Waste Management Industry News

Trash collector's act of kindness brings joy to Boardman family

4/22/2020

Every Tuesday, our driver "Mr. Anthony" takes the opportunity to put a smile on two young faces.Anthony Nuby knows how much Brantley and Beckett Wade love to see the garbage truck pull up outside of their house. So he puts on a show and makes their day. Nuby is happy to entertain his young audience."He just stands out there every morning. It doesn't matter how cold it is or how early I'm coming or...

COVID-19 and Your Garbage

4/17/2020

The situation with COVID-19 has been continually evolving over the past month. Like the rest of the world, the waste industry is doing its best to understand this complex and evolving situation. We are taking guidance from SWANA, OSHA and other health/safety experts for the wellbeing of our employees as well as you, our customers.We have received questions from concerned customers about how their...

Coronavirus Update

3/16/2020

The health and safety of our employees and their families is of critical importance to our company. As the impact of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak continues to evolve, our company’s attention falls directly on the safety and wellbeing of our employees, families, and the communities in which we serve. We are closely following the recommendations by health and industry leaders...

How to Properly Dispose of Old Batteries

12/26/2019

Have you ever wondered how you should dispose of your old batteries? You’re not alone. In fact, roughly 29 percent of Americans aren’t sure how to dispose of their old batteries. Many consumers tend to put them in their recycling bin or end up hoarding them. However, both of these methods are incorrect. To make things even more complex, there are many different kinds of batteries. So how do you...

Ohio Valley Waste Service, Inc. Announces Driver of the Year for 2019

12/23/2019

Youngstown, OH – Ohio Valley Waste Service, Inc. is pleased to announce the recipient of their 2019 Driver of the Year Award, John Slimmer. John is a Tractor Trailer Driver and has been with the company for over nine years. He has demonstrated excellence in safety, work ethic, customer service, and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. We are fortunate to have him as...

What to Do With Glass (December 2019)

12/10/2019

Many of you are wondering what to do with glass. There have been many changes in the industry over the past year, which has presented some confusion. We appreciate your patience as we have adapted to the industry and the market in planning how to best make use of glass.Glass will be collected in your recycling container from your municipality to be repurposed for another use.Glass is repurposed,...

‘Tis The Season for Responsible Recycling!

12/3/2019

As we inch closer to the holidays, you’ll probably be busy with last-minute shopping and wrapping gifts for loved ones. It’s undoubtedly a chaotic time of year and recycling is probably the last thing on your mind. But did you know the amount of trash produced in the US increases by 25 percent during the holidays? That’s about one million tons of extra garbage every week! By reducing how much we...

Celebrating Our American Heroes, Thanking Our Employees

11/8/2019

Veterans Day, observed November 11th, is a time to reflect on the brave men and women that served in the United States Armed Forces. We honor this important holiday by celebrating the heroes who selflessly and courageously gave of themselves for our country and our freedom. We are especially grateful to all of our employees at Ohio Valley Waste that are veterans. Ohio Valley Waste Welcomes...

Seneca Landfill: A Modern Landfill in Action

9/30/2019

Ever wonder where your garbage goes?Seneca Landfill is a cutting-edge facility serving the needs of customers throughout Western Pennsylvania and Ohio by accepting a wide range of non-hazardous waste. But that's just the beginning of what they do for Ohio Valley Waste's clients and our community."By permit, Seneca Landfill is a landfill. By my description, Seneca Landfill is a renewable natural...

Propane Tank Explosion Ignites Waste Management Truck

8/23/2019

Image courtesy of WPXI.com.A Waste Management truck in Peters Township caught fire this week when a propane tank ignited.A grill had been put out for garbage collection, with the propane tank hidden inside. When the garbage truck picked up the grill and began to compact the waste, the tank ignited, setting the truck on fire. Thankfully, no one was hurt.Please note that you should never put...

Doxo Warning: Don't Use Third Party Payment Systems

7/31/2019

We want our customers to be aware of a third-party online bill pay system called Doxo. We have been receiving complaints that this company has set up online payment pages, claiming to be for Ohio Valley Waste Service.Doxo is not an approved vendor or partner for Ohio Valley Waste Service. We do not contract with any third-party bill pay systems. The only true, verified way to pay your bill online...

Lego-V CNG Station Awarded $352,800 AFIG Grant

5/13/2019

The Lego-V CNG Station, which recently won the 2019 PA Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence, is now the recipient of an Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG). The $352,800 grant was the largest award given this year, and we are honored to have been selected for this significant investment.Since 1992, this PA Department of Environmental Protection award has aimed to "help to create new...

Ohio Valley Waste Awarded 2018 Safety Award

5/9/2019

On May 8, 2019 Ohio Valley Waste was recognized by the Mahoning Valley Safety Council for reducing the company-wide rate of injury by 25% during the 2018 fiscal year. We are committed to striving for the highest safety standards to protect our staff and customers. Thank you to our amazing team for their continued dedication to safety on the job!

Vogel Disposal Featured in WXPI Special

5/2/2019

Pittsburgh's Channel 11 interviewed Ed Vogel, VP of Vogel Holdings, for a special on the recent changes to the recycling industry. Check out the video below and read more on WPXI's website here.

DEA's 2019 Prescription Drug Take Back Day

4/25/2019

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has scheduled the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, to be held on Saturday April 27th, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.To find your nearest location, visit https://takebackday.dea.gov/.If you have unused, unneeded prescription drugs, this is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to get rid of them. The Take Back Day provides an opportunity for...