Don’t forget, effective May 14 postal rates are going up for first class letters.

The Board of Governors set Monday, May 14, as the effective date for new rates and fees for all classes of mail except Periodicals, which is delayed until July 15.

The new prices reflect changes in operations and the marketplace and will offer more choices and ensure that all types of mail cover their costs.

If you’ve ever been frustrated having to buy small 2 cent stamps because the post office raised their rates, you’ll appreciate this new “forever” stamp coming out April 12th. Just buy it once and it will be good forever. Or so they say.