Monday, September 29, 2025

Former postal APWU union official sentenced for embezzling more than $74K in union funds through 265 unauthorized transactions over 3 years

Former postal worker union official sentenced for embezzling more than $74K in union funds through 265 unauthorized transactions over 3 years

From the article: "...Former American Postal Workers Union Local 95 official Susan E. Miller was sentenced on Sept. 15 to four years of probation, 100 hours of community service, and ordered to pay restitution of $40,100 following an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor that found Miller abused her leadership position within the union for her personal financial benefit.

An investigation by the department’s Office of Labor-Management Standards found that Miller, while serving as treasurer of American Postal Workers Union Local 95, signed and cashed at least 137 unauthorized checks worth $68,818 between December 2019 to December 2022. The unauthorized checks were drawn on the union’s account and made payable to Miller for her personal benefit. ..."


Article Reference: www.dol.gov
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Saturday, September 27, 2025

Postal History | Allied forces helped oversee postal services after World War II

Allied forces helped oversee postal services after World War II

From the article: "...Mail service was particularly important because of the need to communicate both within and outside of the liberated areas.

Mail required postage stamps and postal stationery, some of which was printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington. In addition, the payment of fees and taxes on business transactions, licenses and permits required revenue stamps. ..."


Article Reference: chroniclet.com
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Thursday, September 25, 2025

Kierra Coles: Missing Chicago postal worker's family still searching for answers

Kierra Coles: Missing Chicago postal worker's family still searching for answers

From the article: "A $68,000 reward remains in place for tips leading to an arrest and conviction. ...In the morning, she is seen on surveillance video in her postal worker uniform despite a sick call into work that day.

That night, video showed her leaving home with a person of interest before stopping at a nearby ATM and making two cash withdrawals. ..."


Article Reference: www.fox32chicago.com

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Converted Post Office | The Mailroom Speakeasy

Bainbridge’s Best-Kept Secret: The Mailroom Speakeasy

From the article: "...A 1914 post office is reborn as a Prohibition-style bar with a hidden twist...Not every bar asks you to walk into an old post office and head underground. I'm taking you inside The Mailroom Speakeasy, a hidden lounge with a secretive, Prohibition-style twist."


Article Reference: www.wtxl.com
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Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Push for answers about key issues recently identified in the new Postal Service Health Benefits program

Lawmakers press OPM on ‘critical’ staffing, funding issues in Postal insurance program

From the article: "...Less than two months away from this fall’s Open Season, Democrats in Congress are raising concerns that the Office of Personnel Management may not be fully prepared to administer the major health insurance program for millions of Postal Service employees and annuitants.

Top Democrats from several congressional committees sent a letter Friday to OPM Director Scott Kupor to push for answers about key issues recently identified in the new Postal Service Health Benefits program. The letter comes a few months after the agency’s inspector general office found “critical” staffing vacancies and funding issues in the PSHB’s central enrollment platform, which all program participants must use to enroll or make changes to their insurance options. ..."


Article Reference: federalnewsnetwork.com

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Amazon | Pack 50 PCS Postal Worker Stickers Waterproof Vinyl Decals Decor Laptop Computer Phone Case Scrapbook Items for Post Mailman Letter Carrier Package Delivery

Amazon | Pack 50 PCS Postal Worker Stickers Waterproof Vinyl Decals Decor Laptop Computer Phone Case Scrapbook Items for Post Mailman Letter Carrier Package Delivery

Amazon | Pack 50 PCS Postal Worker Stickers Waterproof Vinyl Decals
From the article: "...pack of 50 vinyl PostalWorker stickers, carefully curated to ensure no duplicates. Ranging in size from 2 to 4 inches, these stickers boast a unique and exquisite design that adds a touch of fun and flair to your everyday life. ..."


Article Reference: Amazon
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