Reuse, Repair, & Shred Day

Reuse, Repair & Shred Day is set for Saturday, Sept. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon in New Bedford.

Paper shredding will be offered at New Bedford High School. The service is free, with a two-box limit per person. Shredding is sponsored by NBCU and will be set up on the bus path near Hetland Arena.

Keith Middle School, will have drop-off and repair stations. Residents can donate gently used furniture, household goods, and clothing through the City’s Fresh Start Program and CMRK. Mass Save will provide a $30 rebate for working dehumidifiers. Free clothing mending is available by appointment for New Bedford and Dartmouth residents. Bicycle repairs and donations will also be supported by Youth Opportunities Unlimited.

The Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District is organizing the event with city departments, New Bedford Public Schools, and community partners. For more information, visit gnbrrmdistrict.org or call (508) 979-1493.

For questions about the event, please email Marissa@gnbrrmdistrict.org, call (508) 979-1493, or text (774) 503-0254.