Nationwide Teamsters Picketing Delays Republic Services Trash Pickup

Trash collection delays continue in multiple regions due to ongoing strikes and national picket lines affecting Republic Services. In the Boston area, Teamsters Local 25 sanitation workers have been on strike for over four weeks, demanding better pay, time off, and health insurance, leading to inconsistent trash, recycling, and yard waste pickups. Local officials from several Massachusetts communities have sought legal action citing public health concerns resulting from inadequate waste collection. In Evansville, Indiana, although local Teamsters ratified a new three-year contract, they are honoring national picket lines established by Teamsters from outside the area, causing service interruptions at hauling and landfill sites. Republic Services is prioritizing waste collection for hospitals and critical facilities while deploying Blue Crew resources to mitigate ongoing delays. Both regions are providing daily updates and asking residents for patience as they navigate these labor disputes.