Lord Mandelson has pressed the prime minister to save the Post Office network by allowing it to offer government services and financial products, according to a leaked letter seen by the Guardian newspaper. More: continued here

Trump Alumn Fired Up About GoldandSilverNowMarketWatch –8 hours agoOther alternatives for buying gold and silver, such as eBay, are impractical for investors due to small quantities, high premiums, and the uncertainty of … More: continued here

Tons of 2008 election memorabilia are for sale, but experts say not so fast. More: continued here

Nov. 11, 2008 — Alan Jackson has put his own stamp on country music since signing his first recording contract nearly 20 years ago, but his last “regular” job also involved stamps: He worked in the mailroom at the now-defunct Nashville Network. More: continued here

Recipe will get holiday treats to service membersAkron Beacon Journal, OH –2 hours agoThe largest flat-rate priority mail box is just $10.95 for all Air/Army Post Office (APO) or a Fleet Post Office (FPO) ZIP codes. …drugstore.com Offers Free Shipping to US Troops Serving Overseas …MarketWatchFirst deadline nears to send presents to …

Area residents interested in mastering the art of selling their keepsakes and personal mementos to other collectors are invited to attend a one-day eBay 101 Workshop at Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Nov. 15 at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on …

The SA Post Office (SAPO) says it has let go 600 contract workers, following its regular monthly review of branch staff requirements. “Labour brokers were given notice mid-October to allow them to communicate and implement the changes at the beginning of November,” it said on Tuesday. More: continued here

Coverack villagers look set to keep post officeFalmouth Penryn Packet, UK –4 hours agoVillagers in Coverack should still be able to access post office services within their community, despite the existing branch being up for sale. … More: continued here

The company to significantly reduce its air and ground operations in the U.S. More: continued here

ATLANTA — In a move that could boost the fortunes of FedEx and United Parcel Service, Deutsche Post, the German company that runs DHL, said yesterday that it would significantly reduce its air and ground operations in the United States and cut 9,500 jobs within the country. More: continued here