2021 has brought rise in plastic bag recycling contamination in Porter County.   Plastic bags shouldn’t be placed in curbside recycling as they can jam or damage the machines at local sorting facilities.   The Recycling and Waste...

Valparaiso, IN – As uncertainties remain with increase in COVID cases the Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County is offering both virtual and video format education programs in addition to in-person classroom visits to K-8...

The Porter County Recycling and Waste Reduction District’s compost sites will officially reopen on Monday, May 4th. Porter County residents can drop off yard waste and pick up compost or wood mulch. Non-residents, limitations and fees may apply....

Porter County, Indiana – Porter County residents have one last chance this year to properly dispose of their old and unused pesticides, gasoline, and other household products that contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive ingredients. The...

A Valparaiso resident successfully completed all the requirements to become Porter County’s newest Certified Master Recycler. Jane Biuckie was recognized at the July 9th Porter County Recycling & Waste Reduction board meeting. She completed 30...

Porter County residents are invited to clean out their garages, basements and sheds and bring all of their household hazardous waste to a collection scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 27. Sponsored by Porter County Recycling & Waste Reduction,...