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Hoboken begins distributing new trash cans to combat rodent infestation

News rules went into effect last month to require outdoor trashcans to have tight-fitting lids.

Matt Trapani

Sep 22, 2023, 8:47 PM

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The city of Hoboken is giving out free garbage cans to residents as part of the city’s effort to combat its growing rodent problem.

News rules went into effect last month to require outdoor trashcans to have tight-fitting lids.

RELATED: Hoboken steps up fight against rats, approves new city rules for trash cans starting Thursday

RELATED: Hoboken officials on a mission to quell city’s rodent infestation

Residents can now pick up those lidded containers starting on Monday, Sept. 25 at the following locations.

Sept. 25 – 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. – Multi-Service Center hockey rink, on Adams Street between First and Second Streets

Sept. 26 – 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. – Multi-Service Center hockey rink, on Adams Street between First and Second Streets

Sept. 28 – 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. – 13th & Jefferson Streets

Sept. 30 – 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. – former Union Dry Dock, 901 Sinatra Dr.

Containers are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents must bring proof of residency.

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