by SMW17 | Jan 11, 2021 | News
We’re proud to announce the launch of a new online member portal for all Local 17 members. Please note that our current system for dues processing by credit card, debit card, and phone payments will end on Friday, January 15. Members will have to register with...
by SMW17 | Jan 11, 2021 | News
Labor Secretary Pick Walsh Is ‘Biden-esque’ Consensus-Builder By Ben Penn Jan. 8, 2021 Boston Mayor Marty Walsh’s selection for labor secretary excites unions due to his organized labor roots, but his rise in politics demonstrates a knack for finding common ground...
by SMW17 | Dec 24, 2020 | News
Local 17 members outfitted the historic Strand Theatre in Dorchester with high-quality air filtration systems this week. These upgrades will help protect visitors from airborne contaminants like COVID-19. We’re proud of all our members who continue to answer the...
by SMW17 | Dec 4, 2020 | News
The Fall 2020 edition of the Local 17 newsletter is available online now. Read about our recent election victories, key pro-worker legislation, and our project building a new, state-of-the-art high school for students in East Providence. Be sure to check your mailbox...
by SMW17 | Nov 25, 2020 | News
Brothers and Sisters, On behalf of all of us at Sheet Metal Workers Local 17, Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families. This holiday, please protect your family and your coworkers by being safe at work and at home. We know that safety is everyone’s...
by SMW17 | Nov 20, 2020 | News
When working families need help, Local 17 is always there to lend a hand. This past Saturday, our members showed up for our Brothers and Sisters in Local 26, donating $1,000 of food as part of the Greater Boston Labor Council’s Union Food Drive. I want to thank...