To the edtior:

As the Tupper Lake postmaster, my team and I are here to help your holiday cards and gifts move to their destinations without a hitch. The Postal Service’s recent modernization efforts — practical changes in how we sort, stage and dispatch — align us with leading logistical practices to best deliver your holidays.

A few quick tips: confirm your addresses (including zip codes and apartment or suite numbers); choose the right service — USPS Ground Advantage for value, Priority Mail for speed and Priority Mail Express when timing is critical; be aware of recommended ship-by dates; and visit usps.com for all your mailing and shipping needs.

As always, ship early! This year, our recommended ship-by dates for expected holiday delivery within the continental U.S. before Dec. 25 are:

¯ Dec. 17: USPS Ground Advantage service; First Class Mail service

¯ Dec. 18: Priority Mail service

¯ Dec. 20: Priority Mail Express service

We’re focused on dependable performance for every address we serve. Thanks for trusting the Postal Service this holiday season.

Nicholas Degrace

Postmaster, Tupper Lake Post Office