West End news for Sept. 19, 2019
Eldred recycling
Eldred Township’s annual electronics recycling program is winding down. The last regular day for electronics recycling will be Sept. 27.
On Sept. 28, the township is hosting a cleanup day for all residents.
Electronics and other items that need to be disposed of and cannot go in the regular recycling or trash will be collected at the Municipal Building from 9 a.m. to noon.
For specific rates for tire recycling, call the township at 610-381-4252.
Fleetwood scholarship
The West End Park and Open Space Commission is pleased to announce the Sixth Annual Dave Fleetwood Memorial Trail Run/Walk at the West End Regional Park on 578 Evergreen Hollow Road in Chestnuthill Township on Oct. 6 at 9 a.m.
The 3.1-mile race/walk honors Dave Fleetwood, who was killed during a public meeting on Aug. 5, 2013, at the Ross Township Municipal Building, in Saylorsburg. Fleetwood was a dedicated public servant and worked diligently for the community. The run/walk is open to all ages and abilities and the new Dave Fleetwood Memorial Trail will be available for those wishing a leisurely walk on a firm and stable surface accessible to all wheeled devices.
All proceeds will fund the Dave Fleetwood Memorial Scholarships to recognize Pleasant Valley High School graduates who exemplify the outstanding attributes of Mr. Fleetwood. So far $12,000 has been awarded to deserving Pleasant Valley High School graduates.
The 3.1-mile trail run winds through 240 acres of open space property and includes a flat trail, an open field and woods trails. Walkers are invited to use the 5/8 mile portion of the flat trail, and/or the 3/4 mile field trail or the entire running course.
New this year will be a free Kid’s Costume Run. They can dress up as their favorite Superhero or any other character and run a ¼-mile loop. There will be prizes for outstanding costumes.
Contact Adele Argot at 717-933-4028 or arargot3@verizon.net. Contact the Times News at 800-443-0377 or tneditor@tnonline.com.
