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OSIRIS-REx Lands in Your Post Office

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Friday, September 22, 2023

Opportunities from OSIRIS-REx have changed my life, and remembering that I am a known part of that baffles me sometimes."

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  • Opportunities from OSIRIS-REx have changed my life, and remembering that I am a known part of that baffles me sometimes."
  • "We are exceptionally pleased that the Postal Service will commemorate this journey of exploration and help NASA share the excitement of discovery with the public."
  • OSIRIS-REx is an acronym for the mission's goals: Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, and Security-Regolith Explorer.
  • Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at usps.com/shopstamps , by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at select Post Office locations nationwide.

There Is A New Wave In Fraud Surrounding The Employee Retention Tax Credit: Stealing Checks

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Just when it seemed the Employee Retention Tax Credit could not attract any more repercussions for businesses, a new method of fraud has emerged surrounding the checks themselves. Just last month, four individuals were formally charged with participation in a bank fraud scheme relating to the theft of business checks issued as part of the Employee Retention Tax Credit program.

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  • Just last month, four individuals were formally charged with participation in a bank fraud scheme relating to the theft of business checks issued as part of the Employee Retention Tax Credit program.
  • When an ERTC check is issued, it is printed by the Department of Treasury and distributed to taxpayers via the mail.
  • The first indication that a business may have been a victim of stolen checks or fraud is receiving a letter from the IRS questioning their Employee Retention Tax Credit claim.
  • Brotman Law is available to speak with any business owner, professional services provider or individual about their Employee Retention Tax Credit claim and can be reached on their website.

Flakes Fly on New Stamps From U.S. Postal Service

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

BRECKENRIDGE, Colo., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beloved by children and adults alike, snow globes can be miniature worlds of white, kitschy souvenirs of memories made or tiny works of art caught in a whirling microcosm. Celebrating the spirit of the holidays, the U.S. Postal Service captures the playful pleasure of snow globes on four new stamps.

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  • Postal Service captures the playful pleasure of snow globes on four new stamps.
  • The dedication ceremony for the Snow Globes stamps took place at the Stephen C. West Ice Arena in Breckenridge.
  • The stamps are now available at Post Office locations nationwide and online at The Postal Store at usps.com/shopstamps.
  • The Snow Globes stamps are being issued as Forever stamps, which will always be equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price.

U.S. Postal Service Ready to Deliver for America During the Holidays

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States Postal Service (USPS) and its dedicated employees across the nation are ready to deliver another successful holiday season of outstanding service.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States Postal Service (USPS) and its dedicated employees across the nation are ready to deliver another successful holiday season of outstanding service.
  • "We are ready to deliver for the holidays in a superior and routine manner.
  • In 2022, the Postal Service processed more than 11.7 billion mailpieces and packages during the holiday season.
  • The Postal Service continues to move mail and package volume from expensive air transportation to its redesigned ground transportation network.

NASA Finalizes Coverage for First US Asteroid Sample Landing

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Monday, September 18, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The first asteroid sample collected in space by NASA will arrive on Earth Sunday, Sept. 24, and there are multiple events leading up to its landing.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The first asteroid sample collected in space by NASA will arrive on Earth Sunday, Sept. 24, and there are multiple events leading up to its landing.
  • Watch online at:
    In addition to the English broadcast, NASA will stream coverage of the landing beginning at 10 a.m. EDT (8 a.m. MDT) in Spanish on X , Facebook , and YouTube .
  • Coverage will air on NASA TV, the NASA app, and the agency's website .
  • To learn more about the asteroid sample recovery mission visit:
    View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nasa-finalizes-coverage-for-fir...

SDP/SI Partners with MCGard in Producing an Anti-Theft Locking System for the U.S. Postal Service

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Monday, September 18, 2023

HICKSVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stock Drive Products/Sterling Instrument (SDP/SI) announced today that they will be manufacturing specialized precision components for a new locking system in support of the U.S. Postal Service's initiative in preventing the theft of mail.

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  • SDP/SI will be manufacturing specialized precision components for a new locking system in support of the U.S.
  • HICKSVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stock Drive Products/Sterling Instrument (SDP/SI) announced today that they will be manufacturing specialized precision components for a new locking system in support of the U.S.
  • The USPS has taken action to upgrade the blue collection boxes with a superior locking system.
  • "Utilizing the latest technologies, our skilled team will deliver these essential components at a rapid rate in support of the U.S.

Next PR Honored in Nine Industry Awards Recognizing Its Fresh Approach to Agency Operations and Client Work

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Next PR, an award-winning integrated public relations firm, today announced the agency has brought home nine industry awards in the first half of 2023, recognizing agency operations, individual team member performance and the firm's social media and crisis management services.

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  • PR News People Awards, "The Ones to Watch" for Next PR Specialist Kerri Taranto.
  • Next PR also earned agency-wide recognition for its culture and client work, including:
    A second consecutive Great Place to Work Certification.
  • The Next PR team redirected the crisis as an opportunity to establish the client as a go-to industry source for honest insights.
  • Changing the PR agency culture is essential for industry growth and retaining top talent by making PR a field where team members can thrive."

USPS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Piñatas! Stamps

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Saturday, September 9, 2023

Postal Service today kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct.15) with new festive Piñatas!

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  • Postal Service today kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct.15) with new festive Piñatas!
  • In September 2021, USPS issued Day of the Dead stamps, and in July 2022, USPS issued Mariachi stamps.
  • Part of that proud history is celebrating our multi-faceted heritage through stamps.
  • For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom .

Leanne Herman Joins Sepire as Director of Postal Affairs

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

BURR RIDGE, Ill., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sepire, a leading innovator in the secure communications sector, focused on highly compliant print, mail and omnichannel communications is excited to announce the appointment of Leanne Herman as the Director of Postal Affairs.

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  • BURR RIDGE, Ill., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sepire, a leading innovator in the secure communications sector, focused on highly compliant print, mail and omnichannel communications is excited to announce the appointment of Leanne Herman as the Director of Postal Affairs.
  • In her capacity as Director of Postal Affairs, Leanne will spearhead Sepire's strategic initiatives in navigating the complex landscape of postal regulations and relations.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Leanne Herman to our team as the Director of Postal Affairs," said Michelle Steinberg, Founder and CEO of Sepire.
  • "I am honored to join Sepire, a values-led company known for its commitment to excellence and innovation," said Leanne Herman.

MPX Increases their investments for 2023, forecasts record breaking growth for 2024

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

PORTLAND, Maine, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MPX, a national leader in critical customer communication solutions, has doubled down on their customer enhancement programs and services.

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