NEW RECYCLING SCHEDULE IN EFFECT: Newark Public Works Launches Night Shift for Recycling Pick Up
January 27, 2025 – The City of Newark Department of Public Works Director Tyreek Rolon announced a new night schedule for recycling collections.
POSTPONED – Shred it and Forget it! Newark Public Works to Host Paper Shredding Event on Saturday, December 21
EVENT POSTPONED – Newark Public Works will host a paper shredding event on Saturday, December 21 at the DPW Headquarters to encourage residents to protect their identity while also protecting the environment.
Peak Season for Yard Waste is Here: Newark Public Works Encourages Proper Disposal of Yard Waste
As the fall season kicks off, Newark residents are reminded to properly dispose of yard waste. Yard waste is collected twice a month and can also be dropped off at your nearest service center.
Newark Public Works Rolls Out Weekly Mattress Collections
Newark Public Works launches weekly curbside mattress collections to fight illegal dumping across the city.
Newark Public Works Launches Campaign to Fight Against Illegal Dumping
Newark Public Works strongly encourages the public to report illegal dumpers.
Newark Public Works Opens Up New Service Centers for Mixed-Trash Collection
The Department of Public Works has officially opened its doors at four satellite locations throughout the City for mixed-trash collection.
Slam Dunk The Junk 2024
August 30, 2024 – Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced today that the Department of Public Works’ Division of Sanitation is teaming up with the Clean Communities Council, Inc., to host the annual “Slam Dunk the Junk” on Thursday, October 10, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.