U.S. Postal Service Archives - Centralmaine.com

Post offices, beloved community hubs, fight virus-era threat

by MARYCLAIRE DALE Associated Press May 17, 2020May 17, 2020

Most Americans give the U.S. Postal Service high marks for its work getting mail to far-flung corners of the country each day.

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal May 3, 2020May 3, 2020

We are in danger of losing an institution enshrined in our Constitution that offers a service that no private company would provide.

by The Editorial Board April 16, 2020April 15, 2020

Saving the Postal Service, equipping front-line workers with protective gear and welcoming a belated graduation season.

Mail carrier Patrick Dapolito said the mail system is vital during the outbreak, but could be threatened as it is being used less.

But the stamp’s official Statehood Day dedication has been postponed because of concerns about coronavirus.