Former Seekonk postmaster who stole almost $20,000 in USPS funds pleads guilty
She had previously pleaded not guilty following
Sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 29, Foley's office said in a statement.
LeBlanc was
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She spent part of the stolen funds at a casino, officials said.
No-fee money orders are an alternative to sending cash or checks through the mail and are used only for paying USPS-related expenses, according to the US Attorney's office.
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