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New Canaan To Host Document Shred Day Event

New Canaan residents are invited to "bring their sensitive documents to be securely shredded to prevent identity theft and fraud."

New Canaan will host a shred day event on Sept. 20, 2025, at the town Transfer Station.
New Canaan will host a shred day event on Sept. 20, 2025, at the town Transfer Station. (RJ Scofield/Patch Staff)

NEW CANAAN, CT — The town will host a "shred day" event later the month at the town Transfer Station, located at 394 Main Street in New Canaan.

According to the town website, the shred day event will take place Sept. 20 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., during which residents can "bring their sensitive documents to be securely shredded to prevent identity theft and fraud by ensuring confidential information is destroyed."

The following items are prohibited during the shred day event, according to the town:

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  • 3-ring binders.
  • Metal clips.
  • Computer media.
  • Plastic covers.

More information is available here.

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