Pomfret Center, CT, Rural Carrier Associate Patricia Durell was delivering mail recently when she noticed a downed tree on fire in the middle of the road. The road was a dead end, so Durell knew some residents might be trapped if the fire spread. She called 911 and waited for firefighters to arrive and extinguish […]
With national, state and local primaries wrapping up and the Nov. 8 general election on the horizon, the Postal Bulletin’s latest issue highlights Election Mail and Political Mail. Franked Mail, the Hatch Act, vote-by-mail, the differences between Election Mail and Political Mail and frequently asked questions are included. The issue also previews the Star Quilts, […]
The Postal Service is upgrading equipment, investing in new technology and working with vendors to ensure customers pay accurate postage. Insufficient postage, which usually stems from incorrect weight or package dimensions, costs USPS millions of dollars in lost revenue each year. To reduce these shortfalls, the Postal Service is upgrading its network of scales and […]
Broadway theater fans will turn their attention to the Tony Awards this weekend, with many new devotees drawn to the immensely popular “Hamilton.” The hip-hop-and-history-infused musical, fresh off receiving the Pulitzer Prize for drama, goes into the Tonys with a record-setting 16 nominations. The 70th annual event honors performers, writers, directors and others behind the […]
The effectiveness of Political Mail made the front page of USA Today this week. One of the newspaper’s signature snapshots showcases recent research that demonstrates direct mail’s appeal to younger voters. The graphic highlights a statistic that shows 40 percent of voters ages 18-34 read Political Mail, compared to 18 percent of other likely voters. […]
When working outside the office, disable remote connectivity and Bluetooth capabilities on your USPS-provided devices to prevent them from connecting to unsecure wireless networks. Use the Virtual Private Network (VPN) to connect to the Postal Service intranet. Request VPN access through eAccess. The CyberSafe at USPS site has additional tips. […]
“It’s important that employees at every level feel part of the organization. Every employee matters, and as leaders, we must create an engaging atmosphere in our daily work interactions.” […]
Time after time, our employees rise to the occasion, despite possible peril to themselves. These employees may not consider themselves heroes, but if they aren’t, then they are the next best possible thing. […]
Bloomingdale, IL, Letter Carrier Joyce Kolanowski was delivering mail recently when she encountered a young girl who was locked out of her house and crying. The child had been dismissed from school early and no one was home. Kolanowski called police, who contacted the child’s mother. […]
Postal Service employees have experience dealing with bad weather — especially in South Florida, which is prone to hurricanes and tropical storms. The organization has educated the region’s 11,000 employees about the importance of keeping the mail moving throughout this year’s hurricane season, which began June 1 and will continue into the fall. “Now more than […]
Reminder: Charitable solicitation and sales activities not affiliated with the Postal Service are not allowed on USPS property. Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) activities are the only forms of charitable fundraising permitted on postal property. Managers should not allow other on-site charitable or promotional activities by non-postal organizations, including mail or telephone solicitation directed to employees. […]
An Inverted Jenny stamp that was stolen six decades ago has been returned to its owner. Collector Ethel Stewart McCoy bought a block of four Inverted Jennys and allowed the American Philatelic Society to exhibit them at a Virginia convention in 1955. The stamps disappeared from a display case there, although two were later recovered. […]
Free shipping trumps all. Online shoppers are more likely to buy from a business that offers free deliveries or to delay their purchase because they expect another merchant to offer free shipping, according to new research by Canada Post. Seventy percent of consumers would shop more often with merchants that offer free shipping, the study found. Free […]
“There is no such thing as creative accounting. There are answers to every accounting question.” […]
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To avoid delays, it’s best to enter training records in the Learning Management System’s After-the-Fact section during non-peak hours (before 9 a.m. or after 4 p.m. CST). Also, enter your information in small chunks using individual employee identification numbers. […]
Pittsford, VT, Rural Carrier George Clifford was delivering mail recently when he encountered a man who was lying in the road and not breathing. Clifford called 911 and performed CPR until the man resumed breathing. Paramedics arrived and provided further assistance. […]
“Sarah’s smile” was a heartwarming, amazing story. The Postal Service is such a loving and caring organization. I am truly glad to be a part of this family. […]
The Postal Service introduced several products at this week’s World Stamp Show. The offerings include “The World Stamp Show Souvenir Portfolio,” a coffee table book; the 2015 eGuide to U.S. Stamps, a digital version of “The Postal Service Guide to U.S. Stamps, 42nd Edition;” and the USPS StampApp, the only official U.S. stamp collecting app. […]
A rare, original Inverted Jenny stamp was acquired for more than $1 million during an auction at this week’s World Stamp Show in New York City. The stamp sold for $1.17 million, although the winner will actually pay $1.3 million when all the fees are added in. “There were more than a dozen people in […]
PMG Megan J. Brennan has announced the appointments of Edward F. Phelan as Northeast Area vice president and Kevin L. McAdams as Delivery Operations vice president. Phelan oversees all operations in the area, which encompasses several states and has approximately 90,000 employees, 4,000 delivery and retail units and 45 plants. Phelan, a 37-year employee, has […]
The Postal Service’s national scanning rating was 97.54 percent during the week ending May 27, up from the previous week. Thirty-eight districts and three areas exceeded the national average. Portland (98.47 percent) led the districts, while Western (97.83 percent) topped the areas. Scanning allows customers to track their packages and other mail. It also helps […]
The Postal Service dedicated several stamps at the World Stamp Show during the Memorial Day weekend. The Honoring Extraordinary Heroism: The Service Cross Medals stamps were dedicated May 30 at the show, which is being held this week in New York City. Chief Information Officer Kristin Seaver dedicated the stamps, which honor military service members […]
Way to go Nashville, TN, Retail Associate Kerry Williams. You’re the kind of employee I want to greet me as a customer. […]
West Alexandria, OH, Retail Associate Kelly Haynes was approached recently by a new customer at the office. The customer inquired about a Priority Mail Express package due to arrive that day. Since the package had not arrived yet, Haynes asked the man where the parcel was addressed so it could be held for pickup. After […]
“I like that on Stamp out Hunger food drive day, everybody is happy. For me it’s like Christmas.” […]
Read More… from Fredericksburg, VA, Letter Carrier Paula Schenemann
To avoid interruptions when taking eLearning courses, post a “Student in Training” note at your work station. Focus on the course to gain a positive outcome. […]
The Postal Service’s national scanning rating was 97.52 percent during the week ending May 20, up from the previous week. Thirty-seven districts and two areas exceeded the national average. Dakotas (98.4 percent) led the districts, while Western (97.86 percent) topped the areas. Scanning allows customers to track their packages and other mail. It also helps […]
The USPS workplaces that performed well on the latest Postal Pulse survey range from small Post Offices to larger district-level offices, but they all have one thing in common: leaders who make employee engagement a priority. Engagement refers to employees’ involvement, enthusiasm and commitment to their organization. The survey measures engagement using a scale of […]
The Postal Service will honor the first flyby of Pluto when it dedicates the Pluto — Explored! stamp May 31. The stamp features an image of Pluto taken by NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft at its closest approach during the 2015 mission. To mark the inaugural exploration, NASA affixed USPS’s 1991 Pluto stamp, which bore the words “Not […]
The Environmental Protection Agency recently honored Sustainability Performance Management Specialist Ron Robbins for his contributions as a member of the U.S. Sustainable Acquisition and Materials Management (SAMM) Interagency Workgroup. The SAMM group was awarded a Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award for its efforts to promote the purchase and use of products that perform […]