Local 776 has scheduled an informational seminar on November 7, 2026, on drug and alcohol detox and Mental Health Treatment in Pennsylvania. General President Sean O’Brien fully supports Innovo and the programs they offer for working men and women. The Innovo treatment center is centrally located within the Local's jurisdiction in Abbottstown, PA.

A few seats remain for the presentation on November 7. Pre-registration is required. Innovo staff will be on hand to answer questions about their programs. Full details on the session are below.

Workers from Teamsters Local 175 at The Beverage Market in Charleston, West Virginia, launched an unfair labor practice strike on May 12, 2026. 49 drivers, helpers, and warehouse staff are striking at the regional beer distributor for major brands like MillerCoors, Modelo, Corona, and Sam Adams, which serves roughly 30 counties and nearly 2,000 retail/hospitality accounts.

1. Massive proposed increases to healthcare costs (reported between 700% and 900%).

2. Significant cuts to retirement contributions and slashed paid time off (PTO).

Union accusations of "surface bargaining" and bad-faith negotiations by company ownership (Marty and Theresa Johnson), who union representatives note have introduced over 100 contract proposals while failing to attend federal mediation sessions personally.

The strike has lasted for over 19 weeks (spanning past 100+ days into September/October 2026). Not a single striking worker has crossed the picket line or quit.

To read more on the strike and follow two reporters as they spent a day in Charleston on the picket line and joined the workers in ambulatory picketing, follow the link below:

Local 175 Strike

Local 776 President Spencer Dearth made a special presentation at the monthly meeting on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Spencer began: "President O'Brien asked me to present a special award at today's monthly meeting. Today, we recognize Brother Leo Deaner for a lifetime of work that strengthened the International Brotherhood of Teamsters' historical record and ensured future generations will understand the Teamsters Union's true legacy."

Leo Deaner has had a long, distinguished career in organized labor, serving for over five decades as a dedicated member and high-level executive within the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Deaner joined the Teamsters in 1968. He began his union involvement at the rank-and-file level, working as a shop steward. Deaner rose through Pennsylvania regional leadership. He was deeply involved with Teamsters Local 776, where he served in key leadership positions, including business agent. In the 2000s, Deaner moved into top leadership at the Teamsters International Headquarters. He served as Executive Assistant and Chief of Staff to General President James P. Hoffa. In this capacity, he helped guide executive administration, labor policy, internal communications, and union initiatives through major national contract negotiations and legislative actions. During his executive leadership, Deaner championed preserving labor history and became one of the largest individual contributors to creating the Teamsters Digital Archives outside the International Union. He led efforts to recover, digitize, and safeguard primary historical materials covering decades of union history.

Spencer continued: "Brother Deaner headed the creation of the Teamsters Labor History Research Center at George Washington University, building an institution that now serves members, students, and researchers nationwide. The Center's foundation rests on Brother Deaner's contributions; he envisioned it and began building it in 2007. In his letter, President O'Brien stressed that Brother Deaner's efforts have ensured the Teamsters Union's true history- its struggles, achievements, and the work of millions of members will be accessible and accurately represented."

"In recognition of this lifelong dedication, Brother Deaner is being formally presented with the Teamsters President's Medal. The Teamsters President's Medal is a prestigious honor bestowed by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters General President. It recognizes individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment, courage, leadership, and dedication to labor values, community service, or the Teamster movement."

"Today, Bret Caldwell, IBT Deputy Chief of Staff for the Office of the General President, is here to acknowledge that without his leadership, vision, and personal commitment, preserving Teamster history would not have been possible."

Below is a letter from President O'Brien to Leo honoring him with the President's Medal:

After IBT Representative Caldwell gives a brief introduction, Leo is presented with his President's Medal.

Teamsters Local 776 is proud to share that General President Sean O'Brien has appointed John Taylor, Business Agent of Local 776, as a Trade Division Representative within the International Brotherhood of Teamsters' newly established Logistics Division.

In this expanded role, John will take on greater responsibility in national grievance panels and contract negotiations. As the Union prepares for upcoming national negotiations with ABF and TForce Freight, John will play a more active role at the bargaining table on behalf of Local 776 members.

Reflecting on the appointment, John stated: "The appointment was a pleasant surprise, and it's gratifying to be recognized by President O'Brien for the years I've spent representing our members."

Local 776 President Spencer Dearth added: "Congratulations on your appointment, John. Working alongside you for many years, I know your experience and dedication will be a valuable asset to the Logistics Division. This appointment marks another step forward for Local 776 as we continue strengthening our representation of the membership."

Local 776 President Spencer Dearth (L) congratulates John on his IBT Appointment.