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USPS prepared for package influx as millions are expected to shop this season
This holiday shopping season is really busy for the couriers who get those packages to your front door. The postal service has been hiring for months in preparation for the influx of packages that have already begun. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk spoke with the postal service and caught up with shoppers in Fairmount on Cyber Monday.
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USPS reveals new stamp designs for 2024
The United States Postal Service has announced their stamp selection for 2024. The list covers a wide range of subjects and designs featuring original illustrations, photographs and art.
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USPS unveils 2023 holiday shipping, mailing deadlines
According to USPS, it is offering a new option this year called USPS Ground Advantage. It provides a simple yet reliable way to ship packages on certain dates, with delivery between two to five days.
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From piñata to postage stamp, US celebrates centuries-old Hispanic tradition
The U.S. Postal Service is rolling out its latest special edition postage stamps, paying homage to a Hispanic tradition that has evolved over centuries to become a universal symbol of celebration.
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USPS letter carrier stole checks worth nearly $1.7 million from the mail, officials say
A U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in Washington, D.C., allegedly stole checks out of the mail worth a total of almost $1.7 million, according to federal court documents.
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Recent attacks have NJ stepping up safety for mail carriers
Recently, mail carriers have been a new target to thieves, and New Jersey is hoping to keep their postal workers safe. Adam Harding reporting.
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USPS unveils plan to slash air shipments by 90% over two years as part of cost-cutting effort
The plan is part of U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s broader effort to reduce operating costs, increase revenue from packages, and ensure timely deliveries
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Connecticut mailman surprises toddler with truck parade for his 2nd birthday — see the sweet video
Jessica Bergman called her local mail carrier to surprise her postal service-loving toddler.
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USPS reveals which cities and states saw most dog attacks on mail carriers in 2022
The USPS said over 5,300 mail carriers were attacked by dogs last year. See which cities and states had the most attacks.
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These 3 cities have had dogs attack the most U.S. postal carriers
More than 5,300 U.S. Postal Service employees were attacked by dogs while delivering mail in 2022, according to the USPS.
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Postal Carriers Demand Action Amid Surge in Assaults, Armed Robberies
Letter carriers are demanding action from the U.S. Postal Service after enduring a 78% increase in robberies from the year before.
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‘Operation Santa' Is Winding Down. Here's How You Can Make a Child's Wish Come True
Find out how to help the USPS get children’s wishes to Santa fulfilled.
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Here's How to Get Your Free Covid Test Kits This Winter
The Biden administration announced its strategy to contain COVID-19 cases through the holidays, including making free testing kits available to all U.S. households.
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It's Crunch Time Now! Saturday's a Big Mailing Deadline for Christmas Delivery
The US postal service, FedEx and UPS have all released their deadlines for packages and holiday cards to arrive by December 25 and the theme is all the same: send them early.
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‘Operation Santa' Is Underway. Here's How You Can Join In On the Fun
Find out how to help the USPS get children’s wishes to Santa fulfilled.
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2022 Holiday Shipping Deadlines Near for FedEx, USPS and UPS
Get your gifts, cards and packages mailed early to make the most of the seasonal celebrations.
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USPS Ready for Holiday Crush After Influx of Mail-In Ballots
The Postmaster General said 11.3 billion pieces of mail and 567 million packages were delivered last month.
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Concerns Over Segregation Display Led to Post Office Closure in Virginia
The U.S. Postal Service has closed a small Virginia post office over concerns about its location inside a historic train depot that also serves as a museum about racial segregation.
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Postal Service Needs to Raise Rates Due to Inflation, Postmaster Says
Rates last went up in July with the cost of a first-class Forever stamp increasing by 2 cents to 60 cents.
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Costco Worker Helps Bust Mailman in Alleged Rewards Check Theft
A United States postal worker has been arrested for allegedly stealing Costco rewards checks from the Long Island mail facility where he worked, authorities say. NBC New York’s Pei-Sze Cheng reports.