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Bedford advises residents: do not put lithium-ion batteries in trash; check signs and town webpage for drop-off

5505919 · July 24, 2025
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Commissioners reiterated that lithium-ion batteries must not be placed in household trash and noted a transfer-station collection bin and signage; members said the town website still needs an update and suggested outreach to community groups.

At its July meeting the Bedford Energy Commission reminded residents that lithium-ion batteries cannot be thrown in household refuse and urged use of the transfer-station collection point. Energy Commission member Matt McLaughlin said, “PSA, you cannot dispose of your lithium or ion batteries, and there is a bin or a location at the transfer station where you can place those.” Another commission member noted…

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