IMPORTANT: New Unemployment Claim Instructions
Brothers and Sisters, The Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) just launched a new online system for filing claims. Click here to access the form and instructions.If you open a new [...]
Local 17 Honors the Memory of Brother George “Rocky” Shores
Sheet Metal Workers Local 17 is proud to honor the memory of Brother George L. "Rocky" Shores, recognized with a new sign in Weymouth for his U.S. Navy service [...]
Protected: Special Order of Business: Fund Reports Meeting Set for October 6
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General Election Volunteer Opportunities
Brothers and Sisters,In September, labor-endorsed candidates won 26 of their 30 primary races. That happened because union members showed up, knocked doors, and talked to their neighbors.Election Day is Tuesday, [...]
Door Prize Winners: Apple Picking Family Outing
Thank you to everyone who came out to our Apple Picking Family Outing on September 19th! Congratulations to our door prize winners: Grand Prize – iPad Waylon Krueger Local 17 [...]
Local 17 Families Come Together for Second Annual Apple Picking Outing
SMW Local 17 members and their families returned to the orchard this September for our second annual Apple Picking Family Outing. Kids ran between the trees while members caught [...]
New Merch Alert: Heavyweight Bayside Hoodies Now Available
Local 17 has new gear in stock! These heavyweight Bayside hoodies are Made in the USA and available now for $45 each, in sizes S-2XL. Stop by the Union [...]
Standing Behind the Representatives Who Stood Behind Us
This September 1, several of our strongest allies in the Massachusetts House are facing serious primary challengers. These are Representatives who didn't just vote with us. They showed up when [...]
IMPORTANT: New Licensing Systems Launches May 18
Brothers and Sisters, The Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure (DOL) is launching a new online licensing platform called eLIPSE on Monday, May 18, 2026, for the Board of Examiners of [...]
Exclusive benefits for SMART members
Brothers and Sisters, Being a SMART member means more than solidarity on the job site. Your hard work entitles you to real savings for you and your family every single [...]
Hot off the press: Winter 2026 SMART-NERC Newsletter!
Brothers and Sisters, The Winter 2026 edition of the SMART-NERC newsletter is here! The latest edition is packed with stories that celebrate our union’s strength, milestones, and the people who [...]
Historic Streetcars, Modern Craft: Senator Driscoll Tours Everett MBTA Shop
Historic work in action! Massachusetts State Senator William Driscoll Jr. (Norfolk/Plymouth/Bristol) visited our Everett MBTA shop on Monday, March 23, to see our team refurbishing and rebuilding Mattapan PCC streetcars—originally [...]
Local 17 Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day
Sheet Metal Workers Local 17 was proud to take part in this year’s South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade, joining thousands in a day filled with tradition, pride, and [...]
