Saturday, March 8, 2025
Good Stories | Philadelphia Mail Cats
Philadelphia Mail Cats
"...an Instagram page that lights up feeds and hearts: Philadelphia Mail Cats, known as @USPS.pspsps. (The latter half of the handle phonetically spells the sound people make to get a cat’s attention). It’s run by Felix Smith, a local letter carrier documenting his interactions with neighborhood cats along his route. In between delivering our very important mail on time, Smith manages to offer some furry friends treats and pets, admire them peacefully napping or let them air their grievances, and even advocate for their rights as (unofficial) employees. Smith has also helped to rescue cats and find them a forever home. ..."
Reference: www.inquirer.com
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Friday, March 7, 2025
Norwalk, CT | Major stamp show Saturday: 15 dealers, 1.2 million stamps!
"...Fifteen dealers will offer more than 1.2 million postage stamps from around the world to collectors at the Norwalk Stamp Club show on Saturday, March 8. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The annual gathering at the Norwalk Senior Center at 11 Allen Road has been a staple for the past 64 years, according to Bill Armstrong, the club president, a lifelong collector.
“This year’s show features a ..."
This Article is From: patch.com
USPS has added more stamps to its 2025 lineup | The releases will spotlight military branches and more
• U.S. Marine Corps 250th, to honor 250 years of the elite amphibious force prepared for any challenge;
• U.S. Navy 250th, to celebrate 250 years of the military branch that protects the nation’s maritime interests and ensures the freedom of the seas; and...USPS announced the stamps on March 6. The designs are preliminary and may change. ..."
This Article is From: news.usps.com
Postal Union Announces Day of Action to Defend the Public Postal Service on March 20
"...On March 20, postal workers and allies across the country will take to the streets to stand together and say Hands Off Our Public Postal Service! The APWU’s Day of Action will join postal workers and the public against these threats of privatization and political interference on the public Postal Service. ..."
This Article is From: apwu.org
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Denmark postal service to stop delivering letters
"Denmark's state-run postal service, PostNord, is to end all letter deliveries at the end of 2025, citing a 90% decline in letter volumes...Fifteen hundred workers facing losing their jobs, out of a workforce of 4,600. ..."
This Article is From: www.bbc.com
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (ODFW) stamp art competition
"Artists can begin submitting entries in August for a chance to win $2,000 in each category...The annual competition produces collector stamps...The state agency will begin accepting entries Aug. 29 and continue through Sept. 26 at its headquarters at 4034 Fairview Industrial Drive S.E., Salem, OR 97302. Entries may be mailed or if artists prefer hand delivery, they must call 503-947-6314 to make arrangements. ...For more information on contest rules and to order stamps and art prints Contest organizers ask that artists use the “Recommendations for Packing Artwork” on the contest rules page when submitting their entries."
This Article is From: www.newberggraphic.com
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Congressman blasts USPS over mail delays and calls for ‘transparency’ after residents left without delivery for a month
"... A KENTUCKY congressman is demanding answers after residents were left without mail for weeks, causing chaos as bills, medications, and essential deliveries were missing.
US Rep. Morgan McGarvey toured Louisville’s main post office but blasted the United States Postal Service for a lack of transparency. ..."
This Article is From: www.newsbreak.com
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Do you know how PSHB and Medicare work together? USPS will offer an informational webinar throughout the year
"USPS will offer an informational webinar throughout the year...USPS employees may participate in a webinar that will help explain how the new Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program and Medicare work in retirement.
The session, “PSHB and Medicare in Retirement,” will be...Participants must register before each event on the webinar website."
This Article is From: news.usps.com
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Stamp Collecting | U.K.'s Royal Mail Unveils New AC/DC Stamp Collection
The 12 stamps collector's edition includes eight mint stamps capturing AC/DC performing live...38 different variations and collector's sets are set to release on February 18, and are available for pre-order here."
This Article is From: www.rttnews.com
(VIDEO) Watch the PMG’s latest employee video | He discusses recent developments involving USPS
"...In his latest video message for employees, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy discusses recent developments involving the Postal Service .... available on Link and other postal websites and will be shown to employees throughout the organization this week...."
This Article is From: news.usps.com
How and when does a USPS annuitant enroll in a Medigap Part G Policy? (Original Medicare)
How and when does a USPS annuitant enroll in a Medigap Part G Policy? (Original Medicare)
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* When can I buy a Medigap policy?
* What USPS annuitants need to know about the Medicare Part B special enrollment period
* How do I buy a Medigap policy?
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"...To enroll in a Medigap Part G policy as a USPS annuitant, you need to first ensure you are enrolled in Medicare Part B, then contact a Medigap insurance company directly during your Medigap Open Enrollment period (the six months following your 65th birthday when you first enroll in Medicare Part B) to compare plans and choose the one that best suits your needs; you can do this by calling the company, visiting their website, or contacting a broker to get quotes and apply for coverage..."
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* What USPS annuitants need to know about the Medicare Part B special enrollment period
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Sunday, February 23, 2025
More Excuses | USPS explains delays at Regional Processing Center in Indianapolis
"The delays, which began during the holiday season, have continued into the new year causing customers to deal with delays and lost packages. ...According to Rep. Shreve, the USPS explained the delays by linking the recent transition from a smaller center to the larger, 1.2 million square foot center on Brookville Road. ..."
This Article is From: www.21alivenews.com
Friday, February 21, 2025
US Postal Service, union fail to come to agreement on contract. Next step? Arbitration
"...The decision comes after union members voted to reject a proposed bargaining agreement 63,680 to 26,304, the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) announced last month. Shortly after, the postal service confirmed that negotiations would be reopened for 15 days. The NALC represents 295,000 active and retired letter carriers..."
This Article is From: www.usatoday.com
Report: Trump to Take Control of USPS, Dismiss Postal Board
"President Donald Trump is preparing to dissolve the leadership of the U.S. Postal Service and absorb the independent mail agency...under the control of the Commerce Department. ..."
This Article is From: www.newsmax.com
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
PMG Dejoy | '...time to start the process of identifying my successor and of preparing the Postal Service for this change...'
Tenure plan of PMG DeJoy announced | Postal Service Board of Governors to begin identifying successor
This Article is From: news.usps.com
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"...it is time for me to start thinking about the next phase of my life, while also ensuring that the Postal Service is fully prepared for the future.
“The Postal Service has ironclad plans to reduce costs by over $4 billion annually, raise revenue by over $5 billion and adjust its operating network to integrate the delivery of all mail and package categories, achieving service standards that make modern-day sense and compete in the marketplace,” DeJoy added. “We are well on our way with these necessary changes, and I have been developing a leadership team..."
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Sunday, February 16, 2025
Nearly 162K counterfeit US ‘forever’ stamps from China seized in Chicago
"...Anti-terrorism contraband agents posted at the Chicago International Mail Branch last weekend intercepted eight shipments containing 161,860 fraudulent stamps that violated trademark laws, according to US Customs and Border Protection. ...If real, the stamps would be worth more than $118,000.
The federal agency, which routinely inspects packages on arriving and departing international flights, said the postage was snatched after agents spotted its poor quality, low invoice value, routing and the “extraordinary” effort to conceal the lot."
This Article is From: nypost.com
Friday, February 14, 2025
Backup in USPS sorting center causing delivery delays for north Alabama residents
"...State leaders are saying a backup at the postal service sorting center in Birmingham is the root of the problem. ...They haven’t received any of their bills, tax documents, or bank statements in 10 days. John said spotty deliveries have been happening since October. ..."
This Article is From: www.waff.com
More Reading: What happened to the 'top performing' Huntsville Alabama Mail Processing & Distribution Facility? The Huntsville Processing and Distribution Facility (PD&F) was a mail processing facility in Huntsville, Alabama. The Postal Service began closing the facility in 2011 and consolidating it to Birmingham. Huntsville is the largest city in Alabama. The Huntsville facility was consistently a top performing facility in the U.S. Southern District led by top performing 'Plant Manager, Doug Miller.' The Huntsville P&DF often handled mail processing that the Birmingham Mail Sorting Center was unable to hprocess in a timely manner. More Reading: Closing mail facility in Huntsville will hurt service, officials say
Friday, February 7, 2025
One Time USPS Retirement Incentive MOU – Q&As
"...The recently announced Voluntary Early Retirement and One Time Retirement Incentive has generated many questions from our members. The NPMHU and the Postal Service have jointly agreed on a series of questions and answers to assist our members with understanding the options that are being offered.
Memorandum of Understanding
Re: One time Retirement Incentive
Questions and Answers
1. Who is eligible for the Retirement Incentive?
Answer: Employees in the NPMHU bargaining unit who..."
This Article is From: www.npmhu.org
Thursday, February 6, 2025
House Resolution 70 | A resolution opposing privatization of the United States Postal Service
"...the resolution, H. Res. 70, would express the sense of the House of Representatives “that Congress should take all appropriate measures to ensure that the United States Postal Service remains an independent establishment of the Federal Government and is not subject to privatization.”...the Postal Service is constitutionally obligated to serve every single American business and household. USPS employs over 640,000 men and women..."
This Article is From: www.npmhu.org
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
PRC Advisory Opinion on Oct. 2024 USPS Service Standard Changes, Warns of ‘Significant Negative Impact’
"...In October 2024, the U.S. Postal Service announced proposed changes to how it collects and distributes outgoing mail that would lengthen the delivery service standards for much of the country’s First Class Mail. Before implementing the plans, the Postal Service is required by law to seek an advisory opinion from the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC).
The PRC issued its advisory opinion on the case on Friday, Jan. 31, strongly criticizing the Postal Service’s plans. ...The overwhelming majority of commenters noted they were concerned about the impact of slower mail service to themselves, their businesses, and their communities. ... APWU underscored the impact the proposed service standard changes would have on rural communities. "
This Article is From: apwu.org
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