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Shredding and recycling event Saturday in Barrington

Residents of Barrington and other Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County communities are eligible to participate in a Document Destruction Event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 19, in the Metra North Commuter Lot near Wool Street and Klingenberg Lane in Barrington.

Materials will not be accepted from non-SWANCC residents, businesses, schools, or institutions. Identification will be checked for verification of residency.

There is a limit of six file boxes or paper bags per vehicle, and plastic and metal clips or binders must be removed. For more information and to check if you are a member, visit www.swancc.org/ or call (847) 724-9205.

In addition to document shredding, items will be accepted for textile recycling. No proof of residency is required to participate. Unwanted clothing, shoes, household and kitchen items, accessories and toys will be recycled. Unaccepted items include furniture, wet/moldy clothing, electronics, paints, cleaners/ liquids and mattresses.

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