USPS: Guide dog helps employee who is blind

The San Diego mail processing clerk who was recently honored by a publication for people with disabilities has a new best friend. Garfunkel, a yellow Labrador, guides Frank Facio, who is blind. The dog helps Facio perform his duties, including working on the delivery barcode sorting machines. “Me wanting to go on the workroom floor…

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APWU: Young Members Committee Descends on D.C.

APWU Web News Article – July 10, 2019 Regional designees of the Young Members Committee met in Washington, D.C. this week. The designees discussed how to bridge the gap between seasoned, new and young members to drive the union forward. “APWU young workers, it’s your time to shine and carry the torch for the generations…

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APWU: Passing of Robert C. Pritchard, Former MVS Director

APWU Web News Article – July 10, 2019 Robert C. Pritchard, former Director of Motor Vehicle Service, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2019. He was born May 2, 1949. At the time of his APWU retirement, May 10, 2013, Brother Pritchard was the longest serving craft director in APWU history with 17 years. Robert “Bob”…

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