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Collections TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED, Resumes at 6PM Today
2025-07-08
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 – Due to inclement weather, trash and recycling collections in Zone B are TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED and will RESUME at 6 PM TODAY.
We thank all Newark residents for your patience and cooperation. Live updates are available on our website at dpw.newarknj.gov/calendar/ and on our official Instagram page (@newarkpublicworks) and Facebook page (@City of Newark Department of Public Works).

Collections DELAYED in Zone B - July 9, 2025
2025-07-09
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – Delays expected for ZONE B Trash, Recycling, and Bulk Collections
Due to the July 4th holiday weekend, the Code Red heat emergency yesterday, and high bulk collection volume today, our Sanitation Division is currently experiencing delays in trash, recycling, and bulk pickup. We are actively working to complete all scheduled collections for July 8th and 9th in Zone B. The Department of Public Works will continue to provide updates throughout the day to keep residents informed. Check this page for the latest updates. We thank all Newark residents for your patience and understanding. Questions? Please call our customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Paper Recycling in ZONE A - July 14, 2025
2025-07-14
Monday, July 14, 2025 – Paper Recycling to be Abated THIS AFTERNOON in Zone A
Due to the high volume of household trash and bulk from last week, the Sanitation Department will be collecting recycling (cardboard) in Zone A this afternoon and recycling (cardboard) in Zone B tomorrow afternoon. We want to thank residents for their patience and understanding. Residents should leave their materials curbside, and crews will pickup as soon as possible. We appreciate your understanding as we work to get our collections schedule back on track. Questions? Please call our customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Paper Recycling in ZONE B - July 15, 2025
2025-07-15
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 – Paper Recycling to be Abated THIS AFTERNOON in Zone B
Due to the high volume of household trash and bulk from last week, the Sanitation Department will be collecting recycling (cardboard) in Zone B this afternoon. We want to thank residents for their patience and understanding. Residents should leave their materials curbside, and crews will pickup as soon as possible. We appreciate your understanding as we work to get our collections schedule back on track. Questions? Please call our customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Thanksgiving Day - All Collections CANCELED in Zone A
2025-11-27
Garbage and recycling (bottles and cans) collections are CANCELED for ZONE A on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025.
Zone A garbage pickup will resume on Monday, December 1, 2025. Collection of plastic bottles and cans will resume on Thursday, December 4, 2025.
*PLEASE place your paper recycling and plastic/cans recycling on the correct days. In Zone A, paper/cardboard recycling is collected on Mondays, and plastics/cans are collected on Thursdays.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” and “Recycling” tabs at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Black Friday - Garbage AS SCHEDULED, Recycling CANCELED in Zone B
2025-11-28
Garbage collection will remain IN EFFECT AS SCHEDULED, and recycling collection (bottles and cans) will be CANCELED for ZONE B on Black Friday, November 28, 2025.
Collection of plastic bottles and cans will resume on Friday, December 5, 2025.
*PLEASE place your paper recycling and plastic/cans recycling on the correct days. In Zone B, paper/cardboard recycling is collected on Tuesdays, and plastics/cans are collected on Fridays.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” and “Recycling” tabs at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Christmas Day - Collections CANCELED in Zone A
2025-12-25
Garbage and recycling (bottles and cans) collections are CANCELED for ZONE A on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025.
Zone A garbage pickup will resume on Monday, December 29, 2025. Collection of plastic bottles and cans will resume on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
*PLEASE place your paper recycling and plastic/cans recycling on the correct days. In Zone A, paper/cardboard recycling is collected on Mondays, and plastics/cans are collected on Thursdays.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” and “Recycling” tabs at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

New Years Day - Collections CANCELED in Zone A
2026-01-01
Garbage and recycling (bottles and cans) collections are CANCELED for ZONE A on New Years Day, January 1, 2026.
Zone A garbage pickup will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026. Collection of plastic bottles and cans will resume on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
*PLEASE place your paper recycling and plastic/cans recycling on the correct days. In Zone A, paper/cardboard recycling is collected on Mondays, and plastics/cans are collected on Thursdays.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” and “Recycling” tabs at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Garbage and Recycling AS SCHEDULED in Zone A
2026-01-19
Both garbage and paper recycling will REMAIN IN EFFECT AS SCHEDULED for ZONE A on Monday, January 19, 2026 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day).
As usual, place your trash and recycling on the curb between 7 PM – 10 PM the night before your scheduled pickup.
DPW’s service centers will be CLOSED.
*REMINDER: Please place your paper recycling and plastic/cans recycling on the correct days. In Zone A, paper/cardboard recycling is collected on Mondays, and plastics/cans are collected on Thursdays.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” and “Recycling” tabs at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Christmas Tree Pickup in ZONE A, Jan. 21
2026-01-21
Christmas Tree Pickup will take place in Zone A on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

Not sure what zone you’re in? CLICK HERE to type in your address.
Place your trees out on the curb between 7 PM – 10 PM the night before your pickup.
***Real trees ONLY. Artificial trees will NOT be collected. NO decorations, ornaments, lights, or wreaths allowed.
Newark residents can also drop off their trees at their nearest DPW service center. Click here to find a service center near you.
Questions? Please call the DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Collections CANCELED in Zone A due to snowstorm
2026-01-26
Due to the snowstorm, garbage and recycling collections are CANCELED for Zone A on Monday, January 26.
*Zone A garbage and plastic/cans recycling will be collected as usual on Thursday, January 29. Please place all trash and recycling safely on the curb.
DPW crews will be focused on plowing, salting, and cleaning the streets to ensure Newark residents can travel safely throughout the city.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” and “Recycling” tabs at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Collections CANCELED in Zone B due to snowstorm
2026-01-27
Due to the snowstorm, garbage and recycling collections are CANCELED for Zone B on Tuesday, January 27.
*Zone B garbage and plastic/cans recycling will be collected as usual on Friday, January 30. Please place all trash and recycling safely on the curb.
DPW crews will be focused on plowing, salting, and cleaning the streets to ensure Newark residents can travel safely throughout the city.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” and “Recycling” tabs at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Christmas Tree Pickup in ZONE B, Jan. 28
2026-01-28
Christmas Tree Pickup will take place in Zone B on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

Not sure what zone you’re in? CLICK HERE to type in your address.
Place your trees out on the curb between 7 PM – 10 PM the night before your pickup.
***Real trees ONLY. Artificial trees will NOT be collected. NO decorations, ornaments, lights, or wreaths allowed.
Newark residents can also drop off their trees at their nearest DPW service center. Click here to find a service center near you.
Questions? Please call the DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644, and we’d be happy to assist you.

Bulk Pickup CANCELED in Zone A due to snowstorm
2026-02-04
Due to the snowstorm, bulk pickup is CANCELED for Zone A on Wednesday, February 4.
Bulk pickup will resume next month in Zone A on March 4, 2026.
Residents can drop off bulk items at an official DPW service center. Click here to find a service center near you.
We thank all Newark residents for their patience as DPW crews work to keep our city clean.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” page at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Bulk Pickup CANCELED in Zone B due to snowstorm
2026-02-11
Due to the snowstorm, bulk pickup is CANCELED for Zone B on Wednesday, February 11.
Bulk pickup will resume next month in Zone A on March 11, 2026.
Residents can drop off bulk items at an official DPW service center. Click here to find a service center near you.
We thank all Newark residents for their patience as DPW crews work to keep our city clean.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” page at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Collections CANCELED in Zone A due to expected snowstorm
2026-02-23
Trash and recycling pickup will be CANCELED for Zone A on Monday, February 23, 2026, due to expected snowy conditions Sunday into Monday.
We thank all Newark residents for their patience and understanding.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” page at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Collections CANCELED in Zone B due to snow storm cleanup
2026-02-24
Trash and recycling pickup will be CANCELED for Zone B on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, due to snowstorm cleanup efforts.
We thank all Newark residents for their patience as DPW keeps Newark clean and safe in the aftermath of the snowstorm.
Questions? We are here to help. Browse the ‘Trash & Bulk” page at dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Memorial Day: Collections CANCELED in Zone A
2026-05-25
Garbage and paper recycling collections are CANCELED for Zone A on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.
Regular trash collections for Zone A will resume on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Please hold your cardboard and paper recycling until next Monday, June 1, 2026.
Questions? We are here to help. For the latest updates, visit dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.

Juneteenth: Collections CANCELED in Zone B
2026-06-19
Trash and plastic bottles/cans recycling pickup is CANCELED for Zone B on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observation of Juneteenth.
Regular trash collections for Zone B will resume on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
Please hold your plastic bottles and cans recycling until next Friday, June 26, 2026.
Questions? We are here to help. For the latest updates, visit dpw.newarknj.gov, or call the Newark DPW customer service unit at (973) 733-3644.
