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Today, Barn Captains from across Local 589 participated in a full-day training focused on strengthening how we represent and advocate for our members. The program covered the grievance process, arbitration, workers’ compensation, substance-use treatment resources, supplemental insurance benefits, political advocacy, and more. A well-trained, informed team of stewards ensures strong representation and better outcomes for …
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Tonight, President Jim Evers attended the State of the Commonwealth alongside labor leaders from across Massachusetts. Governor Maura Healey highlighted her administration’s success in eliminating slow zones on the MBTA and improving system reliability. Under her leadership, Local 589 has secured a strong contract, added several new job classifications, and onboarded nearly 2,000 new members. …
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Check out MBTA Red Line motorman Mike Markwarth in this New England Patriots TV ad. “We all we got. We all we need.” That message resonates with the Patriots and the men and women of Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589, who proudly keep Massachusetts—and Patriots Nation—moving every day.
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