Omni Providence workers ratify new union contract

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — UNITE HERE Local 26 said workers at the Omni Providence Hotel ratified a new union contract on Sept. 24.

The union said that negotiations on a new contract began after the previous expired on Jan. 31, and that workers voted to authorize a strike on Aug. 7.

The new contract includes wage increases and more affordable healthcare.