MI postal union speaking out against proposed USPS cuts
https://www.publicnewsservice.org/2024-12-19/consumer/mi-postal-union-speaking-out-against-proposed-mail-slowdown/a94188-1Thursday, December 19, 2024Protecting ServiceU.S. Mail is Not for Sale!As Michiganders mail their Christmas cards and gifts, postal union members warn that proposed changes could slow mail delivery. The plan to cut costs in the Postal Service includes ending evening pickups in remote regions, holding some mail overnight before processing, and reducing transportation frequency, potentially causing widespread delays – especially in rural communities.
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Michigan fire fighters help grant little girl’s Christmas wish for terminally ill dog
A 4-year-old girl in Romulus, Michigan, received a magical visit from Santa Claus, who arrived on a fire truck bringing holiday cheer for her 16-year-old dog, Bella.
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Les pompiers du Michigan aident à exaucer le souhait de Noël d’une petite fille pour un chien en phase terminale
Une fillette de 4 ans à Romulus, dans le Michigan, a reçu une visite magique du Père Noël, qui est arrivé à bord d’un camion de pompiers apportant la joie des Fêtes pour son chien de 16 ans, Bella.
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IAM Union Local 1343 Members Raised $22,000 Over the Past Decade for Toys For Tots
Sometimes, the spirit of giving is contagious, especially at Christmas. At IAM Local 1343, it all started with the goodwill of co-workers in the Shreveport diesel shop, shared for as long as anyone can remember. This Toys For Tots campaign began in 2014 and now celebrates a decade of selfless giving to needy families. Ty
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Bigfoot Teamsters Vow to Keep Fighting as Company Threatens Workers’ Healthcare
(EUGENE, Ore.) – With less than two weeks until their health care benefits expire, members of Teamsters Local 324 at Bigfoot Beverages are vowing to continue to stay on picket lines during an unfair labor practice strike the company initiated three months ago when it tried to gut the workers’ pensions. “For a company to […]
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Teamsters at Sysco Houston Authorize Strike
(HOUSTON) – Over 430 drivers, warehouse workers, and mechanics represented by Teamsters Local 988 have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike after Sysco failed to present an acceptable contract offer. “Nothing our members are demanding is unreasonable,” said Robert Mele, President of Local 988. “These workers want what everyone in this country deserves: fair wages, […]
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Teamsters Launch Largest Strike Against Amazon in American History
(WASHINGTON) – The Teamsters will launch the largest strike against Amazon in U.S. history beginning at 6 a.m. EST on Thurs., Dec. 19. The nationwide action follows Amazon’s repeated refusal to follow the law and bargain with the thousands of Amazon workers who organized with the Teamsters. “If your package is delayed during the holidays, […]
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DFA Workers in Le Mars Join Teamsters
(LE MARS, Iowa) – Workers at Kemps, a subsidiary of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), have voted overwhelmingly to join Teamsters Local 554. The 200 production workers, warehouse workers, and drivers are responsible for producing milk products and cottage cheese. “The Teamsters are the only union that can get these hardworking men and women the […]
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Amazon Teamsters Authorize Strike in San Francisco
(SAN FRANCISCO) – Teamsters at the DCK6 Amazon facility in San Francisco have voted to authorize a strike in their fight for union recognition and a fair contract. “Amazon’s greed knows no bounds. They refuse to recognize the union and continue to break the law,” said Teamsters General President Sean M. O’Brien. “If Amazon wants […]
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Amazon Teamsters Unanimously Authorize Strike in Atlanta
(ATLANTA) – Amazon Teamsters at the DGT8 facility in Atlanta have voted unanimously to authorize a strike after the corporate giant refused to recognize their union and begin negotiations for a first contract. “If Amazon Teamsters are forced onto the picket line, it’s because the company has failed its workforce,” said Teamsters General President Sean […]
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