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7 ways to prevent packages from getting stolen this holiday season
Read full article: 7 ways to prevent packages from getting stolen this holiday seasonIn light of Wednesday being National Package Protection Day, there are some security measures that can be taken to ensure the gifts you order stay in your possession, and not get in the hands of porch pirates.
Soo Locks’ MacArthur Lock to reopen after undergoing seasonal maintenance, ‘critical’ repair
Read full article: Soo Locks’ MacArthur Lock to reopen after undergoing seasonal maintenance, ‘critical’ repairThe Soo Locks’ MacArthur Lock is opening to marine traffic today after undergoing a critical repair that took longer than officials expected it would.
USPS Connect Local helps small businesses get packages to customers faster
Read full article: USPS Connect Local helps small businesses get packages to customers fasterThe USPS has launched Connect Local in 17 locations across Metro Detroit in an effort to help small businesses get packages out to local customers faster.
Scam watch: Biggest holiday scams right now that you should look out for
Read full article: Scam watch: Biggest holiday scams right now that you should look out forThe holiday season is often busy with shopping, parties and traveling -- all things that can keep you distracted, making you an easier target for scammers.
Flashpoint Interview: Business reporter talks supply chain kinks, impact on small businesses
Read full article: Flashpoint Interview: Business reporter talks supply chain kinks, impact on small businessesSupply chain issues are impacting businesses across the U.S. and the world -- but the impact has arguably been greater on small businesses.
Hectic holiday season: Shipping, shopping, job scams to watch out for
Read full article: Hectic holiday season: Shipping, shopping, job scams to watch out forThe pandemic is making it easier and easier for scammers to take advantage of people, and the hectic holiday season only makes people more vulnerable to scams.
Metro Detroit mother battles Best Buy for refund after canceling order due to shipping delays
Read full article: Metro Detroit mother battles Best Buy for refund after canceling order due to shipping delaysA woman purchased a laptop from a Best Buy store in Southfield and when she faced major shipping issues she decided to get a refund instead -- but the refund didn’t come until Help Me Hank got involved.
If you want your packages to arrive on time for the holidays you should ship them ASAP
Read full article: If you want your packages to arrive on time for the holidays you should ship them ASAPThe Help Me Hank team has been tracking supply issues ranging from empty shelves to parents having trouble finding much-desired holiday toys.
Michigan AG joins multi-state complaint asking for USPS transparency on Postmaster General’s transformation plan.
Read full article: Michigan AG joins multi-state complaint asking for USPS transparency on Postmaster General’s transformation plan.The Attorney General has signed on to a multi-state complaint demanding a review of the DeJoy’s decade-long plan to transform the US postal service.
Rep. Brenda Lawrence concerned over how USPS changes will impact seniors, small businesses
Read full article: Rep. Brenda Lawrence concerned over how USPS changes will impact seniors, small businessesSeveral changes recently took effect at the United States Postal Service that will impact how you send and receive mail.
Holiday shopping purchases recommended to be made ahead of supply shortages, shipping delays
Read full article: Holiday shopping purchases recommended to be made ahead of supply shortages, shipping delaysIf you want to get your hands on the hot holiday toys you need to shop soon. The pandemic has created massive supply shortages and shipping delays and yes even toys will be affected.
Ann Arbor software engineer, 24th Cheesecakerie team up to introduce ‘The Joffre’
Read full article: Ann Arbor software engineer, 24th Cheesecakerie team up to introduce ‘The Joffre’Composed of a thick chocolate ganache layered over a buttermilk chocolate cake base, The Joffre is luscious without being fussy.
SCRAP Creative Reuse in Ann Arbor announces online store, new shipping option
Read full article: SCRAP Creative Reuse in Ann Arbor announces online store, new shipping optionANN ARBOR, Mich. – Crafty community members will soon be able to get creative scraps from SCRAP shipped straight to their homes. As of now, supplies bought through the new online store are only available for pick up at the Ann Arbor nonprofit’s Washtenaw Avenue location, but shipping options are planned to be implemented soon, according to a release. Ad“SCRAP A2 was actually one of the first creative reuse centers in the country. We are so excited to introduce our new online store and announce SHIPPING this month,” Tyra said in a release. Find the online store at scrap-creative-reuse-ann-arbor.myshopify.comAdVisit SCRAP between noon and 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays at 4567 Washtenaw Ave.
Guide: Deadlines to ship your packages so they arrive before Christmas 2020
Read full article: Guide: Deadlines to ship your packages so they arrive before Christmas 2020To make sure your gifts arrive before Christmas, follow the holiday shipping deadlines for the U.S. USPS holiday shipping deadlinesThe USPS recommends shipping your packages by the following dates if you want them to arrive before December 25. FedEx holiday shipping deadlinesFedEx recommends shipping your packages by the following dates if you want them to arrive before December 25. UPS holiday shipping deadlinesUPS recommends shipping your packages by the following dates if you want them to arrive before December 25. Amazon holiday shipping deadlines will vary depending on where you live, what you’re ordering and if you’re a Prime member.