Category Archives: Environmental

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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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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Recycling in Delaware – Tips about best practices

Posted on June 27, 2014 by wpccobh

So you want to recycle, but aren’t always sure what is acceptable for recycling in Delaware. Recently Hetty Franke and Marianne Cinaglia toured the ReCommunity single stream recycling plant recently with the Recycling Public Advisory Council (RPAC). While there they received some important … Continue reading →

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Christina River Watershed Cleanup – Sat. April 12th, 2014

Posted on April 11, 2014 by wpccobh

Here is a reminder about tomorrow’s Christiana River Cleanup. CCOBH once again asks your support to cleanup a portion of the Christina River Watershed on Saturday, April 12th, 2014 from 8:00 am to 12:00 Noon. We will meet behind Sweeney’s … Continue reading →

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