The Postal Service is continuing its efforts to become more sustainable, a longstanding priority that allows the organization to help the environment while boosting efficiency. USPS reduces its environmental impact through initiatives like the National Recycling Operation, a program that standardizes postal recycling, and lean green teams, which are local employee groups that seek ways […]
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City Carrier Assistant Alson Watson was recently delivering mail in Oceanside, NY, when he came upon a house on fire. A neighbor was already on the scene, and Watson assisted him in rescuing the occupant — an older customer who was recovering from a stroke and was home by herself with four dogs. Watson and […]
Three USPS Sales employees will receive complimentary registrations to the National Postal Forum after they signed up thousands of new users for Informed Delivery. The employees each participated in a six-month sign-up challenge that concluded March 29. Ted Ross III, a Dallas District sales executive who signed up 1,965 subscribers, finished first. He was followed […]
Here’s Link’s latest “News Quiz,” a weekly feature that invites readers to test their knowledge of recent stories. The correct answers appear at the end. 1. True or false: A 30-year USPS employee under the Federal Employees Retirement System who earns $50,000 a year will need $600,000 in his or her Thrift Savings Plan account […]
USPS strives to be a good neighbor in every community it serves. This is why the organization has a Community Service Activities Policy that aims to help Postal Service employees contribute to the health and well-being of their communities in a manner that’s consistent with their postal duties and obligations. The policy requires employees to […]
Derrin Tucker was delivering mail recently when a dog charged toward him. The Lubbock, TX, letter carrier remembered the safety training he received and placed his satchel between himself and the animal. “I quickly tried to think of every dog bite prevention tip that would allow me to escape,” he said. The dog’s owner soon […]
Rural Carrier Associate Brandon Pectol was delivering mail on a cold, rainy day recently in Santa Clara, UT, when he spotted a teenage bicyclist in distress. The boy, who was inadequately dressed for the weather, had taken shelter under an awning at a market, and Pectol saw that he was soaking wet and shivering, with […]
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USPS celebrated the beloved murals that bring a touch of beauty to Post Offices across the nation at its latest stamp dedication ceremony this week. Post Office Murals, a pane of 10 stamps that showcase five classic paintings, was dedicated April 10 at the Piggott, AR, Post Office, home to one of the featured works […]
USPS employees still have time to earn a complimentary registration to this year’s National Postal Forum (NPF). Eligible employees can receive the registration by recruiting five customers to attend NPF, which will be held in Indianapolis from May 5-8. So far, 10 employees have received a registration: Lisa Abbott, a Central Indiana District field account […]
Postal Service employees can learn about the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) through a series of free webinars. The webinars will explore long-term care issues related to chronic illness, injury, disability and aging, and how employees can use FLTCIP to finance long-term care. Participation is voluntary and off-the-clock. The webinars began in March […]
Here’s Link’s latest “News Quiz,” a weekly feature that invites readers to test their knowledge of recent stories. The correct answers appear at the end. 1. True or false: The new USPS Returns for business mailers platform allows customers to be charged electronically through their Enterprise Payment System accounts. a) True b) False 2. What […]
Rural Carrier Tony Winborn was recently delivering mail in Perry, GA, when two vehicles collided nearby. Winborn rushed to the scene and found that one of the accident victims, a 3-month-old girl, wasn’t breathing. While emergency responders were dispatched, the Postal Service employee performed CPR on the infant, reviving her by the time paramedics arrived […]
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The Postal Service will issue a stamp honoring former President George H.W. Bush, who died last fall at age 94. Bush, the 41st president, guided the nation through the end of the Cold War and drove the creation of a multinational coalition that successfully forced Iraq to withdraw from Kuwait in the Persian Gulf War. […]
My name is Stacey Martin, and I’m the attendance control officer for Greater South Carolina District. My job is to help employees understand how vital they are to USPS and how customers are affected when employees aren’t here to provide service. I manage and monitor the district’s attendance programs and serve as a liaison between supervisors, […]
USPS is seeking nominations for the 2018 Postmaster General Sustainability Excellence Awards. The annual awards recognize areas, districts, facilities, teams and individuals who help foster sustainable workplaces. The nomination form and submission instructions can be downloaded from the Sustainability Blue page. Completed nominations must be submitted by Friday, June 7. The recipients of the 2017 […]
April is Financial Literacy Month — and not just because taxes are due. Experts encourage people to spend time in April reviewing their finances and making improvements if needed. If your finances are already in order, take time this month to help your children or other young family members understand the concept of saving. Once […]
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Letter Carrier Eric Reyes was delivering mail on a fall day last year in Escondido, CA, when two vehicles collided nearby. While several passersby aided occupants of an overturned car, Reyes rushed to the other vehicle, in which the driver and his girlfriend, Angelique Arenas, were trapped. Unable to unbuckle their seatbelts and aware that […]
Portland District Manager Bill Schwartz believes that engaged employees are safety-conscious employees. To help improve the district’s safety culture, Schwartz implemented a program last year to encourage workers to take proactive measures to ensure their well-being. “We are trying to modify people’s behavior by raising awareness in a positive way,” he said. Since the Safety […]
A group of social media users is harnessing the power of mail to show their support for Army recruits in South Carolina. The group, called #NoTraineeLeftBehind, is comprised of more than 500 Facebook users who have mailed an estimated 80,000 letters to soldiers undergoing basic training at Fort Jackson, an installation in Columbia. Renae Reis, […]
The Postal Service will release its Coral Reefs postcard stamps Friday, March 29. Coral reefs are one of the world’s most important ecosystems, sheltering and sustaining about a quarter of all ocean species. The reefs are formed over thousands of years, mainly by colonies of animals called polyps. These creatures make stony corals, the foundation […]
Here’s Link’s latest “News Quiz,” a weekly feature that invites readers to test their knowledge of recent stories. The correct answers appear at the end. 1. Who served as art director for the Star Ribbon stamp? a) Antonio Alcalá b) Greg Breeding c) Derry Noyes d) Ethel Kessler 2. If you’re asked to provide information […]
Residents of Pocatello, ID, were hit with a surprise snowstorm one day last month, but they weren’t surprised that Letter Carrier Brett Hochhalter stepped up to help them cope. After completing his longtime 50-block route near Idaho State University, Hochhalter grabbed a snow shovel and cleared sidewalks, as well as several driveways. “Nobody knew we […]
The “Nifty 50” article about Bessie Flemons celebrating 50 years as a postal employee gives me hope for a long career with USPS. It’s inspiring to read about positive people within our organization. […]
Clothing retailer Forever 21 has introduced an officially licensed Postal Service apparel line that features vintage USPS logos and designs from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. “The collaboration will generate royalty revenue for the Postal Service and build brand awareness among a younger audience,” said Brand Marketing Executive Director Chris Karpenko. The apparel line includes […]
The Postal Service wants to ensure employees understand how advanced annual leave works. Advanced annual leave describes the amount of annual leave that the organization “advances” to eligible employees at the beginning of each year. If you’re a full-time, part-time regular or non-traditional full-time career employee, you receive advanced annual leave. This number is shown […]
Steven Phelps has been named the Postal Service’s acting vice president of pricing and costing. In this role, Phelps will oversee the development and implementation of pricing strategy, costing and regulatory reporting for all USPS products in an effort to strengthen the mailing experience for all customers. Phelps, a 34-year employee, previously served as pricing […]