Monday, April 29, 2013
Members of the Brotherhood of Utility Workers and Local 369 have voted to authorize a strike against National Grid.
National Grid utility workers unions voted Friday to authorize a strike due to several issues involving personnel payroll and storm response, according to an article on BostonHerald.com. Comprised of six local unions, the Brotherhood of Utility Workers and Local 369 have taken the vote as union representatives are in the middle of negotiations to replace the contract that expires May 11. “The mistakes and mismanagement at this company are out of control," said Dan Hurley president of the Brotherhood of Utility Workers Council and Local 369. “The continuous failures of National Grid are a direct slap in the face to ratepayers and taxpayers throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. This is clearly a company in crisis.” The utility workers …
Thursday, February 21, 2013
The energy company is warning about a new attempt to steal your money.
In the middle of snow season and weekly power outage concerns, National Grid wants you to be aware of a new danger regarding your utilities: a scam to take your money. "In the past several days National Grid electric customers have received telephone calls from individuals claiming to work for National Grid," reads a statement by National Grid. "These scammers demand payment, through a pre-paid card, on past due balances for electric accounts and threaten customers that their service will immediately be shut-off for non-payment. In some cases the caller also tells the customer that they may have a faulty meter that is dangerous and in need of replacing for a substantial fee. The electric meter is the property of National Grid. Customers …
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
National Grid faced fierce criticism for its response to Hurricane Irene and an October snowstorm last year but said on Tuesday it is ready for heavy winds and rain on Tuesday night and Wednesday.
National Grid officials said on Tuesday that they are ready for the expected gusty winds and heavy rain that is forecasted to move into the area on Tuesday night. The utility company has come under fire for previous storm responses, including during a snowstorm last fall. In July, state Attorney General Martha Coakley proposed fining the company a record $16 million for what she said was an inadequate response to the October storm and also Hurricane Irene last August. The National Weather Sevice has issued a wind advisory for North Andover that runs from 4 p.m. on Tuesday through 6 a.m. on Wednesday. “As a result, National Grid crews and support staff have been put on alert and are prepared to respond in the event of service interruptions…
Friday, July 27, 2012
The fine is proposed for items including a failure to effectively communicate with customers and officials and to respond during emergency events. National Grid strongly disagrees with the conclusions drawn by the AG.
The state Attorney General's Office has announced it is seeking fines against the utility National Grid. The utility, meanwhile, strongly disagrees with the conclusions drawn by the AG and will file a response with the Department of Public Utilities. After an investigation by her office determined that utility giant National Grid failed to adequately prepare, respond, and communicate during Tropical Storm Irene and the October 2011 snowstorm, Attorney General Martha Coakley’s office is seeking a $16 million fine against the company – the largest penalty ever recommended against a utility in Massachusetts. The AG’s Office made the recommendation in a brief filed Wednesday with the Department of Public Utilities (DPU), which has the …
Thursday, April 5, 2012
National Grid gas and electricity customers in North Andover might see reduced rates for the next few months if proposed cuts are approved.
It appears that there’s good news for National Grid customers in North Andover coming very soon. In a pair of announcements last month, National Grid said they expect to lower price for natural gas and electricity costs to take effect in North Andover and throughout Massachusetts from May 1 to Oct. 1, pending permission from the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities. Natural Gas bills are expected to be cut 13 percent, with the current average bill of $47 per month dropping to $41. Electricity bill cuts are projected at 10.4 percent, with an approximate $7.74 savings for an average customer. The move comes from lower recent rates for wholesale natural gas prices to energy suppliers. “It’s gratifying to be able to again pass these …
Bryan McGonigle2
9:34 am on Thursday, April 5, 2012
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