POSTAL UPDATES
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Jun 12, 2025, 08:30 AM
Canada Post, Canadian Union of Postal Workers continue negotiations
by David HartwigThe legal strike action began May 23 after existing collective agreements between Canada Post and Canadian Union of Postal Workers ended May 22. -
Jun 11, 2025, 13:00 PM
Colorado hot springs town celebrates 60th year of festival
by Linn’s StaffLocated 95 miles northwest of Denver, the area that is now Hot Sulphur Springs was first discovered in the 16th century by the Ute Native American tribe. -
Jun 5, 2025, 09:00 AM
U.S. Postal Service’s National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign launched June 1
by Linn’s StaffThe theme of this year’s campaign is “Secure Your Dog, Keep Deliveries on Track,” according to the Postal Service. -
Jun 2, 2025, 12:00 PM
Canada Post warns of delays after union initiates strike action
by David HartwigThe legal strike action means that union employees are called on to refuse to work more than eight hours in a day and refuse to work more than 40 hours in a week. -
May 27, 2025, 12:00 PM
Eubanks, King, Maselis to receive Smithsonian Philatelic Achievement Award
by Linn’s StaffThe awardees will be honored at a gala at the National Postal Museum in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, Nov. 8. -
May 26, 2025, 08:30 AM
Wisconsin city honors Norway constitution anniversary
by Linn’s StaffAmong Norwegians Syttende Mai, or Constitution Day, is the national day of Norway and is an official public holiday observed on May 17 each year. -
May 19, 2025, 08:15 AM
USPS board of governors appoints Steiner as nation’s 76th postmaster general
by Linn’s StaffThe board reported that Steiner will assume his new position in July, following successful completion of ethics and security clearance processes. -
May 15, 2025, 12:00 PM
USPS recommends price increases for Priority Mail, other shipping services
by Linn’s StaffThe changes, which have been approved by the Postal Service’s board of governors, must be reviewed by the Postal Regulatory Commission. -
May 14, 2025, 13:00 PM
North Carolina library celebrates 100 years of service
by Linn’s StaffTo celebrate the centennial of its founding, the Lincoln County Public Library in Lincolnton, N.C., offered a postmark on May 3. -
May 8, 2025, 12:00 PM
Acting PMG Doug Tulino gives keynote address at 2025 National Postal Forum
by Linn’s StaffThe National Postal Forum, which opened April 27 and ran through April 30 this year, brings together thousands of businesses, mailing industry leaders and technology providers. -
May 7, 2025, 14:48 PM
FedEx board member Steiner likely to become Postal Service’s next postmaster general
by Linn’s StaffIf approved by the board of governors, Steiner would replace Louis DeJoy, who resigned as postmaster general on March 24. -
May 7, 2025, 12:00 PM
New stamps planned for USPS 250th anniversary
by Jay BigalkeTo honor this milestone, the Postal Service has introduced a new “Eagle in Flight” symbol. -
May 6, 2025, 13:00 PM
Wisconsin newspaper uses Apple AirTags to track delivery delays
by Linn’s StaffThis strategy aimed to pinpoint where and why delays occur, particularly those affecting subscribers in rural areas. -
Apr 30, 2025, 10:45 AM
Centennial of USPS special handling service
by Jay BigalkeOriginally created at a time when parcel post volume was growing rapidly, special handling filled a critical need for more delicate shipments. -
Apr 28, 2025, 12:00 PM
Honoring the World War II U.S. ‘Six Triple Eight’ postal battalion
by Linn’s StaffUpon their arrival to Birmingham, England, in February 1945, the battalion inherited a mail system in severe disarray. -
Apr 22, 2025, 12:00 PM
Royal Mail unveils a solar-powered postbox
by Linn’s StaffThe new postbox allows for larger parcels than postboxes can currently accept, while letters can still be posted in a separate opening on the postbox. -
Apr 15, 2025, 13:00 PM
Postmark celebrates hospital water tower with 130 years of history
by Linn’s StaffThe tower has three water storage tanks inside that can hold more than 200,000 gallons of water. Above the tanks is a lookout area with a steeply pitched roof covered with copper sheeting. -
Apr 9, 2025, 15:48 PM
USPS plans 5¢ letter rate increase, other price hikes for July 13
by Linn's StaffThe United States Postal Service announced April 9 that it will boost the price of a first-class forever stamp to 78¢, a 5¢ increase from the current 73¢ price. -
Apr 3, 2025, 08:00 AM
Duncan resigns from USPS board for health reasons
by Linn's StaffRobert M. “Mike” Duncan, a governor of the United States Postal Service, announced his immediate resignation March 27 from the board because of health reasons. -
Apr 1, 2025, 12:00 PM
Shamrock, Texas, celebrates St. Patrick’s Day
by Linn’s StaffEach year Shamrock holds a St. Patrick’s Day celebration, the brainchild of local bandmaster Glenn Truax in 1937.
Headlines
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Postal Updates Jun 11, 2025, 1 PM
Colorado hot springs town celebrates 60th year of festival
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World Stamps Jun 11, 2025, 10 AM
Royal Mail celebrates the Royal Observatory Greenwich in June 12 issue
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World Stamps Jun 11, 2025, 8 AM
Market volatility affecting catalog values of PRC stamps
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World Stamps Jun 10, 2025, 12 PM
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