Boston (June 5, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) released the following statement on news that the United States Postal Service (USPS) has reversed course on its decision to close the Shutesbury Post Office.

“Following weeks of advocacy from my office, the federal delegation, the American Postal Workers Union, and, most of all, from the community, it is great news that the USPS has reversed course on its decision to close the Shutesbury Post Office,” said Senator Markey. “Postal service will continue uninterrupted in Shutesbury. A huge win for the community!”

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