So here we are, in week whatever-it-is of the Great Trash Strike of 2025. The streets smell like low tide, the seagulls have started unionizing, and my compost bin is giving off a sentient vibe. Meanwhile, I find out that none other than Bill Gates, yes, that Bill Gates, is a major shareholder in Republic Services, the very same company not picking up my trash. Six … [Read more...] about Harris: Peabody asks Bill Gates (yes, that Bill Gates) to pick up trash
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Trash pickup delays continue as Republic Services work stoppage continues
Unfortunately, the Republic Services work stoppage continues with no negotiations scheduled as of today, Monday, July 28th. Republic and the Teamsters Local 25 last met on July 18th. Trash and recycling pickup is ongoing so please continue to leave your bins curbside on your regular pickup day. There are continued reports of late pickups so please expect a 1–2-day delay. If … [Read more...] about Trash pickup delays continue as Republic Services work stoppage continues
Massachusetts treasurer urges swift resolution to Boston trash strike
As the Republic Services trash strike enters its third week, residents across Greater Boston are being urged to embrace patience and neighborly cooperation as municipal officials scramble to respond to uncollected waste. The strike, which began July 1, stems from a breakdown in contract negotiations between the waste collection company and Teamsters Local 25. Many communities … [Read more...] about Massachusetts treasurer urges swift resolution to Boston trash strike