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Port Union Agrees to Suspend Strike
10/03/24 - Teamsters Local 355
Oct. 3, 2024 | STRIKES | The International Longshoremen’s Association agreed on Thursday to suspend a strike that closed down major ports on the East and Gulf Coasts. The move followed an improved wage offer from port employers.
Port Union Agrees to Suspend Strike
10/03/24 - Teamsters Local 992
Oct. 3, 2024 | STRIKES | The International Longshoremen’s Association agreed on Thursday to suspend a strike that closed down major ports on the East and Gulf Coasts. The move followed an improved wage offer from port employers.
OCTOBER UNION MEEETING
10/03/24 - APWU Cleveland Area Local
Union Meeting Tuesday, October 8th 5:30pm Union Hall 3829 Carnegie Ave Cleveland Oh 44115 Members Only!!!!  Parking alongside Union Hall, in front of Hardware and across the street at Florist (unless otherwise noted) Interpreters for the hearing impaired  Browns Raffle!!!!
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
10/03/24 - APWU Cleveland Area Local
Thursday, October 10th Members WEAR PINK  Those who wear pink will receive a GIFT BAG! (while supplies last) Members at STATIONS, take a picture in your PINK and email SDeniceTravis_APWU@aol.com (including your name and station you work at) to receive your gift bag.
2nd Annual Halloween Party
10/03/24 - APWU Cleveland Area Local
2nd Annual Halloween Party  For members and their little guest Wednesday, October 30th 5:00-8:00pm UNION HALL 3829 Carnegie Ave Cleveland Oh 44115 ***PRIZES FOR BEST COSTUMES***
Presidential Endorsement
10/03/24 - APWU Cleveland Area Local
William H Burrus Cleveland Area Local 72 made a unanimous vote to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Presidential Candidate at the September Union Meeting.  "I will always stand with workers, because when unions are strong, the middle class is strong. And when the middle class is strong, America is strong.
Day of Action - Philadelphia
10/03/24 - CWA Local 1103
Our next Day of Action in Philadelphia will be Saturday, October 26, 2024.  Just like our last labor walk, we are working with District 2-13 and the AFL-CIO in Pennsylvania and will remind union voters to come out and vote for Harris/Walz. The exact location in Philly still needs to be determined - the AFL will let us know where they need us.
Kristopher Robinson Go Fund me
10/03/24 - IBEW Local 100
Brother Kristopher Robinson's wife tragically passed away on September 27th 2024. Kris has 2 young children ages 3 years old and 6 months old. any help for him and his family during these difficult times would be greatly appreciated, even if you are unable to donate, please share the link.   Marcy was so much fun to be around. She lit up every room she entered.
NLRB Doubles Down: Amazon is a Joint Employer
10/02/24 - Teamsters Local 355
Oct. 2, 2024 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | The National Labor Relations Board Region 31 (NLRB) issued a formal complaint against Amazon affirming that the company is a joint employer of its Delivery Service Partner (DSP) drivers and has a legal duty to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters Union.
Worcester Shooting Today
10/02/24 - IBEW local 2325
Earlier today members of our local were caught up in a harrowing ordeal between the Worcester police and an active shooter. We are more than relieved to say all of our members made it out unscathed, but understandably shook up. We'd like to thank the Worcester police for their quick response and unwavering professionalism when it comes to the protection of our citizens.
CONTRACT INFO
10/02/24 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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UFCW Child Care Grant!
10/02/24 - UFCW Local 1473
Please see links for details about this program!
2024 CONTRACT UPDATE
10/02/24 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
APWU and USPS ‘Stop The Clock’ to Continue Bargaining Posted on September 21, 2024 September 21, 2024 The Collective Bargaining Agreement (union contract) between the American Postal Workers Union and the United States Postal Service covers the wages, hours, and working conditions of 200,000 postal workers.
Teamsters Organize 50,000 New Members in Less Than Three Years
10/01/24 - Teamsters Local 492
Record Number of Workers Join North America’s Strongest, Most Militant Labor Union   The International Brotherhood of Teamsters announced today the union has grown by an astounding 50,000 new members in the last two-and-a-half years, a direct result of key investments in strategic organizing under Teamsters General President Sean M.
SFMTA Division Transfer Notice & Transfer Request Form
10/01/24 - IBEW Local 6
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Maryland Becomes the First East Coast State to Adopt Worker Heat Protections
10/01/24 - Teamsters Local 355
Oct. 1, 2024 | HEALTH & SAFETY | Maryland’s newly published and adopted heat standard, which goes into effect Monday, requires all workers to have access to water, shade and rest breaks when temperatures exceed 80 degrees — joining just a handful of other states that have standards protecting workers from extreme heat.
Halloween Fun
10/01/24 - CWA 2201
Drag your bones to our "Big Halloween Skel-ebration"! It’s gonna be frightfully fun.
Maryland Becomes the First East Coast State to Adopt Worker Heat Protections
10/01/24 - Teamsters Local 992
Oct. 1, 2024 | HEALTH & SAFETY | Maryland’s newly published and adopted heat standard, which goes into effect Monday, requires all workers to have access to water, shade and rest breaks when temperatures exceed 80 degrees — joining just a handful of other states that have standards protecting workers from extreme heat.
Day of Saftey
10/01/24 - CWA Local 2222
After seven years of not having Day of Safety, Verizon has decided to reinstate Day of Safety. CWA Local 2222 officers and stewards will be leading the training with assistance from Verizon mangers. Please be prepared by bringing all PPE and make sure you bring your correct climbing boots. Thank you, please call 540-323-1265 if you have any questions or concerns.
JFK CLERICAL BIDS RESULTS SEPT 2024
09/30/24 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
THE RESULTS OF THE  SEPTEMBER 2024 CLERICAL BIDS ARE NOW POSTED SEE THE JFK BID TAB ON THE LEFT  SIDE OF THE WEBSITE  THEY GO INTO EFFECT.
SUSPICIOUS MAIL PIECES--POWDERY SUBSTANCES IN THE MAIL
09/30/24 - American Postal Workers Union National Postal Press Association
All, This is just a reminder about suspicious mail and powdery substances in the mail. The employees’ safety is paramount, and our customers’ safety is important. Please always be on the lookout and follow the protocols to the “T.
Truckers, Rails Scramble to Move Billions in Cargo Before Midnight Shutdown
09/30/24 - Teamsters Local 355
Sept. 30, 2024 | ECONOMY | Trucking companies and freight rail operators are scrambling to move billions in trade that has been arriving at the 14 ports where the largest longshoremen's union in North America is planning to strike after midnight Monday if a new contract is not reached with ports management.
American Income Life Insurance
09/30/24 - Teamsters Local 87
Local 87 has renewed the group's Accidental Death and Dismemberment policy, providing all members and retirees of Local 87 with $4,000 AD&D coverage. Letter with additional information was mailed to each member last week of September.
Truckers, Rails Scramble to Move Billions in Cargo Before Midnight Shutdown
09/30/24 - Teamsters Local 992
Sept. 30, 2024 | ECONOMY | Trucking companies and freight rail operators are scrambling to move billions in trade that has been arriving at the 14 ports where the largest longshoremen's union in North America is planning to strike after midnight Monday if a new contract is not reached with ports management.
Verizon Open Enrollment
09/30/24 - Communications Workers of America Local 1107
The 2025 Annual Open Enrollment Dates are as follows: October 8, 2024 to October 17, 2024 – (these dates are for Active employees and Retirees) This is your opportunity to review your benefits and make any changes to your benefits. Retirees are urged to make any changes during the annual enrollment period; however they continue to have “Anytime Enrollment”.
Classroom Instructor Position
09/30/24 - IBEW Local 100
Classroom Instructor Position The Fresno Electrical JATC is seeking applicants for a full time instructor position. It is recommended that all applicants have at least 5 years of Journeyman Wireman experience and have graduated from an IBEW/NECA apprenticeship.
IAM Canvassing and Door Knocking
09/30/24 - AMFA Local 32
September 28, 2024 To: Alaska Airlines AMFA Members Subject: IAM Canvassing and Door Knocking First and foremost, thank you to all of you who have come out and shown your support and loyalty to AMFA and your fellow members. As many of you have experienced, the IAM is attempting to persuade our members to sign IAM authorization cards as the Alaska/Hawaiian merger progresses.
Week Ending 09/28/2024
09/28/24 - Teamsters Local 992
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Congratulations! 25 Years of Membership
09/27/24 - District Council 4
The following District Council 4 members are celebrating 25 years of union membership this year. Please join us in congratulating all of our members on achieving this great milestone. We have also added the link if anyone is interested in receiving their membership certificate.
Dockworkers Brace for Another Shutdown at the Port of Baltimore
09/27/24 - Teamsters Local 355
Sept. 27, 2024 | JOBS | What once appeared to be an unlikely strike at East Coast ports is now inching closer to reality, threatening to put thousands of people in the Baltimore region out of work. The union representing dockworkers and a trade group of shipping companies are at an impasse over wages and the automation of work at ports. The deadline for a new deal is Monday night.
TMRP Pension Moved
09/27/24 - District Council 4
As of October 1st, TMRP Pension has moved its office location. Their new office will be located at: 2075 Foxfield Rd. Suite 201 St. Charles IL 60174 Their office phone number will remain the same.
Dockworkers Brace for Another Shutdown at the Port of Baltimore
09/27/24 - Teamsters Local 992
Sept. 27, 2024 | JOBS | What once appeared to be an unlikely strike at East Coast ports is now inching closer to reality, threatening to put thousands of people in the Baltimore region out of work. The union representing dockworkers and a trade group of shipping companies are at an impasse over wages and the automation of work at ports. The deadline for a new deal is Monday night.
ALASKA & HAWAIIAN MERGER PROCESS
09/27/24 - AMFA Local 32
ALASKA & HAWAIIAN MERGER PROCESS September 26, 2024 This document provides a short synopsis of future steps in the merger process that will affect the working lives of our members.
Steelworkers Lose Bid to Derail US Steel Sale to Nippon
09/26/24 - Teamsters Local 355
Sept. 26, 2024 | ARBITRATION | An arbitration board has ruled that U.S. Steel may proceed with its proposed acquisition by Nippon Steel, a deal that faces strong opposition from its workforce. The board, which was jointly chosen by U.S. Steel and the United Steelworkers to decide disputes between them, said Wednesday that U. S.
Steelworkers Lose Bid to Derail US Steel Sale to Nippon
09/26/24 - Teamsters Local 992
Sept. 26, 2024 | ARBITRATION | An arbitration board has ruled that U.S. Steel may proceed with its proposed acquisition by Nippon Steel, a deal that faces strong opposition from its workforce. The board, which was jointly chosen by U.S. Steel and the United Steelworkers to decide disputes between them, said Wednesday that U. S.
Teamsters Take Action!
09/26/24 - Teamsters Local 776
Teamsters Take Action - Tell your Member of Congress to Stand with Workers Against Amazon’s....
Telework Update with FSIP response
09/26/24 - National Council of Field Labor Locals
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Teamsters Local 104 Endorses Harris/Walz
09/26/24 - Teamsters Local Union No. 104
Teamsters Local 104 proudly endorses Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for President & Vice President of the United States of America.
Sabres Half Season Raffle
09/25/24 - Teamsters Local 264
WIN 2 TICKETS TO 20 SABRES HOME GAMES Section 112, Row 19, Seats 13 & 14 (Aisle) and 1 Parking Pass Tickets: 1 for $30.00 or 5 for $100.00 Tickets can be purchased at the hall or online through the links above or on our dedicated page.
US Labor Dept. Reaches Out to Employer Group Amid Possible Port Strike
09/24/24 - Teamsters Local 355
Sept. 24, 2024 | ECONOMY | The U.S. Department of Labor has reached out to the United States Maritime Alliance ahead of a threatened Oct. 1 port strike on the East Coast and Gulf of Mexico by the International Longshoremen's Association, the employer group said on Monday.
Boeing’s ‘Final’ 30% Pay Hike Offer Isn’t Good Enough, Union Says
09/24/24 - Teamsters Local 355
Sept. 24, 2024 | STRIKES | Boeing said Monday it made a “best and final offer” to striking machinists that includes bigger raises and larger bonuses, but the workers’ union said the proposal isn’t good enough and there won’t be a ratification vote before Boeing’s deadline at the end of the week.
Steelworkers Remain Adamant Against Nippon Purchase of U.S. Steel
09/24/24 - Teamsters Local 355
Sept. 24, 2024 | JOBS | United Steelworkers leaders are adamant in their opposition to the U.S. Steel purchase, as shown in both their latest statement and the private communications published this week. The Washington Post obtained a series of memos and emails that proved Nippon tried for months to win the support of United Steelworkers, with no success.
Oct 1 Rally - WE WON'T BE SILENCED!
09/24/24 - Charlotte Area Local APWU
For too long, we postal workers have been stretched thin, making miracles happen in understaffed facilities. This has taken a toll on our health, our safety, and our ability to provide the service the public deserves. The Postal Service needs to listen to and heed the overwhelming voices of postal workers on the job and at the bargaining table, as well as the needs of the American people.
US Labor Dept. Reaches Out to Employer Group Amid Possible Port Strike
09/24/24 - Teamsters Local 992
Sept. 24, 2024 | ECONOMY | The U.S. Department of Labor has reached out to the United States Maritime Alliance ahead of a threatened Oct. 1 port strike on the East Coast and Gulf of Mexico by the International Longshoremen's Association, the employer group said on Monday.
Boeing’s ‘Final’ 30% Pay Hike Offer Isn’t Good Enough, Union Says
09/24/24 - Teamsters Local 992
Sept. 24, 2024 | STRIKES | Boeing said Monday it made a “best and final offer” to striking machinists that includes bigger raises and larger bonuses, but the workers’ union said the proposal isn’t good enough and there won’t be a ratification vote before Boeing’s deadline at the end of the week.
Nominations for Offices are Now Open!
09/23/24 - Association Employees Union
Dear AEU Members, In accordance with the AEU Constitution and Bylaws, nominations are now open for the office of: Vice-President South, Chief Steward North, Secretary, Trustee North and Chief Steward HQ. All nominations must be made by a member in good standing, other than the nominee, in the designated jurisdiction.
Election of unit officers coming up
09/23/24 - Local 406 PPPWU
                  Get ready to vote, again. Hot on the heels of national and state elections, Local 406 will conduct elections of unit officers during the general meeting in December after nominations in November at the general meeting. Both will be on Zoom.
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Madison, WI 53718
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