Local Charity Medford Cares to host a shred event for residents and businesses

The suggested donation is $10 per box or bag.

Medford Cares, a local 501(c)(3) charity, will be hosting a shred event for residents and businesses to shred their confidential documents securely on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon at 40 North Main Street, in Medford. The event is rain or shine.

Community members are encouraged to bring their unwanted confidential documents — including banking statements, old tax return files, medical records, credit card receipts, etc. — to be shredded on site. Help avoid identity theft and support a good cause!

The suggested donation is $10 per box or bag. Visit www.medfordcares.org or email medfordcares@gmail.com for additional information. This event is sponsored by Woloshin Investment Management and Scafidi & Cranston Associates. All donations will stay in the community to make an impact for the children and families in need in Medford and Medford Lakes.