Politics & Government
Norristown Snowstorm: Altered Trash Schedule, Cars Must Be Moved
Officials have announced an altered trash schedule after the three-story storm swept through the region.

NORRISTOWN, PA — The Norristown area is recovering after the three-day snowstorm swept through the region, dumping more than a foot of snow.
Eagleville received more than 13 inches, while nearby King of Prussia had received 14.2 as of 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
Roads are continuing to be treated and cleared, and vehicles must be moved for regular street cleaning, the municipality said. Vehicles which are not moved will be ticketed. The municipality said they will hold off on ticketing until Friday, to get everyone time to get back to their vehicles.
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The municipality also canceled trash pickup on Monday and Tuesday, and a new schedule has been announced by Norristown and J.P. Mascaro and Sons. Officials anticipate "full collection" on these days.
The schedule is as follows:
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- Monday collection on Wednesday, Feb. 3
- Tuesday collection on Thursday, Feb. 4
- Wednesday collection on Friday, Feb. 5
- Thursday collection on Saturday, Feb. 6
- Friday collection on Sunday, Feb. 7
Officials also reminded residents to clear out snow from around their fire hydrants. Snow must be cleared from sidewalks within 24 hours of the last snowfall.
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