District Press Conference August 4th

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Local 1746a Press Conference August 4th

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Local 1746a July 24th Press Conference Photos.

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CT Media Reporting on Jobs Fight!

Local 1746a was able to get its story out concerning Pratt and Whtiney's announcement that it is considering closing the Cheshire Engine Center. Up to 150 members of Local 1746A were present during the July 24th press conference that was held in Kensington. Following the Union leaderships briefing to the press, our members were able to provide personal insights concerning Pratt and Whitney's announcement. Media comments included bylines noting the level of solidarity coming out of Local 1746a on this critical issue.

Letter from Representative Chris Murphy

http://www.chrismurphy.house.gov/images/stories/pratt_cheshire_facility_letter.pdf

Links to recent news coverage

Fox 61 "The Real Story" Clink on link and scroll to the bottom of the page and look for "Pratt Cutbacks"

http://www.wtnh.com/dpp/news/business/news_wtnh_pratt_employees_surprised_of_closing_200907242209

http://www.wtnh.com/dpp/news/business/news_wtnh_cheshire_pratt_close_cheshire_facility_200907211215

WFSB

For the links below, you will have to search "Pratt and Whitney". This should bring you to various news links with some pertaining to our fight to preserve jobs.

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