"...people were seriously injured in an accident involving a car and a United States Postal Service semi truck..."
This Article is From: kstp.com
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Tuesday, April 28, 2009
4 injured in postal semi crash in Mpls.
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25 chicks left at post office rescued
"...small cold-blooded animals, such as baby alligators and caimans, bloodworms, earthworms, mealworms, salamanders, leeches, lizards, snails and tadpoles can be mailed, as well as bees; nonpoisonous and non-disease-carrying insects, and scorpions used for medical research...."
This Article is From: www.nwanews.com
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US Postal Service investigation nets marijuana seizure
"...Officer Kevin Brownlee said he did not have any additional details about why the postal service was involved in the case...."
This Article is From: www.news-journal.com
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Loveland postal carrier indicted for mail theft, possession of machine gun
"...A Loveland postal carrier accused of killing his ex-girlfriend's cat is now facing federal charges..."
This Article is From: www.coloradoan.com
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USPS Announces Details of ‘Summer Sale’
"...the sale will run from July 1, 2009, through Sept. 30, 2009, and will be available to those who mailed more than 1 million Standard letters and/or flats from Oct. 1 2007 through March 31, 2008...."
This Article is From: www.mediabuyerplanner.com
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USPS: NEW OVERHEAD SCANNING SYSTEM DELIVERS
"...The Postal Service’s new overhead scanning system allows for continuous, hands-free scanning of flats and parcels — simultaneously capturing tracking and special service barcodes — while offering real-time information to USPS customers...."
This Article is From: liteblue.usps.gov
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USPS News Link: AS SWINE FLU INVESTIGATION CONTINUES PERSONAL HYGIENE IS KEY TO REDUCING RISK OF ILLNESS
Article Title:AS SWINE FLU INVESTIGATION CONTINUES PERSONAL HYGIENE IS KEY TO REDUCING RISK OF ILLNESS
Article Snip: "...You’ve heard the news that U.S. health officials are investigating a number of cases of swine flu in several areas of the United States, and a Public Health Emergency has been declared by the federal government. All of these U.S. cases have been mild — all of the patients have recovered...."
Article Reference: liteblue.usps.gov
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Monday, April 27, 2009
Post Office Murals
"...Until recently, art historians believed they had vanished for good. In fact, the murals were safe. They had been divided into six panels and hung in the hallways of the 15th-floor regional corporate offices of the U.S. Postal Service at 615 Chestnut St. But they were accessible only to postal employees and guests. ..."
This Article is From: www.philly.com
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USPS 90/90 BLITZ CONTINUES TO WIN NEW BUSINESS
"...Endicia’s ease of use for creating mailing labels and maintaining shipping records convinced the company to add USPS as a shipping option for its online customers — a convenience that will add an estimated $437,000 to the Postal Service’s bottom line each year...."
This Article is From: liteblue.usps.gov
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Monday, April 20, 2009
Most Populated Zip Code
"...The most populated zip code in the united states is 10162, which is the upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City....."
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Sunday, April 19, 2009
Residents want stamp machine back
"...Every time Gadsden Postmaster Seabron Bowler Jr. checks the suggestion box in the post office’s lobby he gets one message loud and clear: “Bring back the stamp machines!”..."
This Article is From: www.gadsdentimes.com
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Friday, April 17, 2009
First commemorative stamp was issued in honor of Abraham Lincoln
Was There A Curse Surrounding President Lincoln's Assassination?
This Article is From: www.stampsofdistinction.com
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"...the U.S. Postal Service issued four stamps commemorating his birth, which are illustrated throughout this blog entry, bringing the total number of stamps honoring the 16th President of the United States with 74 distinct stamps...."
This Article is From: www.stampsofdistinction.com
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NAME CHANGES FOR USPS PRIORITY FLAT-RATE BOX
"...will include the word “Medium.” Dimensions, cost and service will remain the same. The dimensions for the Medium — formerly “regular” — Flat Rate Boxes are 11" x 8-1/2" x 5-1/2", similar to a shoe box, and 13-5/8" x 11-7/8" x 3-3/8", similar to a clothing box...."
This Article is From: liteblue.usps.gov
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Thursday, April 16, 2009
USPS Signs 68,000-SF Lease in Las Vegas
"...at the distribution building at 3755 E. Post Road in Las Vegas. EJM Development delivered..."
This Article is From: www.costar.com
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‘Summer Sale’ Will Discount Our Future
"...The record shows that as rates have been artificially reduced, volume has continued to drop — and at an unprecedented rate. So, if volume does not increase as rates fall, one is left with the conclusion that these artificial rate reductions have another purpose, such as rewarding large mailers in order to maximize their profits...."
This Article is From: www.apwu.org
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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
FERS Social Security Annuity Supplement
With many people taking the USPS Voluntary Early Retirement, many of you may have questions relative to Eligibility for the Retiree Annuity Supplement. Check out this OPM PDF document on the subject.
This Article is From: www.opm.gov
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"...The retiree annuity supplement is a benefit paid until age 62 to certain FERS employees who retire before age 62 and who are entitled to an immediate annuity. The supplement approximates the value of FERS service in a Social Security benefit. The general purpose of the supplement is to provide a level of income before age 62 similar to what the retiree will receive at age 62 as part of a Social Security benefit, if eligible for Social Security at that age...."
This Article is From: www.opm.gov
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Hours for a post office near you
Get your April 15 Postmark
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...to find the location and hours of a post office near you, call toll-free 1-800-ASK-USPS (275-8777). Check your local paper online for any extended Tax Deadline Day collection hours.
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Post office sees drop as taxpayers turn to Web
"..."Mondays typically are our busiest days," she said. "It's a combination of several things. We don't work as much first class mail as we did 30 years ago, 20 years ago or even 10 years ago...."
This Article is From: www.leadertelegram.com
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Tax Day Hours on O'ahu, Maui, the Big Island, Kaua'i and Moloka'i
27 post offices will stay open late
This Article is From: www.honoluluadvertiser.com
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"...In addition to the airport, the late collections on O'ahu are: Downtown, 'Ewa Beach, Hale'iwa, Hawai'i Kai, Kailua, Kane'ohe, Kapalama, La'ie, Makiki, Mililani, Wai'alae-Kahala, Wai'anae, Waikiki and Waipahu...."
This Article is From: www.honoluluadvertiser.com
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Post Office To Offer Extended Hours on Wednesday
HUNTSVILLE, AL -
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"...The following locations will guarantee an April 15th postmark on mail dropped in the lobby drops or the blue collection boxes in the parking lots until midnight Wednesday..."
This Article is From: www.whnt.com
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