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Boston hotel workers rally for higher wages, announce vote to authorize strike

The efforts come as negotiations for labor contracts are under way at many hotel chains.

Amazon Prime Day is a major cause of injuries for warehouse workers, Senate review says

The report said peak shopping times — including the holiday shopping period — resulted in the “highest weekly injury rates” for warehouse workers.

Fewer Americans apply for jobless claims last week as labor market remains sturdy

Massachusetts reported 8,004 “advance” initial claims for unemployment insurance last week.

This former state employee is still fighting for his pension benefits — five years after retiring

Long delays are common in state retirement disputes. John Sorrentino, who worked for the newborn screening program for 18-plus years, has learned that firsthand.

US employers added a solid 206,000 jobs in June in a sign of continued economic strength

Last month’s job growth did mark a pullback from 218,000 in May. But it was still a strong gain, reflecting the resilience of America’s consumer-driven economy, which is slowing but still growing steadily.

‘I am extremely angry.’ Southie factory closes, leaving longtime workers in the cold.

East West Manufacturing officially shuttered its South Boston facility two weeks ago, laying off about 50 workers, many of whom are nearing retirement age.

US filings for jobless claims inch up modestly, but continuing claims rise for ninth straight week

Massachusetts reported 8,995 “advance” initial claims for unemployment insurance last week.

US job openings rise to 8.1 million despite higher interest rates

The US economy and job market have been remarkably resilient in the face of the Federal Reserve’s campaign to raise interest rates to rein in inflation.