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Trash collector strike is “so bad” for Massachusetts, Healey says

More than 20 days after unionized sanitation workers walked off the job in 14 Massachusetts communities, Gov. Maura Healey on ...

Trash strike enters third week, hearing to be held in court as garbage continues to pile up

As the Republic Services trash strike continues into its third week, six communities in Massachusetts are seeking a court ...
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A Mass. mayor explains why his city is suing as the garbage strike carries on

Last week, six cities and towns in Greater Boston sued Republic Services over uncollected trash. Gloucester Mayor Greg Verga ...

Trash troubles continue in Philadelphia weeks after DC 33 strike ends

The DC 33 strike may be over with a new contract ratified, but Philadelphia residents are still reporting trash troubles.

Trash Strike 'Odors, Rats' Update: North Shore Officials In Court, No New Negotiations

Six North Shore and Greater Boston cities and towns are seeking to recoup costs from Republic Services from the 22-day strike.
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Philadelphia Sanitation Department says recycling pickup running behind following strike

The BriefThe Philadelphia Sanitation Department says recycling pickup is running behind as workers deal with a backlog of ...

Recycling collection falls ‘a few days behind’ as Philadelphia prioritizes trash removal

Philadelphia's Department of Sanitation is prioritizing collecting trash, which accumulated throughout the DC 33 strike ...

Trash Strike Update: Swampscott Withholds Republic Payments, Shuns Lawsuit

Interim Town Manager Gino Cresta cited strong communication and ongoing trash pickups from Republic during the 23-day work stoppage.