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Carpenters Who Care
Posted OnJuly 29, 2021 by
Members Helping Members with their Fight for Sobriety Construction workers are more likely to use drugs than workers in other professions, finds a study by the Center for Drug Use and HIV/HCV Research (CDUHR) at NYU College of Global Public Health. (1) In 2017, a group of carpenters wanted to get together in…Read More
Baltimore Community Helping to Promote the MAGLEV High Speed Rail
Posted OnJuly 16, 2021 by
This week in the City of Baltimore, local residents and elected officials came together to promote the Northeast MAGLEV Superconducting High-Speed Rail project with a “Rally For Good Paying Jobs”. Excitement is building for the project that will help connect The District of Columbia to New York City with a one-hour commute time. The…Read More
Going Green with Wind Power
Posted OnJuly 13, 2021 byEast Coast Economy Set to Grow as Wind Energy Industry Expands The World is Getting Greener. We’ve heard about going Green or becoming more environmentally friendly even before the first Earth Day in 1970. While the change has been mostly gradual, our attention tends to sharpen when it impacts our lifestyle, energy…Read More
Carpenter News – Crossword Puzzle Answer Guide
Posted OnJuly 7, 2021 by
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Free Power Tools Raffle at the Pittsburgh Council Office
Posted OnJune 30, 2021 byAttention Experienced Carpenters!! Wednesday, July 14th – 6:00PM 650 Ridge Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15205 If you are an experienced and skilled carpenter take advantage of this offer just by showing up! Please note, you must be present to win tools. Qualified attendees may be offered work opportunities with the highest pay in the area, including…Read More
On Behalf of EST Sproule: Condolences to the George Family
Posted OnJune 23, 2021 by
SENT ON BEHALF OF EST WILLIAM C. SPROULE It is with a heavy heart that the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters announces the passing of our brother, Mr. Albert J. George. Albert was a 53 year member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. Albert entered the brotherhood in 1968, as a member of Hazelton Local 129…Read More
Council Representative Position Available – Send in Resume Today
Posted OnJune 22, 2021 byGreetings, We are searching for active members of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners, who are in good standing within Local Union 274 and is interested in the position of Council Representative within the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EASRCC). We are seeking aggressive, dedicated Union members committed to building the…Read More
Trade Show Representative – Send in Resume Today
Posted OnJune 21, 2021 byGreetings, We are searching for active members of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners, who are in good standing and interested in the position of Tradeshow Representative within the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EASRCC). We are seeking aggressive, dedicated Union members committed to building the ranks of our membership and…Read More
On Behalf of EST Sproule: Condolences to the Woodrum Family
Posted OnJune 21, 2021 by
SENT ON BEHALF OF EST WILLIAM C. SPROULE It is with a tremendous sadness and a heavy heart that the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters announces the passing of our brother, Mr. Edward “Woody” Woodrum. Woody was a 39 year member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. Ed entered the brotherhood in 1982, as a member of…Read More
Update Your TRAIN Vaccine Qualifications
Posted OnJune 8, 2021 by
As the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America works towards fully reopening the International Training Center, they must ensure the facility is safe for carpenters and staff to return at full capacity. To meet this requirement, any member who wishes to attend training programs at the International Training Center in Las Vegas,…Read More
Philly Flower Show 2021 Union Built
Posted OnJune 4, 2021 by
Union Carpenters Assist with Return of the Philly Flower Show As the Philadelphia Horticultural Society Philadelphia Flower Show launches its first-ever outdoor event, it was a team of local union trade show carpenters that can be thanked for making it all possible. WATCH 6 ABC News Sneak Peek With EAS Carpenters Union…Read More