UPDATE: Wilkes-Barre City has just announced potential delays in recycling collection due to severe weather conditions forecasted for December 26. Residents in the South Wilkes-Barre 2, East End, Parsons, and Miners Mills neighborhoods are advised that cardboard and paper recycling scheduled for pickup that day may not occur as planned.
The city anticipates a significant volume of post-holiday recycling combined with the incoming storm, prompting this urgent advisory. Any recycling that is not collected on Friday will be rescheduled for pickup on December 29. Residents are encouraged to compact and consolidate their recycling materials to facilitate easier collection when it resumes.
Despite the recycling delays, garbage collection will proceed as scheduled on December 26. City officials stress the importance of adhering to regular garbage disposal to maintain community cleanliness even amid weather disruptions.
This advisory serves as a critical reminder for residents to prepare for the impending storm while managing their waste responsibly. Authorities are closely monitoring the weather situation and are committed to keeping the community informed about any further developments.
For the latest updates, residents are encouraged to check the city’s official website or local news sources. Stay safe and prepared as Wilkes-Barre faces this winter weather challenge.
