All claims against Local S6 Chief Steward Raymond Gauthier have been dropped by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers.
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Police arrest 22 protesters outside BIW before christening of warship
The demonstrators included members of Maine Veterans for Peace and Global Network Against Weapons and Nuclear Power in Space.
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BIW’s next destroyer to be named after Coast Guard war hero
Capt. Quentin Walsh was awarded the Navy Cross for his service during World War II.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Politics
Defense spending bill could boost BIW, other Maine contractors
The measure contains $5.1 billion for three Arleigh Burke-class destroyers and now moves to the Senate floor.
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Federal watchdog flags issues with high-tech Zumwalt destroyers built at BIW
The Government Accountability Office again finds flaws with the over-budget program, but analysts say the blame falls on the Pentagon.
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District attorney declines to prosecute BIW protesters
Natasha Irving says prosecuting the 25 people arrested at the shipyard last month would be a misuse of resources and give them undue publicity.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Proposed pension changes alarm BIW workers
The local union advises its members to wait for clarification on whether workers still would be able to retire with full benefits after 30 years of service even if they hadn’t reached 65.
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Maine schools made changes to train students for careers at BIW, Navy chief says
At a congressional hearing, Richard Spencer cites the high school and community college programs connected to training for careers at the shipyard.
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BIW union votes no confidence in president
Mike Keenan said the 98-person vote has little impact, given that 1,300 elected him to office.
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BIW union president accuses fellow officers of misconduct
The leader of machinists union Local S6 said his secretary and chief steward have failed to execute their duties.