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Machinists Prevail in NWA Bankruptcy Case The Machinists Union scored a major bankruptcy court victory this week when Judge Allan Gropper ruled that IAM members at Northwest Airlines (NWA) are entitled to Series C claims against the bankrupt carrier worth $212 million. The ruling confirms an earlier state court judgment over the carrier’s refusal to
Read moreFallen Members Remembered at Winpisinger Center More than 100 people gathered at the William W. Winpisinger Center for a service honoring IAM members whose lives were lost to workplace accidents, injuries or illness. “As we remember those who have died,” said Transportation GVP Robert Roach, Jr. in addressing the group, “let us honor them by
Read moreMay US Sister of the Month Linda Carter Linda Carter has been an IAM member of Local Lodge 1689 for 18+ years. Thirteen years ago she was asked to fill the then vacant Recording Secretary position and has been active ever since. She served as Recording Secretary for 7 years then was elected 6 years
Read moreHartford Goes Green with Hydrogen Fuel Bus Commuters in Hartford, CT are enjoying the first hybrid electric fuel-cell bus in New England, built by Local 1746/District 26 members working at UTC Power in South Windsor. Fuel cell technology combines hydrogen with oxygen to produce electricity without creating clouds of exhaust. Development of the quiet, clean
Read morePresidential Candidates to Join ‘Day of Action’ New York Senator Hillary Clinton, Delaware Senator Joe Biden and Ohio Rep. Dennis Kucinich will address the Transportation Department’s 2007 ‘Day of Action’ rally in Washington, D.C., on May 17, 2007. The rally is aimed at highlighting the sacrifices and contributions of transportation workers worldwide. “Our goal is
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