Free paper shredding event scheduled in Plum
State Sen. Jim Brewster is hosting a free shredding event in Plum.
It will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, at the Plum Community Center, 499 Center-New Texas Road.
The event, held in partnership with the Plum Library and the Plum Community Center, is for individuals only. There will be a three box limit per car.
Document shredding will occur onsite. The shredded paper will be recycled.
Individuals may bring all documents that are no longer needed containing personal information such as Social Security, credit card and bank account numbers. Other documents that can be shredded include credit card statements and applications, bank statements, cancelled checks, income tax forms, insurance records and medical, retirement and pension fund information.
Only paper will be accepted. Do not bring binders, binder clips or books.
Donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Those donating are asked not to give glass items. A donation is not required to participate in the shredding event.
For more information, contact Brewster’s office at 412-664-5200.
Brian C. Rittmeyer, a Pittsburgh native and graduate of Penn State University's Schreyer Honors College, has been with the Trib since December 2000. He can be reached at brittmeyer@triblive.com.
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