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Jun. 03, 2022

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Council 13 mourns loss of Lackawanna County CO

The AFSCME Council 13 family sends its deepest condolences to the family of Fred Demich, Jr., a member of AFSCME Local 2736 who passed away on May 28, 2022, due to a medical issue while on the job as a corrections officer at Lackawanna County Prison.

Council 13 mourns loss of Lackawanna County CO

Jun. 03, 2022

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Organizing Victory!

Employees of the Victims Resource Center (VRC) in northeastern Pennsylvania voted for representation with AFSCME District Council 87, including both professional and nonprofessional employees. This brings 12 new workers to AFSCME ranks. Congratulations and welcome to the AFSCME family!

Organizing Victory!

May. 25, 2022

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Governor recognizes excellent performance of AFSCME members

Every day, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is powered by thousands of AFSCME members and other hardworking individuals who deliver excellent public services while often going above and beyond in the line of duty.

Governor recognizes excellent performance of AFSCME members

May. 19, 2022

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VMOs hit the streets during 2022 Leadership Institute

AFSCME Council 13 members from all eight District Councils gathered in Harrisburg from May 16-19 for the 2022 Leadership Institute, which focused on training Volunteer Member Organizers (VMOs) in recruiting members and growing local union power.

VMOs hit the streets during 2022 Leadership Institute

May. 05, 2022

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History Made: Council 13 hosts 50th Annual Convention

It was an event of reflection and celebration, as well as resolution and preparation, at the 50th Annual AFSCME Council 13 Convention in Hershey, PA, from April 29-May 1, 2022.

History Made: Council 13 hosts 50th Annual Convention