USPS Maui Postmaster Installation Event a ‘Family Affair’

USPS Maui Postmaster Installation Event a ‘Family Affair’

From the article: "...USPS Hawaii District Manager Eileen Veach and Manager of Post Office Operations Ty Sobieraj congratulated and administered the official oaths of office to Almeida (Kihei postmaster), Boteilho (Makawao), David Boydstun (Lahaina), Jun Cariazo (Kula), Harris (Puunene), Brandyann Moore (Kaunakakai), and Marlene Nagata (Paia).

“This event is a celebration of family heritage, and of our commitment to the shared values that bind the community together,” said Veach. “These postmasters carry on the legacy of the postal leaders who came before them and lay the groundwork for those who will follow.”...“Throughout my career I’ve talked about my ‘postal ohana’ at my post office, on Maui, and in Hawaii. Serving as postmasters with Chris on the same island seems like a natural extension of that ohana.”

Boteilho’s family has served in leadership positions at Maui post offices across three generations. "

Article Reference: usps.com
USPS Hiring, It's a Family Affair,Hawaii, Ohana,

Do you know the rules on nepotism in the workplace? USPS employees can’t hire or promote a relative

Do you know the rules on nepotism in the workplace? USPS employees can’t hire or promote a relative

From the article: "...The Postal Service is marking USPS Ethics Awareness Week by reminding employees that nepotism is prohibited in the workplace.

Under the rules, USPS employees cannot hire or promote a relative, which is defined as a spouse, parent, child, sibling, aunt, uncle, cousin, niece, nephew, in-law, stepparent, stepsibling or half sibling.

Employees are also prohibited from taking direct or indirect action related to a relative’s career at the Postal Service. ..."

Article Reference: news.usps.com
Nepotism, Hilarious Rules Postal Leadership Does Not Follow,

New US Postal Service stamp honors Holocaust survivor and humanitarian Elie Wiesel

New US Postal Service stamp honors Holocaust survivor and humanitarian Elie Wiesel

From the article: "...“The 18th stamp in the Distinguished Americans series honors humanitarian Elie Wiesel (1928-2016), a survivor of Nazi concentration camps whose dozens of works bore witness to the Holocaust and whose resilience and compassion continue to be a source of inspiration,” a description for the stamp on the USPS website reads. ..."

Article Reference: forward.com

Possible resolution after west Alabama man says he didn’t receive mail for 3 months

Possible resolution after west Alabama man says he didn’t receive mail for 3 months

From the article: "...Randy Nichols said the mail issues are so bad, it’s put him behind on his bills.

“Everyday I come out here, open it up, and all I see is a Spectrum junk mail...“They claim it’s Birmingham, so I went down there and talked to them and I asked them why am I not getting my water bill because it’s right here in town. Well, they said they get the water bill, send it to Birmingham and they send it back to ‘em,” said Nichols.

Nichols admitted he’s old school, meaning he prefers paying his bills by mail and not online. "

Article Reference: www.wbrc.com

Ballot Stuffing | Michigan city councilman caught on camera stuffing election drop box with absentee ballots days before primary

Michigan city councilman caught on camera stuffing election drop box with absentee ballots days before primary

From the article: "...A Michigan city council member was caught on camera stuffing an election drop box with apparent absentee ballots just days before he won his re-election bid in a local primary.

Hamtramck City Council member Abu Musa was seen in the passenger seat of a car on Aug. 1 handing stacks of paper to the car’s driver, who then dumped them into a nearby ballot box..."

Article Reference: nypost.com

Preventing Election Fraud and Ballot Stuffing | Trump announces he'll helm movement to eliminate mail-in voting...

Preventing Election Fraud and ballot Stuffing | Trump announces he'll helm movement to eliminate mail-in voting...

From the article: "In a lengthy Truth Social post on Monday, President Trump asserted, "I am going to lead a movement to get rid of MAIL-IN BALLOTS"...He said he would sign an executive order in advance of the 2026 midterm elections.

"Remember, the States are merely an ‘agent’ for the Federal Government in counting and tabulating the votes. They must do what the Federal Government..."

Article Reference: www.foxnews.com
Genius Idea to Secure Elections in America, Prevention of Ballot Stuffing by Mail-In Voting,

US Postal Service’s HS code requirement to start Sept. 1

US Postal Service’s HS code requirement to start Sept. 1

From the article: "...The U.S. Postal Service will require international commercial shipments to provide a six-digit Harmonized System code starting Sept. 1, according to an agency bulletin published Aug. 7.

The appropriate HS codes must be included on the customs declaration for each item in a particular shipment, regardless of mail class, per the bulletin. The HS code system, developed by the World Customs Organization, allows customs authorities to classify goods and assess tariffs. ..."

Article Reference: www.supplychaindive.com
Harmonized System code (HS Code), International Commercial Shipment Requirements, World Customs Organization, Tariffs, Universal Postal Union regulations,

St. Louis mail processing center had largest delayed backlog in USPS field audit history

St. Louis mail processing center had largest delayed backlog in USPS field audit history

From the article: "...it went "beyond mere incompetence" and calling for firings. ...The inspector general's office released the audit findings on Wednesday, which covered two distribution centers — the St. Louis Processing and Distribution Center and the Network Distribution Center — and seven delivery units that they service: the main post offices in Ballwin, O'Fallon, and St. Charles; the Maryville Gardens and Southwest stations; and the Clayton and Creve Coeur branches. ...According to the audit, the St. Louis Processing and Distribution Center had more than 2.5 million delayed pieces of mail between June 3-4, "the largest delayed mail volume since our field operations reviews began"

Article Reference: www.ksdk.com
Largest delayed backlog in USPS field audit history, St. Louis Processing and Distribution Center, Root Causes of the Destruction of the U.S. Postal Service, Poor Performing Mail Facilities and Cities,

Former St. Louis postal mail handler admits to stealing $68K in checks

Former St. Louis postal Mail Handler admits to stealing $68K in checks

From the article: "...A former mail handler with the United States Postal Service pleaded guilty Wednesday to federal charges related to pandemic loan fraud and...Anthony Virdure II, 30, admitted to one count each of mail theft and wire fraud. The plea follows a series of investigations initiated after law enforcement discovered multiple stolen checks linked to Virdure’s place of employment—the St. Louis Processing and Distribution Center, located at 1720 Market Street.

The investigation began Dec. 1, 2023, when U.S. Postal Inspectors were summoned by Hazelwood police after 30 checks were located inside a rental vehicle that had been returned."

Article Reference: www.kttn.com
St. Louis Processing and Distribution Center, Mail Theft, Loan Fraud, Inside Jobs,

Mailwoman claims Ocala apartment complex’s mail bank fell on top of her

Mailwoman claims Ocala apartment complex’s mail bank fell on top of her

From the article: "...A United States Postal Service employee claims she sustained “severe, significant, and permanent injuries” after a mailbox cluster at an Ocala apartment complex fell on top of her while she was delivering mail.

Denise Palmese filed the lawsuit against Northland Heathbrook, LLC, and Northland Investment Corp., in the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County on August 5. ..."

Article Reference: www.ocala-news.com

APWU | 2024-2027 Maintenance Craft Changes in the New Contract

APWU | 2024-2027 Maintenance Craft Changes in the New Contract

From the article: "...The APWU and USPS reached a Tentative Agreement that was approved by the Rank and File Bargaining Advisory Committee and then ratified by the members on July 10. Highlights from the new contract that affect the Maintenance Craft, are as follows: ..."

Article Reference: apwu.org
APWU | 2024-2027 Maintenance Craft Changes in the New Contract

Postal employee pleads guilty to role in mail theft ring

Postal employee pleads guilty to role in mail theft ring

From the article: "...A United States Postal Service employee pled guilty on Wednesday for his role in a mail theft ring in Providence, according to Acting United States Attorney Sara Miron Bloom.

33-year-old Darren Camacho, of Providence, pled guilty to conspiracy to steal mail and theft of U.S. Mail by a postal employee. ...

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Article Reference: www.abc6.com

U.S. Senator Hawley pens letter urging new USPS leader to fix unreliability, delays

U.S. Senator Hawley pens letter urging new USPS leader to fix unreliability, delays

From the article: "...In a new letter Tuesday, Sen. Hawley urged newly appointed Post Master General David Steiner to fix the unreliability and delays Missourians have been dealing with. Hawley says it's unacceptable that on-time delivery rates dropped below 77% in Missouri last year. "USPS failed to meet its own nationwide performance targets in nearly every category, and the problem was even worse in my home state of Missouri, where on-time delivery rates dropped below 77% in fiscal year 2024. This is unacceptable," Sen. Hawley said. "Rural families, small businesses, and veterans depend on reliable mail service for everything from prescription medications to Social Security checks. They deserve a Postal Service that works for them."..."

Article Reference: ktvo.com

Canada Postal Workers Reject Final Contract Offer

Canada Postal Workers Reject Final Contract Offer

From the article: "...The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has voted to reject final contract proposals from Canada Post (CP), with the union calling on its employers to return to the bargaining table.

CUPW members were ordered in June by Canada's labor board to vote on two four-year contracts: one for the union's urban unit, and another for rural postal workers. According to an August 1 release from the union, nearly 70% of members voted against each contract, with CUPW national president Jan Simpson accusing CP of engaging in "scare tactics and fear mongering" to push the collective bargaining deal through.

"Members have now made clear what our negotiators have been telling (Canada Post) all along: these offers don’t cut it," she said, adding that the CUPW's ban on overtime that's been in effect since late-May will remain in place until a deal is reached. ..."

Article Reference: www.supplychainbrain.com
Canada Post

APWU Union Appeals to Arbitration USPS Decision to Subcontract FSM 1000 Modifications

APWU Union Appeals to Arbitration USPS Decision to Subcontract FSM 1000 Modifications

From the article: "...On Nov. 17, 2009, the APWU appealed to arbitration a national-level dispute protesting the Postal Service’s decision to subcontract the retrofitting of FSM 1000 machines, and challenging management’s failure to notify the union of the decision. The grievance alleges that management violated Article 32.1 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Section 530 of the Administrative Support Manual on June 3, 2000, when it issued Management Maintenance Order (MMO) 059-00, which awarded the work to Lockheed Martin Federal Service employees. The Administrative Support Manual restricts management’s right to subcontract work unless: ..."

Article Reference: apwu.org
Lockheed Martin Federal Service employees,Subcontracting,Administrative Support Manual, USPS Contract Violations, USPS vs. Unions,

Alabama businessman WRONGLY accused of killing judge, lawyer in 1989 mail bombings dead at 81

Alabama businessman wrongly accused of killing judge, lawyer in 1989 mail bombings dead at 81

From the article: "...Robert Wayne O’Ferrell, a south Alabama businessman who was wrongly accused in the 1989 mail bomb murders of a Birmingham federal judge and a Georgia lawyer, has died. ..."

Article Reference: www.al.com

Posing as FedEx, Suspect Caught in Mail Theft Scheme

Posing as FedEx, Suspect Caught in Mail Theft Scheme

From the article: "...RANCHO CORDOVA—A man impersonating a delivery worker to steal packages and mail has been arrested following a coordinated investigation by the Rancho Cordova Police Department and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.

The case began when RCPD patrol officers received a call reporting a male suspect wearing a FedEx shirt breaking into a U.S. Postal Service vehicle and stealing several packages, mail items, and personal belongings of a postal carrier. ..."

Article Reference: folsomtimes.com

APWU Takes on Wall Street and Postal Privatizers

APWU Takes on Wall Street and Postal Privatizers

From the article: "...On July 24, hundreds of postal workers, labor allies, and members of the community took to the streets of New York City in a high-spirited rally to tell Wall Street bankers, billionaires, and anyone who wants to privatize our postal service that “The U.S. Mail Is Not for Sale!” Spurred by an outrageous proposal from Wells Fargo Equity Research, activists protested in front of the 7th Avenue Wells Fargo branch. Wells Fargo’s memo to their investors, titled “USPS Privatization: A Framework” outlined the money their billionaire clients could make in a sell-off of our public Postal Service.

Protest attendees handed out flyers to the public, chanted, and displayed signs warning against attempts at a private takeover of the Postal Service..."

Article Reference: American Postal Workers Union

Cherokee County USPS employee charged with mail theft

Cherokee County USPS employee charged with mail theft

From the article: "...HOLLY SPRINGS, Ga. - A man was arrested for stealing money from mail dropped off at the Holly Springs service center. ...Calvin Jones, who worked at the Holly Springs service center, was arrested ... Calvin Jones allegedly took from mail multiple times, police said. He is charged with theft by taking and exploitation of an elder. "

Article Reference: www.fox5atlanta.com
Theft by taking and exploitation of an elder, Crimes on the Elderly,Mail theft,Crime,Georgia, Holly Springs (Georgia),Inside Jobs,Poor Vetting of Postal Workers,

Pat Tillman's Brother Reportedly in Custody After Crash into Post Office

Pat Tillman's Brother Reportedly in Custody After Crash into Post Office

From the article: "...brother of late NFL star and Army hero Pat Tillman was arrested after allegedly crashing into a post office and sparking a fire that gutted the building, according to reports.

A 44-year-old Richard Tillman was taken into custody by San Jose police and booked into Santa Clara County Jail, records show, after the incident at the Californian post office in the early hours of Sunday morning. ..."

Article Reference: www.newsweek.com
Almaden Valley Station Post Office

Alabama | Postal worker killed in Northport multi-vehicle crash

Alabama | Postal worker killed in Northport multi-vehicle crash

From the article: "... A multi-vehicle crash in Northport claimed the life of a U.S. Postal Service worker on the job. Police identified the victim as 36-year-old Vonchelle Renee Gamble, a Tuscaloosa native, who was driving a postal vehicle at the time of the crash...."

Article Reference: abc3340.com

NPMHU | National Arbitration Decision: NACI Background Check

NPMHU | National Arbitration Decision: NACI Background Check

From the article: "...We are extremely pleased to announce that the NPMHU has prevailed in its national arbitration against the Postal Service over the ability of the Postal Service to separate employees who have completed their probationary period based on the results of a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background check without providing those employees with access to the grievance and arbitration process. A complete copy of the award is attached.

By way of background, when applicants for Postal employment receive a job offer, they begin a background check process referred to as a NACI review conducted by the Postal Inspection Service. Employees are permitted to work while the NACI process is pending. ..."

Article Reference: npmhu.org
NACI Background Check

Domestic Shipping Prohibitions, Restrictions, & HAZMAT

Domestic Shipping Prohibitions, Restrictions, & HAZMAT

From the article: "When you mail a letter or send a package, you must follow U.S. and USPS® guidelines. Learn what things you can and can't send in the U.S. mail...Reminder: Mercury (a silver metal that's liquid at room temperature) is prohibited and can't be mailed, whether by itself or in devices like antique thermometers, barometers, and switches. However, items that contain small amounts of mercury vapor, like compact fluorescent lamps, can be mailed domestically. ..."

Article Reference: www.usps.com
Prohibited Mail Items,

DeWitt post office manager admits stealing more than $80,000 in stamps

DeWitt post office manager admits stealing more than $80,000 in stamps

From the article: "...The manager, Emilio Chirico, pleaded guilty to two criminal charges — wire fraud and misappropriation of postal funds — as part of a plea agreement with federal prosecutors. He had been indicted on eight other charges...."

Article Reference: www.syracuse.com
wire fraud,Misappropriation of postal funds, DeWitt post office manager, Weak on Crime (US),