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US Stamps Aug 7, 2025, 9 AM
Prospectus available for fall Aapex show
by Linn’s StaffThe deadline to submit the prospectus is Sept. 29, or until frames are filled. -
US Stamps Aug 6, 2025, 12 PM
Boston 2026 stamps to debut Aug. 14 at Great American Stamp Show
by Charles Snee“These two stamps highlight the special role of Boston in the American Revolution as the U.S. Postal Service prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation,” the USPS said. -
US Stamps Aug 6, 2025, 8 AM
2025 Great American Stamp Show offers a full slate of events
by Linn’s StaffThe U.S. Postal Service, a co-sponsor of the show, will have a large booth with current U.S. stamps and other products for sale. -
World Stamps Aug 5, 2025, 11 AM
What’s new for 2026 Scott Standard Volume 4 and 5
by Jay BigalkeThe Boston 2026 World Expo and the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary are being celebrated on the cover of the 2026 Scott catalogs. -
World Stamps Aug 5, 2025, 8 AM
A tale of postcards when stamps aren’t available
by Jay BigalkePhilately is as much about human endeavor as it is about adhesives and cancellations. -
World Stamps Aug 4, 2025, 2 PM
Exhibition deadline nears for Boston 2026 World Expo
by Linn’s StaffAcceptance notifications for philatelic exhibits are anticipated by mid-November. -
US Stamps Aug 4, 2025, 12 PM
Menuz, Schwartz, Liao receive 2025 APS Luff awards
by Linn’s StaffThe 2025 Luff awards will be presented Aug. 16 at the Great American Stamp Show in Schaumburg, Ill. -
US Stamps Aug 4, 2025, 9 AM
Postcrossing postcard designs revealed for 2025 Linn’s meetups at Great American Stamp Show
by Jay BigalkeThese limited-edition cards continue Linn’s Stamp News’ tradition of combining education, creativity, and connection — three hallmarks of the Postcrossing community. -
US Stamps Jul 31, 2025, 12 PM
Neil, Dixon, Stone, Dunn inducted into APS hall of fame
by Linn’s StaffEach year the APS Hall of Fame Committee selects nominees, submitting its recommendations to the APS president, with the APS board of directors then electing the new inductees. -
Auctions Jul 31, 2025, 8 AM
Rare Argentina and Hungary invert errors in Aug. 19-20 Cherrystone auction of U.S. and worldwide stamps and covers
by Charles SneeAccording to Cherrystone, the auction will open with United States stamps and covers. There will be numerous rarities and stamps with graded certificates. -
US Stamps Jul 30, 2025, 9 AM
Self-nominations open for American First Day Cover Society board of directors
by Linn’s StaffThe American First Day Cover Society is the largest not-for-profit first-day-cover society in the world, with members in more than a dozen countries. -
Postal Updates Jul 29, 2025, 12 PM
Connecticut museum remembers Owney USPS postal pup
by Linn’s StaffIn 2011 the USPS issued a nondenominated (44¢) forever stamp (Scott 4547) celebrating Owney and his role as the nation’s postal dog. -
Postal Updates Jul 29, 2025, 8 AM
New sprayed-on postmark for the U.S. mail service 250
by Jay BigalkeA new sprayed-on postmark celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States Postal Service began appearing on mail in July 2025. -
World Stamps Jul 28, 2025, 11 AM
Canada Post recognizes civilian internment with July 17 stamp issue
by David HartwigThe stamp features barbed wire over bilingual vertical red text set against a gray background. -
US Stamps Jul 28, 2025, 8 AM
APS and APRL announce recipients of 2025 Carter, Peterson, Allen and Mueller awards
by Linn’s StaffThe various awards recognize exceptional volunteer efforts and achievements in philatelic literature. -
World Stamps Jul 24, 2025, 12 PM
UNPA No Nukes stamps to debut Aug. 14 in Schaumburg, Illinois
by David HartwigThe three stamps are issued in panes of 10, with each pane holding stamps from a different United Nations post office. -
US Stamps Jul 24, 2025, 8 AM
Haimann receives 2025 APS Kehr award
by Linn’s StaffA stamp collector since the age of 7 and an APS member since the age of 10, Haimann has never met a stamp or cover he didn’t like. -
Postal Updates Jul 23, 2025, 1 PM
Steiner assumes duties as nation’s 76th postmaster general
by Linn’s StaffThe Postal Service’s board of governors selected David Steiner, the former president and CEO of Waste Management, for the role during its May 9 meeting. -
US Stamps Jul 23, 2025, 10 AM
Stamp encore voting launches and includes Mister Rogers, Disney, Peanuts, and more
by Linn's StaffIn celebration of its 250th anniversary, the United States Postal Service is inviting the public to vote on a previously issued U.S. postage stamp to be reissued in 2026. -
US Stamps Jul 23, 2025, 9 AM
USPS introduces new merchandise promoting Boston 2026 show
by Jay BigalkeThese new items were revealed in the Summer 2025 edition of the USA Philatelic catalog, and they tie in perfectly with the upcoming Boston 2026 World Expo stamps.



















