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Newark reports residential trash interruptions as Republic Services drivers strike

5362568 · July 11, 2025
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City Manager Benun told the Newark City Council that Republic Services is providing limited commercial service while residential pickup is suspended because local drivers are striking; the city is offering free drop-off at Fremont and reviewing its franchise agreement.

City Manager Benun said the city is experiencing an interruption of residential trash service after local Republic Services drivers staged a strike, and that the company is currently providing limited commercial service only. “We currently do have an interruption of service from Republic Services. Limited service is being provided to commercial accounts at this time, but, unfortunately, no service is being provided to residential…

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