Wellesley DPW
@wellesleydpw.bsky.social
The official Bluesky account for the Town of Wellesley DPW. Page is not monitored 24/7. Issues & inquiries should be reported to (781) 235-7600.
Let's be eco-friendly this holiday season. Light up the holidays efficiently by using LED bulbs. Recycle trees, wreaths, and brush at the RDF.
December 23, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Let's be eco-friendly this holiday season. Light up the holidays efficiently by using LED bulbs. Recycle trees, wreaths, and brush at the RDF.
Got cardboard boxes? Try these fun DIY projects before recycling: build a playhouse for kids or pets, create miniature homes for toys, or craft a spaceship or vehicle. The possibilities are endless!
December 23, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Got cardboard boxes? Try these fun DIY projects before recycling: build a playhouse for kids or pets, create miniature homes for toys, or craft a spaceship or vehicle. The possibilities are endless!
Keep this in mind!
December 18, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Keep this in mind!
By donating, you're not only helping your neighbors but also contributing to a more sustainable community—making the holidays greener and brighter for everyone. Let's come together and make a difference this festive season! #WellesleyRecycles
December 17, 2025 at 2:19 PM
By donating, you're not only helping your neighbors but also contributing to a more sustainable community—making the holidays greener and brighter for everyone. Let's come together and make a difference this festive season! #WellesleyRecycles
Recycling cardboard at the RDF: Remove packaging materials, flatten boxes, and place in the bin along the Recycling Wall. Keep cardboard clean and dry.
December 16, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Recycling cardboard at the RDF: Remove packaging materials, flatten boxes, and place in the bin along the Recycling Wall. Keep cardboard clean and dry.
Think before you salt!
December 10, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Think before you salt!
Holiday Waste Guide!
December 9, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Holiday Waste Guide!
Cardboard recycling made easy at the RDF! Flatten your clean cardboard and drop it in the designated bin along the Recycling Wall. Questions? Call 781-235-7600.
December 9, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Cardboard recycling made easy at the RDF! Flatten your clean cardboard and drop it in the designated bin along the Recycling Wall. Questions? Call 781-235-7600.
Check out the holiday lights around Wellesley!
December 5, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Check out the holiday lights around Wellesley!
Sneak peak of the Winter 2025 DPW Newsletter visit:
www.wellesleyma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/48811
to see what else we have to share!
www.wellesleyma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/48811
to see what else we have to share!
December 5, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Sneak peak of the Winter 2025 DPW Newsletter visit:
www.wellesleyma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/48811
to see what else we have to share!
www.wellesleyma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/48811
to see what else we have to share!
Make this holiday season more sustainable! Check out our Holiday Waste Guide for helpful recycling tips!
December 5, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Make this holiday season more sustainable! Check out our Holiday Waste Guide for helpful recycling tips!
Only 4 more days of the Reusable Area being open!
December 3, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Only 4 more days of the Reusable Area being open!
The DPW and Wellesley Fire Department are asking for your assistance in clearing fire hydrants of snow in your neighborhood this winter season! Visit:
wellesleyma.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappv...
wellesleyma.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappv...
December 2, 2025 at 6:42 PM
The DPW and Wellesley Fire Department are asking for your assistance in clearing fire hydrants of snow in your neighborhood this winter season! Visit:
wellesleyma.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappv...
wellesleyma.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappv...
December Recyclable of the Month!
December 2, 2025 at 4:28 PM
December Recyclable of the Month!
Think before you flush!
December 1, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Think before you flush!
Take advantage of the Reusable Area's last week open in 2025!
December 1, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Take advantage of the Reusable Area's last week open in 2025!
Last Sunday the RDF is open in 2025!
November 30, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Last Sunday the RDF is open in 2025!
Follow our tips!
November 28, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Follow our tips!
The DPW and RDF are closed today!
November 27, 2025 at 3:22 PM
The DPW and RDF are closed today!
This Thanksgiving, show gratitude for our community by properly disposing of fats, oils, and grease. After cooking your holiday meal, let FOG cool and scrape it into a sealed container for the trash—never pour it down the drain.
November 26, 2025 at 11:51 PM
This Thanksgiving, show gratitude for our community by properly disposing of fats, oils, and grease. After cooking your holiday meal, let FOG cool and scrape it into a sealed container for the trash—never pour it down the drain.
Reminder! This Sunday, November 30th, is the LAST Sunday the RDF will be open until spring. We’ll close at 3 p.m. If Sunday is your usual drop-off day, make sure to stop by this weekend!
November 26, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Reminder! This Sunday, November 30th, is the LAST Sunday the RDF will be open until spring. We’ll close at 3 p.m. If Sunday is your usual drop-off day, make sure to stop by this weekend!
It is important to protect your drains, think before you pour!
November 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
It is important to protect your drains, think before you pour!
Holiday closure - plan accordingly. Thanks!
November 25, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Holiday closure - plan accordingly. Thanks!
Get your free "Can Your Grease" lid from Wellesley Water & Sewer and dispose of it properly. Call 781-235-7600 x3355 to request yours!
November 24, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Get your free "Can Your Grease" lid from Wellesley Water & Sewer and dispose of it properly. Call 781-235-7600 x3355 to request yours!