Dear Union Brothers & Sisters, Just wanted to take a moment to recognize ANOTHER outstanding job done by Local 589/MBTA employees in regards to the problems this morning on the Redline.
Click here to see an ad that is going in tomorrow’s edition of the Boston Metro about how the safety record of MBTA bus drivers continues to improve year after year.
Today, Sister Pauline Sims was awarded a Commendation from MBTA Police Chief Paul MacMillian for her actions in stopping the robbery of a blind man. In the commendation, the Chief said, “The quick actions shown by CSA Pauline Sims personify her dedication and loyalty to the MBTA. Her quick and effective actions resulted in
Boston Carmen’s Union President John Lee was making the rounds at the State House today to push for legislation to restore health care collective bargaining rights for Local 589 members. President Lee was talking with Representatives and Senators about House Bill 3412 and House Docket 3199. Brother Lee explained that under the current law MBTA
Location: Boston Teachers Union Hall, 180 Mount Vernon Street, Dorchester, MA When: Tuesday, June 6, 2011 What time: The morning session will start at 10:00 A.M. The evening session will start at 8:00 P.M.
This past Wednesday one of our union sisters was sexually assaulted by a Medford man, Michael Hutt, as she tried to help him with his Charlie Card. Thankfully, Hutt was arrested and charged with indecent assault and battery and assault and battery on a public employee. However, the incident speaks to the difficult job that…
With less than a month on the job, MBTA bus driver and Union Sister, Sharina Byrd showed courage, professionalism and concern for her passengers under the most extreme conditions. On Tuesday night, as she was driving her 86 bus down Chestnut Hill Avenue when a man reached in front of her and pushed the steering…
Assistant Secretary Peggy LaPaglia, who coordinated the scholarship program, awarded the following winners with scholarships for $1,000 at the annual Mass. AFL-CIO Scholarship Dinner: Matthew Crowley – His sponsor is Frank Crowley who works at Cabot Shops. Marc McDonald – His sponsor is Joseph McDonald who works on the Red Line.
Where: Boston Teachers Union Hall, 180 Mount Vernon Street, Dorchester, MA When: Tuesday, May 17, 2011 Notes: The regular order of business will be transacted. The morning session will start at 10:00 A.M. The evening session will start at 8:00 P.M.
Union Sister Pauline Sims, an MBTA customer service agent, was recently recognized in the news for stopping the robbery of a blind ‘T’ performer named George Leh at the Arlington ‘T’ Station. Not only did Pauline stop the robbery in progress, she radioed ‘T’ police, ran after the suspect and helped ‘T’ police make the…
Where: George Wright Golf Course, 420 West Street, Hyde Park When: Friday, August 5, 2011 – Shotgun Start 8:00 a.m. Awards Ceremony and Texas Style Barbeque immediately following the tournament with BBQ Chicken, Steak Tips,
WHEN: Monday, April 25, 2011 & Friday April 29, 2011 WHERE: State House, Boston TIME: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm The purpose of this rally is for you to lobby your state senator and state representative, and to ask them to support “Bills” that protect your unions right to Collectively Bargain.
Union Attorney Paul Hynes briefs members on lawsuit decision made by Judge Linda E. Giles and the Union’s ability to appeal the ruling. Click here for full decision Click here for article in the Boston Globe regarding the issue.
Dear Brothers and Sisters of the 10th Middlesex District: The Membership of the Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589 has endorsed the candidacy of John Lawn for State Representative of 10th Middlesex District. The Carmen’s Union feels
Dear Brothers and Sisters: The following people have been awarded the 2011 Boston Carmen’s Union Scholarships for $1,000.00. We would like to offer our congratulations on the dedication and hard work that they have exhibited throughout their high school years and we wish them the very best in their college pursuits.