Community reuse and recycling event
Dudley Council is asking residents who have items that are too good to throw away to gift them to a community sharing scheme.
The local authority is holding one of its ‘Too Good to Throw Away’ events at St Michael’s Church Centre in Stourbridge next month.
On Wednesday 9 April, 10am to 3pm, people visiting the Maynard Avenue church will be able to donate unwanted household items that are in good working order.
Items accepted include curtains, bedding, cushions, kitchenware, small electricals, clothes, food and unused toiletries.
Anything collected will be shared between charitable organisations in the borough, including Provision House, which repurposes them for community use.
Councillor James Clinton, cabinet member for public health, said:
“Passing items on to be repurposed is a great way to reduce one’s impact on the environment.
“It can also help others in the local community, and that’s why we have the ‘Too Good to Throw Away’ scheme.
“Our events have been hugely successful, and we are excited to be continuing with them.”
Residents are politely reminded that the scheme is not requesting furniture, soft furniture or white goods. People can find out more, and see a full list of wanted items online.