WASHINGTON — The Temporary Emergency Committee of the Board of Governors of the U.S. Postal Service (“TEC”) will meet Nov. 14 in open session at Postal Service headquarters, 475 L’Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC. Three hours after the conclusion of the open session meeting, a recorded audio file will be available for listening. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com. Additional news and information about Holiday mailing and shipping can be found at the

Postal Service, American Postal Workers Union Continue NegotiationsWASHINGTON — The United States Postal Service and the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) have agreed to extend contract negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement. Although the contract with the APWU expired at midnight Thursday, September 20, the Postal Service and the APWU extended the negotiations deadline to October 20, 2018. The parties have mutually decided to extend negotiations an additional thirty days to No

WASHINGTON — The United States Postal Service and the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) have agreed to extend contract negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement. Although the contract with the APWU expired at midnight Thursday, September 20, the Postal Service and the APWU extended the negotiations deadline to October 20, 2018. The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. For more

Postal Service and Israel Post Jointly Issue Hanukkah StampsNEWPORT, RI — The U.S. Postal Service and Israel Post today jointly issued a Hanukkah stamp that portrays a papercut menorah that can be used to send holiday messages celebrating this ageless tradition. Postal Service Connecticut Valley District Manager, David D. Mastroianni, Jr., served as the master of ceremonies. The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah celebrates the liberation and reconsecration of the Temple in Jerusalem in the second centu

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Classic Santa Delivers Holiday Greetings U.S. “I have no doubt that the Sparkling Holidays stamps will quickly become favorites,” said Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President Joseph Corbett. “These four stamps feature classic images of Santa Claus, painted by Haddon Sundblom for The Coca-Cola Company. The Sparkling Holidays stamps, sold in booklets of 20, feature four classic portraits of Santa Claus. The Sparkling Holidays stamps, sold as Forever stamps, are always equal in value t

PIGEON FORGE, TN — New Sparkling Holidays Commemorative Forever stamps featuring classic images of Santa are available for mailing holiday cards and letters this year— a time-honored tradition embraced by millions annually. The Postal Service dedicated the stamps at a special ceremony today at The Inn at Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge, TN. “I have no doubt that the Sparkling Holidays stamps will quickly become favorites,” said Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President Joseph Corbett.

Kwanzaa Forever Stamp Dedicated Today Stamp Depicts a family celebrating Annual HolidayRALEIGH, NC — The U.S. Postal Service continues to commemorate Kwanzaa, which celebrates values and beliefs around African-American heritage, by dedicating a new Kwanzaa Forever stamp today. The ceremony took place at the African American Cultural Center at North Carolina State University (NC State). The Kwanzaa stamps are being issued as Forever stamps in panes of 20. Forever stamp are always equal in value t

Postal Service Announces New Prices for 2019WASHINGTON — The United States Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) today of price changes to take effect Jan. 27, 2019. The proposed prices, approved by the Governors of the Postal Service, would raise Mailing Services product prices approximately 2.5 percent. Although Mailing Services price increases are based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), Shipping Services prices are primarily adjusted according to market cond

Holidays are Just Around the Corner USPS has important shipping deadlines you needWASHINGTON — The calendar says October, and you’re contemplating fall-related items, such as pumpkin spiced anything, seasonal festivals, or what to wear for Halloween. Instead, the Postal Service now has a busiest time, and it starts two weeks before Christmas. During this week alone, the Postal Service expects to process and deliver nearly 3 billion pieces of First-Class Mail, including greeting cards. Additional

Teniendo esto presente, el Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos tiene las fechas límites de envío para la entrega prevista de tarjetas y regalos a sus seres queridos en esta Navidad. Las fechas son para la entrega prevista antes del 25 de diciembre. La fecha de entrega verdadera puede variar dependiendo del origen, destino, fecha y hora de aceptación de la Oficina Postal, y otras condiciones. Se proyecta que casi 105 millones de consumidores visitarán el sitio web del USPS entre el Día de Acció

Postal Service continues to commemorate Kwanzaa, which celebrates values and beliefs around African-American heritage, by dedicating a new Kwanzaa Forever stamp today. The ceremony took place at the African American Cultural Center at North Carolina State University (NC State). Current NC State African American Cultural Center Director Moses T. Alexander Greene served as the master of ceremonies. The Kwanzaa stamps are being issued as Forever stamps in panes of 20. Postal Service media resources

WASHINGTON — The United States Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) today of price changes to take effect Jan. 27, 2019. The proposed prices, approved by the Governors of the Postal Service, would raise Mailing Services product prices approximately 2.5 percent. Although Mailing Services price increases are based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), Shipping Services prices are primarily adjusted according to market conditions. The Governors believe these new rate

Postal Service has the mailing deadlines for the expected delivery of cards and gifts to your loved ones this holiday season. Informed Delivery™ is one more way the Postal Service is helping you anticipate, communicate and celebrate this holiday season. Additional news and information, including all domestic, international and military mailing and shipping deadlines, can be found at the Postal Service Holiday Newsroom: usps.com/holidaynews. More USPS holiday news, including shipping deadlines an

Mail Call for Diplomatic and Military Members Worldwide U.S. The Postal Service offers a reduced price of $17.40 on its largest Priority Mail Flat Rate Box for mail sent to APO/FPO/DPO (Air/Army Post Office/Fleet Post Office/Diplomatic Post Office) destinations worldwide — a $1.50 discount from the regular price. Priority Mail Flat Rate Boxes are available at no cost at local Post Offices and also can be ordered online. Use Military Care Kits to Send Presents, Care PackagesThe Postal Service has

New Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee Members AppointedWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service today announced the appointment of three members to the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee (CSAC). Created in 1957, the CSAC evaluates all stamp proposals received by the Postal Service. Committee members, appointed by the Postmaster General, provide expertise on history, science and technology, art, education, sports and other subjects of public interest. He has worked in public history institutions for

Postal Service today announced the appointment of three members to the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee (CSAC). Created in 1957, the CSAC evaluates all stamp proposals received by the Postal Service. He has worked in public history institutions for more than 25 years. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.

To ensure timely delivery of holiday wishes by Dec. 25, the Postal Service recommends that cards and packages be sent to military APO/FPO/DPO addresses overseas no later than the mailing dates listed below. Use Military Care Kits to Send Presents, Care PackagesThe Postal Service has created a free Military Care Kit based on the items most frequently requested by military families. The kit contains:Two Priority Mail APO/FPO/DPO Flat Rate BoxesFour Priority Mail Medium Flat Rate BoxesPriority Mail