Federal court judge denies Republic’s request for injunction

A federal court judge in Boston has denied Republic s motions for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction to end a strike that has left various Massachusetts residents without trash function In a announcement Teamsters Local Union No President Tom Mari revealed Frankly I m not surprised We knew the statements made by Republic did not justify any action by the federal court As usual Republic misled the court about our conduct Maybe now Republic will come to its senses and come back to the bargaining table to resolve the strike Mari added In addition to continuing the strike in Greater Boston Local will continue extending its lines elsewhere in the country until Republic agrees to a fair and equitable contract All we want is what our members now receive from Capitol and Star The strike is now entering its third week This is a growing news story stay with NEWS on-air and online for the latest details