In observance of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, all Postal Service facilities open on Sunday, May 4, should fly the U.S. flag at half-staff. Facilities that fly the flag continuously but are closed on Sundays should lower the flag to half-staff at the close of business on Saturday, May 3, and return it to…
Five companies recognized for excellence in mailing, shipping, and logistics During the National Postal Forum, held April 27–30 in Nashville, TN, the U.S. Postal Service presented its Delivering for America Partnership for Excellence Awards to five outstanding companies in the mailing and shipping industry. These awards recognize organizations that have made major contributions to innovation,…
Spring issue of The Eagle magazine explores network improvements, growth and modernization The spring edition of The Eagle, the U.S. Postal Service’s employee magazine, takes a deep dive into the organization’s evolving package strategy and network transformation — all part of the Delivering for America 10-year plan. Key Highlights Accessing the Issue Employees should have…
New 36-month contract supports workforce stability and Delivering for America goals The U.S. Postal Service and the National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association (NRLCA) have reached a tentative negotiated agreement that, once ratified, will cover approximately 130,000 rural letter carriers across the nation. The proposed 36-month contract will remain in effect through May 20, 2027, pending…
Letter Carrier Ryan Dillon used his emergency training to save a life While on his delivery route in Bristol, NH, Letter Carrier Ryan Dillon witnessed a harrowing scene: a speeding truck passed another vehicle, ran a stop sign, and ultimately crashed into a church—narrowly missing pedestrians and other traffic along the way. The impact was…
Montoursville physics students learn science—and how to use USPS In Montoursville, PA, physics teacher Ted Barbour has been challenging his students to think outside the box—and inside the mail—for over 30 years. His now-famous egg mail design project isn’t just a lesson in freefall physics. It’s also a real-world exercise in how to properly use…
On April 16, the U.S. Postal Service proudly dedicated its Battlefields of the American Revolution Forever stamp series at Minute Man National Historical Park in Concord, Massachusetts — the historic site of the first battle of the American Revolution. A Tribute to the Nation’s Founding “These stamps celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation and…
The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently shared several important personnel updates, highlighting new appointments, recognitions, and achievements within the organization. Notable USPS Appointments National Recognition Rachel L. Ivory, a Logistics Training Analyst based in Washington, DC, has been included in the latest edition of Marquis Who’s Who (formerly Who’s Who in America). Ivory is…
The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced the appointment of Michael J. Elston as the new Vice President of Labor Relations. In this strategic leadership role, Elston will guide and manage the Postal Service’s labor-management relations, overseeing contract negotiations, employee benefits, compensation, and ensuring alignment with the Delivering for America plan. In addition to…
With over 31 years of service under her belt, Eleanor Gary isn’t just a USPS employee — she’s a cornerstone of her postal community. Eleanor began her journey with the United States Postal Service as a temporary employee and eventually transitioned to delivering mail after the birth of her daughter, Alissa. Today, she serves as…
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