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🍂 Six volunteers. Five bags of litter. One cleaner community!

A huge thank you to everyone who helped with yesterday's Adopt-A-Highway cleanup along Route 57 in Liverpool, NY.

Proud to give back to Central New York! 💚

#LiverpoolNY #CommunityCleanup
October 25, 2026 at 11:49 AM
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Volunteers needed to help clean up York

Volunteers are being sought to help with a community cleanup in York.

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Help clean up York City! Volunteers needed for community cleanup
Volunteers are being sought to help with a community cleanup in York.
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October 22, 2026 at 7:03 AM
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Highlands officials are taking action to tackle the eyesore of downed utility lines, enforcing a 60-day fix or face cleanup costs!

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Highlands staff to use code to compel cleanup of downed and double pole attachments
The town reviewed its March code changes and directed staff to use a 60-day notice mechanism to require providers to reattach or remove downed communication lines in the right-of-way; the board discussed prioritizing sections and phased enforcement.
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October 17, 2026 at 1:25 PM
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Palm Beach County's board just made significant strides, approving critical projects and setting the stage for future developments!

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At a glance: key votes — agenda, minutes, career development, blight grants, biosolids negotiations
The board adopted the agenda, approved minutes and consent items, received and filed a career development report with a February follow-up (7-0), approved five blight‑grant projects and asked three applicants to revise demolition costs (6-0), and authorized negotiations with NEFCO/Synagro on the biosolids O&M (5-0).
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October 15, 2026 at 8:17 AM
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Welcome! Bienvenidos! Byenveni! 💙🌎

Building a stronger community starts with making sure everyone feels they belong.

#CommunityCleanup #Inclusion
A welcome sign for Everyday Advocates displays three steps: sign up online and complete the waiver, check in and get gear, and scan for the event portal. QR codes are provided for online sign-up and the event portal. Fresh fruit and snacks are arranged on a table behind the sign on a sunny, grassy field.
October 11, 2026 at 3:17 AM
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Barstow's chief resilience officer warns of a looming historic El Niño that could unleash devastating floods, stressing the urgency for debris removal and community preparedness.

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Barstow resilience chief warns of historic El Niño flood risk, urges debris removal and coordination
Chief Resilience Officer Bruce English told the council the governor's emergency proclamation for the 2026–27 El Niño could bring heavy rainfall and rapid runoff through the Mojave River watershed, increasing flood risk for Barstow and its homeless populations. He urged cleaning waterways, staging resources and coordinating mutual aid.
https://citizenportal.ai/articles/10654108/Barstow/San-Bernardino-County/California/Barstow-resilience-chief-warns-of-historic-El-Niño-flood-risk-urges-debris-removal-and-coordination?source=bluesky&loc=CA
October 9, 2026 at 5:26 PM
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Hennepin County is ramping up its commitment to sustainability with a proposed $2.3 million boost for a bold 0-waste strategy and new city grants aimed at cleaner communities.

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Hennepin County Public Works proposes $2.3M boost for 0‑waste planning and city grants
Public Works presented a 2027 budget that shifts $2.3 million of enterprise funding to accelerate 0‑waste work (adding 5.4 FTE), includes $1 million in city grants for cleanup/bulky‑waste events, and highlights a new $700,000 MPCA food‑waste prevention grant.
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October 8, 2026 at 4:24 AM
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A wild week of illegal dumping in Sistrunk. Time to clean it up and hold people accountable. 📢 🚯

#HistoricSistrunk #FortLauderdale #CommunityCleanup
Illegal dumping of discarded furniture, cardboard, plastic bags, and other household debris along the roadside beside a chain-link fence and dense vegetation.
October 7, 2026 at 1:04 AM
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Flooding from recent torrential rains has hit Black Hawk County hard, but help is on the way with up to $7,000 available for qualifying households!

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Black Hawk County emergency management outlines Oct. 1 storm response; $7,000 individual assistance available
Emergency Management reported Oct. 1 torrential rains that caused flooding across Waterloo and Cedar Falls; Governor Reynolds signed a damage declaration enabling individual assistance grants (qualified households may receive up to $7,000) and county teams are conducting damage assessments and cleanup support.
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October 7, 2026 at 6:30 AM
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Lot 400 is facing a crisis with unsanctioned camping and significant cleanup costs, but can a balance between wetland restoration and economic development be found?

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Council hears public-works briefing on Lot 400: wetlands constraints, unsanctioned camping and cleanup costs
Staff described persistent unsanctioned camping on Lot 400, safety and sanitation hazards, significant cleanup needs and wetland constraints; staff said grant funds will support delineation and restoration work but that development options are limited by regulation.
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October 4, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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North Port is cracking down on construction debris and property violations, with potential fines reaching $2,000 looming for noncompliant property owners!

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North Port steps up enforcement of construction‑site debris and related violations across multiple properties
During the Sept. 24 hearing, inspectors presented dozens of construction‑site and property maintenance cases. The hearing officer found violations on numerous lots, typically setting fines to begin Oct. 20, 2026 if not remedied by Oct. 19; city staff said it has added inspectors to address the backlog.
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September 29, 2026 at 10:29 AM
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Join Everyday Advocates for four volunteer community cleanups across Broward & Miami-Dade this fall. Help clean streets, report hazards & earn service hours!

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South Florida Fall Litter Cleanup Event Series | Everyday Advocates
Join Everyday Advocates for four volunteer community cleanups across Broward & Miami-Dade this fall. Help clean streets, report hazards & earn service hours!
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September 27, 2026 at 11:08 PM
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EPA Region 1 is rolling out substantial grants for brownfield revitalization, focusing on underserved communities and environmental justice—could your town benefit?

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EPA Region 1 details grants and technical-assistance options for New England brownfields
U.S. EPA Region 1 described grant programs (assessment, cleanup, revolving loan funds, multi-purpose, job training) and technical-assistance options (TAB, LRTA, TBA), including anticipated FY27 award sizes and prioritization for underserved communities.
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September 26, 2026 at 6:27 AM
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NVCOG is transforming contaminated sites into revitalized spaces with three new $200,000 grants for crucial environmental assessments!

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NVCOG approves multiple $200,000 Brownfield environmental‑assessment grants
Board approved resolutions to accept three DECD brownfield environmental‑assessment awards ($200,000 each) for sites in Derby, Waterbury and Thomaston and also moved to support two area‑wide revitalization grant applications for Plymouth and the Brown Brook area of Waterbury.
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September 22, 2026 at 10:22 AM
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Dyer Town Council just secured $200,000 for emergency storm debris removal, partnering with top contractors to ensure a swift cleanup!

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Dyer approves intergovernmental agreement and RFP awards for storm debris removal
The Dyer Town Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Little Calumet River Basin providing up to $200,000 for storm debris removal and awarded RFPs naming DebrisTech for monitoring and Arbor Masters for hauler services after an amendment on timing.
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September 22, 2026 at 4:31 AM
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Together we clean. Today is World Cleanup Day, when communities worldwide unite for healthier spaces. Whether solo or in a group, your effort counts. #WorldCleanupDay #CommunityCleanUp
Group of six volunteers wearing reflective vests and gloves pose smiling on a beach with filled orange trash bags after cleanup.
September 19, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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In an inspiring community effort, Big Lake residents rallied to clean up 50 tons of trash and 60 vehicles from their neighborhood, showcasing the power of collaboration and commitment.

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Borough officials credit community and troopers for rapid cleanup in Big Lake’s 'Peaceful Place' neighborhood
Borough staff and volunteers removed roughly 50 tons of trash and about 60 vehicles from a half-mile of roadway after an August community meeting; officials say arrests, state troopers and local partners were essential to the effort and plan follow-up road repairs and housing investment.
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September 17, 2026 at 1:43 PM
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Bloomington faces a staggering $1.2 million in storm damage as cleanup efforts reveal over 2,300 loads of debris and costs that keep climbing.

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City reports $1.2M in initial storm-damage submission; tally of debris still rising
City staff told council the governor declared a disaster for the region and the city submitted roughly $1.2 million in initial damages for debris removal, wages and equipment; staff reported over 2,300 loads and 502 tons of bulk collected so far and said the total costs continue to climb.
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September 16, 2026 at 10:19 PM
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#borrasparkprimaryschool #Wrexham #DogFouling #ResponsibleDogOwnership #KeepWrexhamClean #WrexhamCouncil #CommunityCleanUp #PrimarySchools #YoungDesigners #LocalCommunities #CleanCommunities #DogOwners #EnvironmentalAwareness #CommunityPride
Designers Anti-dog Fouling Signs Appearing Across Wrexham
Colourful anti-dog fouling signs designed by primary school pupils are being installed across Wrexham following ‘Design a Sign’ competition.
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September 16, 2026 at 11:49 AM
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Eugene's Police Chief Skinner reveals ambitious downtown cleanup plans amid staffing shortages and critical election security demands.

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Eugene police chief credits downtown cleanup and deflection work while warning of staffing shortfalls and election-security demands
Chief Skinner told the Police Commission the department is partnering with private downtown cleanup efforts, leaning on a Lane County deflection program for behavioral health responses, facing a shortfall of roughly two dozen officers and preparing for election-related duties requested by Lane County elections officials.
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September 15, 2026 at 6:57 PM
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New Chicago faces significant storm damage, but the town is rallying for recovery with FEMA assistance and plans to restore its parks.

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Town reports storm damage, seeks FEMA help and park-repair grants
After a severe storm, council and staff reported damage across town, credited Lake County for cleanup support, described FEMA coordination for financial assistance, and described park closures and grant plans (basketball court grant deadline extended to Sept. 23).
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September 15, 2026 at 4:38 AM
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La Porte County is gearing up for a major storm-debris cleanup as a state contractor prepares to mobilize this week—are you ready to find out what that means for you?

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La Porte County officials say state contractor to mobilize for storm-debris cleanup this week
District director Robin told the board the state-contracted debris firm SDR planned to mobilize by weeknd to grind and haul storm debris, and stressed the county must meet FEMA timelines to maximize reimbursement.
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September 12, 2026 at 12:46 AM
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Reverend Richard Tyson calls out the neglected state of East Laurinburg, where abandoned homes and a tent city pose serious health risks to the community.

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Residents urge county action on East Laurinburg blight and homeless encampments
Reverend Richard Tyson and neighbors told commissioners that abandoned homes, overgrown lots and a tent encampment in East Laurinburg are creating health and safety hazards and asked the board to apply nuisance enforcement and community resources.
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September 9, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Hammond is reeling from over $2 million in storm damage, and the mayor reveals a detailed plan for cleanup and FEMA assistance that could extend into 2027!

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Mayor: Hammond suffered over $2 million in storm damage, city hired FEMA contractor and cleanup will extend into October
Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. said Hammond has recorded more than $2,000,000 in damages from the Aug. 11 storm, the city hired an outside firm to help with FEMA claims and crews, and he expects debris cleanup to continue through October with potential FEMA reimbursement in 2027.
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September 6, 2026 at 10:51 PM
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Illegal dumping in Oxnard cost the city a staggering $1.4 million last year, prompting officials to unveil new cleanup initiatives and recycling programs.

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City officials say illegal dumping cost about $1.4 million last year and outline cleanup programs
City staff told the INCO that the city spent roughly $1.4 million in 2025 responding to illegal dumping, described mattress-recycling and curbside bulky-item programs, and urged neighborhoods to cooperate with street-sweeping and drop-off services to reduce costs.
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September 4, 2026 at 7:39 PM