by SMW17 | Oct 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
We deserve elected leaders who’ll fight for us in Washington. That’s why we’re proud to stand in support of labor champion Sara Gideon for U.S. Senate in Maine. She’s spent her career defending labor rights, and she’ll continue to...
by SMW17 | Jul 22, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
We need to elect leaders who will stand with us to keep our Union strong. It’s on all of us to do our part and vote to elect candidates who’ll defend our unions, and protect our jobs and families. Get all the details on registration and mail-in/absentee ballots...
by SMW17 | Jun 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
It’s not every day that we meet a centenarian. This weekend though, we surprised our Brother Pellegrino “Pelly” Tulimieri with a special parade for his 100th birthday. Pelly’s been a member of Local 17 for 73 years and defended our country...
by SMW17 | Jun 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
Brothers and Sisters, This is a reminder that Rhode Island Members will vote on a new contract today, Thursday, June 4, 2020 from 3-6 PM. This week, we worked hard to negotiate a new contract with our SMACNA contractors in Rhode Island. Our contractors have offered...
by SMW17 | May 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
During these tough times, we’re stepping up to support our communities. In a matter of few weeks, Local 17 members converted the Rhode Island Convention Center from the state’s largest event venue into a COVID-19 field hospital. The now-complete triage...
by SMW17 | Apr 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
We’re remembering former President, Executive Board Member, and Business Agent Charlie Geary, who passed away two years ago today. Charlie was a dedicated member of the Local 17 and a friend to all.
