This past month, representatives from the Dutch Delegation visited the U.S., taking part in actions that brought attention to non-union Giant Food Stores in Carlisle, PA. During their stay, the representatives toured the R&R ShopRite in Philadelphia.  They were impressed with the clean store, friendly staff and wide selection.

December 13, 2012 -- Supervalu says that it remains in active discussions with several parties on the sale of the company in whole or in parts.

Bloomberg News reports that Supervalu is nearing the sale of Albertsons -- the part of Supervalu that owns Acme Markets -- and Save-A-Lot to the venture capital firm Cerberus.

In the final hours leading to Election Day and throughout the day, Local 1776 members completed their final "Get Out the Vote" activities. 

Listen to the President's acceptance speech.

Leading the way in preparing for the challenge presented by Hurricane Sandy in Pittston and Plains Township were the members of Local 1776 who staff the Departments of Public Works in both municipalities.

Front row, from left in Pittston: Bruce Widdick, John Whistell, John Symons and Vince Bucci, Shop Steward.  Rear, Greg Holl. Don McNulty and Joe Gallagher.