He began his USPS career as a mechanical engineer
Bombaugh retires as chief technology officer
Mail
Featured reader quote
“I am in awe of Tonia Lott. It’s amazing that she turned her son’s passing into a way of helping others.”
— Jessica Sanders, Tatamy, PA
More stamp release dates are announced
The lineup includes SpongeBob SquarePants, 250 Years of Delivering and Holiday Cheer
Heroes
He stepped up to help
This employee aided a customer who fell down the stairs of his foyer
People
Moving the mail and lifting morale
Two handlers talk shop and a Post Office promotes stamp collecting
News Quiz
Looking nifty at 250
Have you watched the video for the USPS anniversary stamps?
Week in Review
Here’s what Link covered June 29-July 5
The bonded histories of the US and USPS, stamp release dates and a heroic rescue made news
Atlantic Area has a new vice president
Michael Rakes joined USPS as a letter carrier in 1996
It’s a day to celebrate America — and USPS
Mail
Featured reader quote
“I like Stephanie Barnhill’s suggestion that USPS re-release some of its U.S. Flag stamps. I believe people would buy them. I know I would.”
— Paul Ragland, Cheyenne, WY
USPS to implement second phase of service standard refinements
Milestones
Appointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS announcements
Do you know what arthritis is?
The ailment causing joint swelling and pain can be managed
Employees, contractors to get survey about computer usage
Employees have August deadlines for cybersecurity training
Use multifactor authentication? You’ll need to set a backup
Postal Bulletin offers tips about passwords, PINs
Fireworks are fun, but they don’t belong in the mail
Protecting the mail is job No. 1
Employees should never steal, delay or destroy letters and packages
Do you know what to do if attacked by ransomware?
Mail
Featured reader quote
“I’m sure folks who remember having someone read ‘Goodnight Moon’ to them as children will be touched by the Postal Service’s new video promoting its new Goodnight Moon...”
— Kristy Stanley, Little Rock, AR
This video previews an upcoming USPS booklet
‘Putting a Stamp on the American Experience’ will be released in July
Heroes
He saw a shed on fire and took action
This rural carrier called 911 and alerted the homeowners
Week in Review
Here’s what Link covered June 22-28
Mail’s hold on college-bound seniors and a story of grief and resilience made news
Mail
Featured reader quote
“I love the 250 Years of Delivering stamp video, which really shows how the Postal Service is part of the community. It’s great to see the letter carrier return home with the toy...”
— Amy Sentell, Morristown, TN
Column highlights
USPS events
Trending stories
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American Postal Workers Union approves new contract with USPS
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Post Offices to get items to promote 250th anniversary
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More stamp release dates are announced
The lineup includes SpongeBob SquarePants, 250 Years of Delivering and Holiday Cheer
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Bombaugh retires as chief technology officer
He began his USPS career as a mechanical engineer