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Friday, December 28, 2012

Drano bombs being used to blow up mailboxes

Article Title:Vandals blow up a mailbox using a Drano bomb Snippet of Article: "...Tulsa Police say the teens placed an explosive device made out of drain cleaner inside Lonnie's mailbox. It blew the mailbox in half and left shards of plastic all over the ground. Officers say they get close to 50 calls a year about Drano bombs, and although this may seem like just a prank, it’s extremely serious. ..." Reference: www.fox23.com

Friday, November 30, 2012

Owners feel mailbox bombing was a hate crime

Owners: mailbox bombing is a hate crime">Owners: mailbox bombing is a hate crime Article Title: Owners: mailbox bombing is a hate crime Snippet of Article: "...Her husband says he was watching TV when he heard the explosion. He went to the window and saw his mailbox completely engulfed in flames...." Reference: www.nbc12.com

Friday, January 20, 2012

Mailbox money

Article Title: Where does the Bayou Billionaires’ mailbox money come from Snippet of Article: "...the Dowdens who just so happened to be sitting on the Haynesville Shale, which is one of the largest natural gas producing geological areas in the United States. ..." Reference: starcasm.net

Saturday, July 30, 2011

Stolen mailbox

Article Title:Police Log: Taking The Whole Mailbox Seems Like Overkill Snippet of Article: "...A Van Norden Road resident reported that someone stole his mailbox, with mail inside it...."Reference: reading.patch.com

Monday, July 25, 2011

Postal Service wants to provide less service

Report: USPS Can Save $4.5B with Curbside DeliveryArticle Title: Report: USPS Can Save $4.5B with Curbside Delivery Snippet of Article: "...How could the cash-strapped U.S. Postal Service save at least $4.5 billion a year? By moving from door-to-door delivery to curbside delivery, according to a USPS Office of Inspector General self-initiated audit to review modes of delivery...."Reference: multichannelmerchant.com

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Vandals strike mailboxes

Article Title: Vandals strike mailboxes in Siskiyou County Snippet of Article: "...vandals knocked the locks off and pried away the backs of three large metal mail boxes that held mail for the Klamath River Country Estates..." Reference: www.redding.com

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Mailbox Bombs Found in Albermarle County

Article Title: Mailbox Bombs Found in Albermarle County Snippet of Article: "...A pair of home-made bombs planted in mailboxes have Albermarle County authorities concerned...." Reference: www.nbcwashington.com

Friday, December 3, 2010

Santa gets his own mailbox

Article Title: Santa gets his own mailbox Snippet of Article: "...Letters to Santa are on their way to the North Pole, thanks in part to special mailboxes that have been set up for the holiday season. One such mailbox is conveniently located at the entrance to the Berryville Post Office. ..." Reference: www.carrollconews.com

Monday, November 29, 2010

Dead Squirrels, Broken Egg Found in Lyman Mailbox

Article Title: Dead Squirrels, Broken Egg Found in Lyman Mailbox Snippet of Article: "...received a text message that said, "How did you like your surprise in your mailbox?" Lyons texted back to ask who was sending the message. The response said, "There is more to come."..."
Reference:www2.wspa.com

Friday, November 5, 2010

Raised Mailbox Flag Could Indicate Checks In The Mail

Article Title: Raised Mailbox Flag Could Indicate Checks In The Mail Snippet of Article: www.publicbroadcasting.net "...Detectives believe that mailboxes, in particular curbside mailboxes, are targeted when the red flag is raised...." Reference: www.publicbroadcasting.net

Monday, February 8, 2010

Locking Mailbox and Package Delivery Vault


Article Title: dVault Mailboxes Locking Mailbox & Package Delivery Vault- DVCS0015-1, Black

Snippet of Article: "...Curbside Delivery Vault with Full-Service Locking Letterbox (includes Carrier Service Flag). No more unnecessary and unproductive time waiting for important deliveries from DHL, FedEx, UPS, USPS and Couriers. Perfect for home based salespersons, frequent travelers or for after hours drop. May be enhanced during installation with decorative options to blend into architectural and landscaping themes (Installation not included) All doors are replaceable and are constructed of heavy-duty, 16 gauge galvannealed steel, and feature a Unique Weather Seal. Outgoing Mail feature includes carrier service flag. Stainless Steel Hinges and Fasteners mean no ugly rust marks. Dimpled bottom panel helps protects deposited items from possible leaky packages. Durable Powder Coated Poly-Hammer Finishes. USPS Approved!..."
Reference: dVault Mailboxes Locking Mailbox & Package Delivery Vault- DVCS0015-1, Black

MailMinder Mail Notification System


Article Title:MailMinder Mail Notification System

Snippet of Article: "...Want to know exactly when your mail arrives' This innovative device alerts you whenever the mailbox is opened, notifying you when mail arrives and guarding against tampering and theft. Designed for mailboxes with doors that open downward (horizontally hinged), the receiver chimes and flashes to signal that the mailbox door has been opened. The red light will continue to flash until reset.

The device's 150-foot range between mailbox and sensor is perfect for long driveways. Easy to install. Weatherproof. Requires 2 "AA" batteries and 12 volt battery, included. Measures 3.875" x 2.5" x 1.25"....
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Reference: MailMinder Mail Notification System