Author Archives: wpccobh

State Attorney General’s Office-Ombudsperson for the Common Interest Community

Posted on December 5, 2015 by wpccobh

A new State Office was formed under Attorney General Matt Denn last year. It is called The Ombudperson for the Common Interest Community. This office was formed to help both civic associations and maintenance corporations resolve disputes. The contact information for this office … Continue reading →

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North Claymont Area Master Plan

Posted on November 14, 2015 by wpccobh

Below is an invitation to Community Leaders from WILMAPCO regarding the North Claymont Area Master Plan Dear Community Leader: I am writing to encourage your participation in the North Claymont Area Master Plan. On November 23, we invite you to take … Continue reading →

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Household Hazardous Waste/Electronics Recycling/Paper Shredding Event

Posted on October 27, 2015 by wpccobh

Here is some information about an upcoming Household Hazardous Waste/Electronics Recycling and Paper Shredding Event this Saturday, October 31st, 8AM-2PM. Here is the link Also, please note: Shredded paper IS recyclable ONLY when it is brought to an event like … Continue reading →

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DNREC Homeowner Assistance Program-Removing Old Underground Tanks

Posted on September 12, 2015 by wpccobh

Out with the Old – In with the New By Amy Bryson and Christina Wirtz DNREC’s new heating fuel underground storage tank closure assistance program helps homeowners remove old underground tanks. The article can be found in the Fall, 2015 … Continue reading →

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Community Forestry Training Survey – your input is needed

Posted on August 23, 2015 by wpccobh

The following may be of interest to members of our community Dear Community Tree Advocates: Penn State Extension Urban Forestry Program in partnership with DCNR Bureau of Forestry is planning a comprehensive program to train and assist municipal shade tree … Continue reading →

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Recycling in Delaware – A comprehensive guide

Posted on July 25, 2015 by wpccobh

Last month we reviewed some recycling Q&A. Now here is a Comprehensive guide on recycling in Delaware that you can share with your community.

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Recycling Q&A

Posted on June 6, 2015 by wpccobh

Not always sure what items can be recycled? Below are some questions and answers that may be helpful and add clarification to Delaware’s Recycling Program 1. Are the heavy plastic “bags” that sheets and blankets and bedspread come in recyclable? … Continue reading →

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Household Hazardous Waste / Electronic Goods / Paper Shredding

Posted on June 2, 2015 by wpccobh

Event Date: Saturday, June 06, 2015 Time: 08:00AM–02:00PM Location: University of Delaware-Campus Guard Building 550 S. College Avenue Newark, DE Household Hazardous Waste               http://dswa.com/programs_haz.asp Product containers marked with words, “Warning: Hazardous,” “Flammable,” “Poisonous,” “Corrosive” or “Explosive.” For example; household cleaners, garden … Continue reading →

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2015 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Schedule

Posted on May 7, 2015 by wpccobh

Household Hazardous Waste / Electronic Goods / Paper Shredding The Delaware Solid Waste Authority (DSWA) operates Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Events at different locations throughout the year. Delaware residents can bring their HHW to the event free of charge. … Continue reading →

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Naamans Creek Watershed April 18th Cleanup Review

Posted on May 6, 2015 by wpccobh

The 2015 Naamans Creek Watershed Cleanup, held annually in connection with the Christina River Watershed Cleanup, pulled out a lot of trash from the stream and surrounding areas. Below are some pictures from the the April 18th Christina River Cleanup. We ended … Continue reading →

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