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  Union travel guide - Wikitravel
Union is located in Mason County the Olympic Peninsula region of Washington state.
Union is a picturesque community on the south shore of Hood Canal, actually a fjord and not a canal at all.
Union is a winding 16 miles south of Belfair (Washington) on Highway 106.
wikitravel.org /en/Union_(Washington)   (144 words)

  
  Union Gap, Washington - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Union Gap is a city located in Yakima County, Washington.
Union Gap was officially incorporated on November 23, 1883.
Union Gap is located at 46°33'30" North, 120°29'26" West (46.558237, -120.490566)
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Union_Gap,_Washington   (388 words)

  
 Washington, D.C. Chapter NRHS (National Railway Historical Society)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
These pages are provided as a public service by Washington, D.C. Chapter NRHS to fill a gap in information available to the general public, travelers, and historians about the station.
Washington, D.C.'s Union Station was built jointly by the Pennsylvania (PRR) and Baltimore and Ohio (BandO) Railroads on an area of swampland near the U.S. Capitol Building.
Union Station is the location where many Amtrak trains traveling outside the Northeast Corridor change from electric to diesel and vice versa.
www.dcnrhs.org /union_station   (626 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Supreme Court jumps into dispute over labor union fees in Washington state   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
The court said the union's annual offer to reduce the fees for any non-member who registers an objection to the use of fees for political purposes is sufficient.
Fewer than 5% of the 80,000 people the union represents choose not to be members, the union said.
Arguing against the appeal, the Washington union said the state law is the only one in the nation that restricts otherwise lawful union spending.
www.usatoday.com /news/washington/2006-09-26-scotus-union_x.htm?csp=34   (418 words)

  
 Supreme Court hears teachers' union case - Business - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
Because the nonunion workers are in the bargaining unit and thus represented by the union, they are charged a fee for labor negotiations that affect them.
Washington state in 1992 adopted a campaign-finance law that requires labor unions to annually ask members whether part of their union dues could be used for political purposes.
State of Washington Attorney General Robert McKenna, arguing for the nonunion workers, told the justices yesterday that it's not fair to force employees who opt out of the union to go through the annual process of requesting refunds for the portion of their dues used for political purposes.
washingtontimes.com /business/20070110-095004-1029r.htm   (545 words)

  
 Worcester, MA - Union Station/Washington Square Project
The development of Union Station and the Washington Square area is a major initiative of the City Administration.
A grand opening for the bus terminal was held on August 8, 2006, celebrating the completion of the $5.2 million project which includes five bus ports as well as service, ticketing, baggage drop-off and pick-up areas for customers utilizing intercity motorcoach service provided by Greyhound Bus Lines and Peter Pan bus lines.
The project involves the reconstruction of the Washington Square rotary and replacing it with a smaller rotary also commonly referred to as a "roundabout." The new circle is designed to improve pedestrian activity, enhance traffic flow through the intersection, and provide optimum accessibility to Union Station.
www.worcestermass.org /development/unionstation.html   (451 words)

  
 The Washington Commonwealth Federation & Washington Pension Union
The Washington Commonwealth Federation (WCF) and the Washington Pension Union (WPU) were broadly successful political organizations with tens of thousands of members and a great deal of influence.
Although neither had been founded by the Party, by the late 1930s Party members were in key positions and mostly able to control these mass organizations with their broad spectrum of activists and supporters behind initiatives, candidates, and issues that advocated a diverse reform agenda.
The Washington Pension Union was an outgrowth of the WCF.
faculty.washington.edu /gregoryj/cpproject/phipps.htm   (2878 words)

  
 Who is guilty ? Milosevic or NATO   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
Washington and Western Europe (NATO) contrived to exhaust the Soviets economically (e.g., the Afghan war and the arms race) bribed and otherwise seduced many of its officials, demeaned its ideology, and used other means to bring about the Soviets' so-called internal collapse.
Washington launched this attack because crushing Yugoslavia, and especially the passionately independent Serbs, is the key to pacifying the Balkans.
And the Balkans is the strategic southern flank of the former Soviet Union.
www.gateway2china.com /community/messages/2668.html   (4059 words)

  
 George Washington Union
This Worshipful Lodge, under the distinctive title of “George Washington N° 1”, received its exclusive Charter from the Grand Orient de France pursuant to a Covenant signed on 16 August 1977 and ratified by the General Assembly of the G:.O:.D:.F:.
George Washington N#1 was instrumental in creating several other Lodges in the U.S.A and the “ George Washington Union” was, thus, created in 1993.
In May 2000, The grand Masters of The George Washington Union and of The “ Grand Orient de France” met in Paris and signed a new Covenant that replace the one established in 1976.
www.georgewashingtonunion.org   (235 words)

  
 Union, Washington Neighborhood Lawyer
With the Washington legal advice of an attorney from Weitz and Luxenberg, you know you're represented by a law firm with the force to make your lawsuit a success and the diligence to treat you with the individualized attention you deserve.
Weitz and Luxenberg has built its reputation as the law firm to depend on for Defibrillator lawsuits, mesothelioma cancer lawsuits, slip and fall lawsuits, personal injury lawsuits, and negligence lawsuits, among the many areas of law in which we litigate.
If we are unable to help you, we may refer you to an attorney with whom we have a professional association, or to your state bar association for law-related assistance.
www.weitzlux.com /personalinjurylawyer/wa/washington/union_293450.html   (375 words)

  
 Union, D.C. Hotels Recess Negotiations (washingtonpost.com)
Bruce S. Raynor, president of the national Unite Here union, acted as lead negotiator for Local 25 yesterday, demonstrating the degree to which the union views the negotiations in Washington as part of a national battle to increase labor's leverage against nationwide hotel chains.
Union officials, as they have since the contract covering hotel workers expired Sept. 15, said members may strike if they do not get their way.
The union argues that its members are overworked and often treated badly by their bosses, and that they want stronger protections in a contract.
www.washingtonpost.com /wp-dyn/articles/A55137-2004Sep27.html   (616 words)

  
 Washington Operation Lifesaver
WASHINGTON OPERATION LIFESAVER (WAOL) is a free public service education program dedicated to preventing and reducing fatalities and injuries at highway-rail grade crossings and along railroad rights-of-way.
In Washington State there are several ways you can arrange for free presentations.
In 1972, a concerned Union Pacific Railroad employee, working with the support of many Idaho communities, established a state-wide public education program in an effort to reduce the number of crashes, injuries and fatalities occurring at highway-rail grade crossings.
www.wutc.wa.gov /waol   (705 words)

  
 Union Bay Cycling Team Website
Union Bay Cycling is a high-profile USCF bicycle racing team based in Seattle, WA.
For 2006 we are very pleased to continue our program under the title sponsorship of Wines of Washington.
Union Bay Cycling historically has been an elite-level team, focusing on very experienced riders at the highest tiers of local and national competition.
www.unionbaycycling.com   (235 words)

  
 Tenants Union of Washington State   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
The mission of the Tenants Union (TU) is to create housing justice through grassroots education, organizing and advocacy.
Founded in 1977, the Tenants Union carries on a proud legacy of empowerment based education and powerful grassroots organizing.
The Tenants Union of Washington believes that the striking amendment, introduced by Senator Honeyford, to SB 5823 that was passed out of the Senate Consumer Protection and Housing committee on Friday, February 23 seriously undermines the original intent of the bill for the following reasons: Continue Reading...
www.tenantsunion.org   (464 words)

  
 City of Union Gap, Washington!
The City of Union Gap accepts Visa and MasterCard debit and credit cards for payments of utility bills, LID's, building permits, etc. Payments can be made in person or by telephone for your convenience.
If you are planning to start a business in Union Gap, you will need a Business License.
There are beautiful parks in Union Gap that our citizens and the citizens of other communities may enjoy.
www.ci.union-gap.wa.us   (958 words)

  
 PolitInfo.com: News & Articles: Ethnic Cleansing / Crimes against Humanity in Sudan Darfur Region   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
The commander of the African Union's observer force in Darfur, Sudan, says the Sudanese government appears to be preparing a major military offensive against rebels in the region.
African Union mediators at Darfur peace talks in Nigeria are trying to have rebel groups end their boycott, after receiving assurances from Sudan's government it will stop its offensive.
African Union mediators at peace talks for Sudan's Darfur region say there has been an escalation of cease-fire violations during the past three months, and that these must stop before a comprehensive peace accord can be reached.
www.politinfo.com /articles/crimes_sudan_darfur.php   (10583 words)

  
 City of Union Gap, Washington!
The CITY OF UNION GAP, WASHINGTON is accepting applications for the position of Public Works Park Maintenance Worker (Seasonal).
Applicants must be eighteen (18) years of age or older at the time of employment; have a valid Washington State Driver's License; and have the ability to operate self propelled and push mowers and work unsupervised.
The City of Union Gap application form must be completed in full and is available at Union Gap City Hall, 102 W. Ahtanum Road, Union Gap, WA 98903.
www.ci.union-gap.wa.us /index.cfm?fuseaction=page&pageID=29   (119 words)

  
 Washington County Schools
November 3, 2006 5:38 PM The Washington County Association of Educaional Office Professionals (WC AEOP) hosted the District 14 meeting of the NC AEOP on Friday at the Vernon James Center in Roper.
She is also the Teacher of the Year for 2006-2007 for Washington County Union School.
Washington County Schools in partnership with parents, business, government and the community; will provide a safe and orderly environment that exhibits mutual respect among students and staff.
www.washingtonco.k12.nc.us   (484 words)

  
 Washington Credit Union League | Foundation
Effective with Cycle 3 of 2006, Small Credit Unions are eligible to apply for up to a maximum of $2,500 per credit union each year.
Small Credit Union Development Grants – Washington credit unions of up to $25 million in assets or five or fewer full-time employees are eligible to apply for these grants within the designated funding cycles.
They are elected by their credit union peers – two Trustees in each of the eight geographical districts of the state, plus the CEO of the Washington Credit Union League.
www.waleague.org /members/foundation.html   (657 words)

  
 Washington Hospital | Nakamura Clinic, Union City   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
Because we're part of the Washington Hospital Healthcare System, we have access to the system's wide array of advanced healthcare services, as well as its full network of physician specialists.
Hoang Trinh, medical director of Nakamura Clinic, Union City is a Bay Area native and has been practicing family medicine for more than five years.
Adjacent to the clinic is a state-of-the-art conference center that will be home to many valuable health-related seminars and educational programs.
www.whhs.com /facilities/clinics/union_city.htm   (442 words)

  
 The Washington Commonwealth Federation & Washington Pension Union
The Washington Commonwealth Federation (WCF) and the Washington Pension Union (WPU) were broadly successful political organizations with tens of thousands of members and a great deal of influence.
By the end of the 1930s Washington State had some of the most liberal and comprehensive pension and welfare policies in the nation.
The Washington Pension Union was an outgrowth of the WCF.
www.staff.washington.edu /gregoryj/cpproject/phipps.htm   (2865 words)

  
 Welcome to Union, Washington   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-16)
Hood Canal’s South Shore, on Highway 106 is where you’ll find the town of Union.
During the summer months, Union comes alive with regulars who come to relax and enjoy some of the best scenery in the Northwest.
Public boat launching and moorage is available at the Hood Canal Marina on State Route 106 (360) 898-2252.
www.co.mason.wa.us /tourism/union.php   (246 words)

  
 EarthCam - Capitol Cam
Washington, DC has is a diverse, exciting urban center that combines neoclassical government buildings, monuments, memorials, museums and the National Mall with colorful neighborhoods, art, theatre, music and culture.
Visitors to this city are inspired by the beautiful Capitol Building and Washington Monument by day and moved by the melodious performances of the National Symphony Orchestra by night.
Washington is also home to more than 150 embassies, chancelleries and diplomatic homes where colors, cultures and languages mix like nowhere else.
www.earthcam.com /usa/dc/metrosquare   (264 words)

  
 Union Guide | iExplore.com
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www.iexplore.com /guides/Washington/Union   (134 words)

  
 Boeing union files unfair labor practice charge | KOMOradio.com - Seattle, Washington | News
SEATTLE (AP) - The union representing Boeing Co. engineers and technical employees has filed an unfair labor practice charge against the company, accusing it of failing to bargain in good faith over a replacement plan for early retiree medical benefits covering some 19,300 Seattle-area workers.
But in August, the union said, Boeing proposed a health savings account with what the union characterized as a high deductible as its only firm offer, which SPEEA considered unacceptable.
The union said it met with company executives in Chicago, including Chief Executive James McNerney, on Oct. 31, then received a letter from the company's labor relations department a few days later saying Boeing had concluded its efforts to replace the benefit.
www.komoradio.com /news/4803791.html   (361 words)

  
 American Civil Liberties Union : ACLU of Washington, Public Citizen File Lawsuit Backing Free Speech Rights of ...
Hughes is challenging a Local 46 rule that forbids candidates from discussing the union election or having political paraphernalia -- including buttons or bumper stickers -- anywhere on the union’s premises, including the hallways of the union hall or even in the union parking lot.
The lawsuit seeks an injunction barring union officials from interfering with Hughes’ free speech rights and asks the court to overturn the rule barring campaigning and political paraphernalia on union premises.
Staff attorney Aaron Caplan is handling the case for the ACLU of Washington, and attorneys Paul Alan Levy and Michael Kirkpatrick are handling the case for Public Citizen.
www.aclu.org /FreeSpeech/FreeSpeech.cfm?ID=18065&c=42   (549 words)

  
 Student Union - Home
In addition, Treasury approved this event citing the desire to involve the Washington University in St. Louis chapter of KSA with this event for the possibility that a future conference could be held on campus.
If you have any questions or are unable attend one of these times, please Email the Student Union Treasurer as soon as possible to schedule a make up session.
Thank you to the nearly 2500 of you who voted in the Spring Student Union Elections- this is the highest voter turnout a Student Union election has ever resulted in.
su.wustl.edu   (3378 words)

  
 ENGLISH-SPEAKING UNION - Washington DC Area Branch
Through its Helene Gladstone Williams Awards, which offer fellowship stipends of up to $5,000, the Washington DC Area branch of the ESU encourages advanced study in a diversity of subjects that relate to English-speaking traditions in locales other than, or in addition to, the United States.
Projects proposed for funding should focus primarily on research that will take place outside the U.S., and they are expected to shed light on history, philosophy, the arts, or other aspects of culture.
Applicants must be residents of the Washington metropolitan area, and must hold at least a bachelor's degree by the time their study period begins.
www.esuwdc.org /fellowships.html   (489 words)

  
 Bulgaria, Romania Join European Union - washingtonpost.com
Monday, January 1, 2007; 2:28 PM SOFIA, Bulgaria -- Bulgaria and Romania _ two former communist nations from one of the poorest corners of Europe _ joined the European Union on Monday to bring the bloc's membership to 27 nations.
The two, which bring 30 million new members to the union, officially joined the EU at midnight to joyous fireworks celebrations that drew tens of thousands of New Year's Eve revelers to the two capitals of Sofia and Bucharest.
A boy waves an EU flag in celebration of the New Year and Bulgaria's joining to the European Union, in the capital Sofia, Monday, Jan. 1, 2007.
www.washingtonpost.com /wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/01/AR2007010100383.html   (552 words)

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