Trash and Recycling

Electronics Disposal Saturday February 7 and Saturday March 7 9 AM - 12 PM DPW Yard 6 Carlino Way

Drop off unwanted electronics on Saturday February 7 or Saturday March 7, 2026 from 9 AM - 12 PM at the DPW Yard, 6 Carlino Way, Randolph MA (behind Zapustas Ice Arena).

Small electronics (printers, A/C, humidifier, microwave ovens, laptops, etc.) $5 each

Large electronics (Televisions, Monitors, Computers)  Under 60 pounds, $20 each. Over 60 pounds, $50 each. 

Cash, Check or Money Order only.

No trash or recycling pickup on Monday, Jan. 26th due to snowstorm. One-day delay for the week

Trash and Recycling will be delayed the week of Jan. 19th due to the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday


How to Dispose of Holiday Trees, Decorations, Electronics, and Cardboard Boxes

Holiday Trees and Wreaths   January 5 - January 16, 2026

Residents on the curbside trash collection program can place Holiday Trees and Wreaths out with their normal trash, beginning Monday, January 5th until Friday, January 16, 2026.  Remove all decorations, tinsel and lights before placing at the curb. All other items must be scheduled in advance with the Health Department. 

Cardboard Boxes

Please bring excess cardboard to the ‘Cardboard Only’ dumpster with the blue lid located at 6 Carlino Way in Randolph (behind Zapustas Ice Arena, across from the baseball field). Please flatten cardboard boxes and insert them in the slot at the front of the container. 

Important for Recycling

Do not include wrapping paper, tissue paper, ribbons, bows, foil, tinsel, packing peanuts, string lights, Styrofoam, batteries or plastic bags of any type in the recycle bin. These materials cause malfunction at the recycling facility, by wrapping around moving mechanical sorting parts causing extensive damage to the recycle sorting machinery. 

Batteries 

Do not put rechargeable batteries or car batteries in the trash cart OR recycle bin. Rechargeable batteries and car batteries can be dropped off any time in the collection shed behind 1 Turner Lane. We ask that you put tape on the battery terminals prior to dropping off. These batteries are commonly found in cell phones, laptops, and small power tools. Batteries can also be brought to Household Hazardous Waste Day on August 8, 2026. 

String Lights

Never put string lights in the recycle bin. String lights can cause damage to recycle facility machinery. You may bring unwanted string lights to the DPW Drop off Center at 6 Carlino Way, dates are listed below. You will find a labelled bin for the string lights next to the Cardboard Dumpster. String lights have valuable metals that can be recycled.

Electronics   9am-12pm

Small electronics such as printers, A/C, humidifiers, microwaves, laptops, etc. ($5.00 each), and Large electronics such as TV’s and Monitors (under 60 lbs $20.00 ea, over 60 lbs $50.00 each) can be brought to the DPW Drop-Off Center on the following dates from 9AM to 12PM: 

  • January 3, 2026
  • February 7, 2026
  • March 7, 2026

 

If you have any questions, please email gcody@randolph-ma.gov or call (781) 961-0924. Gerard F. Cody, REHS/RS, CPH, CHO, CP-FS is the Public Health Commissioner who manages the Solid Waste & Recycling program for the Town of Randolph.




How do I dispose of...?

For more information about what can and cannot be recycled via the blue cart with the blue or green lid, please review the Recyclopedia Guide above, or click this link to view multiple different language translations for how to recycle in Massachusetts.

Unsure if something can be recycled? The Recyclopedia Search Tool is helpful when you are unsure about the proper disposal of any specific item.

Hard-to-Recycle Items: The Beyond The Bin search tool can assist you in finding how and where to donate or dispose of items that cannot go in your recycling cart.

Other Waste Removal: Recyclingworksma.com/ is a great resource to search for a third-party hauler for any waste that is not collected at curbside by the town contractor: Construction Debris (home remodel, wood, doors, windows, etc.), Appliances (refrigerator, washer, dryer, dishwasher, etc.), Home Cleanouts, Tires, Air Conditioners, Hazardous Waste, etc.

Thank you for helping the Town reduce waste and generate clean recyclables. Our program is based on complying with state waste ban regulations and we appreciate your help in helping the Town realize a goal of generating 2,400 tons of recyclables in 2024.


Textile Curbside

Textiles (e.g. clothing, linen, footwear) and small household items are collected on a scheduled basis.

Here are 2 Options to Pre-Register for a Pick-Up:

  1. www.bbbsfoundation.org/schedule-a-pickup/
  2. Voicemail Box: Call or Text 508-466-4590 and leave your name, phone and address. Those who correctly register will receive a reminder phone call the day prior to pick up service. On the day of the service, you will also receive a notification. 

Accepted types of Textiles / Household Items:

Please BAG:

  • Clothing; all types, sizes, and styles (women, men, children).
  • Household Textiles (blankets, towels, curtains)
  • All Shoes and Sneakers
  • Accessories (purses, backpacks, belts, jewlery, hats, gloves, socks and more)

Please BOX:

  • Kitchen Accessories (pots, pans, dishes, microwave, glasses)
  • Small Decor Items (vases, picture frames, paintings)
  • Small Musical Instruments
  • Books & DVDs
  • Bicycles

Drop-off bins are also located at 6 Carlino Way and 1 Turner Lane. All clothing and shoes must be contained in plastic bags prior to drop off. Each drop off is considered a donation to Big Brother Big Sister Foundation. A QR Code is on each Blue Drop-Off Bin. Using your smartphone, the QR code will provide a link to download a receipt for tax purposes. 

The drop boxes are accessible 24 hours per day; however, if they are full, do not leave any bags outside of the drop-off boxes. 

Library of Things

Save money by re-using apps, books, games, videos and more through the Turner Library’s of Many Things.

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Home Compost Bins 

Food scraps and yard waste can be turned into healthy soil in your backyard. The Town is now offering significantly discounted home compost bins (PDF) through the Department of Public Health.

Household Hazardous Waste 

Our annual event provides a safe, convenient way to dispose of  hazardous materials to help improve public health and safety. See the Recycling Calendar (PDF) for date and location.  

Thank you for reducing waste, generating clean recyclables and helping to make Randolph a great place to live!

Recycle Smart

Also Visit the Turner Library for Our Library of Many Things!

Borrow Tech, Gadgets, and More

Turner Free LibraryTablet loaded with apps, books, games, videos, and more for adult English Language Learners. This tablet and its digital contents have been generously provided by a grant from the Cultural Council of Randolph, a local agency, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Visit the Turner Free Library website