Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Postmaster General Donahoe's Slowing of the Mail and Destruction of Postal Network Appears to Continue

Article Title: More than 400 postal jobs in Fayetteville to move to Charlotte

Snippet of Article: "..."Since the Postal Service slowed down the processing and delivery of first-class mail over two years ago by revising its service standards, it has been more difficult for the American public and small businesses to receive mail in a timely manner," the letter reads. "Slowing down mail delivery even further will especially hurt senior citizens on fixed incomes, small businesses, rural areas and the economy."..."

Source: www.fayobserver.com

Monday, September 29, 2014

FSA Update - change to FSA allows carry-over

Article Title: Federal Employees Can Now Carry Over FSA Money

Snippet of Article: "...Beginning in 2015, employees will be able to carry over up to $500 into the next year. Previously, any unspent money in these accounts would be lost each year..."

Source: www.fedsmith.com

Tuesday, September 23, 2014

American workers score win with postal worker arbitration award

Article Title: Postal Service to Add Thousands of Union Jobs in 2014

Snippet of Article: "...“The arbitration award he issued and the accompanying implementation memo mean thousands of jobs within 90 days, not years from now,” Dimondstein said.

The gains will help offset the 7,000 job cuts -- and thousands of additional relocations -- that will take place in 2015 due to processing plant closures. ..."

Source: www.govexec.com Postal news

Monday, September 22, 2014

Armed, retired, disabled veteran scales White House fence

Article Title: Secret Service considers new rules; intruder in court

Snippet of Article: "...Gonzalez, an Army veteran who retired because of disability, scaled the White House fence Friday and raced some 70 yards to the door of the building before being subdued...."

Source: www.usatoday.com

Sunday, September 21, 2014

1% Federal Pay Raise in 2015 Closer to Reality

Article Title: 1% Federal Pay Raise in 2015 Closer to Reality

Snippet of Article: "...The possibility of a 1% pay raise for federal employees in 2015 continues to work toward becoming a reality as the legislative and political process works it way to a budget, at least a temporary budget, for the next fiscal year...."

Source: fedsmith.com

Saturday, September 20, 2014

President George W. Bush Halloween Mask


Article Title: President George W. Bush Costume Mask

Snippet of Article: "...Regardless of your politics, this mask is a great likeness to George Bush and will complete your costume!..."
Source: Amazon.com President George W. Bush Halloween Mask

President Barack Obama Halloween Mask


Article Title: President Barack Obama Costume Mask

President Obama Mask
Full over-the-head vinyl mask of President Barack Obama. A remarkable likeness of our President. You are sure to get the presidential selection of candies when you visit your local Halloween party.
Source: Amazon.com

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Who says the Postal Service is going broke? USPS to provide“concierge services” to businesses that cannot afford research?

Article Title: USPS Commissions Brain Research on Direct Mail

Snippet of Article: "...a study could add a physiological research component to the growing body of analysis of consumer interaction across multiple marketing channels. Small- and medium-sized businesses that cannot afford such research could benefit from access to it through the Postal Service's “concierge services,” stated the OIG..."

Source: www.dmnews.com

Saturday, September 13, 2014

Postal Service to reduce overnight delivery for us, while protecting Overnight Service Standards for commercial mail


Article Title: USPS to maintain overnight delivery for 66% of current volumes next year

Protecting Commercial Mailers
Snippet of Article: "...“Our future network will preserve approximately 66% of current overnight delivery volumes, and Overnight Service Standards will remain available to commercial mail properly prepared, containerized and entered by critical entry times.”..."
Source: postandparcel.info

Sunday, September 7, 2014

CDC Official: Virus may be 'tip of iceberg'

Article Title: Virus may be 'tip of iceberg,' CDC official says

Snippet of Article: "...The unusually high number of hospitalizations reported now could be "just the tip of the iceberg in terms of severe cases," said Mark Pallansch, a virologist and director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Division of Viral Diseases...."

Source: www.wcvb.com

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Thank You for Your Service: President Seeks to Lower Military Pay Raise

Article Title: White House pushes for lower troop pay raise in ’15

Snippet of Article: "...Late Friday, President Obama formally notified Congress that he wants to cap next year’s military basic pay raise at 1 percent, unless Congress comes up with an alternative mandate...."

Source: www.theleafchronicle.com

Monday, September 1, 2014

The Federal Employee Pension Fairness Act

Article Title: Congresswoman introduces The Federal Employee Pension Fairness Act

Snippet of Article: "...“As a nation it is our duty to ensure the fair treatment of our federal employees, especially during times of economic strain. Let’s stop unduly burdening our federal workers, and start asking wealthy corporations to pay their fair share. I look forward to working with others in Congress to pass this legislation and to providing relief for those whose daily labors keep our government up and running and who keep us safe.” Congresswoman Edwards’ legislation..."

Source: www.thebaynet.com