North Reading rolls out new trash and recycling guidelines
NORTH READING — The town's new trash and recycling collection guidelines took effect this month, and officials are continuing to remind residents of program changes as several town boards prepare to meet next week.
TOWN HALL
The town has implemented new trash and recycling guidelines effective July 1, and a follow-up reminder about the collection program update went out July 8, according to the town's News & Announcements page. Residents are encouraged to review the updated guidelines to ensure proper compliance with the changed collection schedule. The town also continues to promote its "Smart911" alert sign-up, urging residents to register for emergency and community notifications.
COMMUNITY & ARTS
North Reading residents may be interested in an item from the neighboring town of Reading: New England Theater Company is marking America's 250th anniversary with a new historical play, a story covered by Reading, MA Patch (see below).
ELSEWHERE IN THE NEWS
"New England Theater Company Celebrating America 250 With Historical Play" — A theater company is staging a new historical production tied to the nation's semiquincentennial, according to Reading, MA Patch (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/reading/new-england-theater-company-celebrating-america-250-historical-play).
"3 Injured, 1 Critical Condition, After Car Crashes Into Danvers Building: Reports" — A vehicle crash into a building in nearby Danvers left multiple people injured, one critically, according to Patch (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/danvers/3-injured-1-critical-condition-after-car-crashes-danvers-building-reports).
"$1 Million Lottery Winner Sold At North Andover Store" — A $1 million winning lottery ticket was sold at a store in North Andover, Patch reports (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/northandover/1-million-lottery-winner-sold-north-andover-store).
"Work Begins, Lane Shifts In Place On I-93 In Wilmington" — Construction work has started on Interstate 93 in Wilmington, prompting lane shifts that may affect North Reading commuters, according to Patch (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/wilmington/work-begins-lane-shifts-place-i-93-wilmington).
COMING UP
The Historic District Commission meets Tuesday, July 14, according to the town calendar. The Youth Services Committee also meets Tuesday, July 14. Narcan Training sessions are scheduled for Wednesday, July 15.