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Local 589 Women’s Caucus Sworn In

Over the weekend, members of the newly established Boston Carmen’s Union, Local 589 Women’s Caucus attended the 40th Annual ATU International Women’s Conference in Niagara Falls, New York. Supported by Local 589 President Jim Evers and the Executive Board, the Local 589 Women’s Caucus was officially sworn in by International Women’s Caucus Chair Jackie Jeter …

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Happy Father’s Day

Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers and father figures of Local 589. Thank you for your dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to your families, our riders, and our union. Enjoy your day! #Local589 #FathersDay

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Local 589 Calls for Swift Arrest of Man Charged with Assaulting Female MBTA Operator

The Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589 is calling for the immediate apprehension of a Jamaica Plain man who failed to appear in court today on charges stemming from the alleged assault of a female MBTA operator. Michael Vandenbroeke, 41, was scheduled to appear in Boston Municipal Court but did not attend the hearing. He faces …

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