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Trash strike enters third week, hearing to be held in court as garbage continues to pile up

As the Republic Services trash strike continues into its third week, six communities in Massachusetts are seeking a court ...
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A Mass. mayor explains why his city is suing as the garbage strike carries on

Last week, six cities and towns in Greater Boston sued Republic Services over uncollected trash. Gloucester Mayor Greg Verga ...

‘Beyond a headache’: Gov. Healey calls for end to trash strike that’s paralyzed these Mass. towns

The work stoppage pitting Republic Services against the Teamsters has gone from a headache to a public health risk, Gov.

6 Massachusetts communities ask judge for injunctive relief as trash collectors' strike continues

One mayor said his city will also take financial action against Republic Services because of the weekslong labor dispute.

Trash collection strike continues in Massachusetts as walkouts spread across country

The Teamsters union said it had picket lines up at Republic Services locations in San Diego, Los Angeles, and Seattle. Other ...

Ongoing trash strike draws pressure from officials as communities struggle with waste build-up

State leaders urge Republic Services to finalize contract with striking Teamsters as uncollected garbage piles up in ...

Trash strike: Both sides trade blame as dumpsters overflow and officials demand action

Negotiations between Republic Services and Teamsters broke down late last week. Talks are set to resume Tuesday, but the ...

Healey urges trash company to reach deal with striking union

Governor Maura Healey weighed in on the weekslong strike thwarting trash pickup in at least 14 Greater Boston communities on ...