Samantha Redonda (Hughes’ son’s girlfriend) with a warped stainless steel pot. ( Brenda Hughes) When in doubt, give a shout: stainless steel pot? If you’re not sure whether something goes in the blue bin, snap a pic of yourself with the questionable item (yes, we want... Evergreen 08 Aug 2024 | 05:26
Recycling differences I have read with interest your series concerning waste recycling and while it provides valuable information regarding the... Letters to the Editor 30 Jan 2024 | 10:05
Newton resident Kathy Messina’s head-scratcher: rigid plastic can carriers. Is that recyclable? Plastic can carriers Can the plastic carrier that comes on top of canned items, such a four pack of craft beer, be recycled? Defer to the saying,... Local News 08 Jan 2024 | 02:22
Reader Elizabeth Doherty asks whether plastic bottle caps are recyclable. (Photo provided) Is that recyclable? Plastic bottle caps “No, they are generally not recyclable in curbside recycling programs. However, it is OK if they are left on the bottle as... Newsletter Evergreen 08 Jan 2024 | 02:20
Lisa Thompson of West Milford wants to know if soil and mulch bags go with the other plastic film back to the store? ( Photo provided) Is that recyclable? Mulch and dirt bags No they don’t, says Ermin Siljkovic, Orange County recycling coordinator. “The plastic film must be clean,” he said. Mulch... Local News 08 Jan 2024 | 02:15
DEC to lead multi-agency effort to investigate bottle bill fraud The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced a statewide multi-agency effort to help prevent... News 07 Nov 2023 | 01:34
The kids get it. Study shows growth in K-12 students’ recycling knowledge The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Professional Recyclers of Pennsylvania collaborated on a... Home 31 Jan 2023 | 02:35
Confused about recycling? Pike County has a guide for you. Milford. The Pike County Commissioners say only an estimated 20% of solid waste generated in the county is recycled. To aid... Local News 14 Jul 2021 | 01:42
Dingman to hold recycling event on Sept. 12 The Dingman Township Board of Supervisors and the Pike County Commissioners are hosting an electronics recycling event from... Local News 10 Sep 2020 | 08:00
