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Postal Updates Mar 4, 2021, 2 PM
DeJoy presses ahead with USPS reorganization
by Bill McAllisterDeJoy’s plan will shrink the Postal Service’s current 67 postal districts to 50. -
US Stamps Mar 4, 2021, 1 PM
March Party show April 9-11 near Cleveland
by Linn’s StaffBecause social distancing will be the rule, no exhibits will be on display for attendees to enjoy. -
US Stamps Mar 4, 2021, 12 PM
May 4 issue date planned for U.S. Star Wars Droids set
by Linn’s StaffThe Postal Service has planned a virtual first-day ceremony at 11 a.m. on the issue date, to take place on the USPS Facebook and Twitter pages. -
US Stamps Mar 3, 2021, 12 PM
Airmails, postage due, back-of-book pages added to used singles album line
by Jay BigalkeThe Scott line of album pages designed for collecting used United States single stamps now includes pages for airmails, postage dues and more. -
US Stamps Mar 3, 2021, 9 AM
APS approaches reopening, summer show with caution
by Michael BaadkeNearly a year after the American Philatelic Center in Bellefonte, Pa., had to close to visitors because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the doors are being cautiously cracked open. -
Postal Updates Mar 2, 2021, 1 PM
DeJoy gets friendlier reception before House committee; Biden nominates three to USPS board of governors
by Bill McAllisterDuring DeJoy’s appearance, Republicans sparred with Democrats over steps DeJoy took after becoming postmaster general. -
US Stamps Mar 2, 2021, 11 AM
Butterfly first-day ceremony planned for online March 9
by Michael BaadkeCollectors can view the event live by visiting the United States Postal Service social media pages at Facebook and Twitter. -
World Stamps Mar 2, 2021, 10 AM
Canada’s new Flower stamps are a sign of spring
by Denise McCartyOn the stamps, the white blossoms are Malus “Maybride,” and the pink blossoms are Malus “Rosseau.” -
World Stamps Mar 2, 2021, 8 AM
Introducing stamps to future generations and family members
by Jay BigalkeSomething as simple as a pack of used stamps and a stock book might go a long way in introducing someone to stamp collecting. -
Postal Updates Mar 1, 2021, 12 PM
United to pay $49.5 million over mail fraud allegations
by Bill McAllisterThe U.S. Department of Justice said the world’s third largest airline had improperly received millions under a scheme that ran from 2012 to 2015. -
US Stamps Mar 1, 2021, 12 PM
Brush Rabbit, other recently issued U.S. stamps receive Scott catalog numbers
by Charles SneeHaving these numbers handy will allow you to easily locate these stamps in the Scott catalogs and learn about their production and values. -
Auctions Mar 1, 2021, 9 AM
Aerophilately, rocket mail, astrophilately in March 16-17 Kelleher auction
by Charles SneeThe renowned collections of Johann Strauss and Leo A. Malz are featured in the sale. -
Auctions Feb 26, 2021, 1 PM
Grosvenor March 17 auction features British Empire, worldwide stamps and postal history
by Charles SneeIn its single-day sale, Grosvenor will offer attractive stamps and covers to suit a variety of budgets. Numerous collections will also be up for bids. -
World Stamps Feb 26, 2021, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Warsaw Complains, then Poland begins anew
by Charles SneeAlso this week, the fascinating stories behind postal cards that traveled around the world during 1878-81, and an appreciation of Switzerland’s mountains shown on its stamps. -
World Stamps Feb 25, 2021, 3 PM
Planning underway for London 2022 exhibition
by Charles SneeThe London 2020 show, originally scheduled for May 2-9, 2020, at the same location, was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. -
US Stamps Feb 25, 2021, 11 AM
St. Louis Stamp Expo March 19-21
by Charles SneeThis year’s show will feature 30 dealers and no exhibits. -
World Stamps Feb 25, 2021, 10 AM
Locally printed stamps of Taiwan issued in 1945 a good buy
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThis stamp set is of interest to both Japanese and Chinese collectors. -
Postal Updates Feb 25, 2021, 10 AM
USPS awards contract for new delivery vehicles to Oshkosh Corp.
by Bill McAllisterThe Postal Service announced Feb. 23 that it had awarded a 10-year contract to the Oshkosh Corp. to deliver up to 165,000 vehicles. -
US Stamps Feb 25, 2021, 8 AM
Variety on 2016 duck stamp might be worth looking for
by Michael BaadkeThe variety is not an error and therefore not expected to be listed in the Scott catalog. -
World Stamps Feb 24, 2021, 1 PM
Satellites, outer space and flight on new stamps
by Denise McCartyAn upcoming stamp from Aland commemorates a weather satellite named after an American of Aland descent, Verner E. Suomi.