Hazardous materials disposal appointments open

I have great news for North County. Starting Saturday, March 20, North County unincorporated residents will have a new location to dispose of household hazardous waste and old electronics, for free.

San Diego Environment Health has reserved 30 appointments on two Saturdays a month, strictly for those in the unincorporated area. Appointments must be made, by going to http://www.sdhhw.org or by calling 877-713-2784. The location will be at the Escondido Household Hazardous Waste Facility, 1044 W. Washington Ave., in Escondido.

If you’re unable to make it to the Escondido location, Poway and Vist...