Governor Cuomo Announces Hickey Freeman Tailored Clothings To Add Up To 80 Jobs at Historic Rochester Locations
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the parent company of world-renowned clothier Hickey Freeman, Luxury Men’s Apparel Group, has committed to creating up to 80 new jobs over the next three years. By stabilizing operations and improving efficiencies at the historic factory in the City of Rochester, the company will not only create new jobs, but also retain its current 420 positions to further supporting anti-poverty efforts in Monroe County. Gary Bonadonna Jr., Manager of the Rochester Regional Joint Board, Workers United said, “I applaud ESD for supporting Hickey Freeman. This is not just another factory, and this is not just another job. This is an iconic business with a strong labor union representing its employees. Our Union and Hickey Freeman have 100+ years of history and is the finest example of a true labor-management partnership. This support will help to ensure the job security of 400 union members and adding more in the near future. Hickey Freeman workers have committed their lives to this factory and take tremendous pride in their craft and making the best men’s suits in the country. This is an incredible day for Workers United and Hickey Freeman.” For more information about Hickey Freeman, go to: https://www.governor.ny.gov/…/governor-cuomo-announces-hick…
Rochester Regional Joint Board Hosts Pulitzer Prize Winning Author David Cay Johnston
On Saturday, April 28, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, David Cay Johnston, gave a talk at the Rochester Regional Joint Board Union Building. Johnston covered topics included in his recently published book, “It’s Even Worse Than You Think: What the Trump Administration is Doing to America”. The talk was sponsored by the Education Committee, Rochester Labor Council, AFL-CIO; the Cornell-ILR Extension Labor Program; and the Pettengill Labor Education Fund.
Sidney Hillman Health Center, RRJB, and Members Raise over $8,407
On Saturday, April 14 the Sidney Hillman Health Center, Rochester Regional Joint Board, and our members raised over $3,407 for the American Heart Association Heart Walk and Run, crushing last years total! With our corporate donation, the total raised was over $8,407. Even with the cold, wet, and windy weather, many of our members came out to participate and support the drive. Congrats everyone! Here’s video of some of the day’s activities:
Rep. Louise Slaughter
The Rochester Regional Joint Board of Workers United is saddened by the news of New York State Congresswoman, Louise Slaughter’s passing. She was a dear friend and a fierce advocate for organized labor. She will be greatly missed.
Staff Make Donations to Hillside
Each year the staff at Rochester Regional Joint Board and the Sidney Hillman Health Center collect toys for Hillside Children Center. Hillside serves over 4,000 children in our community and these presents are used to make children’s holidays a little brighter. Some children are separated from their families for various reasons and are residing at a Hillside facility, others are with family but may be experiencing difficulties through this season and are using the resources that Hillside provides to help them. Hillside tries to give each child a reason to celebrate in spite of difficult circumstances by giving them a few gifts. Sidney Hillman and RRJB have been a consistent donor to this cause and this year was by far the largest contribution. Outstanding!
Rochester Regional Joint Board Celebrates 50 Years on East Avenue
The Rochester Regional Joint Board (RRJB) and the Sidney Hillman Health Center (SHHC) will be celebrating 50 years at their building at 750 East Avenue on Friday, October 13. The event will start at 3:30 PM with a reception immediately following. All members of the union family are invited. The ceremony will be held at the front lawn and entrance of the building and speakers will include New York State Assembly Leader Joseph Morelle, New York State Senator Joseph Robach, New York State Assembly Member Harry Bronson, renowned Labor Attorney Michael Harren, former Chairman of Hickey-Freeman Walter B. D. “Duffy” Hickey, Jr., and Workers United International President, Lynne Fox. The manager of RRJB, Gary Bonadonna, Jr., will host the proceedings. SaveSave SaveSave
Area Barbers to Hold “Cut the Violence” Event to Benefit the Pirate Toy Foundation
HELP PROMOTE PEACE! Please join Willie J. Lightfoot – Founder, Cut the Violence, Ernest Flagler – Monroe County Legislator, and Andre – Andre’s Barbershop for the 33rd CUT THE VIOLENCE EVENT Monday, July 17, 2017 4:00 – 8:00 PM Andre’s Barbershop 881 Portland Avenue Rochester, New York 14621 Professional Barbers will provide FREE haircuts to kids ages 10 – 17 and host a FREE toy giveaway by The Pirate Toy Foundation. Children MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information please call 585-478-4603 SaveSave SaveSave
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