Newton NJ Recycling Information

03/14/2026

The recycling of steel cans (also known as tin cans) has been an integral part of local recycling programs for decades.

These cans, which are actually tin-plated steel cans, are used for soups, tuna fish, diced tomatoes and other food products. Of the typical materials found in curbside recycling buckets, bins or carts, steel cans represent 2.5% of the total tonnage collected at the curb.

According to the DEP’s recycling statistics, almost 50,000 tons of steel cans were recycled in New Jersey in 2022! Steel cans are easy to identify since they will stick to a magnet.

Learn more about recycling at recycle.nj.gov.

03/11/2026

♻️ What’s New at the Newton, NJ Recycle Center? We’ve rolled out a shiny new Information Board — think of it as the “greatest hits” of everything we recycle. Each commodity now has its own flyer, like little trading cards for recyclables. Association of New Jersey Recyclers

03/09/2026

🌼 Spring is in the air, Newton! Which means it’s officially time to face that mountain of “I’ll deal with it later” stuff you’ve been ignoring since fall.
Your big chance to purge, toss, shred, and recycle is coming up on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Bulk permits are on sale now, by appointment at the Newton DPW—grab one and set your inner decluttering hero free.
Swing by the Newton Recycle Center between 8 AM and 1 PM for:
• ✂️ Free paper shredding (goodbye, mystery paperwork)
• 🛞 Tire recycling (your garage will thank you)
• 🛢️ Waste fluid disposal (because that old motor oil isn’t going to walk itself out) Have questions? The DPW is happy to help at 973‑383‑4160 or [email protected].

02/23/2026

Zone 4 Collection will take place according to schedule. The Recycle Center will be open ☃️.

02/04/2026

Stuck inside because of the cold? Put that cabin‑fever energy to good use by cleaning out closets and setting aside household junk for disposal. Check out the flyer below for everything you need to know about our Spring Bulk Cleanup on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
You can also find more recycling tips and guidelines on the Recycling page of the Town website, www.newtontownhall.com

02/04/2026

Residents are encouraged to bring non‑functioning household batteries to the Newton Recycle Center for appropriate disposal.
This initiative supports our ongoing efforts to divert recyclable materials from the landfill.
**Please refer to the chart below for additional information.

01/22/2026

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01/20/2026

**WATER MAIN BREAK ROUTE 206/CLINTON ST** Traffic Detour in place. Please use caution in the area.

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01/17/2026

Due to the current weather conditions, and for the safety of our residents, the Recycle Center will now be CLOSING.

01/13/2026

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01/12/2026

Curious what to do with a burnt-out lightbulb? Don’t just toss it in the trash – Recycle IT 💡at the Newton Recycle Center!

Association of New Jersey Recyclers