Irish Independent Royal Mail letter boxes provide a truly inclusive history lesson on our doorstepIrish IndependentBut those that do are, surely, historical artefacts in a similar way to Georgian architecture: that's to say, they were put in place by the royal mail under the reigns of these three monarchs – Victoria, Edward VII and George…
The Jolly Postie – on the site of the old post office in Baldock Street – is in the final throes of its facelift into a tavern with a difference. More: continued here
Gaston Gazette 'Food stamps' for farmers marketGaston GazetteFor the first time, this year people who receive aid through the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — commonly known as food stamps— will be able to redeem their benefits at the Gastonia Farmers Market. It's part of a wave of support … More: continued here
Anthony Trollope will feature on a set of commemorative stamps as the Royal Mail marks the bicentenary of the author's birth. More: continued here
13 cycling monstrosities from eBayBikeRadar.comOnline auction sites can be a great source for bargain bikes – as long as you know what you're doing and don't fall foul of the regular pitfalls (such as stolen bikes or dodgy salesmen – basically if something seems too good to be true, it probably is … More: continued…
NDTV Jewellery, Phones Gathering Dust in Post Office to be Auctioned SoonNDTVNew Delhi: Over 33,000 unclaimed articles like jewellery, cell phones, cameras and watches are gathering dust from last three years at the Returned Letter Office of the postal department here, awaiting bona fide owners to claim them before these go …and more » More: continued…
Former president Thabo Mbeki is reportedly considering taking action against claims by the NPA that he was part of a conspiracy against Jacob Zuma. There is a trend of common mistakes that sellers tend to make when it comes time to put their home onto the market. You can avoid them… More: continued here
Napa Valley Register (blog) Sunday's first look: Post office finds new temporary homeNapa Valley Register (blog)It will be at least two years before the fate of the quake-damaged Franklin Street post office building will be determined, but in the meantime postal patrons could soon have a new option for mail service downtown. The U.S. Postal…
Richfield Reaper Heartly retires from Richfield post officeRichfield ReaperA native of Sevier County and longtime Sigurd resident, Brown said he has enjoyed his career with the United States Postal Service, and will miss visiting with his coworkers and all of the residents from around town who frequent the post office to send … More: continued…
Valuables gathering dust in Post office to be auctioned soon More: continued here