Announcement
Happy National Train Day
Call Your Elected Officials On May 20
Join transit riders, workers and advocates on National Call Elected Officials Day on May 20 to call for more and better public transit, increased funding and better protection for riders and drivers. Keep the green coming for the greenest form of transportation. Millions of people in North America rely on the bus or train to…
Read MoreLocal 589 Presented with Political Activism Award
Yesterday afternoon, Local 589 President Jim Evers was presented with an award for political activism at the ATU’s legislative conference in Washington, DC. The award honors Local 589 for securing a strong contract, protecting our pensions, and for working with lawmakers on Beacon Hill and beyond to improve the quality of life for our members…
Read MoreRemembering Boston Firefighters Walsh and Kennedy
Our deepest and most heartfelt prayers are with the brave men and women of the Boston Fire Department and their families during this time of unspeakable tragedy. If you would like to help support the families and loved ones of Lieutenant Ed Walsh and Firefighter Michael Kennedy, the Boston Firefighter’s Credit Union has created a fund to…
Read MoreFundraiser for Local 589 Member – Darren McCullough
Dear union brothers and sisters, Our own Darren McCullough, Local 589 Member with 17 years of employment driving a bus for the MBTA, was recently diagnosed with stage four throat cancer and will be out of work for a minimum of six months. His wife, Jennifer, will be taking a leave of absence to take care…
Read MoreSummer 2024 Edition of Carmen’s Quarterly Now Available
Brothers and Sisters, The summer 2024 edition of Carmen’s Quarterly is now available! Click here to read all the latest updates. This edition includes a recent E-Board visit to Nubian Station and the latest information about pushing forward legislation to stop assaults on transit operators.Most importantly, as we remind you on the back cover, our membership meetings…
Read MoreHappy Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible fathers and father figures of Local 589! Today, we celebrate you and the invaluable role you play in shaping the lives of those you love. Enjoy your special day! #Local589 #FathersDay #UnionStrong
Read MoreUnion Meeting – Tuesday, March 18, 2014
The regular Meeting of the Membership will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at the Boston Teachers Union Hall, 180 Mount Vernon St., Dorchester, Massachusetts (Behind the State Police Station near Columbia Rd. and Morrissey Blvd.) accessible by the Red Line. The regular order of business will be transacted. The morning session will start…
Read MoreHonoring Juneteenth
Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, honoring freedom and resilience! Let’s remember the significance of this day in ending slavery and promoting equality. As we commemorate, let’s also recognize the crucial role of labor unions in advocating for justice and fair treatment. #Juneteenth #Freedom #Equality #LaborUnions
Read More2024 Boston Celtics championship parade
Big shoutout to our members for safely transporting fans to and from today’s 2024 Boston Celtics championship parade (as well as the games). You’re our MVPs! #CelticsParade
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