Westford Recycling Commission

06/14/2026

What is your recycling IQ?

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06/13/2026

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♻️ 35 Ways to 35 Gallons: Tips #6–10

Looking for easy ways to reduce waste at home? This week's tips focus on reusable alternatives, donation opportunities, and making thoughtful purchasing decisions.

Every item reused, recycled, or donated helps support Westford's waste reduction efforts.

🔗 PAYT Program Information: https://ayrs.io/1mcP9e

🔗 Westford Recycling Commission: https://ayrs.io/TzS1Ns

06/12/2026

Did you know MassRecycle has a podcast?

Check out the latest episode at the link below.

https://massrecycle.org/podcast/episode-57-the-changing-face-of-recycling-insights-from-recycling-todays-brian-taylor/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSNMypleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFNUzlqMGJ3ZVhVa0ZhZ1pWc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHr2Ss2N1mzvFewwDwrSvh4yrh5ytZiH-w0VqAsXiPeOXc3YILDTtbV_mJFzE_aem_5cebvkFWiuQKxJlWTbS5wQ

Want a bird’s‑eye view of how far recycling has come in the last 30 years, and where it’s headed next? In this episode, Gretchen and Waneta chat with Brian Taylor, senior editor at Recycling Today Media Group. Brian shares how recycling trends have changed since he entered the industry in 1997...

06/11/2026

The Recycling Commission needs members!

There are several open seats on the commission. If you are interested, consider joining the meeting tonight 7pm at Roudenbush to learn more.

06/11/2026

Do you have black plastic plant pots you'd like to recycle?
Take them to Weston Nurseries Garden Centers every last Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the month to be recycled.

06/10/2026

♻️ 35 Ways to 35 Gallons: Tips #1–5

The Town of Westford and the Westford Recycling Commission are kicking off our "35 Ways to 35 Gallons" campaign with five simple actions that can help reduce waste, reuse materials, and recycle more effectively.

Small changes can make a big difference. Follow along as we share all 35 tips throughout the coming weeks.

🔗 Learn more about the PAYT Program:
https://ayrs.io/1mcP9e

🔗 Learn more about the Westford Recycling Commission: https://ayrs.io/TzS1Ns

06/09/2026

This type of stretch plastic can be recycled at Market Basket (by the entrance) and Whole Foods (at the Exit).

06/06/2026

CMRK "Clothing with a Conscience" will be in Westford June 11 picking up gently worn clothing, shoes, books and housewares.

For more information on CMRK, what they accept, and to schedule a pickup:

From details on your pickup to acceptable and unacceptable items, visit this page to learn how you can properly give back with DCNE.

06/05/2026