Clear Out Old Tech For Free in Central New York
Got Old Electronics Lying Around? Here’s Your Chance to Clear Them Out
If there’s a pile of old cords, outdated laptops, or a TV that hasn’t been turned on in years sitting somewhere in your house… you’re not alone. And now, there’s an easy way to finally get rid of it in Central New York — without just tossing it in the trash.
A free electronics recycling event is coming to Utica, giving people a safe and simple way to clean house while doing something good for the environment.
What You Can Bring
On Saturday, April 18, you can drop off items like TVs, computers, and other electronics at the Oneida-Herkimer Recycling Center on Sewage Plant Road.
Instead of guessing what to do with them, everything will be handled the right way.
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And it’s not just electronics.
You can also bring up to three boxes of confidential documents per car to be safely shredded on-site. It’s a great chance to finally deal with that stack of old paperwork you’ve been meaning to go through.
More Than Just E-Waste
The event is covering even more bases.
The DEC will be collecting unused or expired prescription medications (just no needles or sharps), helping keep them out of the wrong hands.
There’s also a way to give back — old cell phones will be collected and donated to Cell Phones for Soldiers, helping military members and veterans stay connected with loved ones.
Why It Matters
Events like this make a big impact.
Past recycling days have helped collect more than 600,000 pounds of electronics, keeping harmful materials out of landfills and putting them on the path to proper disposal.
When and Where
The event runs from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Oneida-Herkimer Recycling Center, 824 Sewage Plant Road in Utica.
It’s free, it’s easy, and it’s one of those things that feels really good once it’s done.
So if you’ve been holding onto stuff you don’t need anymore… this is your sign to finally get rid of it.
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