Georgia congressman demands answers on postal delays, urges action from postmaster general

Georgia congressman demands answers on postal delays, urges action from postmaster general

From the article: "...ATLANTA — Georgia Congressman Mike Collins is demanding answers as postal delays continue to impact residents across Metro Atlanta, expressing frustration over the lack of progress in resolving the issue.

Collins said that, like many constituents, he has been experiencing difficulties obtaining information from the United States Postal Service (USPS) regarding the ongoing delays. ..."

Article Reference: www.11alive.com

USPS dedicates its Save Manatees stamp

USPS dedicates its Save Manatees stamp

From the article: "The release aims to raise awareness of threats to the marine mammal...Manatees are considered one of Florida’s keystone species whose behavior can alert researchers to environmental and habitat changes that may otherwise go unnoticed in the state’s waterways for extended periods of time. “This adorable stamp will..."

Article Reference: news.usps.com

USPS employees pledged $2.8 million during the most recent Combined Federal Campaign

https://news.usps.com/2024/03/26/usps-raised-2-85-million-for-the-combined-federal-campaign/

USPS employees pledged $2.8 million during the most recent Combined Federal Campaign

From the article: "Among the four retail and delivery areas, Southern led with more than $816,000 in pledges. ... $2.9 million raised in the 2022-23 campaign. ..."

Article Reference: usps.com

Thieves break into a postal worker's truck — and then his car is stolen

Thieves break into a postal worker's truck — and then his car is stolen

From the article: "“I was finishing up my shift for the day,” the letter carrier said. “Last street of my route.” The carrier — who asked NBC Bay Area not to reveal his identity — said it happened at around 4:15 p.m. Thursday. He was returning to his truck when he noticed something was wrong. “I immediately noticed that all my belongings that I had in there were...Fitch added: “The postal vehicle was broken into. We’re still trying to determine exactly what was taken. But for breaking into the vehicle and taking US mail, the reward has gone up. The original reward for these kind of vehicle break-ins and taking mail — stealing mail was $10,000. Now it’s $100,000.” "

Article Reference: www.nbcbayarea.com

Ray Bennett’s stamp collecting has led to a range of other hobbies that help distract his busy mind

Ray Bennett’s stamp collecting has led to a range of other hobbies that help distract his busy mind

From the article: "The Timaru Philatelic Society patron, and the district’s former mayor and councillor, is excited about Saturday’s stamp and other collectables fair, hoping it will encourage others into pastimes he has enjoyed. “Stamp collecting is fun. I enjoy every moment of it,’’ Bennett said. ...He began stamp collecting as a 5-year-old, and said he had continued the hobby for 87 years. “With stamps, no matter how busy I am all my concerns go down my shoulder, and through my hands, and I’m perfect. I get myself engrossed...."

Article Reference: www.stuff.co.nz

Postal Heroes | An employee provided first aid to an injured customer on her rural route

An employee provided first aid to an injured customer on her rural route

From the article: "Rural Carrier Deborah Cummins was delivering mail in a remote area of Fort Dodge, IA, when she encountered a farmer who needed medical help.

The man, who had injured his hand, was bleeding profusely.

Cummins called 911 and rendered first aid..."

Article Reference: news.usps.com
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Arrest Warrant: Ex-Waco postal service employee aided suspect in $1.7 million jewelry heist at Boozer’s Jewelers

Arrest Warrant: Ex-Waco postal service employee aided suspect in $1.7 million jewelry heist at Boozer’s Jewelers

From the article: "A woman who listed the United States Postal Service in Waco as her employer participated in the $1.7 million heist at Boozer’s Jewelers on June 17, 2023, an arrest warrant states.

Sabrina Raquelle Glasker, 39, was arrested in California on March 5, 2024 and extradited to the McLennan County Jail on March 20, Waco police said. Glasker assisted John W. Rainwater, 42, of Merced, California, in the Boozer’s heist, police alleged...."

Article Reference: www.kwtx.com

Watch this gift-giving puppy shake with excitement when the postal worker arrives

Watch this gift-giving puppy shake with excitement when the postal worker arrives

From the article: "A 1-year-old Labrador named Morrie couldn't contain his excitement when he attempted to personally deliver a special gift to his favorite mail carrier, Mandy. A video captured by the puppy's owner Logan Crispin, shows the pup in Lewes, Delaware..."

Article Reference: uk.news.yahoo.com

Working Hard to Get Ahead is Attacked by California | California public utility law designed to tax the rich

New Calif. Law Charges Extra for Power Based on Income

From the article: "A new California public utility law designed to tax the rich will soon begin charging state residents a fee for electricity based on their income level. Instead of paying for how much electricity they use, ratepayers will soon find their bills are based on how much money they make...Instead of paying for how much electricity they use, ratepayers will soon find their bills are based on how much money they make."

Article Reference: www.newsmax.com
California public utility law designed to tax the rich

America | First Man on the Moon Stamp | 1969 10c Moon Landing

America | First Man on the Moon Stamp | 1969 10c Moon Landing

From the article: "...Commemorates man’s first footstep on the moon’s surface by Neil Armstrong, Commander of the Apollo 11 mission. The first jumbo-sized commemorative issue, it celebrated “moon mail.” The First Day Cover was the most popular ever. ..."

Article Reference: www.mysticstamp.com
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Garden Delights Digital Color Postmark Release | USPS.com

Garden Delights Digital Color Postmark Release | USPS.com

From the article: "Soak up sentiments of spring with this new set of 4 Garden Delights Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers.

Each #6 ¾ envelope bears an affixed Forever® stamp cancelled with an official First Day of Issue postmark. ..."

Article Reference: store.usps.com
Digital Color Postmark First Day Covers

Audit details hundreds of crashes involving trucks contracted by US Postal Service

Audit details hundreds of crashes involving trucks contracted by US Postal Service

From the article: "At least 89 people died in 373 crashes over four years ... The Office of Inspector General found trucks carrying mail were involved in 373 crashes resulting in 89 deaths across the country from 2018-2022. Not a single contract with any trucking company was cancelled by the Postal Service, even after all those people died. "No other family should have to go through this. ..."

Article Reference: www.9news.com

Postal carriers robbed at gunpoint in Denver

Postal carriers robbed at gunpoint in Denver

From the article: "...DENVER — Authorities are searching for suspects who robbed two postal carriers at gunpoint Monday evening in Denver's Montbello neighborhood. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) said the first incident happened near Bolling Drive and Duluth Court, while the second..."

Article Reference: www.denver7.com

USPS taking comments until March 14 on plans for Yakima postal changes

USPS taking comments until March 14 on plans for Yakima postal changes

From the article: "...Residents have until March 14 to weigh in on a proposal to have much of the mail from Yakima County processed in Spokane.

A U.S. Postal Service official discussed the proposal, part of the post office’s $40 billion modernization plan, that would transfer some mail processing operations from the Washington Avenue post office to a regional postal facility in Spokane.

The post office is accepting comments at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/mpfr-yakima-wa. ..."

Article Reference: www.yakimaherald.com