Michael Rakes joined USPS as a letter carrier in 1996
USPS to implement second phase of service standard refinements
WestPac Area, Massachusetts-Rhode Island District on top in scanning
‘Report to CyberSafe’ Outlook icon has new name
Employees, contractors to get survey about computer usage
Employees have August deadlines for cybersecurity training
Milestones
Appointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS announcements
Do you know what arthritis is?
The ailment causing joint swelling and pain can be managed
Fireworks are fun, but they don’t belong in the mail
Protecting the mail is job No. 1
Employees should never steal, delay or destroy letters and packages
Do you know what to do if attacked by ransomware?
Mail
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“I’m sure folks who remember having someone read ‘Goodnight Moon’ to them as children will be touched by the Postal Service’s new video promoting its new Goodnight Moon...”
— Kristy Stanley, Little Rock, AR
This video previews an upcoming USPS booklet
‘Putting a Stamp on the American Experience’ will be released in July
Heroes
He saw a shed on fire and took action
This rural carrier called 911 and alerted the homeowners
Week in Review
Here’s what Link covered June 22-28
Mail’s hold on college-bound seniors and a story of grief and resilience made news
Mail
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“I love the 250 Years of Delivering stamp video, which really shows how the Postal Service is part of the community. It’s great to see the letter carrier return home with the toy...”
— Amy Sentell, Morristown, TN
USPS announces more stamps
A set of four holiday designs and a tribute to Elie Wiesel have been added to the lineup
People
Bringing postal history to life
A letter carrier honors the past, a Post Office celebrates its ZIP Code and a postmaster takes office
News Quiz
Binding relationships
How much do you know about USPS contract rules?
The eagle takes wing
From 1975-2024, USPS rode the winds of technological and cultural change
Off the Clock
She’s helping others by healing out loud
This employee and mental health advocate is turning a painful loss into purpose
Mail
Featured reader quote
“The recent ‘Off the Clock’ story featuring Coach Dennis Ford Jr. was excellent. What an inspiring way to give back to the community!”
— John Skendall, Washington, DC
Use multifactor authentication? You’ll need to set a backup
Postal Bulletin offers tips about passwords, PINs
Postal Posts looks at dog bite awareness campaign
WestPac Area, Massachusetts-Rhode Island District on top in scanning
See these stamps come to life
An animated video previews the upcoming 250 Years of Delivering release
Readying for disaster
The ‘Mailin’ It!’ podcast looks at how USPS prepares for fires, hurricanes, floods and more
Milestones
Appointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS announcements
Column highlights
USPS events
Trending stories
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Fireworks are fun, but they don’t belong in the mail
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National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association approves contract with USPS
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USPS, APWU reach tentative agreement
The 36-month contract will run through Sept. 20, 2027
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Off the ClockShe has an eye for nature
This employee takes photos of flora and fauna in their element