Despite overflowing dumpsters and the new pressure from Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, the strike does not appear close to ending.
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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said Wednesday that the city would begin imposing fines on waste removal company Republic Services, adding on to pressure facing the company as its standoff with striking workers stretches on.
Members of Teamsters Local 25 who work for Republic initiated their work stoppage on July 1, demanding more competitive pay, benefits, and labor protections. The strike has since spread across the country, with around 2,000 Teamsters employed by Republic joining in…