Burns announces upcoming ‘Shred-It Event and Unused Prescription Take Back Day’

Rep. Frank Burns    October 24, 2019 | 9:35 AM

EBENSBURG, Oct. 24 – Residents will have an opportunity to safely shred documents and dispose of unused prescriptions this Saturday, with state Rep. Frank Burns once again partnering with Cambria County Crime Stoppers in offering a “Shred-It Event and Unused Prescription Take Back Day.”

Burns, D-Cambria, said the event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ebensburg Walmart, located at 300 Walmart Drive. The Shred-It Truck will be available from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“Shredding documents you no longer need that contain sensitive information, like credit card statements or old medical records, will make sure criminals don’t get access to your personal information,” Burns said. “It’s a great way to reduce your chances of being a victim of identity theft or fraud.

“This event also allows residents to safely dispose of old medications and prevent those drugs from getting into the wrong hands,” he added.

Shredding services will be offered at $5 per box of documents. There is no cost to dispose of prescription medicines.

For more information, please contact Burns’ office at 814-472-8021.

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