EU scratches its head over Royal Mail’s pensions

Looking through the detail of the EU’s “opening decision” on the Royal Mail pensions state-aid case, one thing stands out strikingly. The fate of the state-owned postal operator hinges on how much the Commission decides its bailout is worth – and at present, it doesn’t know if it’s £3bn or …

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Which bright spark banned the light bulb? – TameBay

Which bright spark banned the light bulb?TameBayThere are currently ample supplies of conventional light bulbs available on eBay and I'd suggest stocking up as soon as possible. Many sellers on eBay have bulk packs of 50 or 100 incandescent light bulbs, which should keep most homes well lit for the …

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Smithfield post office doors close

SMITHFIELD — Area residents held a party in Smithfield Saturday to say goodbye to the town’s post office and express appreciation for Marie Kuck, Smithfield’s postmaster for the past 20 years. More: continued here

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