Phoenix Letter Carrier Irma Gonzales-Trante was delivering mail recently when she encountered a woman who was carrying a child who had stopped breathing. Gonzales-Trante performed CPR and revived the child, who was later taken to a hospital and placed in an intensive care unit. The child has recovered and is now home. “Without our carrier’s […]
“Safety is a shared responsibility, and it has to be in your walk, not just your talk. Accidents are preventable.” […]
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Northeast Area VP Richard P. Uluski will retire June 3 after 36 years with the Postal Service. Uluski has led the area — which spans several states and territories and has 90,000 employees — since 2011. He oversaw numerous consolidations and the opening of two processing and distribution centers, as well as the introduction of […]
Postal Service employees must follow rules established by the Hatch Act, a law that prohibits federal workers from engaging in some political activities. USPS wants employees to be familiar with these rules, particularly during presidential election years. The Hatch Act aims to protect federal employees from political coercion in the workplace and ensure that programs […]
Interested in organizing an Earth Day event or finding tips on going green? Sustainability has introduced an Earth Day site on Blue to provide employees with recycling and waste reduction resources. This site has information on low-cost and free actions you can take to conserve natural resources, as well as tips on forming a lean […]
The Postal Service’s national scanning rating was 97.32 percent during the week ending April 15, up from the previous week. Forty-two districts exceeded the national average, led by Portland (98.26 percent). Three areas beat the national number, beginning with Western (97.67 percent). Scanning allows customers to track their packages and other mail. It also helps […]
Washington state’s Mount Rainier — the most glaciated peak in the contiguous United States — highlights the 13th stamp celebrating the National Park Service’s centennial. The image, which USPS previewed April 20, shows the iconic mountain against a swirling canopy of stars. The stamp is one of 16 on a pane that will be dedicated […]
Glendale, AZ, Letter Carrier Brian Johnson, you’re an alert and thoughtful person. I’m proud of you. […]
Retail units can issue local refunds for a maximum of $1,000. Refunds for $25 or less can be paid in cash. However, retail units cannot locally refund balances from customer trust accounts, regardless of the amount. Single drawer accountability offices are limited to cash refunds of $25, with the exception of PO Box cash refunds. […]
“I love educating our customers about the services we provide and talking to them about how exciting it is to receive something in the mail.” […]
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Sabetha, KS, Letter Carrier Heather Kaiser was delivering mail recently when a homeowner got her attention by knocking on a window from inside the house. The man, who used a walker and could not speak English, had fallen and needed help. Kaiser called 911 and stayed with him until first responders arrived. “I was so […]
The Postal Bulletin’s latest issue highlights USPS promotions for commercial mailers. The promotions include discounts to businesses that use augmented reality and other features to enliven their mailings. The promotions are part of Irresistible Mail, an initiative that helps businesses learn to produce more sophisticated mailings. The April 14 Postal Bulletin also has stamp updates, […]
Postal Inspectors helped place a commemorative stone in a Detroit park April 12, one of several events held across the nation this week to honor crime victims. “We must always take action to ensure crime victims are never forgotten,” said Detroit Postal Inspector in Charge E.C. Woodson. “After the headlines, after the convictions and after […]
The ninth entry on the upcoming pane of National Park Service stamps will showcase Gulf Islands National Seashore, which spans Florida and Mississippi. The stamp image, previewed April 14, features a long-legged waterbird, one of 300 bird species found along the Gulf Islands. Twelve federally listed threatened or endangered species call the islands home. The […]
The Postal Service is moving packages faster than ever in San Francisco District, where one facility has used state-of-the-art equipment to set a sorting record. The Burlingame Priority Mail Annex recently installed the Small Parcel Sorting System (SPSS), which sorts packages that weigh 20 pounds or less — the kind many retailers use to fulfill […]
USPS reminds employees to provide safe and convenient access to postal property for all customers and co-workers on Tax Day, which is Monday, April 18. Postmasters should make sure customers and others obey regulations on permissible activities. No one should obstruct entrances or impede public access to postal property. Soliciting contributions or collecting signatures on […]
“I drive defensively and always look out for other drivers because so many of them will do things on the road that you have to be ready to react to.” […]
Mena, AR, Rural Carrier Sandy Rummell recently called 911 when she noticed a building burning next to a customer’s house. She also alerted the customer, who safely escaped before firefighters arrived and extinguished the blaze. The customer was grateful for Rummell’s actions. […]
San Jose, CA, Mail Processing Clerk David Yu is a perfect example of a dedicated employee performing his job. Thank you, David. Your smile is contagious. […]
A Priority Mail Regional Rate Box (RRB) is a low-cost shipping alternative for commercial, retail and online customers. RRBs come in multiple sizes. […]
The Postal Service reminds employees about the procedures used to handle Franked Mail, which refers to official correspondence sent by members of Congress and other authorized users. Franked Mail is identified by the member’s facsimile signature — the frank — in the upper right corner of the envelope or label in place of a postage […]
USPS offers several products and services to help customers meet this year’s April 18 tax mailing deadline, including: Extended hours. Customers can use the PO Locator tool on usps.com to find Post Offices that will stay open later April 18. Proof of mailing options. Several services are available for customers who want to show their […]
Scammers and hackers make it their priority to try to steal your money and personal information. To help consumers identify and avoid online and mail scams, the CyberSafe at USPS team and the Postal Inspection Service offer these tips: Always safeguard your online identity and personal information. Screen incoming calls and block unwanted contact from […]
USPS will showcase Everglades National Park on this year’s sixth park stamp. The stamp image, unveiled April 11, shows the sun setting among pine trees and grasses in the park, which spans the South Florida peninsula and covers 1.5 million acres. The stamp will be one of 16 on a pane that commemorates the National […]
USPS is thanking employees who participated in the most recent Postal Pulse survey — and reminding them there are more ways to share their feedback The Postal Service will conduct the survey twice this year and use the feedback gathered to make workplace changes and improvements. More than 175,000 employees participated in the latest survey, […]
Messages or notifications that require immediate action or request personal information may be phishing lures designed to steal your ID and password. The CyberSafe at USPS site has more information. […]
“Passport fairs help USPS increase revenue and provide a vital service for travelers. When customers think of getting a passport, we want them to think of the Postal Service.” […]
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Baxter, MN, Rural Carrier Daniel True recently became concerned when he noticed a customer hadn’t collected her mail in several days. True alerted a neighbor, who checked on the woman and found her lying on a floor, where she had fallen and injured herself days earlier. The woman was taken to a hospital, where she […]
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USPS has tools to help Post Offices strengthen package delivery, Consumer and Industry Affairs VP Jim Nemec says in his latest “Point of View” video. Although the Postal Service is known for its reliability, problems sometimes occur. The organization spends several million dollars each year addressing complaints from package customers. “This is a cost we […]