CONWAY — The 20-year-old trash cans in North Conway will be replaced by new, larger trash cans wrapped with art, and four will even have solar-powered compactors.
Last year, a Facebook commenter said the trash cans in the village look "tired." Town officials agreed, and Rec Director Mike Lane began looking into replacements. On Tuesday, Lane presented selectmen with three options.
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