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As part of the UAW’s contract agreement with the Big 3 automakers, autoworkers have strategically set their contract to expire on May 1, 2028, International Workers’ Day.

In the past several weeks, we’ve covered the first successful union drive at Bath Iron Works and the wildcat strikes that followed at the height of World War II. Initially we were going to cover the victory of workers in the South Portland shipyards in organizing with the CIO this week.

It’s that time of year! No matter what you celebrate or how, we know many of you are looking for that perfect gift for your friends and family.

The Western Maine Labor Council has approved the purchase of the USW Local 14 union hall in Jay from Local 14 retirees. Once it is purchased, the hall will be the permanent headquarters of the Western Maine Labor Council and a center for labor history and learning.

PHOTO: Two of the seven Bath Iron Works destroyers transferred to the Royal Navy in the Destroyers for Bases Agreement. The outboard ship made the St. Nazaire Raid. Photo by C.J. Ware, Royal Navy official photographer.

Twelve workers at Rumford Power in Rumford are now members of the