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SPRING SHRED FEST: Join Newark DPW for Paper Shredding on Saturday, March 21, 2026
Bring your old documents! Join Newark Public Works' paper shredding event on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 99 Earl Street from 9 am to 1 pm. Newark residents ONLY.
Calling All Volunteers for the 2026 ‘Brick City’ Cleanups! Scheduled Every Saturday from April 4 to August 22, 9 AM to 1 PM
Got Pride for Brick City? Do your part to keep it clean! Join DPW employees for the 2026 Brick City Cleanup Series. Cleanups are scheduled every Saturday from April 4 to August 22 from 9 AM to 1 PM, happening in different neighborhoods across all 5 wards. Snacks, water, and cleaning supplies are provided.
Think Ahead, Stay Prepared: Newark DPW’s Winter Snow Storm Tips for 2026
Newark— think ahead and stay prepared! Keep you and your loved ones safe by following Newark DPW's safety tips this winter.
Christmas Tree Pickup IN EFFECT: Trees to be collected on January 2026 Yard Waste Pickup Days
January is officially Christmas Tree pickup season! Newark DPW will collect Christmas Trees on January 2026 yard waste days.
Leaf Pickup Season is Here! Curbside Leaf Collections Begin October 15, 2025
Keep your block leaf-free this fall season with Newark DPW’s Annual Leaf Recycling Program! Curbside collections will begin October 15, 2025. Leaves and yard waste can also be dropped off at your nearest service center.
‘Slam Dunk The Junk!’ is Back! Newark Public Works to Host Fall Community Clean Up on October 9, 2025
Newark Public Works is hosting “Slam Dunk the Junk” once again on October 9, 2025, in honor of the late Brenda Anderson, Former Recycling Coordinator.
Recycle Your E-Waste! Electronic Collection Event on Thursday, September 18, 2025
Newark Public Works will host a FREE E-Waste Recycling Event on Thursday, September 18, 2025, where residents can drop off old, broken, or unwanted electronic waste. Got an old cell phone or computer? Throw it out the right way!
Cleaner Streets, Stronger Wards — Summer 2025 Community Clean Ups Near You
Newark Public Works (DPW) is holding a series of Summer 2025 community cleanups to get residents engaged in city cleanliness efforts, prevent littering, and promote good citizenship. Attend a community cleanup near you!
‘Slam Dunk The Junk!’ Newark Public Works to Host Earth Day Clean Up on April 22, 2025
Newark Public Works is hosting a “Slam Dunk the Junk” Clean Up event on April 22, 2025, in honor of Earth Day.
APRIL SHRED FEST: Newark Public Works to Host Paper Shredding Event on Saturday, April 19, 2025
Join Newark Public Works this month for a paper shredding event on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at the DPW Headquarters from 9 AM - 12 PM.
Properly Dispose of Your E-Waste! Electronic Recycling Event on Thursday, April 17, 2025
Panasonic and the Ironbound District will be hosting a FREE E-Waste Recycling Event on Thursday, April 17, 2025, where residents can drop off old, broken, or unwanted electronic waste. Got an old cell phone or computer? Come join us to throw it out the right way!
Make Your Voice Heard! — Upcoming Community Meetings in March 2025
Newark DPW is holding a series of community meetings throughout the month of March to share relevant updates and hear directly from Newark residents. Attend a community meeting near you, and make your voice heard!