The IBEW and CWA in New England, New York, and Mid-Atlantic have reached an agreement in principle with Verizon to extend the current contract until 2026, subject to review of the final MOU and ratification by the membership. Details will be forthcoming, however, the new agreement will include provisions for Work at Home. A meeting […]
***Important Update*** Early Contract negotiations between Verizon and the IBEW and CWA unions are ongoing. Both sides have agreed to an information blackout while discussions are fluid. Because no final agreement has been reached, the unions and the company have agreed to extend the temporary Work at Home until July 16th. Detailed information about any […]
Join us in honoring one of our own, Robert Doherty! Robert was awarded the “Verizon Hero Award” for his help involving a motor vehicle accident where his actions helped save a young child. It is important to note that this honor is not something that is awarded to someone every year, it is a very […]
In October, Verizon advised the union the company would require employees to be vaccinated. All IBEW and CWA union locals across the footprint demanded to bargain any such requirement, and began negotiations on October 28th. Verizon initially relied upon the Presidential Executive Order (“PEO”) (Executive Order 14042, issued September 9, 2021) and the subsequent Safer […]
RIP, Brother Patrick F. Lynch, age 51, of Lynn, passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. He was the beloved son of Francis P. and Marcia A. (King) Lynch. A lifelong Lynn resident, he was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School, class of 1989. Pat worked as a supply attendant for Verizon for 25 […]