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The York County Solid Waste Authority Suspends Residential Electronics Recycling during Covid-19 Pandemic
The York County Solid Waste Authority has suspended residential electronics recycling until further notice due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the need to reduce person-to-person contact. Under Governor Wolf’s “Stay at Home” order, residents should be traveling only for essential services: Essential travel includes things like commuting to an essential job, picking up supplies like […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority Postpones High School Recycled Art Contest due to Coronavirus
The York County Solid Waste Authority has postponed its 6th annual High School Recycled Art Contest awards reception originally scheduled for April 16, 2020 at York Central Market due to safety concerns related to the current Coronavirus pandemic. Also postponed is the display of submitted artwork originally scheduled for April 1-April 30, 2020 at Central […]
YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY CANCELS SATURDAY RESIDENTIAL DELIVERIES TO THE YORK COUNTY RESOURCE RECOVERY CENTER AND LIMITS COMMERCIAL WASTE HAULER ACCOUNT HOLDER SATURDAY DELIVERIES
The York County Solid Waste Authority has cancelled residential deliveries of waste and electronics to the York County Resource Recovery Center on Saturdays effective March 21, 2020 and until further notice. Saturday commercial waste hauler account holder deliveries will be accepted from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. also effective March 21, 2020 and until further […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority Offers York County Residents FREE Litter Disposal
Are you looking for a lovely picnic spot? York County has many. How about a place to hike or bike? York County has that, too. And, a place to enjoy time on the water? York County offers that, as well. We live in a uniquely beautiful area filled with many locations to enjoy the outdoors. […]
Medication Take Back Box Available at Substation Located at Former Southwestern PD Location
The former Southwestern Police Department in Spring Grove, PA is now Northern York County Regional Police Department’s Substation. The Substation location is participating in the Authority’s secure medication take-back box partnership and the box is now open to the public. The Substation is located at 6115 Thoman Drive, Spring Grove, PA and is open Monday […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority Provides FREE Disposal for Pick Up Pennsylvania Event
The York County Resource Recovery Center (YCRRC) will provide free disposal for those taking part in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s Pick Up Pennsylvania event to support the Great American Cleanup. Those who plan to take part must contact the York County Solid Waste Authority to obtain a litter disposal placard prior to bringing the litter they […]
The York County Solid Waste Authority Kicks off High School Recycled Art Contest with “Picker Day” Event at Refindings
To promote recycling and celebrate “Earth Day” (April 22), the York County Solid Waste Authority is sponsoring its sixth annual Recycled Art Contest for York County High School students. On Saturday, February 8, at 10:00 am, a special “Picker Day” event invites participants to search through treasures at Refindings, an architectural and salvage warehouse at […]
York County Solid Waste Authority’s Small Load Drop Off Area
Many of us will embark on a thorough cleaning of our home this spring. In fact, 58% of adults will tackle this task which involves throwing away unwanted things, possibly a large quantity and variety of unwanted things. Where can you take all your once loved, now trash items? If you live in York County, […]
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Reduce Holiday Waste
Holiday waste: Have you given it any thought during this season? It may not be the most exciting topic to ponder, especially at this most wonderful time of year, but it is important to be mindful of the amount of trash you are creating. In this article, I’ll focus on waste reduction solutions for the […]