Mt. Carmel garbage commissioner Chandler Madden reported at this week's city council meeting that until the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, residents need to make sure all trash is placed inside toters. He said Republic's drivers are not allowed to leave their trucks to pick up any loose bags or items not in toters because of coronavirus precautions.

Also, we now have a date for the Spring Clean Up Week in Mt. Carmel. Republic Services has announced that May 11th through the 15th will be the week for large items to be picked up in Mt. Carmel.