Kent County Delaware Dept. of Public Works

10/13/2026

📢 TRASH PICK UP- WEEK OF OCTOBER 12, 2026

Attention, Kent County, Delaware trash customers! 🗑️

There is NO CHANGE to the trash collection schedule this week due to the holiday. Please place your trash out on your regularly scheduled collection day.

If you have any questions please contact our office at 302-744-2429.

Please see below for a copy of the holiday schedule:

09/24/2026

09/08/2026

ATTN: Kent County Trash District Customers in the Northridge Subdivision.

Due to unforeseen circumstances the yard waste route was not serviced today. Please leave your bins out at the curb overnight for pick up on 9/9/26.

We appologize for the inconvenience

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09/08/2026

Just a reminder that trash is delayed by 1 day this week for County Trash Districts!

08/24/2026

On Friday, August 21, 2026, the Biosolids Capacity Upgrade Project celebrated a major milestone. Kent County Levy Court- Public Works Department – Wastewater Treatment Facilities staff participated in the "Topping-off Ceremony" symbolizing the building’s current and future progress. Prior to the last piece of structural steel being erected on the new building, staff was able to sign the steel member to commemorate the special occasion. This project will ensure the County’s compliance with state environmental regulations and continue reliable wastewater treatment for the residents of Kent County, Delaware.

08/21/2026

⚠️ **TORNADO TOUCHDOWN – KENT COUNTY** ⚠️

Emergency crews are currently responding to **multiple calls following a reported tornado touchdown in Kent County.**

Residents are urged to **use extreme caution and avoid impacted areas** to allow emergency personnel to safely respond.

If you are in or near the affected area:

* Seek shelter immediately if severe weather continues.
* Stay away from downed power lines, damaged buildings, and debris.
* Do not enter impacted areas to sightsee.
* Call **911 only for life-threatening emergencies.**

Additional information will be released as it becomes available. Please continue to monitor official Kent County Public Safety channels and local weather alerts for updates.

**Please do not call 911 for information regarding the storm.**

08/20/2026

Attn: Kent County Trash Customers in the North Magnolia Trash District
Recycle was not completed in the following areas:
Plaindealing Rd
Please leave your bins at the curb overnight for service Friday morning.
If you have any questions, please contact our office at 302-744-2429

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08/18/2026

Attn: Kent County Trash Customers in the DuPont Manor Trash District.

Due to road work trash, recycling and yard waste were unable to be serviced today. Please leave your bins at the curb for service tomorrow August 19, 2026.

We apologize for the inconvenience

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08/14/2026