Veteran campaigner for paid family leave takes reins at Boston chapter
December 10, 2021
Simmonds elected president of the Boston Water and Sewer Commission chapter as she and other leaders negotiate a new contract.
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UMass Lowell's win caps Local 888’s renewal of hockey event for members
December 8, 2021
An annual tradition gets back into play after being sidelined last year due to the pandemic.
Rally puts media focus on Dorchester school where principal was assaulted
November 29, 2021
On behalf of its members, Local 888 demands a comprehensive safety plan for the Boston Public Schools after a principal is assaulted.
Emerson series features LGBTQ cartoonists in ‘No Straight Lines’
November 22, 2021
Local 888 is a co-sponsor of Emerson College’s ‘Bright Lights Film Series,” which is in the middle of a fall season featuring social justice themes.
Moments of Silence
November 22, 2021
The officers and staff of Local 888 extend our deepest sympathies to the families.
Boston offers heating aid to 888 members
November 22, 2021
The fuel assistance program is now open to city of Boston employees who live in Boston and are Local 888 members.
Hockey Night set for UMass Lowell
November 20, 2021
Local 888 puts annual members event back into lineup.
Local 888 lands in media spotlight over Mass. and Cass tent city
November 20, 2021
Board member Fadel leads negotiation team in contract talks with Boston health agency.
Ex-Local 888 member Hicks, other union-backed candidates prep for next council session
November 18, 2021
Union racks up an impressive number of Boston victories on Election Day.
Yarmouth’s Fogarty talks up union power at member event
November 15, 2021
Longtime Yarmouth chapter leader speaks on the advantages of having a union — and the importance of being an active member.
Local 888 member Robinson triumphs in historic Lowell City Council election
November 3, 2021
Robinson says the skills he learned as a union leader provide a template for campaigning in and serving the Centralville district.
Honoring his 42 years of service
October 22, 2021
Steve Griffin has retired from the Planning and Engineering Department of the Boston Public Schools.
Moments of Silence
October 22, 2021
The officers and staff of Local 888 extend our deepest sympathies to the families.
'Bright Lights Film Series' spotlights social justice
October 22, 2021
Local 888 is a co-sponsor of Emerson College’s ‘Bright Lights Film Series,' which is presenting a fall lineup focused on social justice.
Local 888 leader in race for Haverhill City Council
October 22, 2021
Local 888 Executive Board member Fred Simmons, a longtime advocate for affordable housing, is running for Haverhill City Council.
Pleas-Heron takes on role of treasurer for SEIU’s African-American Caucus
October 20, 2021
Lorna Pleas-Heron, a newly elected Local 888 trustee, moves up to treasurer of SEIU’s African-American Caucus (AFRAM).
Local 888 backing Essaibi George for mayor of Boston
October 20, 2021
City Council veteran praised for being in the forefront of Boston's efforts to deal with the challenges of the opioid epidemic, homelessness and unmet mental health needs.
Ex-Local 888 member Hicks forges ahead as City Council races heat up
October 20, 2021
Former Local 888 member Kendra Hicks has a good shot at winning a City Council race in District 6. She is one of the Boston candidates endorsed by Local 888.
