Laborers Fight Back

06/23/2026

Congratulations to Local 79 President Wendy Webb on being honored by Nontraditional Employment for Women at the 2026 NEW Equity Leadership Awards Luncheon where she was pictured with NEW President Leah Rambo and Department of Labor Commisioner Roberta Reardon.

06/23/2026

"A local union is giving New York City residents the opportunity to earn money while training for a career"

NEW YORK (PIX11) – A local union is giving New York City residents the opportunity to earn money while training for a career that can pay over $90,000 per year. The Joint Apprenticeship and Trainin…

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

Congratulations to Local 79's newest Shop Steward 2.0s for finishing our first class for Spanish speakers!

¡Felicitaciones a los nuevos delegados sindicales «Shop Steward 2.0» del Local 79 por completar nuestro primer curso para hispanohablantes!

06/22/2026

"On top of housing, Monitor Point would also create union jobs that can change lives — something I have experienced myself. When I joined Laborers’ Local 79 through the apprenticeship program, I entered a pathway to a middle-class career, steady income and healthcare for my family. It gave me dignity and stability — things that too many people in my community are still struggling to find. Projects like Monitor Point create those opportunities."
Local 79 Member Francisco Zarate shares why he supports new affordable housing at the Monitor Point project.

A Williamsburg native backs Monitor Point, saying it would create affordable housing and union jobs while helping families stay in Brooklyn.

06/21/2026

Happy Fathers Day from Local 79!