FRAMINGHAM, MA – The United States Postal Service is raising its rates as of Sunday, January 8th. The 1 ounce single-piece rate for First-Class Mail will increase from 37 cents to 39 cents, and the postcard rate will increase by one cent, to 24 cents.

New 2006 postage rates and fees are now posted online.

For 2006 Rates and Fees tables, please visit: www.usps.com

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