Regular visitors to the center may have noticed some of the shelving in the center have been rearranged and a second baler has been installed.  This new baler will be used for plastic bags and wrap.  The baled material will be shipped to Trex to become composite lumber. Westmoreland Cleanways will accept only CLEAN, DRY plastic bags and wrap, free of receipts, food, and organic residue.  Click the link provided for a printer friendly flier, Bags and Wrap Recycling ACCEPTABLE Material … [Read more...]

We are GETTING items in our plastic collection bins that we DO NOT ACCEPT! We do accept clean and dry PLASTIC BAGS, PLASTIC WRAP and PLASTIC FILM, but NOT in the yellow bins.  Drive those inside the warehouse and hand them to a staff member.    Otherwise, please remember that we DO NOT ACCEPT the following items: DO NOT ACCEPT PLASTIC TOYS DO NOT ACCEPT PLASTIC BUCKETS DO NOT ACCEPT PLASTIC CASES OR BOXES FROM DRILLS/SAWS/OTHER TOOLS OR ITEMS DO NOT ACCEPT PLASTIC LAWN … [Read more...]

In 2022, participants in the Pick Up PA hosted 4,942 events across the state.  With the help of 65, 988 volunteers: 1,655,898 Pounds of Materials Recycled 3,409,240 Pounds of Trash Disposed 7,863 Miles of Roads, Shorelines and Trails Cleaned 104,495 Trees, Shrubs, and Flowers Planted 45,412 Tires Properly Disposed Let's keep the momentum going this year by Picking up PA! Visit the Pick Up PA website for details, to register an event, or to find an event to volunteer … [Read more...]

Forget everything Westmoreland Cleanways has ever said about which plastics are locally accepted for recycling.   As all of that is about to change... at least here at the Recycling Center!  Beginning Feb. 1, 2023 Westmoreland Cleanways will be accepting plastics 1-7 as well as vinyl fencing and vinyl siding. (In curbside, home recycling programs, the acceptable list of plastics has not changed.  It is still only plastic bottles and jugs). Drop the plastic off in the YELLOW Bins … [Read more...]

With the help of membership dues, donations, and visit to the center, we've had an impressive year.  We couldn't have done it without the support from the community! 2022 Highlights Prevented over 75,000 pounds of household hazardous waste (HHW) from entering landfills through our bi-monthly HHW collection events. Provided 106 youth education programs at libraries, scout groups, preschools and at K-12 schools. Also presented 9 adult educational programs reaching approximately 5,500 … [Read more...]

We are very pleased to announce Westmoreland Cleanways is now able to accept corrugated plastic signs, often referred to as coroplast.  These signs are essentially plastic cardboard, and are made from three layers of thin, polypropylene plastic.  The signs are typically found in yards or along roadways that advertise political campaigns, community events, real estate sales, and even tradespeople. We do ask that the stands (and grommets) be removed from the signs prior to visiting the center.  … [Read more...]

For the past 25 years Westmoreland Cleanways only had the resources available to host 2-3 household hazardous collection (HHW) events each year.  Residents would need to stockpile dangerous HHW in their homes, and keep their fingers crossed they'd  be available on event day.  Well no longer is that a worry! Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling is proud to announce that starting April 2022, we will be hosting HHW events.  Noble Environmental will be on site the 1st and the 3rd WEDNESDAY of … [Read more...]

The Videos Welcome to the Recycling Center: A brief introduction to the Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center, lists what materials are collected and why. Recycling Center Tour:  Dropping material off at the Recycling Center? Let a drone lead the way to find out what to expect when visiting. How to Recycle - Electronics:  Recycling electronics is the law in Pennsylvania.  Learn why that is and how Westmoreland Cleanways electronics collection helps residents follow the law. How to … [Read more...]

Westmoreland Cleanways' Recycling Center now accepts foam!!  Get the Foam Recycling Flyer for more information. For an introduction to Cleanways’ new foam recycling collection program and how it works including  acceptable/not acceptable material and how to prepare the material, watch the video : How to Recycle Foam at Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center   WESTMORELAND CLEANWAYS AND RECYCLING EXPANDS FACILITY TO ACCEPT FOAM FOR RECYCLING Falls Church, Va. >>> … [Read more...]

Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center - Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center accepts electronics (TVs of all types, computer monitors of all types, computers, laptops, printers, mice, keyboards, cords), household electronics, and other devices at no cost to the consumer.  Visit our Recycling Center Page for complete details. Community Collections: Some municipalities and community groups accept electronics during spring and fall collection events. If your community is holding an … [Read more...]