USPS National News During the 2018 Holiday Season

U.S. Postal Service Governors Appoint Inspector General

WASHINGTON –The Governors of the U.S. Postal Service today announced the appointment of Tammy L. Whitcomb as the third Inspector General of the U.S. Postal Service. The Office of Inspector General conducts audits and investigations to promote efficiency, and detect and prevent fraud, in Postal Service programs and operations.

Ms. Whitcomb has been acting Inspector General since February 2016 and served as Deputy Inspector General since November 2011. She also served as the Assistant Inspector General for Audit. Tammy joined the Postal Service in November 2005 as an Audit Director.

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U.S. Postal Service Reveals Dates and Locations for Select 2019 First Day of Issue Stamp Ceremonies

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Post Offices Will Be Closed Christmas Day, Tuesday, Dec. 25 and New Year’s Day, Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019

WASHINGTON— Post Offices nationwide will be closed on Christmas Day, Tuesday, Dec. 25 and New Year’s Day, Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019. All Post Offices will be open and regular mail delivery will resume after the holidays on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2.

Some Post Offices may have extended hours leading up to the holidays, and limited hours on Christmas Eve, Monday, Dec. 24.

New Year’s Eve, Monday, Dec. 31, Post Offices will be open during regular business hours. Customers should always check with their local Post Offices for hours of operation.

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Love Kicks Off 2019

The U.S. Postal Service to Dedicate the Hearts Blossom Forever Stamp

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