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Saco Firefighters Launch the First “Public Employee” Strike in Maine

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Shredding of V.A. Employees' Union Contract Harms Veterans

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AFL-CIO’s “It’s Better in Union” Bus Tour to Stop in Brewer and Jay Aug. 26-27

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Overworked Madawaska Mill Workers (USW) Prepare for Battle

PHOTO: Josh Bernier, President of USW 1247

26, Aug, 2022

Maine Med Nurses Overwhelmingly Vote “Yes!” to Stay Union

Once again, Maine Medical Center nurses in Portland

26, Aug, 2022

Labor Day Events in Brewer, Winslow & Portland

Another Labor Day is nearly upon us and it's time to celebrate the true meaning of the holiday by renewing our pledges to fight for dignity, fair wages and the freedom to join a union. Please join us in the spirit of solidarity at Labor Day events in Portland, Winslow and Brewer!

25, Aug, 2022

Portland Starbucks Workers File to Form Union

Workers at the Starbucks on Middle Street in Portland have filed to become the second unionized Starbucks in Maine.

18, Aug, 2022

Portland Transit Workers (ATU 714) Win Double Digit Wage Increases

Portland Metro Bus Operators, maintenance, and mechanics with the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 714 voted 37-9 to ratify a new one-year contract extension this week that includes substantial wage increases, pending approval by the Greater Portland Transit District Board of Directors on August 2

18, Aug, 2022

A Union Job with a Great View: IATSE 114 Members Set the Stage for 38 Special Rockfest in Rangeley

Earlier this month, stage hands with IATSE Local 114 headed up to Rangeley for the weekend to set up the show for the popular '80s rock band 38 Special. The Marshall Tucker Band was also scheduled to play but had to cancel at the last minute due to a COVID infection.

18, Aug, 2022