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USPS proposes temporary price changes
The rates for some package services would be adjusted for the holiday shipping season
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HistoryPalo Alto Post Office’s design tells a story
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These postcards take global mail to the max
Special Postcrossing products promote themed mailings
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USPS to honor Linda McCartney with five stamps
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Brief
Have a mobile device? Check in once a week
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Their COVID payments scam led to prison
Four former employees in Miami stole $2 million from loan program
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Week in ReviewHere’s what Link covered Aug. 16-22
Ethics Awareness Week and a pandemic-era fraud made news
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HeroesHe helped out during a multi-vehicle accident
This employee responded to a collision involving a tractor-trailer
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USPS to honor Sarah Orne Jewett with a stamp
She was a foundational figure in literary regionalism
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PeopleThey lent a helping hand
One employee served meals to flood victims and another saved a young life
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There is no place for nepotism at USPS
Federal regulations prohibit favoritism in hiring, promotions
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News QuizUSPS service, at your fingertips
How much do you know about updates to the Informed Delivery Mobile app?
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Brief
Postal Bulletin covers USPS Vehicle Safety Week
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USPS is woven into America’s fabric
The Eagle commemorates the nation’s 250th anniversary
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USPS employees have a duty to protect the mail
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Mail
Featured reader quote
“I absolutely love the story about the retail associate suspecting some stamps were fake, and I’m grateful for his actions. There are so many fake stamps advertised on social...”
— Angela Mathes, Flint, MI
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Brief
Central Area, Maine-New Hampshire-Vermont District on top in scanning
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Do you know what to do if there’s a flood?
Here’s how to keep safe during this common natural disaster
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Don’t misuse Postal Service vehicles
Employees should know where they can go and who can go with them
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MilestonesAppointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS leadership announcements
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August26Datebook
‘Excel: Transform Data with Formulas and Conditional Formatting’
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Use Postal Service time and property wisely
There is a limited personal exception, but exercise it with care
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Embracing the spirit of ’76
NV, NM postmasters use America’s 250th to connect with colleagues, customers
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Mail
Featured reader quote
“The story about Letter Carrier Adrienne Burns helping a veteran to get back his medals was so touching. It reminds us that there are still good people out there that, even with...”
— Susan George, Coppell, TX
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Brief
Managers’ deadline for system access review is Aug. 27
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USPS Ethics Awareness Week begins
The organization’s annual campaign focuses on maintaining integrity
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Don’t throw away used batteries
Most contain hazardous materials such as lithium and lead acid
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Week in ReviewHere’s what Link covered Aug. 9-15
Informed Delivery app updates and a vigilant NJ employee made news
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HeroesHe helped a man who was having a seizure
The customer had collapsed in his driveway on a hot day
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PeopleA vehicle for outreach
This letter carrier shows off her ride, Santa clocks in, and a stamp artist gets credit from the community