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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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Brandywine School District Board Candidate Forum-4/27/15

Posted on April 26, 2015 by wpccobh

Come meet the Candidates for the Brandywine School Board of Education. The Brandywine School District Board Candidate Forum is set for Monday, April 27th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm at the Brandywine High School Auditorium. Organized by Delaware PTA – Region 1 Following introductions, … Continue reading →

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New Castle County’s UDC Focus Group – Civic Organizations

Posted on March 23, 2015 by wpccobh

You are cordially invited join a workshop for community leaders and civic organizations regarding changes to the New Castle County Department of Land Use Unified Development Code (UDC). The Focus Group will meet on Thursday, March 26 , 2015 from … Continue reading →

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Bellefonte Centennial Commemoration – March 9th

Posted on February 28, 2015 by wpccobh

The Town of Bellefonte is Commemorating it’s Centennial at it it’s March 9th Town Commission Meeting. The public and Board of CCOBH are cordially invited. The Town of Bellefonte Town Hall is located at 901A Rosedale Avenue, Bellefonte, DE 19809. … Continue reading →

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Christina River Watershed Cleanup – April 18 from 8am-12pm

Posted on February 5, 2015 by wpccobh

Here is your opportunity to join the Christina River Watershed Cleanup! Make a difference by spending a little time along the Naamas Creek! (Meet behind Sweeney’s Bakery in the F&N Shopping Center). Also visit: CHRISTINARIVERCLEANUP.ORG or call (302) 838-1897 to … Continue reading →

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Remember to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle this Holiday Season

Posted on December 24, 2014 by wpccobh

Gift boxes, as well as cardboard boxes, and most wrapping paper can be recycled curbside as a part of Delaware’s Universal Recycling Program. Please take Styrofoam packaging, (clean) take-out containers/plates/cups, and foam packing peanuts to the Delaware Recycling Center in … Continue reading →

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Brandywine Education Foundation-School Supply Drive

Posted on August 9, 2014 by wpccobh

The Brandywine Education Foundation will be collecting items this Saturday the August 9th and next Saturday the August 16th in front of Brandywine High School from 9-12 both mornings. All items collected will go directly toward ensuring all the students in … Continue reading →

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