POSTAL UPDATES
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May 23, 2023, 14:00 PM
D.C. appeals court declares restrictions on USPS customized stamp program unconstitutional
by Linn’s StaffThe U.S. Postal Service ultimately ended its customized stamp program in June 2020. -
May 20, 2023, 09:00 AM
New U.S. Postal Service Ground Advantage package service set to begin July 9
by Linn’s StaffThe new package service will provide a more affordable way to mail packages weighing up to 70 pounds in two to five business days. -
May 19, 2023, 09:00 AM
DeJoy cites progress two years into 10-year Delivering for America plan
by Linn’s StaffAccording to DeJoy, the USPS has reduced projected losses during the 10-year Delivering for America plan from $160 billion to approximately $70 billion. -
May 12, 2023, 09:30 AM
Delivery of USPS electric delivery vehicles delayed to June 2024
by Linn’s StaffIn March 2022, the Postal Service initially placed a $2.98 billion order for 50,000 Next Generation vehicles. -
Apr 24, 2023, 10:30 AM
Writer Robert E. Howard, ‘Weird Tales’ on postmark
by Molly GoadThe Cross Plains, Texas, cancellation coincides with Howard Days 2023 (April 28-29), an annual event honoring Howard’s life and legacy. -
Apr 10, 2023, 15:26 PM
USPS first-class mail rates set to increase July 9
by Linn’s StaffPostage for a 1-ounce first-class letter will increase by 3¢, from 63¢ to 66¢. -
Apr 7, 2023, 10:30 AM
Cincinnati’s illustrious Union Terminal turns 90 with celebrations, postmark
by Molly GoadThe United States Postal Service has issued a postmark for Cincinnati’s art-deco-style Union Terminal. -
Mar 23, 2023, 13:00 PM
Black History Month postmark captures culture, music, and ritual
by Molly GoadThe United States Postal Service has extended the availability of a postmark for Black History Month. -
Mar 10, 2023, 08:00 AM
New customs regulations in effect for U.S. international packages to the European Union
by Linn’s StaffEffective July 2021, all shipments to European Union member countries had to include a formal customs declaration. -
Mar 8, 2023, 12:00 PM
Sixth grader’s postmark highlights county’s farming, aerospace roots
by Molly GoadAuglaize County in northwestern Ohio turned 175 years old on Feb. 14, and a postal cancellation was a part of the festivities. -
Feb 24, 2023, 12:00 PM
USPS proposes changes to address surge in use of counterfeit stamps
by Linn’s StaffThe changes to the Postal Service’s Domestic Mail Manual will allow the agency to treat items in the mail bearing counterfeit stamps as abandoned. -
Feb 23, 2023, 08:15 AM
School bus drivers praised on South Carolina postmark
by Molly GoadVarious essential workers have been featured on postmarks over the years. -
Feb 20, 2023, 12:00 PM
Space Foundation to honor USPS for space-themed stamps
by Linn’s StaffThe award will be presented April 17 during the opening ceremonies of the foundation’s Space Symposium in Colorado Springs, Colo. -
Feb 14, 2023, 13:00 PM
Postal Service to launch USPS Ground Advantage service July 9
by Charles SneeThe new service will feature two-day to five-day delivery service standards for packages that weigh up to 70 pounds. -
Jan 31, 2023, 10:00 AM
Send a ‘sweet, simple message’ with a postmark from Bliss, N.Y.
by Molly GoadA second postmark offering sentiments of love comes from Romeo, Mich. -
Jan 24, 2023, 12:00 PM
Send affection with a conversation hearts postmark
by Molly GoadThe valentine remailing program in Loveland, Colo., has been spreading the love for 77 years. -
Jan 19, 2023, 10:49 AM
Royal Mail resumes export of international mail
by David HartwigOn Jan. 18 Great Britain’s Royal Mail resumed the export of international mail that does not require a customs declaration. -
Jan 18, 2023, 11:23 AM
Cyber incident continues for Royal Mail
by David HartwigGreat Britain’s Royal Mail has reported a cyber incident and is temporarily unable to send international mail. The disruption may have been caused by Russian criminals using ransomware. -
Jan 13, 2023, 12:04 PM
Royal Mail experiences cyber incident
by David HartwigGreat Britain’s Royal Mail has reported a cyber incident and is temporarily unable to send international mail. -
Jan 6, 2023, 12:00 PM
Postal issues may take back seat under new House leadership
by Bill McAllisterRepublicans on the House Oversight and Reform Committee have been highly protective of Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and his Delivering for America plan.
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