The latest USPS news releases for the state of Oregon.http://about.usps.com/news/state-releases/or/or.htmFri, 29 Apr 2016 12:06:03 -0400OnlineCommunications@usps.govOnlineCommunications@usps.govCopyright 2016 USPS. All Rights Reserved.WASHINGTON — The United States Postal Service is proud to join in the celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0611-usps-celebrates-americas-250th-anniversary-with-commemorative-initiatives-and-merchandise.htmFri, 12 Jun 2026 10:21:08 -0400cathy.k.purcell@usps.govNEW YORK — The U.S. Postal Service today honored the nation’s 250th anniversary with American Icons, a collection of 13 commemorative stamps curated by legendary American designer Ralph Lauren. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0609-usps-american-icons-commemorative-stamp-collection-curated-by-ralph-lauren-marks-americas-250th-anniversary.htmTue, 09 Jun 2026 15:33:02 -0400felicia.m.lott@usps.govIn 1776, the Declaration of Independence gave powerful voice to a bold idea: that government exists to serve the people. On the 250th anniversary of America’s founding document, the U.S. Postal Service pays tribute to the written instrument that codified our national ideals with a new Forever stamp.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0608ma-declaration-of-independence-to-be-honored-with-new-stamp.htmMon, 08 Jun 2026 15:48:56 -0400martha.s.johnson@usps.govTo provide efficient and cost-effective mail delivery now and for the future, the U.S. Postal Service is creating a new ZIP Code in Hillsboro, OR effective July 1, 2026. The new ZIP Code is 97129. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0601-postal-service-adds-new-zip-code-in-raapidly-growing-hillsboro-area.htmTue, 02 Jun 2026 12:56:43 -0400janella.d.herron@usps.govBOSTON — A special rededication of the Figures of the American Revolution stamps took place today at the 2026 Boston World Exposition as part the stamp show’s honoring heroes theme day.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0529-meet-some-of-the-people-who-shaped-the-nations-story.htmMon, 01 Jun 2026 16:11:00 -0400jim.mckean@usps.govBOSTON — The U.S. Postal Service issued its North American Soccer stamp today at the 2026 Boston World Exposition as part of the stamp show’s sports theme day.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0528-north-american-soccer-stamp-issued.htmMon, 01 Jun 2026 15:42:11 -0400judith.k.ferriera@usps.govWESTON, FL — DHL eCommerce announced a new exclusive multi-year contract with the United States Postal Service (USPS) for last-mile parcel delivery services in the U.S. At an expected value well over $10 billion (USD), the agreement is unprecedented in the 25-year DHL eCommerce-USPS relationship and positions both organizations for long-term competitive success.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0528-dhl-ecommerce-and-usps-enter-10-billion-plus-long-term-exclusive-agreement.htmMon, 01 Jun 2026 15:01:40 -0400cathy.k.purcell@usps.govBOSTON —The U.S. Postal Service issued its International Peace stamp today at the 2026 Boston World Exposition as part of the stamp show’s international peace theme day.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0527-international-peace-stamp-issued.htmThu, 28 May 2026 11:51:06 -0400jim.mckean@usps.govEugene, OR — The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is making it easier than ever to celebrate graduates this spring. Thanks to USPS’ relationship with Hallmark, customers can purchase, stamp, and mail letters and packages all in one go at 3,900 participating Post Office locations nationwide.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0522-the-perfect-graduation-gift-usps-and-hallmark-offer-special-greeting-card-deal.htmFri, 22 May 2026 11:53:25 -0400Janella.d.herron@usps.govOREGON – This Mailbox Improvement Week (May 18-24, 2026), the United States Postal Service (USPS) is reminding Americans everywhere to inspect, maintain, and make any needed upgrades to their mailboxes to help keep the mail flowing. Through regular, simple mailbox maintenance akin to Spring Cleaning, customers can help their carriers ensure mail, packages, and special deliveries arrive on time, safely, and securely.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0514-give-your-mailbox-a-spring-makeover.htmFri, 15 May 2026 13:59:55 -0400janella.d.herron@usps.govWABASHA, MN — Today, the U.S. Postal Service released a set of stamps honoring our national bird, the bald eagle, at the National Eagle Center. The new release features five realistic illustrations of bald eagles at different stages of life by noted ornithologist David Allen Sibley.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0514-bald-eagle-stamps-take-flight.htmFri, 15 May 2026 08:52:56 -0400desai.o.abdul-razzaaq@usps.govNEW YORK — The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) today announced it will honor the nation’s 250th anniversary with the release of American Icons, a collection of 13 commemorative stamps, curated by legendary American designer Ralph Lauren.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0512-usps-to-honor-nations-250th-anniversary-with-american-icons-stamps-curated-by-ralph-lauren.htmWed, 13 May 2026 15:11:57 -0400lindsay.knoll@RalphLauren.comWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service will observe Memorial Day on Monday, May 25. All Post Office locations will be closed. Regular mail delivery and retail services will resume on Tuesday, May 26.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0512-usps-will-be-closed-in-observance-of-memorial-day-may-25.htmWed, 13 May 2026 14:19:03 -0400janella.d.herron@usps.govWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) today to adjust some prices on some domestic competitive package and service offerings.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0511-usps-recommends-competitive-price-changes-for-july-2026.htmWed, 13 May 2026 09:38:37 -0400martha.s.johnson@usps.govWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service today announced its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Jan. 1, 2026 - Mar. 31, 2026).https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0508-usps-reports-second-quarter-fiscal-year-2026-results.htmMon, 11 May 2026 10:41:37 -0400martha.s.johnson@usps.govPHOENIX — Today USPS presented its 2026 Partnership for Excellence Awards to several recipients on the final day of the National Postal Forum, the mailing and shipping industry’s largest annual conference. These awards recognize companies that have made significant contributions to the industry through forward-thinking and innovative practices.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0506-postal-service-mailing-and-shipping-awards-presented-at-npf.htmWed, 06 May 2026 17:34:42 -0400felicia.m.lott@usps.govBaker City, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families within their local community to include Baker City, Durkee, and Sumpter.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0506-baker-city-usps-career-opportunities.htmWed, 06 May 2026 15:23:23 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govOregon City, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families within their local community to include Oregon City, Clackamas, and Tualatin.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0506-oregon-city-usps-career-opportunities.htmWed, 06 May 2026 15:16:23 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govPortland, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across the Portland Area.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0506-new-career-opportunities-for-portland-area.htmWed, 06 May 2026 15:08:46 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govPHOENIX — In a keynote address yesterday at the National Postal Forum, Postmaster General and CEO David Steiner and key executives addressed thousands of mailing and shipping professionals. They updated attendees on the U.S. Postal Service’s improving service performance, continued network modernization, innovation across products and digital capabilities, and strategy to drive growth and greater value for customers and partners. The keynote also underscored the Postal Service’s 250-year legacy of supporting American commerce and communities and its continued role as both a national institution and an economic platform.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0505-pmg-david-steiner-highlights-usps-progress-growth-strategy-and foundational-role-in-american-commerce.htmTue, 05 May 2026 12:50:41 -0400david.walton@usps.govPHOENIX — The Postal Service today commemorated the centennial of Route 66 with the release of a set of eight stamps, each showing a site from the states through which the roadway runs. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0505-get-your-kicks-on-route-66-stamps.htmTue, 05 May 2026 13:30:12 -0400jim.mckean@usps.govAs of Monday May 4th , 2026 the Retail, Post Office Box, and Delivery operations at the North Bend Post Office, located at the below address have been resumed back to full servicehttps://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0501-north-bend-post-office-operations-resumed.htmSat, 02 May 2026 14:02:03 -0400janella.d.herron@usps.govWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service today announced a new release coming this summer: a set of Barbie stamps featuring Barbie dolls through the years, dressed for 10 iconic careers. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0501-barbie-to-be-celebrated-with-new-stamps.htmFri, 01 May 2026 14:50:38 -0400leisha.i.palmore-drummond@usps.govOregon — Next Saturday, May 9, marks the 34th anniversary of the largest one-day food drive in the nation – the National Association of Letter Carriers' Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0501-the-stamp-out-hunger-food-drive.htmFri, 01 May 2026 13:04:17 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govBURLINGAME, CA — The U.S. Postal Service is sharing one of summer’s greatest pleasures — A Day at the Beach — with its latest set of stamps, which were released today at the WESTPEX Stamp Show. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0424-first-class-mail-delivers-salty-sunny-and-sandy-vibes.htmFri, 24 Apr 2026 17:03:36 -0400leisha.i.palmore-drummond@usps.govWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors will meet Friday, May 8, in an open session at Postal Service headquarters, 475 L’Enfant Plaza SW, in Washington, DC. The public is welcome to attend the meeting, which begins at 3 p.m. ET in the Benjamin Franklin Room.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0423-usps-board-of-governors-to-meet-on-may-8.htmThu, 23 Apr 2026 17:35:26 -0400david.walton@usps.govPROVIDENCE, RI — The U.S. Postal Service invites you to celebrate with the release of a new Happy Birthday Forever stamp to honor everyone’s favorite day — their birthday — with cake, candles and a card marking the anniversary of their birth.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0418-happy-birthday-stamps-to-you.htmMon, 20 Apr 2026 16:15:57 -0400judith.k.ferriera@usps.govOregon — The U.S. Postal Service acknowledges April as National Card and Letter Writing month. We encourage our customers within their local communities throughout Oregon to consider expressing their sentiment through the written word and mailing a letter or a card using First-Class Mail, which provides a reliable and cost-effective way to share something special with loved ones.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0416-usps-celebrates-national-card-letter-writing-month.htmFri, 17 Apr 2026 13:27:09 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govThe U.S. Postal Service will issue Bald Eagle: Hatchling to Adult, a new set of commemorative postage stamps. The first-day-of-issue outdoor event is free and open to the public. News of the stamps is being shared with the hashtag #BaldEagleStamps.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0416ma-usps-to-release-stamps-honoring-national-bird.htmThu, 16 Apr 2026 15:30:25 -0400nikolaj.o.hagen@usps.govSublimity, OR — Planning a vacation? Need a passport or passport card?https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0413-usps-sublimity-location-to-host-passport-fair.htmTue, 14 Apr 2026 12:30:36 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govWASHINGTON — In recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary, the U.S. Postal Service today released Figures of the American Revolution Forever stamps. The commemorative stamps feature 25 individual portraits honoring some of the people whose actions helped shape the American Revolution and establish U.S. independence.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0410-meet-some-of-the-people-who-shaped-the-american-story.htmTue, 14 Apr 2026 10:50:09 -0400kim.frum@usps.govWASHINGTON — The Postal Inspection Service is accepting applications through its hiring portal from Tuesday, April 14, through Thursday, April 23.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0410-us-postal-inspection-service-is-hiring.htmTue, 14 Apr 2026 10:46:07 -0400jlpalmer@uspis.govWASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Postal Service today filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of mailing services price changes to take effect on July 12. The new rates include a 4-cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp from 78 cents to 82 cents.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0409-usps-recommends-new-prices-for-july.htmTue, 14 Apr 2026 10:42:32 -0400martha.s.johnson@usps.govOntario, OR — The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0413-new-usps-career-opportunities-abound.htmTue, 14 Apr 2026 09:28:22 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govThe U.S. Postal Service will send out a postcard for the Madras Main Post Office located at 73 SE 6th St, Madras OR 97741-1703.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0408ma-notice-of-potential-relocation-and-comment-period.htmThu, 09 Apr 2026 08:11:51 -0400janella.d.herron@usps.govTualatin, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families within their local Tualatin community and surrounding areas.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0406-new-spring-usps-career-opportunities-for-tualatin.htmTue, 07 Apr 2026 08:11:15 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service today announced the stamp issues that will be premiered at the Boston 2026 World Exposition, the 12th international philatelic exhibition of the United States.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0331ma-usps-announces-stamp-issues-for-world-stamp-show.htmWed, 01 Apr 2026 09:49:13 -0400jim.mckean@usps.govOut of an abundance of caution, Retail, Post Office Box and Delivery operations at the North Bend Post Office, located at 1835 McPherson St. North Bend, OR 97459, have been temporarily suspended due to building safety concerns.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0325-north-bend-post-office-operations-temporarily-relocated.htmWed, 25 Mar 2026 13:52:29 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govBaker City, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families within their local community to include Baker City, Durkee, and Sumpter.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0323-baker-city-usps-career-opportunities.htmMon, 23 Mar 2026 16:36:52 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service is celebrating a beloved native flower with the release of the Sunflowers Forever stamp, issued today at the Garfield-Perry Stamp Club’s 136th annual March Party in Strongsville, Ohio.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0314-postal-service-celebrates-sunflowers-with-new-stamp.htmMon, 16 Mar 2026 14:58:50 -0400cathy.k.purcell@usps.govSAN DIEGO — The U.S. Postal Service held a first-day-of-issue ceremony for its new Lowriders stamps today at the Logan Heights Library. With this issuance, USPS celebrates lowrider car culture, rooted in working-class Mexican American/Chicano communities throughout the American Southwest.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0313-lowrider-stamps-cruising-into-a-post-office-near-you.htmMon, 16 Mar 2026 14:30:42 -0400john.t.hyatt@usps.govThe U.S. Postal Service will commemorate Route 66 on that historic highway’s centennial with a set of eight stamps. The first-day-of-issue event will be held at the National Postal Forum, also known as the NPF, at the Phoenix Convention Center. The NPF is the mailing and shipping industry’s premier educational venue, trade show and networking event.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0311ma-route-66-stamps-to-be-issued-at npf.htmWed, 11 Mar 2026 17:11:07 -0400jim.mckean@usps.govThe U.S. Postal Service is commemorating the annual celebration that everyone enjoys with a new Happy Birthday stamp. The stamp will be released at the first Perfect Pairing Pop-Up Party — an event that is being planned and hosted by the Greeting Card Association.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0310ma-the-postal-service-says-happy-birthday.htmTue, 10 Mar 2026 13:33:05 -0400janella.d.herron@usps.govAn event 250 years in the making. The U.S. Postal Service will release commemorative stamps honoring 25 individuals whose actions helped shape the outcome of the American Revolution. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0305ma-revolutionary-moment-in-time-cominng-to-first-class-mail.htmMon, 09 Mar 2026 17:35:19 -0400kim.frum@usps.govWASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Postal Service released new Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express stamps featuring breathtaking images captured by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) James Webb Space Telescope (Webb). https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0224-cosmic-wonders-coming-to-a-post-office-near-you.htmTue, 24 Feb 2026 16:34:38 -0500nikolaj.o.hagen@usps.govWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service today celebrated pioneering quiltmaker Harriet Powers (1837-1910) at a ceremony in the nation’s capital to dedicate four new commemorative stamps. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0228-new-stamps-feature-quilt-masterpieces-from-harriet-powers.htmMon, 02 Mar 2026 14:40:52 -0500felicia.m.lott@usps.govOregon City, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families within their local community to include Oregon City, Clackamas, and Tualatin.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0223-oregon-city-usps-career-opportunities.htmTue, 24 Feb 2026 09:23:48 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govAstoria, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families within their local community.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0223-usps-career-opportunities-in-astoria.htmTue, 24 Feb 2026 09:23:29 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govTillamook, OR — The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families within their local community and surrounding areas.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0220-new-usps-career-opportunities-for-tillamook.htmFri, 20 Feb 2026 15:10:28 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govSEATTLE — The U.S. Postal Service honors and celebrates the life of Chinese American martial artist, actor and filmmaker Bruce Lee with a new stamp featuring an eye-popping image of his iconic flying kick. The stamp was dedicated at a ceremony today at the Nippon Kan Theater in Seattle.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0218-postal-service-celebrates-bruce-lee.htmTue, 17 Feb 2026 14:21:28 -0500janella.d.herron@usps.govWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service will observe Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 16. All Post Office locations will be closed. Regular mail delivery and retail services will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 17.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0209-usps-to-observe-presidents-day-feb-16.htmMon, 09 Feb 2026 16:13:24 -0500janella.d.herron@usps.govThe U.S. Postal Service will honor Bruce Lee, the renowned Chinese American martial artist and actor, with a new Forever stamp. Lee captivated film audiences with his skill, charisma and screen presence and inspired a generation of young fans to explore action movies, mixed martial arts and Asian culture.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0209ma-postal-service-to-release-stunner-of-stamp-to-honor-bruce-lee.htmMon, 09 Feb 2026 12:12:47 -0500janella.d.herron@usps.govHood River / The Dalles, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities that include The Dalles, Hood River, Fairview, Corbett, and Troutdale.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0202-new-career-opportunities-for-hood-river-the-dalles-and-more.htmTue, 03 Feb 2026 08:53:14 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govTualatin, OR — The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families within their local Tualatin community and surrounding areas.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0127-new-usps-career-opportunities-for-tualatin.htmy-to-last-mile-delivery-network.htmWed, 28 Jan 2026 16:59:26 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service today launched its bidding website to accept proposals for entry to its valuable last-mile delivery network. More than 18,000 USPS destination delivery units (DDUs) and local processing centers (LPCs) nationwide are now accessible to a broader range of customers via the dedicated bid solicitation platform.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0120-usps-opens-bid-solicitation-platform-for-entry-to-last-mile-delivery-network.htmThu, 22 Jan 2026 15:21:20 -0500kim.frum@usps.govWASHINGTON — Through large investments in new technology and new logistics planning and execution, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) significantly improved its delivery performance during this past holiday season. Mail items and packages were delivered within 2.5 days on average (16 billion in volume), compared to 2.8 days during the same period last year (Nov. 15 – Jan. 9). On-time delivery scores were higher virtually across the board, with the best scores being in its last mile Destination Delivery Units (DDU). The DDU space is the subject of the USPS bid solicitation process beginning later this month.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0115-usps-reports-on-time-delivery-gains-higher-customer-satisfaction-for-holiday-surge.htmThu, 22 Jan 2026 13:37:35 -0500cathy.k.purcell@usps.govFort Rock, OR - On Wednesday October 1st, 2025, Hallie Nelson was officially sworn in as Fort Rock Postmaster in her seventh year as a postal employee. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0114-fort-rock-postmaster-officially-sworn-in.htmWed, 14 Jan 2026 17:16:03 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govHood River, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities that include Hood River and The Dalles area.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2026/0112-new-career-opportunities-for-hood-river-and-the-dalles-area.htmMon, 12 Jan 2026 13:45:29 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govOregon - The United States Postal Service’s busiest holiday season is in full swing as its real-time Holiday Mail Counter goes live online, and Postal Service leaders say they are ready to deliver for every American's holiday mailing and shipping needs. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/1128-real-time-holiday-mail-counter-goes-live.htmFri, 28 Nov 2025 11:52:01 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govPortland, OR —The Postal Service would like to invite its media partners to take a behind the scenes glimpse of the Portland Regional Processing and Distribution Center (RPDC). This behind-the-scenes tour will give the media a chance to see our updated machines in action as the Postal Service enters its busiest season of the year. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/1126-usps-highlights-state-of-the-art-package-sorting-machines-holiday-readiness-in-prtland.htmWed, 26 Nov 2025 15:25:15 -0500janella.d.herron@usps.govEugene, OR — The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/1118-new-career-opportunities-abound-in-eugene-or.htmTue, 18 Nov 2025 15:03:08 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govOntario, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/1106-new-season-new-careers-available.htmlocal-releases/or/2025/1106-new-season-new-careers-available.htmThu, 06 Nov 2025 20:25:46 -0500janella.d.herron@usps.govThe Dalles, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities that include The Dalles, Hood River, Fairview, Corbett, and Troutdale.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/1104-new-career-opportunities-for-the-dalles-area.htmWed, 05 Nov 2025 08:57:32 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govBOISE, ID – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/1103-are-you-looking-to-start-a-new-career.htmMon, 03 Nov 2025 16:00:56 -0500Janella.D.Herron@usps.govHood River / The Dalles, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities that include The Dalles, Hood River, Fairview, Corbett, and Troutdale.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/1014-new-career-opportunities-for-hood-river-the-dalles-and-more.htmTue, 14 Oct 2025 13:20:02 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govPortland, OR – The Postal Service has immediate openings for Mail Handlers at the Portland RPDChttps://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/1002-fresh-opportunities-abound-mail-handlers-needed-in-portland.htmFri, 03 Oct 2025 11:11:17 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govEugene, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0922-new-career-opportunities-abound-in-eugene-or.htmTue, 23 Sep 2025 09:16:47 -0400Janella.D.Herron@usps.govRoseburg, OR — The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0916-are-you-looking-for-a-new-career-roseburg-hiring-fair-sept-30th.htmWed, 17 Sep 2025 12:08:19 -0400Misty.A.Atkinson@usps.govTerrebonne, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0916-new-season-new-careers-available.htmWed, 17 Sep 2025 08:06:07 -0400george.r.sieveking@usps.govBEND, OR – The U.S. Postal Service is looking for candidates to provide delivery services along designated routes in suburban and rural areas on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, indoors and outdoors to families across their communities.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0916-looking-to-build-a-new-career-in-bend.htmTue, 16 Sep 2025 11:32:41 -0400Jose.L.PerezSolis@usps.gov, Janella.D.Herron@usps.govThe United States Postal Service will host multiple job fair events throughout Oregon to engage communities in hiring.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0716ma-usps-to-host-job-fairs-throughout-oregon.htmWed, 16 Jul 2025 12:42:10 -0400Zachary.C.Laux@usps.govJust as she did as an ironworker, Darby Keels is looking to build something as Eugene’s 23rd Postmaster.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0627-keels-takes-oath-of-office-to-serve-as-eugenes-23rd-postmaster.htmMon, 30 Jun 2025 10:12:54 -0400Zachary.c.laux@usps.govWith National Mailbox Improvement Week (May 18 - May 24), the U.S. Postal Service is encouraging customers to inspect, maintain, and upgrade their mailboxes to help ensure safe, secure, and efficient mail delivery.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0520-usps-reminds-customers-to-check-and-maintain-their-mailboxes.htmTue, 20 May 2025 15:38:07 -0400Zachary.c.laux@usps.govStarting Thursday, April 17, the Bend, OR Post Office will host job fair events every Thursday through May 29.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0414ma-bend-or-po-to-host-job-fairs-thursdays-through-may-29.htmWed, 16 Apr 2025 11:45:58 -0400Zachary.c.laux@usps.govThe Hermiston, OR Post Office will host a job fair event on Friday, April 16 giving attendees a hands-on look at employment opportunities in Hermiston and throughout Oregon.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0411ma-hermiston-or-post-office-to-host-job-fair-event.htmFri, 11 Apr 2025 13:08:03 -0400Zachary.c.laux@usps.govThe Hermiston, OR Post Office will host job fair events on Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29. Those who attend the job fair events will receive guidance from USPS personnel in the application process.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0326ma-hermiston-or-post-office-to-host-job-fair-events.htmWed, 26 Mar 2025 15:57:14 -0400Zachary.c.laux@usps.govThe Postal Service has one of largest fleets in the world, with more than 246,000 vehicles that drive more than a billion miles every year, delivering mail to more than 169 million delivery points across the nation. Safe driving is a paramount part of our duties as we are Delivering for America.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0312-usps-promotes-national-safe-driving-campaign.htmThu, 13 Mar 2025 15:51:04 -0400Zachary.c.laux@usps.govThe U.S. Postal Inspection Service is kicking off National Consumer Protection Week, March 2-8, 2025, with a warning about the dangers of imposter scams.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0303-postal-inspectors-remind-consumers-to-be-alert-for-imposter-scams.htmMon, 03 Mar 2025 21:07:08 -0500zachary.c.laux@usps.govThe United States Postal Service will host a job fair event on Friday, Feb. 28 and Saturday, March 1 at the Baker City, OR Post Office.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0225-usps-to-host-job-fair-at-baker-city.htmTue, 25 Feb 2025 18:06:34 -0500Zachary.C.Laux@usps.govWith Valentine’s Day approaching, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) want consumers to be aware they may be targeted for romance scams, a deceptive form of fraud that preys on individuals seeking companionship.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0207-usps-and-us-postal-inspection-service-warn-public-about-romance-scams-ahead-of-valentines-day.htmMon, 10 Feb 2025 11:23:29 -0500ISMediaInquiries@uspis.govThe United States Postal Service will host a job fair event on Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Pendleton, OR Post Office.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0207-usps-to-host-job-fair-in-pendleton.htmFri, 07 Feb 2025 13:42:07 -0500Zachary.C.Laux@usps.govThe Postal Service will host a job fair event Friday, Jan. 31 and Saturday, Feb. 1 at the Hood River, OR, Post Office giving attendees a unique look into available postal employment opportunities throughout the community and throughout Oregon.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0124-career-opportunities-available-at-usps.htmFri, 24 Jan 2025 14:01:39 -0500zachary.c.laux@usps.govThe U.S. Postal Service is introducing a new, redesigned money order. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0122-postal-service-to-sell-newly-redesigned-money-orders.htmWed, 22 Jan 2025 13:45:08 -0500albert.ruiz@usps.govThe United States Postal Service officially installed Mary Basnett as the newest postmaster for Ashland, Oregon.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0117-mary-basnett-named-pm-for-ashland.htmFri, 17 Jan 2025 19:51:55 -0500sherry.l.patterson@usps.govIn observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the United States Postal Service will suspend regular mail delivery and retail services on Monday, Jan. 20.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0115-usps-schedule-for-mlk-day.htmWed, 15 Jan 2025 14:26:03 -0500Sherry.l.patterson@usps.govIn observance of the national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter, the Postal Service will suspend regular mail delivery and retail service on Thursday, January 9, 2025. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0107-usps-day-of-mourning-schedule.htmTue, 07 Jan 2025 12:06:33 -0500Sherry.l.patterson@usps.govThe Postal Service will be hosting a job fair event this month in Tualatin, Oregon.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2025/0103-career-opportunities-available-at-usps.htmFri, 03 Jan 2025 14:25:30 -0500sherry.l.patterson@usps.govWith two weeks remaining before Christmas Day (Wednesday, Dec. 25), the U. S. Postal Service today reports exceptional service performance during the peak holiday rush.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/rssrequest.htm?nr=local-releases/or/2024/1212-usps-delivering-exceptional-service-through-holiday-season.htmThu, 12 Dec 2024 16:43:32 -0500Sherry.L.Patterson@usps.govThe United States Postal Service released its 2024 Post-Election Analysis Report.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/1203-usps-releases-2024-post-election-analysis-report.htmTue, 03 Dec 2024 14:14:47 -0500sherry.l.patterson@usps.govThe Postal Service is in the midst of our busiest season and now is a great time to apply for a new postal career. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/1029-a-cornucopia-of-careers-available-at-usps.htmTue, 29 Oct 2024 11:38:15 -0400kim.frum@usps.govWASHINGTON — With eight days remaining until Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5, the United States Postal Service recommends that voters who choose to vote by mail do so soon.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/1028-us-postal-service-is-ready-to-deliver-the-nations-election-mail.htmMon, 28 Oct 2024 16:22:46 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe U.S. Postal Service is primed and ready to deliver exceptional service during the 2024 holiday rush, thanks to the substantial progress USPS has made under the Delivering for America (DFA) plan — a 10-year, $40 billion investment aimed at revitalizing the national postal network.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/1015-postal-service-ready-to-deliver-for-2024-holiday-season.htmTue, 15 Oct 2024 15:45:20 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govAll Postal Service retail locations will be closed, and there will be no residential or business mail delivery on Monday, Oct. 14 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/1010-post-office-closed-in-observance-of-columbus-day.htmThu, 10 Oct 2024 14:35:38 -0400kim.frum@usps.govIf your current job is sucking the life out of you, maybe it’s time to dig up something new.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0927-looking-for-a-frightfully-good-job-usps-is-hiring-in-october.htmFri, 27 Sep 2024 15:02:11 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Greater Portland Postal Customer Council (GPPCC) held a meeting with local commercial mailers, business partners and industry professionals as part of the 2024 National PCC Week.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0925-usps-highlights-new-and-innovative-business-products-programs-services-portland-oregon.htmWed, 25 Sep 2024 11:14:02 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Dayville, Oregon Post Office location has reopened for business after the Rail Ridge wildfire prompted evacuations in the area.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0916-dayville-oregon-po-reopens.htmMon, 16 Sep 2024 11:15:35 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Rail Ridge wildfire has caused the temporary closure of the Dayville, Oregon Post Office.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0909-wildfire-causes-temporary-closure-of-dayville-oregon-post-office.htmMon, 09 Sep 2024 11:32:07 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe summertime warmth will slowly start the transition to the invigorating, cooler temperatures of fall. Kids all over the state have started school or returned to college. As a stay at home parent or empty nester with extra time on their hands, perhaps now is the time to think about a new career.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0830-fall-into-a-new-postal-service-job-in-september.htmFri, 30 Aug 2024 15:12:27 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govDayne Barden is the new postmaster at the Medford, Oregon Post Office. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0828-dayne-barden-heads-medford-po.htmWed, 28 Aug 2024 16:39:29 -0400kim.frum@usps.govWesley Revel is the new postmaster at the Redmond, Oregon Post Office. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0821-wesley-revel-redmond-pm.htmWed, 21 Aug 2024 11:53:48 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Durkee, Monument, and Spray, Oregon Post Office locations have reopened for business after wildfires prompted evacuations in the area. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0805-durkee-monument-spray-oregon-post-offices-reopen.htmMon, 05 Aug 2024 10:24:21 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Kimberly, Oregon Post Office has reopened for business today after wildfires prompted evacuations in the area.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0731-kimberly-oregon-post-office-reopens.htmWed, 31 Jul 2024 13:43:41 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Postal Service is holding multiple job fairs in communities throughout the state — including events in Bend, Beaverton, and Eugene, Oregon — during the month of August. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0729-dog-days-of-summer-brings-heat-and-new-job.htmMon, 29 Jul 2024 13:11:04 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Huntington, Oregon Post Office has reopened for business on July 26 after wildfires prompted evacuations in the area.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0726-huntington-oregon-post-office-reopens.htmFri, 26 Jul 2024 13:56:58 -0400kim.frum@usps.govWildfires in eastern Oregon have caused the temporary closure of the Durkee, Huntington, Kimberly, Monument, and Spray, Oregon Post Office Locations. https:://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0724-wildfires-cause-temporary-closures-of-oregon-pos.htmWed, 24 Jul 2024 13:00:22 -0400kim.frum@usps.govMore than halfway through 2024 and perhaps it’s time to think about a new job. There are many opportunities right in your community as a postal employee.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0708-hello-summer-hello-new-career-with-the-postal-service.htmMon, 08 Jul 2024 14:09:12 -0400kim.frum@usps.govAll Postal Service retail locations will be closed, and there will be no residential or business mail delivery on Wednesday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0612-post-office-locations-to-close-in-observance-of-juneteenth.htmWed, 12 Jun 2024 13:18:08 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Bend, Oregon Post Office location is hosting job fairs every Thursday throughout the rest of the month.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0607-bend-po-to-host-job-fairs.htmFri, 07 Jun 2024 12:06:49 -0400kim.frum@usps.govOregon is 29th in the nation for dog bite attacks against postal employees last year with a total of 57 reported incidents statewide. That’s an increase of 17 occurrences when compared to 2022.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0530-oregon-is-29th-in-the-nation-for-dog-attacks-on-mail-carriers.htmThu, 30 May 2024 15:06:01 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govPortland, Oregon placed at number 20 on the top 25 nationwide list of cities for reported dog bites against mail carriers in 2023. https:about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0530-portland-or-is-20th-in-nation-for-dog-attacks-on-mail-carriers.htmThu, 30 May 2024 13:15:01 -0400kim.frum@usps.govHalfway through 2024 and perhaps it’s time to think about a new job. There are many opportunities right in your community as a postal employee. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0528-hello-summer-hello-new-career-with-the-postal-service.htmTue, 28 May 2024 11:51:13 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe West Slope Post Office located at 3225 SW 87th Ave, Portland will be closed temporarily for environmental upgrades beginning June 1. It’s anticipated the work should take roughly one week to complete.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0509-west-slope-po-temporarily-closed-starting-june-1.htmThu, 09 May 2024 11:27:26 -0400kim.a.frum@usps.govEach year, the Postal Service designates the third week of May as Mailbox Improvement Week to encourage customers with box-on-post-delivery to examine and, where necessary, improve the appearance of their mailboxes. This year’s improvement week is May 19 - 25.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0507-mailbox-improvement-week-is-may-19-25.htmTue, 07 May 2024 12:47:52 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govMay is right around the corner and mail carriers, handlers, and clerks are still very much in demand at the Postal Service throughout Oregon.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0430-may-be-its-time-for-a-new-career-with-the-postal-service.htmTue, 30 Apr 2024 14:49:03 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Bend Post Office location is hosting job fairs the last two Thursdays in April.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0416-usps-hosting-job-fairs-april-18-and-25-in-bend-oregon.htmTue, 16 Apr 2024 12:41:39 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govMany companies throughout the nation are reducing their workforce. In Portland, it was recently announced hundreds of hardworking and loyal employees will lose their jobs in mid-April. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0325-a-job-with-with-usps-can-deliver-rewarding-career.htmMon, 25 Mar 2024 11:54:15 -0400kim.frum@usps.govThe Postal Service is continually hiring new employees throughout Oregon. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0329-new-postal-service-job.htmFri, 29 Mar 2024 15:19:52 -0400kim.frum@usps.govMarch is a month of change. Harsh winter weather is replaced by calmer, warmer spring temperatures. Why not take a cue from Mother Nature and begin your own transition into to a new career with the Postal Service.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0227-usps-march-job-fairs.htmTue, 27 Feb 2024 15:00:57 -0500kim.frum@usps.gov2024 is a leap year — it happens once every four years — which means the month of February has one extra day. So why not take advantage of the additional time and find a new career with the Postal Service? https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0129-leap-year-new-career.htmMon, 29 Jan 2024 14:22:13 -0500kim.frum@usps.govThe Wheeler Post Office located at 500 Nehalem Blvd. reopened for customers today.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0123-wheeler-po-reopens.htmTue, 23 Jan 2024 17:54:13 -0500kim.frum@usps.govWinter in the Pacific Northwest can bring snow accumulations totaling inches or feet depending on the location. When combined with extended periods of freezing temperatures, routine mail delivery can become treacherous. Customers can help ensure their mail carrier has safe access to mailboxes and front porches during deliveries by providing a clear path. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0110-clear-walks-mailboxes-clear-of-snow-and-ice.htmWed, 10 Jan 2024 16:05:36 -0500kim.frum@usps.govA New Year means a chance to start fresh. Perhaps a new job is on the list of things to do for the new year. The Postal Service has you covered, including a few direct career hire positions in Portland.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2024/0108-start-the-new-year-with-a-new-job.htmMon, 08 Jan 2024 12:48:15 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.govWASHINGTON — As the holiday season reaches its peak, the U.S. Postal Service is ensuring a seamless and joyful delivery experience for millions across the nation.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/1218-usps-ready-to-deliver-in-the-peak-of-the-holiday-season.htmMon, 18 Dec 2023 18:56:31 -0500kim.a.frum@usps.govStorm damage from recent heavy rainfall and flooding has resulted in the temporary closure of the Wheeler Post Office, located at 500 Nehalem Blvd., Wheeler, OR.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/1207-flooding-impacts-wheeler-oregon-post-office.htmThu, 07 Dec 2023 10:25:17 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.govOn October 11, 1923, just outside of Ashland, Oregon, in the Siskiyou Pass, three brothers, Roy, Ray, and Hugh DeAutremont staged what became known as the last “great” train robbery in the west. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/1005-postal-service-observes-tunnel-13-centennial.htmThu, 05 Oct 2023 13:42:49 -0400kim.frum@usps.govIt’s October. The time for trick or treating, pumpkin spiced everything, and also when the Postal Service hires help for the holidays.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/1002-no-tricks-the-po-ho-ho-ho-stal-service-is-hiring.htmMon, 02 Oct 2023 12:39:48 -0400kim.frum@usps.govDozens of Post Office locations throughout the state are holding job fairs on Thursday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0925-45-po-locations-hold-statewide-job-fair-events.htmTue, 26 Sep 2023 07:57:12 -0400kim.frum@usps.govWhile September traditionally brings the end of summer activities, it could be the start of a new career opportunity with the Postal Service. Anyone in need of a job, including a seasonal position, is encouraged to attend one of the many job fairs being held in September, including the Hillsboro Post Office which has an event scheduled every Tuesday this month.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0828-fall-into-a-new-job-with-the-postal-service.htmMon, 28 Aug 2023 13:36:22 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govMary Owens is the new Postmaster at the North Plains Post Office, and she has worked hard to get to her new position.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0731-mary-owens-newest-postmaster-for-north-plains.htmMon, 31 Jul 2023 10:11:14 -0400kim.a.frum@usps.govThe Postal Service is holding several job fairs in communities throughout the state — including multiple events in Bend and Redmond — during the month of August.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0725-postal-service-job-fairs-held-throughout-august.htmTue, 25 Jul 2023 07:18:53 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govEric Kerr is the newest postmaster at the Warrenton, Oregon Post Office. He began his postal career nine years ago as a part time employee at the Boise, Idaho distribution center in 2014. He has been a carrier, clerk, as well as a finance supervisor and delivery supervisor. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0720-eric-kerr-heads-warrenton-po.htmThu, 20 Jul 2023 10:17:16 -0400kim.a.frum@usps.govWould you be ‘feta’ off with a different job? May’brie’ you need a first time job. Well, it doesn’t get any ‘cheddar’ than working for the Postal Service.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0707-cheese-the-day-with-a-new-postal-career.htmFri, 07 Jul 2023 12:05:10 -0400kim.frum@usps.govIf an international trip is in your future, a valid passport is a necessity in addition to ticket and hotel reservations. But what to do if you need help submitting your passport application or need a passport photo?https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0703-postal-service-passport-fair-in-sublimity-july-15.htmMon, 03 Jul 2023 14:52:29 -0400kim.frum@usps.govPostal Service retail locations will be closed, and there will be no regular mail delivery except for holiday premium Priority Mail Express on Monday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0614-usps-closed-monday-june-19.htmWed, 14 Jun 2023 16:20:33 -0400kim.frum@usps.govMore than 5,300 Postal Service employees were attacked by dogs while delivering the mail last year. And while no cities in in Oregon made the top 25 list, the state itself ranked 34th in the country with a total of 40 dog bites/incidents.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0608-oregon-ranks-34th-in-the-nation-for-dog-attacks.htmThu, 08 Jun 2023 14:55:10 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govSummer usually means a boring seasonal job. But change it up this year with the path toward an actual career!https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0526-summer-job-apply-for-a-career.htmFri, 26 May 2023 11:50:24 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govThe National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) will conduct its 31st annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 13. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0501-usps-and-nalc-help-feed-or-residents.htmMon, 01 May 2023 11:49:28 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govEvents to be Held During Small Business Week and Beyondhttps://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0425-usps-nsb-week-events.htmTue, 25 Apr 2023 11:35:25 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govFresh off the four-state hiring blitz, the Postal Service is not slowing down its search for new employees. There are multiple job fairs in communities throughout Oregon in the month of May. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0424-spring-into-a-new-job-in-oregon.htmMon, 24 Apr 2023 10:19:22 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govMolalla, OR — Alexander Yzaguirre is Molalla’s newest Postmaster and says he is, “very excited to be in my new position.” https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0414-molalla-pm-alexander-yzaguirre.htmFri, 14 Apr 2023 16:00:52 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govThe Postal Service has nearly 2,000 jobs to fill across the Northwest. And to reach that goal, 252 Post Office locations throughout Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington are holding a one day only, multi-state hiring blitz. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0411-embark-on-a-postal-career-along-lewis-and-clark-trail.htmTue, 11 Apr 2023 13:41:04 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govWOODBURN, OR — The U.S. Postal Service recognizes Americans’ love for tulips with the release of the Tulip Blossoms Forever stamps. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0405-usps-celebrates-spring-with-tulip-blossoms-stamps.htmWed, 05 Apr 2023 14:12:31 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govOn Tuesday, April 4, 2023, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. PT, the Postal Service is hosting an Areas Inspiring Mail (AIM) virtual meeting for small business owners and entrepreneurs to learn about the latest enhancements to postal products and services to help them grow their business.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0331ma-welcome-to-aim.htmFri, 31 Mar 2023 12:43:24 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govHood River, OR — Daniel Roberts is the new Postmaster at the Hood River Post Office, and he has worked hard to get to his new position.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0309-daniel-roberts-heads-hood-river-po.htmThu, 09 Mar 2023 15:31:54 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.govThe Postal Service is searching for nearly 2,000 new employees at a hiring blitz throughout Oregon, Montana, Idaho, and Washington. The concurrent job fairs will be held at 252 Post Office locations across all four states, on Thursday, April 13, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. PT/Noon – 4 p.m. MT.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0327-102-oregon-pos-part-of-multi-state-hiring-blitz.htmMon, 27 Mar 2023 14:09:03 -0400kimberly.a.frum@usps.govFor the first time in at least a decade, the Postal Service has immediate openings for direct hires into career carrier positions. As a career employee all available benefits begin on the first day.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0228-usps-direct-hiring-of-career-employees.htmTue, 28 Feb 2023 12:23:59 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.govhttps://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0223ma-tulip-blossoms-forever-stamps.htmhttps://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0223ma-tulip-blossoms-forever-stamps.htmThu, 23 Feb 2023 10:00:03 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.govEugene, OR — Do you need a better paying job with benefits, security, and dozens of career choices? Then you should work for the Postal Service.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0216-help-your-community-and-get-paid-to-do-it.htmThu, 16 Feb 2023 20:07:05 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.govPortland, OR — If you’re in need of a job close to home, look no further than the Postal Service.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0216-looking-for-a-new-job-in-lents.htmThu, 16 Feb 2023 13:32:22 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.govBend, OR — We’re looking for people who are outgoing, enjoy long walks, road trips with multiple stops along the way, and meeting and connecting with new people. Does this sound like you? If so, then we could be your perfect match!https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0206-would-you-love-a-new-job.htmMon, 06 Feb 2023 13:04:50 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.govPortland, OR — The Postal Service is looking for mail handlers, clerks, and carriers in the Sellwood Moreland neighborhood and surrounding communities. https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0206-postal-service-hiring-carriers-clerks-handlers.htmMon, 06 Feb 2023 13:04:35 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.govCorvallis, OR — Nicole Archer is the new Postmaster at the Corvallis Post Office and she has worked hard to get to her new position.https://about.usps.com/newsroom/local-releases/or/2023/0125-nicole-archer-heads-corvallis-post-office.htmWed, 25 Jan 2023 13:34:17 -0500kimberly.a.frum@usps.gov