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Boston Globe | By Abby Patkin | March 28, 2023 A Green Line train emerges from the subterranean belly of Kenmore Station, loaded with passengers as it chugs along the Boston College branch at evening rush hour. Operator Wali Holly’s voice crackles over the intercom, giving the usual reminder to request above-ground stops. Then he adds …
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ATTENTION ALL BUS AND SUBWAY OPERATORS: All heavy rail districts and the Green Line are seeking operators to sign up for overtime (OT) to provide extra service on Sunday, March 19, 2023, for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. 🍀🚃🚞 🚌Bus operators are encouraged to sign up for shuttle overtime on Sunday as well. Please help us …
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Quick thinking and action can prevent tragedy. A brave team of Local 589 members, including two Green Line operators and four Reservoir carhouse repairers, recently showed how our union’s training and dedication saved a woman’s life. When a young woman fell between two train cars, Green Line operators Ashley Torres and Francisco Lazarre immediately hit …
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