In the past eight years, Haines Friends of Recycling has collected 57 tons of electronics from residents for recycling and proper disposal.

Group president Melissa Aronson said she needs about six volunteers to help at the annual collection event Friday and Saturday, to keep numbers up and to keep pollutants out of local waterways. Electronics contain toxic heavy metals that could contaminate waterways, she said.

“Plus it’s a real waste of a valuable resource, as…