CHEMUNG COUNTY, N.Y. (WENY) — Chemung County residents with some hazardous materials in their houses can soon dispose of their items for free. A Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off event will be happening on Saturday, October 11.

The free event is open to Chemung County residents only. Organizers say the event is not for businesses.

Some items that can be disposed of include antifreeze, batteries, pool chemicals, and rodent killers. You will not be able to dispose of electronics at the drop-off event.

Pre-registration is required for the event. You can register by calling Cornell Cooperative Extension at (607) 734-4453. Hours for calling are weekdays from 9:00 A.M. to noon, and 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. Registration closes on Wednesday, October 7, at 4:00 P.M. When registering, organizers

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