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Mother Teresa Honored on U.S. Stamp

September 9, 2010

WASHINGTON — With this 44-cent stamp, the U.S. Postal Service today recognized Mother Teresa, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 for her humanitarian work. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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Thousands of Postal Service Drivers Pass 1 Million Accident–Free Miles

September 6, 2010

WASHINGTON — Americans hitting the road this Labor Day weekend should consider some advice from the U.S. Postal Service. According to the National Safety Council, nearly 5,900 postal employees have achieved a unique distinction most of us never approach in a lifetime — driving more than 1 million, accident-free miles. Read full postal service article: [...]

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Ex-Houston letter carrier faces mail theft charge

September 2, 2010

Ex-Houston letter carrier faces mail theft charge A former letter carrier technician for the U.S. Postal Service has been arrested after his indictment on a charge of theft of U.S. mail Read more on ABC 13 Houston

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Priority Mail Added as Service Option for Tobacco Shipments to APO/FPO/DPO Destinations

August 25, 2010

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service is modifying mailing regulations of tobacco shipments from the U.S. to APO/FPO/DPO destinations by expanding shipping options to include Priority Mail service with Delivery Confirmation. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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The 2005 Commemorative Stamp Yearbook

August 20, 2010

Product Description This year, the U.S. Postal Service’s commemorative stamp program encourages us to look beyond ourselves and strive for great things. From legendary figures such as Ronald Reagan and Arthur Ashe to awe-inspiring creations such as skyscrapers and sports cars, the 2005 stamps showcase a variety of subjects from the worlds of nature, science, [...]

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U.S. Postal Service Seeks Reclassification of Standard Parcels

August 19, 2010

WASHINGTON — In a move designed to maintain true value in a competitive shipping market, the U.S. Postal Service has asked the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) to reclassify some Standard Mail parcels to complement its current shipping product line. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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USA Philatelic magazine, 2010-Volume 15/Quarter 2-Official U.S. Postal Service catalog featuring new stamps and first day covers offered by the U.S.P.S. Cover is one of several different ones featuring Shelter Dogs and Cats.

August 15, 2010

New, unread, copy. No mailing label. Product DescriptionQuarterly U.S.P.S. publication featuring new stamps and first day covers. USA Philatelic magazine, 2010-Volume 15/Quarter 2-Official U.S. Postal Service catalog featuring new stamps and first day covers offered by the U.S.P.S. Cover is one of several different ones featuring Shelter Dogs and Cats.

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Winslow Homer Classic Portrait Featured in American Treasures Stamp Series

August 4, 2010

The U.S. Postal Service will pay tribute to Winslow Homer, an American artist honoring his works with the issuance of a commemorative stamp. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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Print Catalogs Deliver Digital Orders

July 20, 2010

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service is reaching out to e-tailers with a campaign showcasing the power of catalogs with the potential to double online transactions and achieve revenue lift of over 100 percent by creating print extensions of their Internet shopping websites. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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Recycling in Post Offices Expanding

June 29, 2010

WASHINGTON — More than 200,000 tons, and counting. That’s how much paper, plastics and other waste the U.S. Postal Service recycled in 2009, representing a decrease in its greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.67 million barrels of oil. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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Postal Service Sending Military Mail to Haiti

June 29, 2010

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service is delivering letters and packages bound for members of the U.S. Armed Forces deployed to Haiti as part of Operation Unified Response. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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Postal Service Moves Closer to Energy, Fuel Reduction Goals

June 2, 2010

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service released its 2009 annual report on sustainability performance in which Postmaster General John E. Potter credited postal employees for the agency’s environmental achievements. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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“First Lady of Cinema” Honored on Stamp

May 24, 2010

OLD SAYBROOK, CT — The U.S. Postal Service immortalized one of America’s true cinematic treasures — the only recipient of four Academy Awards for Best Actress — on what would have been her 103rd birthday, May 12. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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New Stamp Series Offers Customer Convenience

May 18, 2010

NEW YORK — The U.S. Postal Service today announced the first in a new series of postage stamps that will make it easier for card customers to know how much postage to put on their envelopes. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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U.S. Postal Service Works to Stamp Out Hunger

May 10, 2010

U.S. Postal Service Works to Stamp Out Hunger The nation’s largest annual food drive to Stamp Out Hunger will be conducted Saturday, May 8. On that day, U.S. Postal Service letter carriers will collect non-perishable donations from homes as they deliver mail along their routes. Read more on KARK Little Rock

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Service Resumes for International Mail to Haiti

May 9, 2010

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service resumed international mail service to the nation of Haiti today as efforts to restore limited postal services gain momentum in the wake of the devastating earthquake in January that destroyed much of Haiti Post’s infrastructure and service capacity. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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Edocs Will be the Way You Pay for Postage Soon

May 6, 2010

The U.S. Postal Service is revolutionizing the way mail is prepared and paid for. You will no longer print paper postage statements. The USPS has been hand entering over 14 million postage statements a year. The USPS needs to find ways to cut costs and improve accuracy. Intelligent Mail Full Service will be available in [...]

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U. S. Postal Service Reports Continuing Losses

May 6, 2010

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service will post a net loss of $1.9 billion on declining volumes of 88.1 billion pieces of mail for the six months ended March 31, 2010, further evidence that the Postal Service continues to face incredible challenges, Postmaster General John Potter said today. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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Postal Service Launches Green Newsroom

April 21, 2010

WASHINGTON — On the eve of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, the U.S. Postal Service unveiled its green newsroom, a one-stop shop for all its environmental information. Read full postal service article: USPS News

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Postal Service Expands Prescription Mail Back

April 15, 2010

WASHINGTON — Veterans will be able to safely dispose of expired and unused prescriptions and help the environment at the same time under a program offered by the U.S. Postal Service and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Read full postal service article: USPS News

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