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‘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!
Shred it and Forget it! Newark Public Works to Host Paper Shredding Event on Saturday, February 22, 2025
Join Newark Public Works this weekend for a paper shredding event on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at the DPW Headquarters from 9 AM - 12 PM.
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.
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.