POSTAL UPDATES
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Aug 30, 2023, 10:45 AM
Kennedy Space Center post office to close in late September
by Charles J. Vukotich Jr.The closure means there will no longer be a postmark from Kennedy Space Center. -
Aug 28, 2023, 07:45 AM
Four postmarks commemorate 100 years of cacheted FDCs
by Molly GoadThe postmarks were issued each day of the Great American Stamp Show Aug. 10-13 in Cleveland, Ohio. -
Aug 17, 2023, 11:00 AM
USPS records losses for third quarter of 2023
by Allen AbelThe posted loss for the third quarter was $1.7 billion, compared to a reported profit in the spring of 2022 of $59.7 billion. -
Aug 16, 2023, 18:00 PM
Gicker, former director of stamp services, no longer an employee of USPS
by Allen AbelDuring his quarter century at the USPS, Gicker served as art director and quality control supervisor for hundreds of stamp releases. -
Aug 14, 2023, 11:30 AM
National Postal Museum celebrates 30th anniversary
by Allen AbelWith an average rating of 4.5 stars out of 5 on Trip Advisor, the National Postal Museum is ranked No. 18 out of 498 “things to do in Washington.” -
Aug 12, 2023, 10:00 AM
This Michigan pictorial postmark is full of bologna
by Molly GoadSince 1989, the Yale Bologna Festival has been a staple for the small community of roughly 1,910. -
Aug 4, 2023, 09:00 AM
Former postmaster recalls a 30-year career in tiny Ash, N.C.
by Allen AbelEvery post office has a story to deliver, if you open an ear to listen. In tiny Ash, this is largely the history of a man named Waburn Walton. -
Aug 3, 2023, 08:00 AM
House postal clerk at her station for July 21 first day of John Lewis stamp
by Allen AbelDeep below the main floor of the Longworth House Office Building, Joan Kelsey was behind the post office counter. -
Aug 1, 2023, 11:30 AM
Collect 17 California State Fair postmarks
by Molly GoadAttendees could stop by the booth daily to obtain an official fair postmark. A new design was available each day reflecting one of the day’s events or other fair attractions. -
Jul 21, 2023, 09:00 AM
USPS rolls out Ground Advantage package service
by Allen AbelGround Advantage will include free pick-up and $100 insurance for each parcel. -
Jul 20, 2023, 18:15 PM
Bobb-Semple appointed acting director of USPS stamp services June 16
by Allen AbelBobb-Semple’s appointment was made June 16 but was not publicly revealed by the USPS until July 3. -
Jul 17, 2023, 10:45 AM
Amid improving delivery scores, USPS cites more than 400 undelivered packages containing human remains
by Allen AbelAccording to a July 5 USPS Office of Inspector General audit report, as of Feb. 27, there were 452 undeliverable and/or unidentifiable cremated remains packages at the mail recovery center in Atlanta. -
Jul 13, 2023, 08:00 AM
Hotchner, Sundman, Trepel to receive NPM philatelic achievement award Nov. 4 in Washington, D.C.
by Linn’s StaffThe award was established in 2002 to honor and celebrate living individuals for outstanding lifetime achievement in the field of philately. -
Jul 7, 2023, 09:00 AM
The old runny postcard that changed a woman’s life forever
by Allen AbelHow many lives have been altered by a card, a letter, or a lovingly packed carton containing a family’s treasure? -
Jul 6, 2023, 13:00 PM
Creative postmark design embraces ‘rails to trails’ theme
by Molly GoadWhite Cloud, Mich., celebrated 150 years with activities July 7-9. -
Jun 27, 2023, 13:00 PM
Introducing new columnist covering U.S. postal services
by Jay BigalkeExperienced journalist Allen Abel will be covering the postal news beat and brings with him a wealth of knowledge with regard to reporting. -
Jun 26, 2023, 08:00 AM
More than 5,300 USPS employees attacked by dogs in 2022
by Allen AbelThe theme of National Dog Bite Awareness Week this year was “Even good dogs have bad days.” -
Jun 23, 2023, 09:00 AM
Cat’n Around Catskill art show offers pictorial postmark
by Molly GoadThe 17th annual Cat’n Around Catskill art show in Catskill, N.Y., is in full swing, and the postmark shown here is one way to join the fun. -
Jun 10, 2023, 09:00 AM
The June 1 postmark is the last from Fort Bragg, N.C.
by Molly GoadThe United States. Postal Service has issued two pictorial cancellations marking the renaming of the Fort Bragg, N.C., military base to Fort Liberty. -
May 31, 2023, 14:00 PM
USPS board member Hajjar supportive of stamps, mail
by Jay BigalkeAnton G. Hajjar’s current term on the USPS board of governors expires Dec. 8, 2023.
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