14 new brothers and sisters to our Local 589 Family, and wish them luck in their new careers as repairers at Cabot RTL. #UnionStrong #InITTogether #wemovema
Last Thursday, Local 589 President Jim Evers and the Executive Board visited Nubian Square Station to talk with our members and answer any questions they had. Thank you to all those who took the time to say hello and share their thoughts and concerns with us. Click here to see more photos from the visit.
Today, on Workers’ Memorial Day, we pay tribute to our colleagues who lost their lives while serving their communities. Let’s honor their memory by advocating for workplace safety measures and ensuring that every transit worker returns home safely at the end of the day. #WorkersMemorialDay
MBTA Transit Police are looking for this man who, without provocation, spat in the face of a bus driver earlier this month near Meridian and Eutaw streets in East Boston. If you have information about the suspect, please contact the MBTA Transit Police Crime Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. Incidents like this underscore the need to…
Happy Earth Day! As members of Local 589, we understand the vital role public transit plays in building healthier communities. On this Earth Day, let’s reflect on the benefits of investing in public transportation: cleaner air, a reduced carbon footprint, and increased accessibility for all. Let’s continue championing public transit initiatives for a brighter, more…
Earlier this month, the MBTA’s vehicle engineering department hosted a two-week-long open house to generate feedback from Streetcar Motorpersons on the cab design for the future Type 10 fleet. Included in this mock-up is the operator-selected master controller from the listening sessions last summer. On Thursday of last week, President Jim Evers and Green Line…
Happy Marathon Monday! Be sure to check the MBTA website and app for updates on today’s routes and schedules. Our transit operators are dedicated to safe and efficient travel, so please do your best to support them throughout the day. #Boston128 #BostonMarathon
Wishing a joyful Easter to all our members and riders who celebrate! Special shoutout to our members who are working over the holiday.
Earlier today, President Evers and the E-Board joined MA Secretary of Transportation Monica Tibbits-Nutt, MBTA GM Phil Eng, and leaders from Community Labor United and others to celebrate the passing of the T’s new low-income fare program. This program will increase transit access to many across eastern Massachusetts, and is a win for workers and…